Adventure Motorcycles

2012Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring

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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.

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) @ 9250 RPM

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What’s new for the 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Front brakes	Double disc. 2 x 320mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo callipers, 4-piston, 2-pad. ABS as standard equipment	Double disc. ABS. 2 x 320mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo callipers, 4-piston, 2-pad.
Rear brakes	Single disc. 2-piston caliper	Single disc. ABS. 2-piston caliper.

Other years 2011 2012 2013 2014

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail45%

Cornering88%

City riding68%

Daily riding80%

Touring93%

Two-up85%

Track65%

Best for: Built as a high-performance sport tourer that blends long-distance comfort with genuinely sporty handling and electronics.
Built for: A charismatic, torque-rich V-twin with desmodromic engineering character, offering both aggressive acceleration and refined electronic sophistication via Ducati Skyhook Suspension.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for absolute beginners, shorter riders wanting a low seat, or those seeking a dedicated off-road adventure bike.

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

Will it fit you?

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Your height

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 Touring, 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) @ 9250 RPM
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
Seat height: 850 mm
Dry weight: 192.0 kg
Wet weight: 220.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.00 litres
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame
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
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, titan

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	2012	2013	2014
Capacity	1198 cc	1198 cc	1198 cc	1198 cc
Dry weight	192 kg	192 kg	206 kg	206 kg
Seat height	850 mm	850 mm	850 mm	850 mm
Fuel capacity	20 L	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 →