Ducati Multistrada 1260 [2018-2019] vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S

BikeWale brings you comparison of Ducati Multistrada 1260 [2018-2019] and Harley-Davidson Sportster S. The ex-showroom price of Ducati Multistrada 1260 [2018-2019] is ₹ 17,35,330 and Harley-Davidson Sportster S is ₹ 16,48,938. Ducati Multistrada 1260 [2018-2019] is available in 1 colour and Harley-Davidson Sportster S is available in 4 colours and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Ducati Multistrada 1260 [2018-2019] and Harley-Davidson Sportster S.

Ducati Multistrada 1260 [2018-2019] vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Multistrada 1260 [2018-2019]	Sportster S
Price	₹ 17,35,330	₹ 16,48,938
Capacity	1262 cc	1252 cc
Power	153.5 bhp @ 9500 rpm	120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Economy	--	--

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Multistrada 1260 [2018-2019]

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₹ 17,35,330

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Harley-Davidson

Sportster S

Standard

₹ 16,48,938

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Multistrada 1260 [2018-2019]

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Sportster S

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Specifications

Power & Performance

Max Power	153.5 bhp @ 9,500 rpm	120.69 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
Max Torque	129.5 Nm @ 7,500 rpm	125 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Riding Range (km)	--	236
Top Speed (kmph)	--	194
Riding Modes	--	Sport, Road and Rain
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement (cc)	1,262	1,252
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	20
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	--	--
Gear Shifting Pattern	--	1 Down 5 Up
Cylinders	2	2
Bore (mm)	106	105
Stroke (mm)	71.5	72.3
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	13:1	12.0:1
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	2	2
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Clutch	--	Assist And Slipper Clutch
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	20	11.8
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	--	1.7
Emission Standard	BS4	BS6 Phase 2

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension	48 mm Fully Adjustable USD Forks	43 mm inverted fork with compression
Rear Suspension	Fully Adjustable Sachs Monoshock Unit	Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	320	320
Caliper - Front (Piston)	--	4
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	265	260
Caliper - Rear (Piston)	--	1
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	--	16
Front Tyre Size	120/70 R17	160/70 - R17
Rear Tyre Size	190/55 R17	180/70 - R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	36
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	42
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	36
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	42

Dimensions & Chassis

Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Maintenance Schedule

Features

Instrument Cluster

Touch Screen Display	--
Instrument Console	--	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Hazard Warning Indicator	--
Average Speed	--
OTA Updates	--	Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts	--
Geo Fencing	--
Distance to Empty	--
Stand Alarm
No. of Tripmeters	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Clock
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator	--
Low Fuel Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Service Reminder Indicator	--
Battery	--	12 V, 12 Ah, 225 CCA

Storage
Mobile App Connectivity
Light System
GPS & Charging
Switchgear
Pillion Comfort
Additional Features

Colours

	Ducati Red	Vivid Black
		White Sand Pearl
		Gray Haze
		Bright Billiard Blue

User Reviews

Overall Rating

5.0/5

2 Ratings

4.9/5

34 Ratings

Rating Parameters

5.0

Visual Appeal

5.0

Visual Appeal

5.0

Reliability

5.0

Reliability

5.0

Service Experience

4.7

Service Experience

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It good bike for a solo rider

Riding the Harley Davidson Sportster S is an exhilarating experience that blends raw

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Ducati Multistrada 1260 [2018-2019] Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	232	225
Seat Height (mm)	825	765
Ground Clearance (mm)	--	90
Overall Length (mm)	--	2,270
Overall Width (mm)	--	843
Overall Height (mm)	--	1,089
Wheelbase (mm)	1,585	1,520
Chassis Type	Tubular Steel Trellis Frame	High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame

Standard Warranty (year)	--	2
Standard Warranty (km)	--	Unlimited

DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)	--
Shift Light
Headlight Type	--	LED
Brake/Tail Light	--	LED
Turn Signal	--	LED
Pass Light
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	--

Cruise Control	--
Hazard Warning Lights	--
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Kill Switch
Traction Control	--

Pillion Backrest
Pillion Grab Rail
Pillion Seat	Stepped Seat
Pillion Footrest

Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	--
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	--
Additional Features	--	--

Front Storage Box	--
Under Seat Storage (Litres)	--

GPS & Navigation	--
USB Charging Port	--

Ducati Multistrada 1260 [2018-2019] vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S