In September last year, Ducati had announced that it is working on a Multistrada motorcycle powered by a V4 engine. The Italian two-wheeler manufacturer is currently researching the motorcycle, and during their test runs. A pre-production version of the upcoming model filmed.
The new set of spy images give the upcoming new Multistrada V4 a clearer look at its design.
As regards the styling, the latest Ducati Multistrada V4 will keep the original Multistrada 1260 style profile.
The upcoming sports/adventure tourer would. Therefore, come fitted with the headlight of a twin-pod.
Tall windscreen and ergonomics clear. The updated headlight design would be significantly sleeker than the models on the Multistrada 1260. As seen in the spy photos. In addition, new LED DRLs will accompany the Twin-Pod LED headlight.
The test mule also shows a subtly modified configuration for the fairing. As well as a bright red motorcycle subframe. The Multistrada V4 test mule is also fitted with upside-down front suspension, off-set rear mono-shock, front-wheel twin-disk brakes and a single rotor at the back and full-LED lighting.
The motorcycle has tester facilities. A few manufacturers are working on their respective radar-assisted cruise control systems and we wouldn’t be surprised if Ducati incorporated the feature on the upcoming Multistrada V4. At least as an alternative. If, not standard one.
The new Multistrada V4 will use a Panigale V4 inspired motor as per mechanical requirements. The Panigale V4 and the Streetfighter V4 use a 90-degree V4 engine named 1103cc, Desmosedici Stradale. On the Panigale V4 and the Streetfighter V4. The engine produces 214bhp and 208bhp respectively.
Although the power and torque figures for the Multistrada V4 have yet to be announced, and performance of 180-200bhp on the upcoming tourer won’t shock.
The next Ducati Multistrada V4 expected to launch in 2021, as confirmed by the Italian two-wheeler group.
