Ducati Multistrada V2 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Harley-Davidson Sportster S price starts at Rs. 18.05 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.21 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Ducati Multistrada V2, priced at Rs. 19.26 Lakh. On the performance front, the Multistrada V2 uses a 890cc engine producing 115.56 PS @ 10750 rpm and the Sportster S a 1252cc engine producing 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Multistrada V2 and Sportster S, the Sportster S is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Multistrada V2 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Multistrada V2 vs Sportster S Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati Multistrada V2Harley-Davidson Sportster S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 19.26 LakhRs. 18.05 Lakh
Mileage Not Available19.6 kmpl
Engine 890 cc1252 cc
Max power 115.56 PS @ 10750 rpm122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 199 Kg228 Kg

Multistrada V2 vs Sportster S Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Multistrada V2 STDHarley-Davidson Sportster S STD
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Brand Name Ducati Harley-Davidson
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 19.26 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 18.05 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 90° V2, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Intake Variable Valves Timing System, Liquid Cooled Revolution™ Max 1250T
Max Power 115.56 PS @ 10750 rpm 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Multistrada V2 Colors
Harley Davidson Sportster S Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 52,733 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 49,420 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 45,905 Multistrada V2 Insurance Rs. 44,142 Sportster S Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
90° V2, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Intake Variable Valves Timing System, Liquid Cooled
Revolution™ Max 1250T
Engine Displacement
890 cc
1252 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
115.56 PS @ 10750 rpm
122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
92 Nm @ 8250 rpm
125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
96 mm
105 mm
Stroke
61.5 mm
72.3 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
12.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
1 Piston

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

Suspension-Front
45 mm Fully Adjustable Mechanical Fork, Compression And Rebound Damping Manual Adjustment, Travel - 170 mm
43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Suspension-Rear
Fully Adjustable Monoshock, Remote Spring Preload Adjustment, Aluminium Double-sided Swingarm, Travel - 170 mm
Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70 ZR19, Rear :-170/60 ZR17
Front :-160/70-17, Rear :- 180/70-16
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Dunlop
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
221 kg
Seat height
830 mm
765 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.7 L
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
4.5 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2270*840*1089 mm3
Wheelbase
1572.5 mm
1520 mm
Length
Not Available
2270 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
90 mm
Height
Not Available
1089 mm
Width
Not Available
840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 L
11.7 L
Kerb Weight
199 Kg
228 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
265 mm
260 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 12AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Aluminium monocoque frame
High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Sports,Touring,Urban,Enduro
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control, Ducati Multimedia System
Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Wheel Lift Mitigation, Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System, Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System, Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Enhanced Lift Mitigation
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
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Ducati Multistrada V2 Vs Harley Davidson Sportster S FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Multistrada V2 vs Harley Davidson Sportster S?
The Harley-Davidson Sportster S is cheaper than Ducati Multistrada V2 by ₹1.21 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Multistrada V2 vs Harley Davidson Sportster S?
For the STD version, 890 cc Petrol engine of Multistrada V2 produces 115.56 PS @ 10750 rpm of power and 92 Nm @ 8250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 1252 cc Petrol engine of Sportster S produces 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 125 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque

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