The 2019 Ducati Multistrada 950 and the 950 S have
been revealed ahead of EICMA 2018. While the motorcycle is powered by the same
engine as the old model, the kerb weight has gone down by 4 kg. The bike is
available with wire-spoke wheels and tubeless tyres at the dealership level.
The company has completely overhauled the
electronics package on the 2019 Ducati Multistrada 950. The electronic rider
aids include Ducati Quick Shift up & down (DQS), cruise control system, hydraulic
control, and Bosch Cornering ABS. The Multistrada 950 S features the
semi-active Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS).
The old digital instrument cluster has been replaced
by the 5-inch colour TFT display, while the bike also a full-LED headlight with
cornering lamps. Powering the Ducati Multistrada 950 S is the same 937 cc,
L-twin engine that produces 111 bhp of power and 96 Nm of peak torque, mated to
a six-speed transmission.
The 2019 Ducati Multistrada 950 and the Multistrada
950 S is expected to launch in India by Q1 2019. It will compete with the likes
of the Triumph Tiger 800, Honda Africa Twin and the BMW F 850 GS.
