Adventure Motorcycles

2012Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Pikes Peak

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The 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Pikes Peak is an adventure-sport tourer designed for experienced riders seeking versatile on-road and light off-road capability. Known for its powerful 1200cc engine, advanced ABS braking, and comfortable ergonomics, it excels at covering long distances while maintaining spirited handling. The Pikes Peak edition delivers aggressive styling and confident performance across varied terrain.

Capacity: 1198.4 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 192.0 kg
Seat height: 850 mm
Power: 150.0 HP (110.3 kW)

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Other years 2012 2013 2014

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail45%

Cornering90%

City riding68%

Daily riding75%

Touring88%

Two-up80%

Track75%

Best for: Built as a high-performance sport-touring adventure machine, excelling at fast road riding and long-distance journeys rather than genuine off-road work.
Built for: A charismatic V-twin adventure-sport hybrid that combines Ducati's desmodromic engine character with electronic semi-active suspension for a premium, engaging ride.
Not ideal for: This is not the right bike for a novice rider or anyone seeking a lightweight, genuinely off-road-capable dual-sport machine.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 850mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Pikes Peak, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1198.4 ccm
Power: 150.0 HP (110.3 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 3 CO2 g/km
Torque: 118.7 Nm (12.1 kgf-m) @ 7500 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.7813 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 106.0 x 67.9 mm
Compression: 11.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Light action, wet, multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1530 mm
Overall length: 2250 mm
Seat height: 850 mm
Dry weight: 192.0 kg
Wet weight: 222.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.00 litres
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel Trellis
Front suspension: Ohlins 48mm fully adjustable usd forks, electronic compression and rebound adjustment
Rear suspension: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Ohlins electronic monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Front wheel travel: 170 mm
Rear wheel travel: 170 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 110 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. 2 x 320mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo callipers, 4-piston, 2-pad.
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. 2-piston caliper.
Rear brakes diameter: 245 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 190/55-17

Other

Color options: Red/white/black
Warranty: 24

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2012	2013	2014
Capacity	1198 cc	1198 cc	1198 cc
Dry weight	192 kg	194 kg	194 kg
Seat height	850 mm	850 mm	850 mm
Fuel capacity	20 L	20 L	20 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLESMar 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.

These recalls cover some 2012 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Ducati recalls →