Ducati XDiavel V4: Conquering the Rockies in Style

Fast summary

• Ducati has unveiled its new xdiavel V4, a low-slung 168-horsepower motorcycle targeting sport bike riders seeking comfort without sacrificing performance.
• The centerpiece is the 1,158cc V4 engine derived from its Multistrada model. It features innovative engineering like backward spinning and “Twin Pulse” firing for improved handling and a distinctive exhaust note.
• The bike offers enhanced comfort with upgraded suspension, a foam-padded seat, and customizable rider configurations like forward or mid-mounted footpegs.
• Advanced electronic aids include traction control, riding modes (sport, touring, urban, rain), and adjustable power settings (high: 168hp; medium: moderated throttle; low: 115hp).
• Design highlights include improvements in maneuverability for curved roads despite its long wheelbase (63.8 inches) and heavyweight build (>500 lbs).
• Optional ergonomics allow transitioning closer to traditional sport bike setups.
• The XDiavel V4 has garnered accolades like the “Red Dot Best of the Best Award” for product design.

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The XDiavel V4 in action through mountainous terrain. (Source: Ducati)

Indian Opinion Analysis

Ducati’s unveiling of the xdiavel V4 illustrates how cutting-edge technology can bridge sport-bike performance with cruiser comforts-offering key lessons that extend beyond motorcycles into consumer-focused innovation design globally. With India witnessing an expanding enthusiast community in premium motorcycles propelled by players such as Royal Enfield Triumph-comments(series succeding fractured unlikely competitive-disparity