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2016Ducati Xdiavel

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The 2016 Ducati XDiavel is a cruiser-styled motorcycle designed for riders seeking modern performance with classic aesthetics. Known for its aggressive stance, low 755mm seat height, and powerful L-twin engine delivering impressive acceleration, it combines comfortable cruising geometry with responsive handling. The XDiavel appeals to riders wanting a distinctive alternative to traditional cruisers without sacrificing contemporary technology and braking capability.

Capacity: 1262.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 220.0 kg
Seat height: 755 mm
Power: 150.2 HP (112.0 kW) @ 9500 RPM

⇄ Compare with another bike ＋ Add to garage All model years ⚠ Recalls listed (4)

Other years 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering60%

City riding60%

Daily riding65%

Touring68%

Two-up70%

Track35%

Best for: Designed as a power cruiser that blends Ducati performance with relaxed, feet-forward cruising comfort.
Built for: A charismatic, muscular cruiser with a torquey desmodromic V2 engine, belt drive smoothness, and a distinctive low-slung silhouette.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking a nimble trackday bike, an off-road machine, or an upright long-haul touring platform with wind protection.

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 755mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Ducati Xdiavel, 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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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate 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: 150.2 HP (112.0 kW) @ 9500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 141 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: GDUCC01.3NDV-014
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 5.99 L/100km (39.3 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 0.6 CO g/km
Torque: 128.9 Nm (13.1 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.6827 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: Belt
Clutch: Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control.

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1615 mm
Overall length: 2235 mm
Seat height: 755 mm
Dry weight: 220.0 kg
Wet weight: 247.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Tubular steel Trellis frame
Front suspension: Adjustable usd forks
Rear suspension: Single shock absorber, Adjustable preload and rebound
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 110 mm
Rake (fork angle): 30.0°
Trail: 130 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. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes diameter: 265 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 240/45-ZR17

Other

Color options: Dark Stealth
Warranty: 24

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020
Capacity	1262 cc	1262 cc	1262 cc	1262 cc	1262 cc
Dry weight	220 kg	235 kg	220 kg	220 kg	220 kg
Seat height	755 mm	755 mm	755 mm	755 mm	755 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

⚠ 4 recalls may apply

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICMay 2021 · 21V315000

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Monster 797, Monster 1200, Supersport, 2016-2020 XDiavel, and 2018-2020 Monster 821 motorcycles. Air may permeate the rear brake system.

Risk: Air in the system may reduce effectiveness of the rear brakes, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will install new rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STANDFeb 2021 · 21V085000

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2016-2018 XDiavel S and XDiavel STD motorcycles. The side stand bracket may fatigue under load, resulting in failure of the side stand assembly and a potential for the motorcycle to fall when stationary on the stand.

Risk: A falling motorcycle can increase the risk of injury to persons nearby.

Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new side stand bracket, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 15 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-21-001.

STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STANDOct 2016 · 16V729000

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XDiavel motorcycles manufactured July 7, 2015, to June 22, 2016. The side stand plate lower fastening screw on the affected motorcycles may not be sufficiently tightened, causing the stand to fail and the bike to fall. Additionally, during normal use on the road, the loosening of the lower screw could cause damage to the side stand sensor switch, causing the engine to stall.

Risk: If the lower stand place screw becomes loose it can cause the bike to fall, or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot and side stand plate fastening screw, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2016. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-16-003(B).

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNITSep 2016 · 16V679000

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Ducati XDiavel motorcycles manufactured July 7, 2015, to June 22, 2016. The affected motorcycles may have an insufficiently tightened final drive pulley retaining nut which may result in a loss of power transmission to the rear wheel.

Risk: A loss of power transmission to the rear wheel may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new washer under the final drive pulley retaining nut and increase the tightening torque, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-16-003.

These recalls cover some 2016 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 →