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2011Ducati Diavel Carbon

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The 2011 Ducati Diavel Carbon is a muscular cruiser designed for riders seeking aggressive styling with modern performance. Known for its low-slung 770mm seat height and potent power delivery, it blends cruiser comfort with sportbike capability. Advanced braking technology and responsive handling make it ideal for confident riders who want attitude and substance.

Capacity: 1198.4 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 207.0 kg
Seat height: 770 mm
Power: 162.0 HP (119.2 kW) @ 9500 RPM

⇄ Compare with another bike ＋ Add to garage All model years ⚠ Recalls listed (3)

Other years 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering72%

City riding65%

Daily riding70%

Touring55%

Two-up70%

Track55%

Best for: Built as a power-cruiser that blends drag-strip acceleration and muscular styling with surprisingly capable cornering manners for its size.
Built for: Aggressive, dominant, and theatrical, delivering huge torque and a commanding riding position that makes every ride feel like an event.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for new riders, off-road enthusiasts, or anyone wanting a light, nimble, or long-distance touring-focused motorcycle.

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

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Units

At 770mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2011 Ducati Diavel Carbon, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright 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: 162.0 HP (119.2 kW) @ 9500 RPM
EPA Certificate No.: BDUCC1.20MMS-010
EPA CO Emissions: 4.8 CO g/km
Torque: 127.5 Nm (13.0 kgf-m) @ 8000 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.7826 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 106.0 x 67.9 mm
Compression: 11.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

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: 1590 mm
Overall length: 2235 mm
Overall width: 860 mm
Overall height: 1192 mm
Seat height: 770 mm
Dry weight: 207.0 kg
Wet weight: 234.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame
Front suspension: Marzocchi DLC coated 50mm fully adjustable usd forks
Rear suspension: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm
Rake (fork angle): 28.0°
Trail: 130 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Brembo callipers, 4-piston with ABS
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. 2-piston floating calliper with ABS
Rear brakes diameter: 265 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 240/45-ZR17

Other

Color options: Red and Matt Carbon (red/black), Glossy and Matt Carbon (racing black/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	2011	2013	2015	2016	2018
Capacity	1198 cc	1198 cc	1198 cc	1198 cc	1198 cc
Dry weight	207 kg	205 kg	205 kg	205 kg	205 kg
Seat height	770 mm	770 mm	770 mm	770 mm	770 mm
Fuel capacity	17 L	17 L	17 L	17 L	17 L

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

Safety Recalls

⚠ 3 recalls may apply

STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STANDAug 2011 · 11V413000

DUCATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 DIAVEL MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 18, 2010, THROUGH JUNE 13, 2011. THE SIDE STAND WAS MANUFACTURED WITH INSUFFICIENT MATERIAL IN THE PIVOT AREA.

Risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN THE POSSIBLE BENDING AND BREAKAGE OF THE SIDE STAND IN THE PIVOT AREA ALLOWING THE MOTORCYCLE TO FALL OVER POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY TO THE RIDER OR OTHERS NEAR THE MOTORCYCLE.

Remedy: DUCATI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND AUTHORIZED DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SIDE STAND AND PIVOT BOLT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-800-231-6696 OR GO TO THEIR WEBSITE AT WWW.DUCATI.COM.

EQUIPMENTJun 2011 · 11V336000

DUCATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 DIAVEL MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 23, 2010, THROUGH MAY 12, 2011. THE BRASS INSERTS INSTALLED IN THE CHAIN GUARD MAY DEFORM OVER TIME, RESULTING IN THE POSSIBLE LOOSENING OF THE LICENSE PLATE HOLDER RETAINING SCREWS ON THE REAR SWING-ARM. THIS SITUATION COULD CAUSE THE LICENSE PLATE HOLDER TO BECOME LOOSE DURING NORMAL OPERATION OF THE MOTORCYCLE.

Risk: LOOSENING OF THE LICENSE PLATE HOLDER COULD INTERFERE WITH THE MOTORCYCLE'S REAR WHEEL ROTATION AND THEREBY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DUCATI DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CHAIN GUARD WITH AN UPDATED VERSION, MANUFACTURED WITH STEEL INSERTS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 27, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-800-231-6696.

STEERINGApr 2011 · 11V253000

DUCATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 MULTISTRADA 1200, AND MODEL YEAR 2011, DIAVEL MOTORCYCLES. THE ELECTRONIC STEERING LOCK MAY FAIL TO DISENGAGE DURING THE MOTORCYCLE "KEY-ON" PROCESS. THIS HAS BEEN LINKED DIRECTLY TO A CERTAIN REVISION OF THE HANDS FREE DEVICE SOFTWARE. IT COULD RESULT IN A SITUATION WHERE THE MOTORCYCLE'S ENGINE MIGHT START WHILE THE STEERING LOCK IS STILL ENGAGED. A RIDER COULD START THE MOTORCYCLE AND ATTEMPT TO RIDE AWAY WHILE THE STEERING IS STILL LOCKED.

Risk: THE RIDER COULD EXPERIENCE THE INABILITY TO STEER INCREASING THE RISK OF LOW SPEED TIP-OVER OR COLLISION, THUS INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY TO THE RIDER.

Remedy: THE DEALER WILL UPDATE THE SOFTWARE OF THE HANDS FREE CONTROL UNIT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-800-231-6696.

These recalls cover some 2011 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 →