2026 Ducati Multistrada V2 S vs 2026 Honda Africa Twin - Spec Comparison
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2026 Ducati Multistrada V2 S
The 2026 Ducati Multistrada V2 S is a versatile adventure sport motorcycle designed for riders seeking a perfect blend of on-road performance and off-road capability. Its 890cc V-twin engine, lightweight aluminum frame, and Pirelli Scorpier Trail II tires deliver responsive handling and stability across varied terrain. Best known for accessible middleweight adventure touring, it suits riders wanting genuine versatility without excessive weight or complexity.
2026 Honda Africa Twin
The 2026 Honda Africa Twin is a versatile middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking genuine off-road capability combined with on-road comfort. Its 1083cc parallel-twin engine delivers 101 horsepower with strong mid-range torque, making it equally adept at highway cruising and challenging terrain. Best known for reliable performance and approachable handling, the Africa Twin suits both experienced adventurers and those new to adventure touring.
2026 Ducati Multistrada V2 S vs 2026 Honda Africa Twin: the key differences
Both are adventure bikes, so this is a like-for-like choice.
- The 2026 Ducati Multistrada V2 S makes 14 hp more (115 vs 101 hp).
- The 2026 Honda Africa Twin has 12.9 Nm more torque (92.1 vs 105 Nm).
- The 2026 Ducati Multistrada V2 S is 29 kg lighter (202 vs 231 kg).
- The 2026 Ducati Multistrada V2 S has a 81 mm lower seat (790 vs 871 mm), which helps shorter riders.
2026 Ducati Multistrada V2 S: A road-focused adventure-sport tourer built for long highway miles, spirited backroad cornering, and light gravel, not serious off-road.
2026 Honda Africa Twin: Built for long-distance adventure riding that mixes highway miles with genuine gravel, dirt, and rugged trail sections.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Ducati Multistrada V2 S if you want more power, lighter weight and a lower seat. Choose the 2026 Honda Africa Twin if you want more torque. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Ducati Multistrada V2 S | 2026 Honda Africa Twin |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Adventure | Adventure |
| Color Options | Ducati Red, Street Grey | Matte Black Metallic |
| Warranty | 24 | - |
| Comments | Windscreen. Ride modes. Power modes. Traction control. Vehicle hold control. | Small windscreen. Model Id: CRF1000L. |
| Fuel Tank Material | - | Metal |
| Fork tube size | - | 45 mm (1.8 inches) |
| Brake fluid | - | DOT 4 |
| Tire pressure front | - | 33 PSI (2.3 Bar or 225 kPa) |
| Tire pressure rear | - | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Sprockets | - | 16/42 (front/rear) |
| Chain size | - | 525 |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 890.0 ccm (54.31 cubic inches) | 1084.0 ccm (66.15 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | V-Twin, four-stroke | Parallel Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.90 litres/100 km (16.9 km/l or 39.87 mpg) | ✓4.90 litres/100 km (20.4 km/l or 48.00 mpg) |
| Bore x Stroke | 96.0 x 61.5 mm (3.8 x 2.4 inches) | 92.0 x 81.5 mm (3.6 x 3.2 inches) |
| Compression | 13.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| CO2 Emissions | - | 133 CO2 g/km |
| EPA Certificate No. | - | THNXC01.1CSD-011 |
| EPA Est. Fuel Consumption | - | 5.67 L/100km (41.5 US mpg) |
| EPA CO Emissions | - | 0.9 CO g/km |
| Ignition | - | Full transistorized ignition |
| Aspiration | - | Naturally aspirated |
| Performance | ||
| Power | ✓115.0 HP (85.0 kW) @ 10750 RPM | 101.0 HP (73.7 kW) @ 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 92.1 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs) @ 8250 RPM | ✓105.0 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) @ 6250 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.5693 HP/kg (dry) | 0.4367 HP/kg (wet) |
| 0-60 mph | 3.40 seconds | - |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | 3.60 seconds | - |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Tubular steel trellis | Steel semi-double cradle type with high-tensile strength steel rear sub-frame |
| Front Suspension | 48 mm fully adjustable usd fork. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo. | Showa 45mm cartridge-type inverted telescopic fork with dial-style preload adjuster and DF adjustments |
| Rear Suspension | Fully adjustable monoshock, Electronic compression, rebound damping and spring pre-load adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo | Monoblock aluminium swing arm with Pro-Link with SHOWA gas-charged damper, hydraulic dial-style preload adjuster and rebound damping adjustments |
| Front Wheel Travel | 170 mm (6.7 inches) | 231 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 170 mm (6.7 inches) | 221 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 25.0° | 27.5° |
| Trail | 106 mm (4.2 inches) | 114 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | - | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Transmission | ||
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Final Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Clutch | Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control | Dual clutch. Wet, multi-plate with coil springs, aluminum cam assist and slipper. |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. | Double disc. Switchable ABS. 4-piston calipers and sintered metal pads |
| Front Brakes Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers. | Single disc. Switchable ABS. 2-piston caliper and sintered metal pads. |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Front Tyre | 120/70-ZR19 | 90/90-21 |
| Rear Tyre | 170/60-ZR17 | 150/70R-18 |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | - | 256 mm (10.1 inches) |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1573 mm (61.9 inches) | 1575 mm (62.0 inches) |
| Seat Height | ✓790 mm (31.1 inches) | 871 mm (34.3 inches) |
| Dry weight | 202.0 kg (445.3 pounds) | - |
| Wet Weight | ✓202.0 kg (445.3 pounds) | 231.3 kg (509.9 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | ✓19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons) | 18.80 litres (4.97 US gallons) |
| Overall Length | - | 2330 mm (91.7 inches) |
| Overall Width | - | 960 mm (37.8 inches) |
| Overall Height | - | 1395 mm (54.9 inches) |
| Oil capacity | - | 4.70 litres (4.97 US quarts) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | - | 3.80 litres (1.00 US gallons) |
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