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{{Motorcycle | {{Infobox Motorcycle | ||
|name = Ducati Multistrada 1200S Touring | |name = [[Ducati]] Multistrada 1200S Touring | ||
| | |image = [[File:Ducati-Multistrada-1200S-Touring-13--1.jpg|frameless|Ducati Multistrada 1200S Touring]] | ||
|aka = | |aka = | ||
|manufacturer = Ducati | |manufacturer = Ducati | ||
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|frame = Tubular steel trellis frame | |frame = Tubular steel trellis frame | ||
|suspension =Front: Sach 48 mm fully adjustable USD forks. Electronic compression and [[rebound damping]] adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension <br> | |suspension =Front: Sach 48 mm fully adjustable USD forks. Electronic compression and [[rebound damping]] adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension <br> | ||
Rear: Progressive [[linkage]] with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment. Electronic spring preload with DSS | Rear: Progressive [[linkage]] with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment. Electronic spring preload with DSS aluminium single-sided swingarm | ||
|brakes =Front: 2 x 320 mm Semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo calipers, 4-piston, 2-pad. ABS as standard equipment <br>Rear: Single 245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper | |brakes =Front: 2 x 320 mm Semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo calipers, 4-piston, 2-pad. ABS as standard equipment <br>Rear: Single 245 mm disc, 2-piston caliper | ||
|front_tire = {{tire|120/70 - ZR17}} | |front_tire = {{tire|120/70 - ZR17}} | ||
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|dry_weight = 194 kg / 428 lbs | |dry_weight = 194 kg / 428 lbs | ||
|wet_weight = 222 kg / 489 lbs | |wet_weight = 222 kg / 489 lbs | ||
|fuel_capacity = 20 | |fuel_capacity = 20 Litres / 5.3 US gal / 4.4 Imp gal | ||
|oil_capacity = | |oil_capacity = | ||
|fuel_consumption = | |fuel_consumption = | ||
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==Chassis== | ==Chassis== | ||
It came with a 120/70 - ZR17 front [[tire]] and a 190/55 - ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x 320 mm Semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo calipers, 4-piston, 2-pad. ABS as standard equipment in the front and a Single 245 mm disc, 2-piston [[caliper]] in the rear. The front suspension was a Sach 48 mm fully adjustable USD forks. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension while the rear was equipped with a Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment. Electronic spring preload with DSS | It came with a 120/70 - ZR17 front [[tire]] and a 190/55 - ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x 320 mm Semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo calipers, 4-piston, 2-pad. ABS as standard equipment in the front and a Single 245 mm disc, 2-piston [[caliper]] in the rear. The front suspension was a Sach 48 mm fully adjustable USD forks. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension while the rear was equipped with a Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment. Electronic spring preload with DSS aluminium single-sided swingarm. The Multistrada 1200S Touring was fitted with a 20 Litres / 5.3 US gal / 4.4 Imp gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 194 kg / 428 lbs. The wheelbase was 1530 mm / 60.2 in long. | ||
== Photos == | == Photos == | ||
[[File:Ducati-Multistrada-1200S-Touring-13--1.jpg|600px|Ducati Multistrada 1200S Touring]] | [[File:Ducati-Multistrada-1200S-Touring-13--1.jpg|600px|Ducati Multistrada 1200S Touring]] | ||
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touring flagship of the range for 2013 is the Ducati Multistrada 1200S Touring S | touring flagship of the range for 2013 is the Ducati Multistrada 1200S Touring S | ||
Granturismo with increased side luggage capacity, top case, additional LED | Granturismo with increased side luggage capacity, top case, additional LED | ||
illumination, enhanced wind protection and long-distance | illumination, enhanced wind protection and long-distance tyres, while the Ducati | ||
Multistrada 1200S Touring S Pikes Peak celebrates the sporting side of the | Multistrada 1200S Touring S Pikes Peak celebrates the sporting side of the | ||
models character with a replica of the famous 2012 mountain race bike in its | models character with a replica of the famous 2012 mountain race bike in its | ||
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Aesthetic enhancements (Front fairing, headlight, screen) | Aesthetic enhancements (Front fairing, headlight, screen) | ||
Progressive spring (rear suspension) | Progressive spring (rear suspension) | ||
New | New colours | ||
All Multistrada 'S' models | All Multistrada 'S' models | ||
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The Multistrada 1200 and 1200 S Touring are available in red or the stunning new | The Multistrada 1200 and 1200 S Touring are available in red or the stunning new | ||
matte chrome, which contrasts elegantly against the racing grey frames, with the | matte chrome, which contrasts elegantly against the racing grey frames, with the | ||
1200 S Touring boasting | 1200 S Touring boasting colour-matched side luggage. The 2013 Multistrada 1200 S | ||
Pikes Peak comes proudly dressed in the new race | Pikes Peak comes proudly dressed in the new race colours of Ducati Corse red | ||
with white stripe and red frame, while the Granturismo is finished in a | with white stripe and red frame, while the Granturismo is finished in a | ||
sophisticated touring grey with racing grey frame. All models in the Multistrada | sophisticated touring grey with racing grey frame. All models in the Multistrada | ||
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Using the same processor that controls the ABS of the 1199 Panigale Superbike, | Using the same processor that controls the ABS of the 1199 Panigale Superbike, | ||
the new Multistrada now provides an | the new Multistrada now provides an optimised front-to-rear combined braking | ||
system in Urban and Touring Riding Modes, instantly adjusted when operated in | system in Urban and Touring Riding Modes, instantly adjusted when operated in | ||
Sport and Enduro Riding Modes, riding environments in which a less automated | Sport and Enduro Riding Modes, riding environments in which a less automated | ||
control is normally preferred. The stability-enhancing front-to-rear combined | control is normally preferred. The stability-enhancing front-to-rear combined | ||
braking feature uses four pressure sensors one in the front and rear | braking feature uses four pressure sensors one in the front and rear | ||
master-cylinder and one in the front and rear | master-cylinder and one in the front and rear calliper circuit - to precisely | ||
understand the vehicles braking performance and provide an additional and | understand the vehicles braking performance and provide an additional and | ||
optimised braking pressure on the rear when the front brake is applied. | |||
Underlining its similarity to the 1199 Panigale, the ABS system also enhances | Underlining its similarity to the 1199 Panigale, the ABS system also enhances | ||
control by maintaining optimum ground contact for the rear | control by maintaining optimum ground contact for the rear tyre during severe | ||
braking with a rear-end anti-lift feature in addition to providing ABS function | braking with a rear-end anti-lift feature in addition to providing ABS function | ||
on the front brakes only in certain conditions. | on the front brakes only in certain conditions. | ||
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concept by dividing its features into a three-level operating system. Level two | concept by dividing its features into a three-level operating system. Level two | ||
provides an appropriate combined front/rear balance and no lift-up detection for | provides an appropriate combined front/rear balance and no lift-up detection for | ||
Sport riding, while level three delivers | Sport riding, while level three delivers optimised combined braking with lift-up | ||
detection to provide the maximum security management for Touring and Urban use. | detection to provide the maximum security management for Touring and Urban use. | ||
Level one provides maximum performance for off-road use, removing lift-up | Level one provides maximum performance for off-road use, removing lift-up | ||
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actuated by a master cylinder with an adjustable lever. The fronts grip 320mm | actuated by a master cylinder with an adjustable lever. The fronts grip 320mm | ||
discs, while a single 245mm disc on the rear is gripped by a single Brembo | discs, while a single 245mm disc on the rear is gripped by a single Brembo | ||
calliper. Typical of all Ducatis, these components ensure high performance | |||
braking and set the standard in this segment. | braking and set the standard in this segment. | ||
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addition to carrying out the 2-1-2 compensator function, the silencer contains | addition to carrying out the 2-1-2 compensator function, the silencer contains | ||
the catalyser and sound-absorbent materials. The two compact and lightweight | the catalyser and sound-absorbent materials. The two compact and lightweight | ||
aluminium alloy end pipes depart in a low, lateral configuration to keep the | |||
overall weight to a minimum. The long road to major services | overall weight to a minimum. The long road to major services | ||
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intervention to level five, specifically intended for an enjoyable and relaxing | intervention to level five, specifically intended for an enjoyable and relaxing | ||
ride and ABS to a touring-oriented level three interaction for maximum | ride and ABS to a touring-oriented level three interaction for maximum | ||
confidence with lift-up detection active and combined braking | confidence with lift-up detection active and combined braking optimised. On | ||
the S versions, the suspension automatically dials-in a set-up ideal for long | the S versions, the suspension automatically dials-in a set-up ideal for long | ||
distance touring, ensuring maximum comfort for both the rider and passenger and | distance touring, ensuring maximum comfort for both the rider and passenger and | ||
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intervention during the most chaotic of stop-start traffic and ABS to a | intervention during the most chaotic of stop-start traffic and ABS to a | ||
city-oriented level three interaction for maximum confidence with lift-up | city-oriented level three interaction for maximum confidence with lift-up | ||
detection active and combined braking | detection active and combined braking optimised. | ||
Enduro Riding Mode | Enduro Riding Mode | ||
If adventure invites the Multistrada 1200 off the beaten track, it has the | If adventure invites the Multistrada 1200 off the beaten track, it has the | ||
capability to take off-road routes in its stride. Agile and lightweight and with | capability to take off-road routes in its stride. Agile and lightweight and with | ||
high, wide handlebars, serrated footrests and specially designed | high, wide handlebars, serrated footrests and specially designed tyres, the | ||
Multistrada also features an Enduro Riding Mode which instantly produces a | Multistrada also features an Enduro Riding Mode which instantly produces a | ||
smooth 100hp engine, immediately dials-in an appropriate suspension setting on | smooth 100hp engine, immediately dials-in an appropriate suspension setting on | ||
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Ducati Traction Control | Ducati Traction Control | ||
The racing-derived Ducati Traction Control (DTC) is a highly intelligent system | The racing-derived Ducati Traction Control (DTC) is a highly intelligent system | ||
which acts as a filter between the riders right hand and the rear | which acts as a filter between the riders right hand and the rear tyre. Within | ||
milliseconds, DTC is able to detect and then control rear wheel-spin, | milliseconds, DTC is able to detect and then control rear wheel-spin, | ||
considerably increasing the bikes active safety and performance and is an | considerably increasing the bikes active safety and performance and is an | ||
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convenience with easily controlled heated grips ideal for journeys where adverse | convenience with easily controlled heated grips ideal for journeys where adverse | ||
weather conditions threaten rider comfort, and generously proportioned, stylish | weather conditions threaten rider comfort, and generously proportioned, stylish | ||
luggage offering a load capacity of 58 | luggage offering a load capacity of 58 Litres | ||
(73 litre for the Granturismo) | (73 litre for the Granturismo) | ||
with a fast and secure attachment system that is perfectly hidden when the | with a fast and secure attachment system that is perfectly hidden when the | ||
luggage is removed. In addition, a centre stand provides parking confidence when | luggage is removed. In addition, a centre stand provides parking confidence when | ||
fully loaded and essential security in | fully loaded and essential security in | ||
the event of | the event of tyre maintenance during long journeys. | ||
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Components that are far more than just aesthetic detail, include the frontal air | Components that are far more than just aesthetic detail, include the frontal air | ||
intakes that characterise the face of the Multistrada and also deliver air to | intakes that characterise the face of the Multistrada and also deliver air to | ||
the oil cooler and airbox, and the beautifully formed | the oil cooler and airbox, and the beautifully formed aluminium sump guard and | ||
side plates that help to protect the engine off-road. | side plates that help to protect the engine off-road. | ||
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Frame | Frame | ||
The Trellis frame uses large diameter, light gauge tubing with two central cast | The Trellis frame uses large diameter, light gauge tubing with two central cast | ||
aluminium sections and a Trellis rear subframe to achieve optimum torsional | |||
rigidity. The high pressure, die cast, magnesium front sub-frame reduces the | rigidity. The high pressure, die cast, magnesium front sub-frame reduces the | ||
high, frontal weight and contributes to chassis feel and control. | high, frontal weight and contributes to chassis feel and control. | ||
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a fast and convenient way to optimise the Multistradas journey performance. | a fast and convenient way to optimise the Multistradas journey performance. | ||
Wheels and | Wheels and tyres | ||
For 2013, the Multistrada 1200, 1200 S Touring and 1200 S Granturismo all adopt | For 2013, the Multistrada 1200, 1200 S Touring and 1200 S Granturismo all adopt | ||
1199-style, 10-spoke lightweight alloy wheels, and the 1200 S Pikes Peak rolls | 1199-style, 10-spoke lightweight alloy wheels, and the 1200 S Pikes Peak rolls | ||
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Ducatis technical partner, Pirelli, worked alongside the Multistradas | Ducatis technical partner, Pirelli, worked alongside the Multistradas | ||
engineers throughout the original Multistrada 1200 project, developing the | engineers throughout the original Multistrada 1200 project, developing the | ||
Pirelli Scorpion Trail | Pirelli Scorpion Trail tyres specifically for the four-bikes-in-one concept. The | ||
tyres used on the 1200, 1200 S Touring and 1200 S Pikes Peak represent the first | |||
ever dual compound for on/off road use with a harder compound central section. | ever dual compound for on/off road use with a harder compound central section. | ||
Combined with a special tread design and carcass structure, their 190/55 section | Combined with a special tread design and carcass structure, their 190/55 section | ||
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Appropriate to its grand touring intention, the Multistrada 1200 S Granturismo | Appropriate to its grand touring intention, the Multistrada 1200 S Granturismo | ||
is mounted on the new Pirelli Angel GT | is mounted on the new Pirelli Angel GT tyres, specifically designed for | ||
maintaining optimum performance throughout long distance journeys. Under the | maintaining optimum performance throughout long distance journeys. Under the | ||
title performance mileage, Pirelli deeply studied compound and tread pattern | title performance mileage, Pirelli deeply studied compound and tread pattern | ||
data to develop a | data to develop a tyre with a combination of excellent wet weather character and | ||
all-round performance, perfectly suited to modern sport-touring, even with full | all-round performance, perfectly suited to modern sport-touring, even with full | ||
luggage capacity. | luggage capacity. | ||
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!Rear Suspension | !Rear Suspension | ||
|Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment. Electronic spring preload with DSS | |Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment. Electronic spring preload with DSS aluminium single-sided swingarm | ||
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!Rear Wheel Travel | !Rear Wheel Travel | ||
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!Fuel Capacity | !Fuel Capacity | ||
|20 | |20 Litres / 5.3 US gal / 4.4 Imp gal | ||
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!Consumption Average | !Consumption Average |