93 dB(A): Tyrol-Compliant and Fully Ready for Touring

The Multistrada V2 has a stationary noise rating of 93 dB(A). Tyrol’s limit is 95 dB(A). The standard Multistrada V4 and V4 S are above 95 dB(A). The V4 Rally is rated at 94 dB(A), while the V4 RS is rated at 92 dB(A). The Multistrada V2 can therefore be ridden on restricted Tyrolean roads at any time.

Completely Redesigned: 95 Percent New Components, 18 kg Lighter

The 2025 Multistrada V2, which remains technically identical for 2026, is not a facelift. According to Ducati engineers, it shares only around five percent of its components with the previous 937 cc Testastretta generation. The key changes are a new 890 cc V-twin without Desmo and with IVT, a new aluminum monocoque chassis with the engine serving as both a stressed member and part of the airbox structure, a new tubular-steel rear subframe, a new double-sided swingarm, and new wheels that are 1.5 kg lighter. Ready-to-ride weight without fuel is 199 kg—18 kg less than its predecessor. The difference is clearly noticeable while riding.

The aluminum monocoque follows the Multistrada V4 philosophy: the engine is not simply mounted inside a frame—it is part of the frame. That saves weight, makes the motorcycle narrower, and improves knee contact with the bike. The monocoque also serves as the airbox, housing the air filter, throttle bodies, and fuel injectors. It is a solution that makes the motorcycle’s front section noticeably slimmer.

Engine: 890 cc, No Desmo, IVT, 115 hp—and 30,000 km Valve-Clearance Intervals

The engine is an 890 cc liquid-cooled 90-degree V-twin with DOHC, no desmodromic valve actuation, and IVT—Intake Variable Timing. It produces 115 hp / 85 kW at 10,750 rpm and 92 Nm at 8,250 rpm, and comes with a six-speed transmission, DQS 2.0, wet multi-plate clutch, Euro 5+ compliance, and an available 35 kW A2 restriction. Engine weight is 54.9 kg.

Valve-clearance inspection is required every 30,000 km. That is shorter than on the Monster, Streetfighter, and Panigale V2, all of which have 45,000 km intervals, but longer than the old Testastretta Desmo’s 15,000 km interval. The same basic V2 engine produces 120 hp in the Streetfighter and Panigale V2. For the Multistrada V2, it is tuned to 115 hp and optimized for a torque curve that delivers more than 70 percent of available torque from 3,000 rpm. That is the right calibration for a touring motorcycle designed to glide along backroads in fourth gear without demanding constant shifting.

Riders describe the new engine as more refined than the previous Testastretta: no jerking below 3,000 rpm, linear throttle response, and a noticeably sporty character from 8,000–9,000 rpm upward. The classic, bass-heavy Multistrada sound remains, while the Testastretta’s rough low-rpm behavior has disappeared.

Standard Suspension: 45 mm Marzocchi, Mechanical, 170 mm of Travel

Up front is a 45 mm Marzocchi USD fork with 170 mm of travel, fully mechanically adjustable. At the rear is a fully mechanically adjustable Marzocchi shock with an external reservoir, progressive linkage, and 170 mm of travel. There is no Skyhook/DSS—that is reserved for the V2 S.

The Suspension Modes can be controlled independently of the Riding Modes. Suspension response can therefore be adjusted while riding without changing the selected riding mode. That is new compared with the predecessor.

Brakes, Wheels, Tires

Braking comes from Brembo, with dual 320 mm front discs and Bosch Cornering ABS. The Multistrada V2 uses cast wheels measuring 19 inches at the front and 17 inches at the rear. Standard tires are Pirelli Scorpion Trail II in 120/70 ZR19 front and 170/60 ZR17 rear sizes.

Ergonomics: 199 kg, 830 mm, Five Riding Modes, Wet Mode

Standard seat height is 830 mm, rising to 850 mm with the high seat and dropping to 790 mm with the lowering kit. Ready-to-ride weight without fuel is 199 kg; with the 19-liter fuel tank full, it is approximately 218 kg. Passenger seat and passenger footpegs come standard, as does an adjustable windscreen. Thanks to the narrow monocoque design, riders from around 1.70 meters tall should be able to reach the ground despite the 830 mm seat height.

There are five riding modes: Sport, Touring, Urban, Enduro, and Wet. Wet mode is new compared with the predecessor. It reduces power and softens throttle response in wet conditions—a mode everyday riders in changeable weather will particularly appreciate. There is also a redesigned 5-inch color TFT interface, USB socket, cruise control, DQS 2.0, DTC, DWC, and Cornering ABS. The standard V2 does not include DMS, the Ducati Multimedia System, as standard. That comes with the V2 S.

19-Liter Tank, 5.2 L/100 km, Approximately 365 km of Range

The 19-liter tank combined with consumption of approximately 5.2–5.5 L/100 km provides a calculated range of around 345–365 km. It is the second-smallest fuel capacity in the Multistrada family: the V4 holds 22 liters, while the V4 Rally carries 30 liters. For 300–400 km day rides, the tank provides comfortable range. For crossing the Alps without planned fuel stops, it is tight.

Standard vs. V2 S: What Does the Extra €2,500 Buy?

The Standard at €16,390 comes with mechanically adjustable Marzocchi suspension, a 5-inch TFT without DMS, no Hands-Free system, and no Skyhook. The V2 S at €18,890, covered in a separate review, adds Skyhook DSS EVO semi-active suspension with Anti-Dive, Anti-Squat, and lowering function, DMS Ducati Multimedia System, Hands-Free keyless operation, Cornering Lights, and Quickshifter. The engine, warranty, fuel tank, and wheels are identical. The V2 S is also rated at 93 dB(A), making it Tyrol-compliant.

For riders who stay exclusively on the road and prefer to adjust their suspension manually, choose the standard V2. For everyone else, choose the V2 S.

Four-Year Warranty and 93 dB(A): The Two Best Pieces of News in One Package

Four-year warranty—Ducati 4Ever Multistrada, with unlimited mileage—applies to both the Standard and V2 S. Then there is the 93 dB(A) stationary noise rating, making it Tyrol-compliant. Add the 30,000 km valve-clearance interval, 199 kg weight without fuel, and €16,390 entry price, and you have the combination of arguments that makes the Multistrada V2 one of Ducati’s most everyday-friendly motorcycles.

Verdict

The 2026 Ducati Multistrada V2 is the right Multistrada for riders looking for a light, Tyrol-compliant, long-distance-capable adventure motorcycle with a four-year warranty and manageable running costs. 115 hp, 199 kg without fuel, 93 dB(A), 30,000 km valve-clearance intervals, four-year warranty. From €16,390.

 

Quick Check

+ 93 dB(A) stationary noise: Tyrol-compliant, below 95 dB(A)—the only Multistrada variant with a clearly published figure below 95 dB(A); 890 cc V-twin without Desmo; IVT; 115 hp; 92 Nm; no rough low-rpm behavior, refined from idle; 70 percent of torque available from 3,000 rpm; Cornering ABS; 30,000 km valve-clearance interval

+ 199 kg ready to ride without fuel: 18 kg lighter than predecessor; aluminum monocoque with engine as stressed member + airbox; narrowest Multistrada silhouette in the family; 830 mm seat height, 790 mm with lowering kit; five riding modes including new Wet mode; DQS 2.0; DTC; DWC; Cornering ABS; 5-inch TFT; USB

+ 4-year warranty, Ducati 4Ever Multistrada with unlimited mileage; from €16,390, the least expensive Multistrada in the lineup; Suspension Modes can be controlled independently of Riding Modes; 19-liter tank; approx. 365 km range; A2 restriction available at 35 kW; fully mechanically adjustable 45 mm Marzocchi USD fork + rear shock

+ Pirelli Scorpion Trail II; 19/17-inch wheels; passenger seat + footpegs standard; adjustable windscreen standard; approx. 5.2–5.5 L/100 km, economical for a Ducati; 4Ever warranty also applies to the V2 family

 

– No Skyhook/DSS, exclusive to V2 S: no semi-active suspension on Standard; no DMS, V2 S exclusive; no Hands-Free, V2 S; no Cornering Lights, V2 S; 5-inch TFT smaller than V4 S’s 6.5-inch display

– 30,000 km valve-clearance interval: shorter than Monster/Streetfighter/Panigale V2 at 45,000 km; no radar, ACC, or map navigation, while V4 S has all of them standard; 19-liter tank versus V4 Rally’s 30 liters for genuine long-distance riding without intermediate fuel stops

– 115 hp: less than the Streetfighter V2 S’s 120 hp despite using the same basic engine; 199 kg without fuel means approximately 218 kg with a full tank, so it is not the lightest motorcycle in the middleweight adventure segment; Kawasaki Versys 650 at around €8,000 and Yamaha Ténéré 700 at around €11,000 are less expensive

– Confirm 2026 price with dealer, as €16,390 was the 2025 launch price and may differ; no DVO algorithm, which the V4 family has; technically identical to the 2025 generation for 2026

 

Technical Specifications: Ducati Multistrada V2 Standard (2026)

Make / Model: Ducati Multistrada V2 Standard (2026; second generation since 2025; technically identical for 2026); V2 S covered in a separate review; manufacturer: Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A., Borgo Panigale, Bologna, Italy

What’s New for 2025/2026: Complete redesign: new 890 cc V-twin, no Desmo, IVT, 54.9 kg; aluminum monocoque frame; 18 kg weight reduction to 199 kg; five riding modes including Wet mode; DQS 2.0; new 5-inch TFT; independent Suspension Modes; approximately 95 percent new components compared with predecessor

V2 Standard vs. V2 S: Standard (€16,390): mechanical Marzocchi suspension, 5-inch TFT without DMS, no Hands-Free, no Cornering Lights. V2 S (€18,890; separate review): semi-active Skyhook DSS EVO, DMS, Hands-Free, Cornering Lights. Engine + warranty + fuel tank + wheels identical.

Engine: Liquid-cooled 90-degree V-twin; 890 cc; DOHC; no Desmo; IVT, Intake Variable Timing with variable intake-valve timing; 6-speed transmission; DQS 2.0; wet multi-plate clutch; Euro 5+; A2 restriction available at 35 kW; engine weight 54.9 kg

Power: 115 hp (85 kW) at 10,750 rpm

Torque: 92 Nm at 8,250 rpm; more than 70 percent available from 3,000 rpm

Top Speed / Consumption: Approx. 220 km/h; approx. 5.2–5.5 L/100 km; approx. 345–365 km range

Fuel Tank / Weight: 19 liters; 199 kg ready to ride without fuel, approximately 218 kg fully fueled; 18 kg lighter than predecessor

Transmission / Final Drive: 6-speed; chain drive; DQS 2.0 Up/Down

Electronics: Five riding modes—Sport/Touring/Urban/Enduro/Wet; DTC; DWC; Bosch Cornering ABS; cruise control; DQS 2.0; redesigned 5-inch TFT; USB; Suspension Modes independently adjustable from Riding Modes; A2 restriction available

Front Suspension, Standard: 45 mm Marzocchi USD fork; 170 mm travel; fully mechanically adjustable

Rear Suspension, Standard: Marzocchi; external reservoir; progressive linkage; 170 mm travel; fully mechanically adjustable; aluminum double-sided swingarm

Front Brake: Brembo; dual 320 mm discs; Bosch Cornering ABS

Rear Brake: Disc brake; Cornering ABS

Wheels: Cast wheels; 19-inch front; 17-inch rear

Tires: Pirelli Scorpion Trail II; 120/70 ZR19 front; 170/60 ZR17 rear

Ergonomics: 830 mm seat height standard; 850 mm with high seat; 790 mm with lowering kit; narrow monocoque allows ground contact from approximately 1.70 meters; passenger seat + footpegs standard; adjustable windscreen standard; aluminum monocoque frame with engine + airbox and tubular-steel rear subframe

Stationary Noise: 93 dB(A)—Tyrol-compliant, Tyrol limit 95 dB(A)

2026 Colors: Ducati Red; Storm Green, new for 2026; ask dealer about current availability

Warranty / Service: 4 years, Ducati 4Ever Multistrada, unlimited mileage; valve-clearance inspection every 30,000 km; oil change every 15,000 km / annually

Price in Germany: From €16,390; V2 S from €18,890; plus €345 destination charges