XDiavel V4 vs. Diavel V4: Two Different Motorcycles With the Same Engine

The XDiavel V4 and Diavel V4 share the Granturismo V4 engine and 240-section rear tire. Everything else—geometry, riding character, proportions—is different. The Diavel V4 is a muscle naked with an upright, slightly forward-oriented riding position and a short 1,569 mm wheelbase. The XDiavel V4 is a techno-cruiser with forward-mounted footpegs, a low seat—770 mm instead of the Diavel V4’s 780 mm—and a long 1,620 mm wheelbase. The result is two completely different riding experiences.

The short version: if you want sporty, agile riding and prefer the Diavel look, buy the Diavel V4. If you want a more relaxed riding position, longer-distance cruising, and find the XDiavel’s cruiser silhouette more appealing, buy the XDiavel V4. The XDiavel’s additional 8 kg—244 versus 236 kg—is noticeable during turn-in, but less noticeable than expected because the longer wheelbase keeps the motorcycle surprisingly stable through corners.

Engine: V4 Granturismo—168 hp, Smooth and Broadly Powerful

1,158 cc, liquid-cooled, 90-degree V4, counter-rotating crankshaft, four valves per cylinder, 168 hp at 10,750 rpm, 126 Nm at 7,500 rpm, cylinder deactivation in all riding modes, operating seamlessly and almost imperceptibly to the rider, six-speed transmission, Euro 5+, Quick Shift 2.0.

In the XDiavel, the Granturismo V4 feels different from the same engine in the Diavel V4—not because the engine itself is different, but because the geometry transfers its power differently. The longer wheelbase and forward-mounted footpegs soften the sense of immediacy familiar from the Diavel. The engine is the same, but it feels more composed. That is not a disadvantage. It is the right calibration for a motorcycle designed to cruise.

Cylinder deactivation is particularly relevant in city riding. A high-compression V4 generates substantial heat in traffic. The system seamlessly shuts down the rear cylinder bank whenever conditions permit and brings it back online just as smoothly when more performance is required. In practice, you barely notice it happening. You simply notice that the heat around your thighs is reduced. Fuel consumption is approximately 6.0 L/100 km. With a 20-liter tank, range is around 310 km.

Suspension: 45 mm USD, Single-Sided Swingarm, More Travel

Up front is a fully adjustable 45 mm Marzocchi USD fork with approximately 120 mm of travel. At the rear is a fully adjustable monoshock with 145 mm of travel—25 mm more than on the previous XDiavel S—and a single-sided swingarm. Braking comes from Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers gripping dual 330 mm front discs, backed by Cornering ABS.

The XDiavel’s suspension is tuned more softly than the Diavel V4’s, in keeping with its longer, more relaxed geometry. On poor roads, it absorbs bumps more comfortably. In very fast backroad corners, it reaches its limits sooner. That is not a design flaw - it is the setup that correctly reflects its intended use.

One point consistently confirmed by XDiavel test feedback is that cornering clearance is surprisingly good for a motorcycle of these proportions. The 1,620 mm wheelbase distributes the weight effectively, and the chassis holds its line through corners more confidently than you would expect from 244 kg. Ride the XDiavel quickly and it surprises you—not because it is truly sporty, but because it is remarkably composed.

Ergonomics: Feet Forward, 770 mm, Long Wheelbase

Seat height is 770 mm, wheelbase 1,620 mm, and ready-to-ride weight 244 kg. The forward-mounted footpegs are adjustable through several positions and create a classic cruiser posture: thighs relatively flat, back upright, hands slightly lowered. On long highway stretches, that is considerably more comfortable than the Diavel’s more compact riding position.

The price is reduced physical feedback from the motorcycle. You sit more relaxed on the XDiavel, but also more detached from what the chassis is doing. And on rough roads, the cruiser riding position transmits more impacts directly into your back.

The passenger seat is 50 percent larger than on the previous XDiavel S. On a motorcycle with a 1,620 mm wheelbase and enough physical space for two people, that is not an insignificant detail. If you regularly ride two-up, the XDiavel provides more passenger comfort than the Diavel V4, which has a more compact passenger area.

Display and Electronics: 6.9-Inch TFT, Native Turn-by-Turn Navigation

The XDiavel V4’s 6.9-inch TFT is the largest standard display in the Diavel family. The standard Diavel V4 uses a 5-inch display, while the Diavel V4 RS gets a 6.5-inch unit. The XDiavel screen uses Optical Bonding technology for improved readability in direct sunlight and displays native turn-by-turn navigation without requiring smartphone mirroring. The Road Info Mode has been specifically redesigned to suit the XDiavel’s visual identity.

The electronics package is comprehensive: 6-axis IMU, four riding modes—Sport, Touring, Urban, Wet—three Power Modes, DTC traction control, DWC wheelie control, Launch Control, Cornering ABS, Quick Shift 2.0, cruise control, Hands-Free, and USB.

Touring is the XDiavel’s primary riding mode: linear, smooth throttle response, traction control intervening early enough to provide security on wet roads, and a chassis setup that suits the relaxed riding position. Riders who occasionally select Sport mode will not be disappointed—the Granturismo V4 works well in both.

Design: Low, Long, Four Exhaust Outlets

The XDiavel V4 has a lower, more stretched silhouette than the Diavel V4. The fuel tank is long and sculpted, while the exhaust terminates in four short, stacked outlets that immediately communicate the V4 architecture when viewed from the side.

The double-C daytime running light is a design element that makes the XDiavel recognizable from any direction. There are two colors: Burning Red and Black Lava. The color palette is limited, but both choices work well with the XDiavel’s lines.

Stationary Noise and Tyrol

The XDiavel V4’s stationary-noise figure has not been officially published. The Diavel V4 is rated at 97 dB(A), already exceeding Tyrol’s 95 dB(A) limit. The XDiavel uses the same engine and a similar exhaust configuration.

Confirm the figure with your dealer before planning rides on restricted Tyrolean Alpine roads.

Price and Positioning

From €29,390 plus €345 destination charges and a two-year warranty. That is similar to the Diavel V4 at €28,190. For the €1,200 premium, you get cruiser geometry instead of muscle-naked geometry, a 6.9-inch TFT instead of a 5-inch unit, and native turn-by-turn navigation.

What you give up is the Diavel’s 8 kg weight advantage and its more compact, direct riding position. That is a manageable trade-off. Choosing between the XDiavel and Diavel is primarily about deciding what kind of riding experience you want.

Verdict

The 2026 Ducati XDiavel V4 is the most convincing proof that “cruiser” and “Ducati” are not contradictory terms. It uses the same Granturismo V4 as the Diavel V4, but puts it into a motorcycle with a more relaxed riding position, a more composed long-distance character, and backroad performance that still manages to surprise.

For riders who want the cruiser concept without giving up Ducati V4 performance, there is no equivalent alternative.

 

Quick Check

+ Cruiser geometry with Ducati V4 DNA: 168 hp Granturismo V4; 126 Nm; feet-forward riding position; 770 mm seat height; 1,620 mm wheelbase; considerably more comfortable than Diavel V4 on long highway stretches; more generous passenger seat, 50 percent larger than previous XDiavel

+ 6.9-inch TFT, largest display in Diavel family, with Optical Bonding and native turn-by-turn navigation; 6-axis IMU; Cornering ABS; DTC; DWC; Launch Control; Quick Shift 2.0; cruise control; Hands-Free; Brembo Stylema; cylinder deactivation in all riding modes

+ Cornering clearance surprisingly good for 244 kg and 1,620 mm wheelbase; feels composed rather than heavy once moving; 20-liter tank; approx. 310 km range; 2-year warranty; valve-clearance inspection every 60,000 km

+ €1,200 premium over Diavel V4: if you want the cruiser concept with Ducati V4 power, the larger display and native navigation provide tangible additional value

 

– Stationary noise not published; Tyrol limit 95 dB(A), while Diavel V4 with the same engine is rated at 97 dB(A); confirm with dealer before riding in Tyrol

– 244 kg ready to ride, 8 kg more than Diavel V4: noticeable while maneuvering; longer wheelbase makes tight U-turns more demanding than on the Diavel; no wind protection standard

– Technically unchanged from the 2025 launch model for 2026; only two colors, Burning Red and Black Lava; only 2-year warranty

– Diavel V4 at €28,190: 8 kg lighter, more compact, more direct riding feel, sportier riding position—if you prefer those qualities, you pay €1,200 less and get the more agile motorcycle

 

Technical Specifications: Ducati XDiavel V4 (2026)

Make / Model: Ducati XDiavel V4 (2026; introduced in 2025; technically unchanged for 2026; techno-cruiser with V4 Granturismo); manufacturer: Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A., Borgo Panigale, Bologna, Italy

What’s New for 2026: Technically identical to the 2025 launch model; ask dealer about possible new color options

XDiavel V4 vs. Diavel V4: XDiavel: cruiser geometry with Feet Forward position, 770 mm seat height, 1,620 mm wheelbase, 244 kg, native 6.9-inch TFT, 45 mm fork, lower silhouette, approx. €800 more. Diavel V4: muscle-naked geometry, 780 mm seat height, 1,569 mm wheelbase, 236 kg, 5-inch TFT, 50 mm fork, more direct riding feel.

Engine: Liquid-cooled 90-degree V4 Granturismo; 1,158 cc; counter-rotating crankshaft; four valves per cylinder; cylinder deactivation in all riding modes; six-speed transmission; wet multi-plate clutch; Euro 5+

Power: 168 hp (124 kW) at 10,750 rpm

Torque: 126 Nm at 7,500 rpm

Top Speed / Consumption: Approx. 250 km/h; approx. 6.0 L/100 km; approx. 310 km range

Fuel Tank / Weight: 20 liters; 244 kg fully fueled

Transmission / Final Drive: 6-speed; chain drive; DQS Quick Shift 2.0

Electronics: 6-axis IMU; four riding modes—Sport/Touring/Urban/Wet; three Power Modes; DTC traction control; DWC wheelie control; Launch Control; Cornering ABS; Quick Shift 2.0; cruise control; Hands-Free keyless operation; 6.9-inch color TFT with Optical Bonding, DMS, native turn-by-turn navigation, and Bluetooth; dynamic turn signals; USB

Front Suspension: Fully adjustable 45 mm Marzocchi USD fork; approx. 120 mm travel

Rear Suspension: Fully adjustable monoshock; 145 mm travel; single-sided swingarm

Front Brake: Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers; dual 330 mm discs; Cornering ABS

Rear Brake: 245 mm disc; Cornering ABS

Wheels: Cast-alloy wheels; 17-inch front; 17-inch rear with single-sided swingarm

Tires: 120/70 ZR17 front; 240/45 ZR17 rear

Ergonomics: 770 mm seat height; 1,620 mm wheelbase; forward-mounted footpegs adjustable through multiple positions; passenger seat 50 percent larger than previous XDiavel S; no wind protection standard

Design: Low, stretched cruiser silhouette; four stacked exhaust outlets; double-C daytime running light; integrated dynamic turn signals; steel fuel tank with sculpted profile

Stationary Noise: Not officially published; confirm with dealer against Tyrol’s 95 dB(A) limit; Diavel V4 is rated at 97 dB(A)

2026 Colors: Burning Red; Black Lava

Warranty / Service: 2-year manufacturer warranty with unlimited mileage; service every 15,000 km / 2 years; valve-clearance inspection every 60,000 km

Price in Germany: From €29,390 plus €345 destination charges