Ducati Multistrada 1260 India launch on June 19

Ducati India will dispatch the new Multistrada 1260 on June 19. Universally, the Multistrada 1260 is accessible in four variations – standard, the S, the S D|air and the Pikes Peak – and these variations are relied upon to be propelled in India too. 

The most urgent change on the new bike is the 1,262cc engine that replaces the 1,198cc motor, as observed on the current Multistrada 1200. The expansion in relocation was accomplished by a 71.5mm longer stroke, with the L-Twin engine presently conveying 158hp at 9,500rpm, a 6hp addition over its forerunner. Torque, as well, has gone up by 1.5Nm, bringing the count up to 129.5Nm at 7,500rpm. This new engine highlights Desmodromic Variable Timing (DVT) and Ducati engineers have focused on better low-end execution; the Multistrada's engine is presently asserted to deliver 85 percent of its torque beneath 3,500rpm. The twin-barrel engine is mated to a six-speed gearbox and the 'S' variation likewise includes the Ducati Quick Shifter framework. 

As far as styling, the body boards get an unpretentious makeover for better optimal design. The amalgam wheels have been upgraded and they are around 300gm lighter as well. 

The standard 1260 manages without the Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS), albeit every one of the models, notwithstanding the Pikes Peak, include the same 48mm fork and a completely flexible Sachs monoshock (the Pikes Peak gets an Ohlins unit). Ducati has prepared the new Multistrada 1260 with a 48mm-longer swingarm and a more casual rake edge (up from 24 degree to 25 degree), bringing about the wheelbase length expanding by 56mm (1,585mm) in contrast with the past model. Notwithstanding every one of the updates and an all the more ground-breaking engine, the new Multistrada 1200 hints the scale at 209kg (dry weight), which is indistinguishable to its forerunner. 

Electronic wizardry on the base model comprises of four riding modes (Sport, Touring, Urban and Enduro), Ducati Wheelie Control, voyage control, cornering ABS, sans hands network and multi-level footing control. The new Multistrada likewise gains Vehicle Hold Power (VHC), which works with the ABS unit and goes about as an electro-water driven stopping brake. The framework initiates the back brake (for a time of 9.0sec, after which it naturally deactivates if unused) and keeps the bicycle from moving on a slanted surface. It will be extremely useful to the rider in precarious, tough riding conditions, especially, off the street. The Multistrada 1260 will contend with the Triumph Tiger 1200 and the BMW R 1200 GS, and is required to be estimated around Rs 17 to 18 lakh (ex-showroom).