Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour: Travel without Sacrificing Anything

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Ducati as one of the leading motorcycle manufacturers from Italy has a new Multistrada 1260 variant dubbed the Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour.

It is an adventure motorbike whose production is based on the Multistrada 1260 S model with a few cosmetic changes and enhancements so that it can be a comfortable companion while doing long-distance traveling.

This particular model gets a Ducati Touring Package which includes the middle standard, panniers, and seats with the Grand Tour logo.

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To increase driving comfort, the Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour is equipped with a taller windshield, LED fog lights, heated grips, hands-free petrol cap, and TPMS or Tire Pressure Monitoring System sensors as tire pressure monitoring systems that can be seen on the instrument panel.

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In terms of appearance, the Grand Tour motorbike is decorated with a combination of matt gray sandstone and Ducati red on the wheels and frame. While graphics 1260 S on the side body with a large size is one of its appeals.

To be capable while traveling long distances, the Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour uses a 1,262 cc Testastretta DVT 2-cylinder engine.

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The power generated from the engine is clocked at 158 hp at 9,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 129 Nm at 7,500 rpm, the power output is generated from the Ride by Wire system and the Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU).

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So that riders do not get tired and comfortable, Ducati provides them with the Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up & down feature. This feature makes le the rider accelerate without the need to pull the clutch.

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Other electronic features include ABS Cornering, the Cornering Lights (DCL) incorporated in the full-LED headlight assembly, and Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC).

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The DWC and DTC systems consist of 8 level options and are easy to operate. Besides, there is standard equipment including Vehicle Hold Control (VHC) and a semi-active Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS) Evolution System.

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Ducati plans to debut the Multistrada 1260 S Grand Tour to the European market in early 2020 and is expected to be launched for the global market in summer 2020.