DucatiDiscontinued · launched 2018motorcycleAdventure1262 cc

Ducati Multistrada 1260

The Ducati Multistrada 1260 is a discontinued 1262 cc liquid-cooled adventure motorcycle with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Bikesmedia lists 158 PS @ 9,500 rpm maximum power, 129.5 Nm @ 7,500 rpm maximum torque, double-disc front / disc rear brakes, Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 R17 front and 190/55 R17 rear tyres, a 20 litre fuel tank and a 232 kg kerb weight.

Engine
1262 cc
Max power
158 PS @ 9,500 rpm
Max torque
129.5 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Claimed mileage
18.86 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)
Fuel tank
20.0 Litres
Kerb weight
232 kg

About the Ducati Multistrada 1260

Overview

The Ducati Multistrada 1260 is an adventure motorcycle from Ducati. It was launched in 2018 and has since been discontinued. Mechiee still services it at your doorstep. Adventure bikes are built to travel long distances on good and bad roads alike, typically with long-travel suspension and an upright riding position. With a 1,262 cc engine it sits in the big-bike, 800 cc-plus class.

Engine and performance

Power comes from a 1,262 cc twin-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that makes 158 PS at 9,500 rpm and 129.5 Nm of torque at 7,500 rpm. Its bore is wider than its stroke (106 x 71.5 mm), a short-stroke layout that generally favours higher revs. Divide power by kerb weight and it has about 681 PS per tonne; by that measure, its performance is at superbike level and rewards an experienced rider. It has electric start.

Gearbox

It has a 6-speed manual gearbox, and a chain carries drive to the rear wheel.

Chassis, brakes and tyres

It is built around a tubular steel trellis frame. Suspension is by 48mm USD forks at the front and adjustable sachs monoshock at the rear. Braking is by twin 320 mm discs at the front and a 265 mm disc at the rear, with dual-channel ABS. ABS on both wheels keeps either tyre from locking under hard braking. It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels — 120/70 R 17 at the front and 190/55 R 17 at the rear.

Size, comfort and range

The seat is 825 mm off the ground, which is on the tall side, so shorter riders may want to try it first. It weighs 232 kg ready to ride, which is heavy, so parking and tight U-turns need care. The wheelbase is 1,585 mm. Its 20.0 L fuel tank and claimed mileage of 18.86 kmpl work out to roughly 377 km per tankful on paper; real-world range is usually lower.

Features and equipment

Equipment includes a digital instrument console, low oil indicator and low battery indicator. Safety equipment includes engine kill switch and side-stand warning.

Owning one

For the Ducati Multistrada 1260, Mechiee offers a fixed ₹24,999 doorstep service.

Who it suits

It is best suited to long-distance touring and roads of mixed quality. With this much performance, it is better as a step-up bike than a first bike.

Care notes for this model

Its chain drive needs regular cleaning, lubrication and slack adjustment.

Ducati Multistrada 1260 specifications

These figures come from a single publication (Bikesmedia) and have not been confirmed against the manufacturer. The model is discontinued. Exact values can differ slightly by variant and model year.

Engine & performance

Displacement
1262 cc
Configuration
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke
Cooling
Liquid Cooled
Starting
Electric
Maximum power
158 PS @ 9,500 rpm
Maximum torque
129.5 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Claimed mileage
18.86 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)
Transmission
Manual
Gears
6-speed
Final drive
Chain
Bore x stroke
106 x 71.5 mm
Cylinders
2
Valves per cylinder
4

Dimensions & capacity

Height
845 mm
Wheelbase
1585 mm
Seat height
825 mm
Kerb weight
232 kg
Fuel tank
20.0 Litres

Brakes, suspension & tyres

Front brake
Double Disc, 320 mm
Rear brake
Disc, 265 mm
Braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Front suspension
48mm USD Forks
Rear suspension
Adjustable Sachs monoshock
Front tyre
120/70 R 17
Rear tyre
190/55 R 17
Wheels
Alloy
Tyre brand/model
Pirelli Scorpion Trail II
Wheel size
R17

Chassis & frame

Frame type
Tubular Steel Trellis Frame
Seat type
Single

Electricals

Instrument console
Digital
Indicators
LED

Features & technology

  • Low oil indicator
  • Low battery indicator

Safety

  • Dual Channel ABS
  • Engine kill switch
  • Side-stand warning

Sources: Bikesmedia, 91wheels

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Owning the Ducati Multistrada 1260

  • Claimed mileage

    18.86 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)

    Manufacturer's claimed figure; real-world mileage is usually lower.

  • Estimated range

    about 377 km

    Claimed mileage × tank size. An estimate, not a promise.

  • Mechiee doorstep service

    ₹24,999

    Mechiee's fixed doorstep service price for this model.

Maintaining the Ducati Multistrada 1260

  • Routine servicing

    Follow the schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. A regular service is the cheapest way to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.

  • Engine oil & filter

    Engine oil is the single most important consumable to keep fresh. Top up between services if the level drops, and change it on schedule.

  • Brake inspection

    With Double Disc, 320 mm and Disc, 265 mm brakes, check pad or shoe wear, lever and pedal free play, and braking feel at every service.

  • Chain cleaning & lubrication

    A clean, correctly tensioned and lubricated chain lasts longer and wastes less power. Check slack regularly, especially after riding in rain or dust.

  • Coolant & cooling system

    A liquid-cooled engine relies on coolant. Check the level and look over hoses and the radiator for leaks or damage, and replace coolant as the owner's manual directs.

  • Air filter & spark plug

    A clogged air filter or worn spark plug shows up as hard starting, weak throttle response and poorer fuel economy. Both are checked at a regular service and replaced when worn.

  • Disc brake fluid

    Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. Have its level and condition checked and change it on the interval in the owner's manual.

  • Tyre inspection

    This bike runs 120/70 R 17 / 190/55 R 17 tyres. Check pressure, tread depth and sidewalls, and replace tyres that are worn or cracked.

  • Battery & electricals

    Weak starting, dim lights or a flickering console are early signs the battery or charging system needs a look.

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Compare with similar Ducati bikes

Manufacturer figures for each bike. A dash means the value is not published in our sources.

SpecificationDucati Multistrada 1260Ducati Multistrada 1200Ducati Multistrada V4Ducati Multistrada 950
Engine1262 cc1198 cc1158 cc937 cc
Max power158 PS @ 9,500 rpm157.8 bhp @ 9,500 rpm169.9 PS @ 10500 rpm112.8 PS @ 9,000 rpm
Max torque129.5 Nm @ 7,500 rpm136 Nm @ 7,500 rpm125 Nm @ 8750 rpm96 Nm @ 7750 rpm
Claimed mileage18.86 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)—15 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)13 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)
Gears6-speed6-speed6-speed6-speed
Kerb weight232 kg232 kg240 kg229 kg
Fuel tank20.0 Litres20 L22 L20 L
Front brakeDouble Disc, 320 mmDiscDisc, 320 mmDisc, 320 mm
Rear brakeDisc, 265 mmDiscDisc, 265 mmDisc, 265 mm

Ducati Multistrada 1260 specs explained

What the technical terms on this page mean.

ABS
Anti-lock braking system. It stops a wheel locking up during hard braking so the rider can keep steering. A single-channel system works on one wheel, usually the front; a dual-channel system works on both.
Liquid cooling
Coolant circulates through the engine and a radiator, keeping temperatures steadier than air alone, especially in traffic or under load.
Monoshock
A single rear shock absorber that does the work of a pair.
Upside-down fork
A front fork mounted the opposite way round to a conventional one, with the thicker tubes at the top. It is typically stiffer under braking and cornering.
Trellis frame
A frame built from tubes arranged in triangles, which gives strength without much weight.
Kerb weight
The weight of the bike ready to ride, with its fluids and fuel, but without a rider or luggage.
Bore x stroke
The cylinder's width and the piston's travel. A larger bore relative to stroke tends to favour revs; a longer stroke tends to favour low-speed pull.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Ducati Multistrada 1260 has a 1262 cc engine, described as liquid-cooled, 4-stroke.

The Ducati Multistrada 1260 is rated at 158 PS @ 9,500 rpm maximum power and 129.5 Nm @ 7,500 rpm maximum torque.

The claimed figure for the Ducati Multistrada 1260 is 18.86 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels). Real-world mileage is usually lower and depends on riding style, load, road and traffic conditions and how well the bike is maintained.

The Ducati Multistrada 1260 has Double Disc, 320 mm at the front and Disc, 265 mm at the rear, with Dual Channel ABS.

The Ducati Multistrada 1260 runs 120/70 R 17 at the front and 190/55 R 17 at the rear on alloy wheels.

Follow the service schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. Between services, keep an eye on engine oil, chain, tyres and battery. With Double Disc, 320 mm and Disc, 265 mm brakes, brake wear and adjustment are worth checking at every visit.

Multiplying the claimed 18.86 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels) by the 20.0 Litres tank gives roughly 377 km on a full tank. That is an estimate from claimed figures; real-world range is usually lower.

No. The Ducati Multistrada 1260 has been discontinued. Mechiee still lists doorstep servicing for it.

The Ducati Multistrada 1260 was launched in 2018.

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