| Engine | Ducati Multistrada V4 | Honda CB500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine code | V4 GRANTURISMO 90 | |
| Displacement | 1158 cc | 499 cc |
| Max power | 170 hp (@10 500 RPM) | 57 hp (@9 500 RPM) |
| Max torque | 92 lb ft (@92 RPM) | 34 lb ft (@8 000 RPM) |
| Redline | 11 000 RPM | 10 500 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 350 RPM | 1 500 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Carburetor |
| Layout | DOHC V4 | DOHC Inline-2 |
| Compression | 14.00:1 | 10.50:1 |
| Oil capacity | 2.93 quart | |
| Oil type | 10W40, Motul 5100, Shell Rotella 10W40 | |
| Spark plug type | NGK SILMDR9A-8GS | NGK CR8EH9 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 16 | 8 |
| Bore | 83.0 mm | 73.0 mm |
| Stroke | 53.5 mm | 59.0 mm |
| Throttle bore | 46.0 mm | |
| Weight to power | 3.11 lbs/hp | 7.46 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 803 hp/2500lbs | 334 hp/2500lbs |
| Gearbox | Ducati Multistrada V4 | Honda CB500 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Slipper | Wet |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | ||
| Gears count | 6 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 1.8 | 1.947 |
| Final drive | 2.625 | 2.666 |
| 1. gear | 3.076 (57 mph) | 3.461 (43 mph) |
| 2. gear | 2.25 (77 mph) | 2.235 (68 mph) |
| 3. gear | 1.789 (97 mph) | 1.75 (86 mph) |
| 4. gear | 1.476 (117 mph) | 1.478 (102 mph) |
| 5. gear | 1.26 (137 mph) | 1.28 (119 mph) |
| 6. gear | 0.925 (188 mph) | 1.13 (134 mph) |
| Chasis | Ducati Multistrada V4 | Honda CB500 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Aluminum monocoque frame | Double cradle of tubular and box-section steel construction |
| Front susp. | 50mm USD, 6.69 in travel | 37mm Telescopic forks (4.53 in travel) |
| Rear susp. | Monoshock, 7.09 in travel | Twin shock adjustable, (4.61 in travel) |