Ducati Diavel V4 vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: September 20, 2026

Yamaha YZF-R2 price starts at Rs. 2.31 Lakh, which is Rs. 27.36 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Ducati Diavel V4, priced at Rs. 29.66 Lakh. On the performance front, the Diavel V4 uses a 1158cc engine producing 170.33 PS @ 10750 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Diavel V4 and YZF-R2, the YZF-R2 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Diavel V4 stands out for performance.

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Diavel V4 vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati Diavel V4Yamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 29.66 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Mileage 18.2 kmplNot Available
Engine 1158 cc204 cc
Max power 170.33 PS @ 10750 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 236 Kg149 Kg

Diavel V4 vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Diavel V4 RedYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
2 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Ducati Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 29.66 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type V4 Granturismo, 4 valves per cylinder, counter-rotating crankshaft, Twin Pulse firing order, liquid cooled Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 170.33 PS @ 10750 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Diavel V4 Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Wheel Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 81,208 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 64,386 Diavel V4 Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
299 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
V4 Granturismo, 4 valves per cylinder, counter-rotating crankshaft, Twin Pulse firing order, liquid cooled
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
1158 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
170.33 PS @ 10750 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
126 Nm @ 7500 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
83 mm
66 mm
Stroke
53.5 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
14.0:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
18.2 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø 50 mm fully adjustable usd fork 120 mm
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Fully adjustable monoshock, aluminium single-sided swingarm 145 mm
Linked-Type Monocross

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-R17 Rear :-240/45-R17
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke Wheel
Alloy

Dry Weight
211 kg
Not Available
Seat height
790 mm
810 mm
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1593 mm
1340 mm
Length
Not Available
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
170 mm
Height
Not Available
1140 mm
Width
Not Available
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
20 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
236 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 5AH
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Aluminum monocoque frame
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Sports,Touring,Urban
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Exhaust - Stainless steel exhaust muffler with 4 exit pipes, 2 catalytic converters and 4 lambda probes, Primary Drive - Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.80:1, Final Drive - Chain, front sprocket z16, rear sprocket z43, Rake - 26°, Trail - 112 mm, Cornering ABS, Ducati Wheelie Control, Ducati Quick Shift, Hands-Free, Ducati Multimedia System, Backlit Handlebar Switches, Dynamic Turn Indicators
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Launch Control
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes
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Ducati Diavel V4 Vs Yamaha YZF-R2 FAQs

Which bike is best between Ducati Diavel V4 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Ducati Diavel V4 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Ducati Diavel V4 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is cheaper than Ducati Diavel V4 by ₹27.36 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Diavel V4 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
For the Red version, 1158 cc Petrol engine of Diavel V4 produces 170.33 PS @ 10750 rpm of power and 126 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Ducati Diavel V4 has better performance.

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