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2023 Ducati Diavel V4 | First Look Review

2023 Ducati Diavel

The Ducati Diavel has seen some dramatic evolutions since the power cruiser was introduced in 2011. The Diavel originally featured a 1198cc Testastretta L-twin that made a claimed 162 hp. In 2016, Ducati introduced the XDiavel, with more conventional cruiser styling and ergonomics and a new 1,262cc Testastretta L-twin offering more low-end torque, and in 2019, Ducati released the best-of-both-worlds Diavel 1260.

Related Story: 2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S | First Ride Review

This year, Ducati is changing the Diavel game again with the introduction of the 2023 Ducati Diavel V4, featuring the 1,158cc V4 Granturismo engine making a claimed 168 hp and 93 lb-ft of torque.

Ducati says the V4 Granturismo is “the ideal engine for a muscle cruiser, capable of combining linear power at lower revs with vigorous torque throughout the rev range,” adding that the Diavel V4 should appear to a wide variety of riders, “from the sports enthusiast looking for a more comfortable and stylish bike to those looking to ride in an urban and relaxed setting to the lover of performance and drag racing iconography.”

2023 Ducati Diavel
2023 Ducati Diavel in Thrilling Black

From a visual standpoint, the Diavel V4 continues to offer the mix of conventional yet still muscular styling characteristic of the 2011 bike. Ducati says the bike was inspired by the look of muscle cars and superhero aesthetics and results in a style reminiscent of “an athlete ready to sprint off the starting blocks, with all the masses concentrated on the front and an agile, streamlined tail.”

2023 Ducati Diavel V4 Engine

The V4 Granturismo engine is a central element of the Diavel V4’s design. Ducati says this technical choice simultaneously improves performance, dynamics, and riding pleasure as a result of a counter-rotating crankshaft, which reduces the gyroscopic effect while increasing the bike’s agility. The light and compact V4 Granturismo derives from the Desmosedici Stradale of Panigale and Streetfighter V4.

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The V4 Granturismo is also characterized by low operating costs, with major maintenance at 37,000-mile intervals, and is efficient in fuel consumption and emissions due to the extended cylinder deactivation system. This feature allows the engine to operate as either a two-cylinder or four-cylinder by shutting off the rear bank not only when the vehicle is stationary but also while riding at low engine speeds under reduced engine load.

2023 Ducati Diavel

2023 Ducati Diavel V4 Chassis and Ergonomics

Compared with the Diavel 1260 S, the 2023 Diavel V4 has shaved 28.6 lb off the curb weight for a total dry weight of 491.6 lb.

The Diavel V4 has an inverted 50mm fork and a cantilever-pattern shock absorber, both fully adjustable. Travel has been increased by 0.6 inch over the outgoing model. The supersport-like braking system features 330mm discs and Brembo Stylema calipers.

2023 Ducati Diavel

The bike has a wide and low seat (31.1 inch), central footpegs, and a high handlebar set 0.78 inch closer than on the Diavel 1260, and passengers ride on a spacious seat, footrests that retract under the tail, and a telescoping rear grab bar. With the retractable aspects of footrests and the grab bar, the easily installed standard passenger seat allows the Diavel V4 to be transformed from a two-seater to a single-seater with minimal effort.

2023 Ducati Diavel

2023 Ducati Diavel V4 Electronics

The Diavel V4 comes with three power modes and four ride modes: Sport, Touring, Urban, and the new Wet mode, designed for low-traction surfaces. Riding aid systems include a 6-axis IMU, Ducati Traction Control in Cornering version, ABS Cornering, and Ducati Wheelie Control, as well as Cruise Control, Launch Control, and Ducati Quick Shift.

2023 Ducati Diavel

All the electronic systems are managed through backlit controls on the handlebar and the new 5-inch color TFT display, which also offers Bluetooth connectivity to pair your smartphone for calling, text messaging, and music. An optional turn-by-turn navigation system is also available.

2023 Ducati Diavel

Other options include semi-rigid cases with 48 liters of capacity, a passenger backrest, and a touring windscreen. Billet parts, carbon parts, dry clutch (for racing use only), forged wheels, and red or black brake calipers further expand the possibility of customizing the new Diavel V4. The 2023 Diavel V4 will be offered in classic Ducati Red or Thrilling Black and will be available in U.S. and Canadian dealerships beginning in Spring 2023.

2023 Ducati Diavel
2023 Ducati Diavel in Ducati Red

Pricing will begin at an MSRP of $26,695 in Ducati Red color or $26,995 for Thrilling Black.

More information available at the Ducati website.

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Niken and Diavel score Red Dot Design honour

The three-wheeled Yamaha Niken and the Ducati Diavel 1260 power cruiser have won Best of the Best awards at the prestigious annual Red Dot Design Awards in Germany.

It is the third Best of the Best award for Yamaha following honours for the XSR900 in 2017 and MT-07 in 2015.

Yamaha Niken three-wheeler neowing
Niken

Ducati has also scored three “Best” wins, following the successes of the 1199 Panigale in 2013 and the XDiavel S in 2016.

Red Dot Ducati Diavel 1260
Diavel 1260

Each year since 1955, the “Red Dot Design Award” has been assigned to the most original and worthy entries in terms of design and innovation.

A jury of 40 international design experts made their selections after evaluating more than 5500 products in a host of categories.

Winners are permitted to display a prestigious Red Dot label on their product.

The other winners of the Best of the Best awards in the automotive section were the Mazda3 and the Ferrari Monza SP1.

Red Dot Ferrari Monza SP1
Ferrari Monza SP1

There are awards in 36 categories including, furniture, watches, electronics, financial services and retail.

Red Dot awards are handed out to many of the entries, but only the cream of the crop receive a Best of the Best.

Companies use the distinction to position their brands and thus highlight their quality and design leadership around the globe.

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com

2019 Ducati Diavel and new Diavel S get DVT 1262 engine

2019 Ducati Diavel

2019 Ducati Diavel S

Fully-adjustable Ohlins for new Diavel S


Ducati’s Diavel launched at EICMA in 2010 to a great reception. Ducati took low slung, almost cruiser like styling and ergonomics, into a chassis with big power, great suspension and pretty good handling. For 2019 Ducati fits its up-spec Testastretta DVT 1262 engine to both the standard and new S editions.

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

The Testastretta DVT 1262 engine combines strong acceleration with smooth low-rev power delivery. This engine has already made a previous appearance on the Diavel platform in the XDiavel but now boasts more grunt for 2019.

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

An upgraded chassis set-up aims to make the Diavel 1260 more responsive on mixed-road routes – ideal for many Australian roads – while performance, braking and electronics provide performance akin to something much more sporting, including Bosch Cornering ABS.

Ducati Diavel
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260

Naturally comfort levels for rider and passenger remain a strong focus with an upright riding position and a large, generously padded seat.

1260 Ducati Testastretta DVT

The heart of the new Diavel 1260 is the 1262cc Ducati Testastretta DVT engine with variable cam timing. Already featured in the XDiavel, it has now been upgraded to output 159 hp (117 kW) at 9500rpm and 129 Nm (13.1 kgm) at 7500 rpm, providing good pulling power right from the low-medium rev range.

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

The variable timing system acts continuously on the intake and exhaust camshafts, meaning the engine adjusts power delivery to suit riding conditions, with smooth delivery at low revs, and sporty performance at high revs.

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S
Power cruiser ergonomics & style

The riding position and ‘power cruiser’ ergonomics so popular with first-generation Diavelisti remain unchanged, however the new Diavel sports a prominent new tubular steel Trellis frame.

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

Anchored to the frame is an aluminium swingarm, designed to give cornering agility, feel and easy riding, while the rear wheel is shod in a wide 240 mm hoop – a Diavel hallmark.

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

Sophisticated electronics include the 6-axis Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit (6D IMU) which instantaneously detects bike speed and acceleration and is crucial to the many electronics systems on the Diavel 1260. These systems includes Bosch Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control EVO, Ducati Wheelie Control EVO, Ducati Power Launch EVO and Cruise Control.

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

The Diavel 1260 will be available in Sandstone Grey with a black frame.

Diavel 1260 S

A sportier S version of the Diavel 1260 will also available, featuring fully adjustable Öhlins suspension at both ends, dedicated wheels and an up-spec braking system.

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

Compared to the standard Diavel the 1260 S boasts radially mounted Brembo monobloc four-piston M50 callipers and a PR16/19 radial master-cylinder. The upspec suspension is a 48mm Öhlins adjustable USD fork with TiN treatment, while the rear is a Öhlins fully adjustable monoshock. The custom wheels are machined but share the same dimensions as those found on the standard.

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

The S version also mounts the Ducati Quick Shift up & down EVO system as standard to allow clutchless shifting.

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

The Diavel S offers two livery options: Thrilling Black & Dark Stealth (motorcycle surfaces feature two contrasting blacks with different finishes, with red frame) and Sandstone Grey (with black frame).

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S
Diavel multimedia

This new Diavel 1260 is also compatible with the Ducati Link App: this lets riders set ‘journey mode’ (a combination of Load Mode and Riding Mode) and personalise the parameters of each individual Riding Mode (ABS, Ducati Traction Control, etc.) in a user-friendly manner via their smartphones. This App also provides comprehensive maintenance deadline info, a user manual and a Ducati Store locator.

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 dash

Furthermore, the Ducati Link App lets riders record performance and routes so they can share their new Diavel experiences with the Ducatisti community.

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

Ducati Diavel S Specs
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 & Diavel 1260 S Specifications

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S – Cruise control on the switchblock

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S – Sculpted fuel tank

Ducati Diavel S
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S