Ducati Multistrada V4 Launched in India at ₹36.16 Lakh

The Italian marque Ducati has unleashed its flagship adventure-tourer, the Multistrada V4 (specifically the Pikes Peak variant), in India at an ex-showroom price of ₹36.16 lakh. Positioned at the top end of the premium adventure-bike segment, this launch stakes Ducati’s claim to both performance and touring luxury. With a competition-ready 1,158 cc V4 engine and sport-tourer chassis, the bike is aimed at riders who want both adrenaline on the twisties and comfort on the long haul.

Engine & Performance

At its heart, the Multistrada V4 is powered by the Ducati V4 Granturismo 1,158 cc four-cylinder engine, producing 170 hp at 10,750 rpm and 124 Nm of torque at 9,000 rpm. This V-engine features a counter-rotating crankshaft (a MotoGP-derived technology) to reduce gyroscopic effect and improve agility. The refined power delivery means the bike is at once capable of high-speed touring and rapid on-road acceleration. In Indian form the ex-showroom figure of ₹36.16 lakh covers the Pikes Peak variant which uses race-derived components and sports mapping to deliver its full performance credentials.

Chassis & Handling

The chassis set-up underscores the “sport-tourer” ethos: the Pikes Peak features forged Marchesini 17-inch wheels both front and rear, replacing the more common dual-purpose wheel sizes in adventure bikes. Fully adjustable Öhlins Smart-EC 2.0 electronic suspension enables rapid adaptation between touring and aggressive riding modes. Ducati quotes a wet weight (no fuel) of 227 kg for the Pikes Peak – remarkably light given its engine size and touring features. The riding posture is revised for greater control: lower bars, raised pegs and a sport-biased geometry make the Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak handle more like a superbike on asphalt rather than a typical off-road biased adventure machine.

Technology & Features

Technology is a strong differentiator here. The bike features Ducati’s premium electronics suite: ride-by-wire throttle, multiple ride modes (including a dedicated Race mode exclusive to the Pikes Peak), adaptive cruise control with radar sensors, blind-spot detection and full-colour TFT instrumentation with navigation and Ducati Connect. Additionally the Akrapovič titanium exhaust, carbon-fibre elements and premium brakes (Brembo Stylema monobloc) underline the performance credentials. For the touring rider the low-maintenance interval (15,000 km) and Ducati’s expanding service network in India are practical advantages.

Conclusion

In launching the Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak at ₹36.16 lakh in India, Ducati delivers a rare blend of track-derived performance, high-end technology and genuine long-distance touring capability. It is clearly targeted at affluent riders who seek an adventure-tourer with superbike DNA and the ability to cruise across continents while still tackling twisty mountain roads with finesse. If you demand the utmost in performance, premium build and electronic sophistication in a big-bike package—and are prepared for the associated cost of ownership—then the Multistrada V4 is a standout choice. For those less inclined toward full-on sport-touring extremes, more conventional adventure-tourers might deliver more balanced value—but the Multistrada V4 is in a class of its own.