Cruisers

2021Ducati Diavel 1260

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The 2021 Ducati Diavel 1260 is Ducati's muscular power cruiser, mixing sport-bike performance with a relaxed riding position. Its liquid-cooled 1,262cc Testastretta V-twin produces 129.5 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain, with ABS as standard. A low 780 mm seat, 244 kg wet weight and 17-litre tank complete the package.

Capacity: 1262.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 218.0 kg
Seat height: 780 mm
Power: 155.6 HP (116.0 kW) @ 9250 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering75%

City riding65%

Daily riding68%

Touring55%

Two-up70%

Track55%

Best for: Built as a power-cruiser hybrid, it's meant for riders who want dramatic acceleration and road presence combined with relaxed, upright ergonomics.
Built for: It has a bold, muscular character that blends naked-bike aggression with cruiser-style comfort and unmistakable Ducati V-twin theatre.
Not ideal for: It's not the right choice for riders seeking a lightweight, nimble machine for tight technical corners or genuine off-road use.

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

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At 780mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2021 Ducati Diavel 1260, 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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Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1262.0 ccm
Power: 155.6 HP (116.0 kW) @ 9250 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 144 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: MDUCC01.3DV2-008-R01
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 6.13 L/100km (38.4 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 0.8 CO g/km
Torque: 129.5 Nm (13.2 kgf-m) @ 7500 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.40 litres/100 km (18.5 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.7138 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 106.0 x 71.5 mm
Compression: 13.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Dual Spark
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiplate

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1600 mm
Overall length: 2200 mm
Seat height: 780 mm
Dry weight: 218.0 kg
Wet weight: 244.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel Trellis
Front suspension: 50mm adjustable usd forks.
Rear suspension: Monoshock, preload and rebound adjustable
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake (fork angle): 27.0°
Trail: 120 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 130/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 240/45-ZR17