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Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring - 2012 Specifications and Reviews

The 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring is engineered for adventurous riders seeking sport-touring versatility. Known for its lightweight agility, advanced electronics, and premium Ohlins suspension, it expertly balances spirited road performance with practical long-distance capability. The bike's accessible seat height and balanced weight distribution make it approachable for riders of varying experience levels.

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General information

CategoryTouring
Year2012
ModelDucati Multistrada 1200 S Touring
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Exhaust systemStainless steel muffler with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes, aluminium tail pipes
Emission detailsFollows the US Federal Regulation
ClutchLight action, wet, multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run
Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
Fuel controlDesmodromic valve control
Fuel systemInjection. Mitsubishi electronic fuel injection system, Mikuni elliptical throttle bodies
Bore x stroke106.0 x 67.9 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches)
Compression11.5:1
Torque118.65 Nm (12.1 kgf-m or 87.5 ft.lbs) @ 7500
Power150.00
Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Capacity:1198.40 ccm (73.13 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter245 mm (9.6 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. 2-piston caliper.
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. 2 x 320mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo callipers, 4-piston, 2-pad.
Rear tyre dimensions190/55-17
Front tyre dimensions120/70-17
Rear suspensionProgressive linkage with fully adjustable Ohlins electronic monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Front suspensionOhlins 48mm fully adjustable usd forks, electronic compression and rebound adjustment
Rake (fork angle)25.0°
Frame typeTubular steel Trellis frame
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity20.00 litres (5.28 gallons)
Wheelbase1,530 mm (60.2 inches)
Seat height850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio0.7813 HP/kg
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)
Dry weight192.0 kg (423.3 pounds)

Other specs

Factory warranty2 years unlimited mileage
InstrumentsDigital unit displaying: Speedometer, rev counter, time, scheduled maintenance warning, oil temperature, trip fuel, lap time, warning light for low oil pressure, fuel level, fuel reserve, neutral, turn signals, warning ABS, overrev, DTC, immobilizer. Ready for DDA system.
Wheelbase1,450 mm (57.1 inches)
SeatDual seat
Wheels10-spoke in light alloy
Rear tyre180/55-ZR17
Front tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear wheel travel148 mm (5.8 inches)
Rear SuspensionProgressive with preload and rebound Sachs adjustable monoshock
Front wheel travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Front SuspensionMarzocchi 43mm fully adjustable usd forks
DrivelineChain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39
Valves per cylinder2
Bore x Stroke98.0 x 71.5 mm (3.9 x 2.8 inches)
Compression11.3:1
Torque103.06 Nm (10.5 kgf-m or 76.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 Revolutions">RPM
Engine detailsType L-Twin cylinder
Capacity:1078.00 ccm (65.78 cubic inches)
ModelDucati Monster 1100 Diesel
Color optionsRed, white, titan
StarterElectric

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⚠ Safety Recalls (1)

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES Mar 2015 · 15V152000

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Multistrada 1200 motorcycles. The inner sleeve of the opening throttle cable may move and prevent the full closing of the throttle.

Risk: If the throttle cannot be fully closed, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper throttle cover with one that prevents the inner throttle sleeve from moving, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2015. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-15-001.

Source: NHTSA. View all Ducati recalls →