2019 DUCATI MULTISTRADA ENDURO 1260
FIRST IMPRESSION
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most aggressive of the four preset
mappings. Here, you get the full
158 peak horsepower of the Multi,
while less intrusive DTC and DWC
settings offer peppier acceleration
off the corners in a way that says,
"I'm not going to spit you off, but
here comes a fun time." The next
step down, Touring mode, works
as it should by smoothing out
power for more leisurely riding.
I'm skimming past that bit
because, honestly, the Multi
Enduro's engine is most impres-
sive in the dirt. There's a lot that
makes me feel this way, like the
adventuring-specific Enduro
riding mode, which allows for
three adjustable power settings.
I chose to stay in the Medium
setting, where I felt confident
using the engine's grunt to loft my
front wheel over obstacles, while
still being gentle enough to feel in
control at all times.
Granted, all power settings in
the Enduro riding mode limit peak
power to just 100 horsepower.
But really, do you need any more
than that? Stalling the Enduro is
nearly impossible, the big L-twin
engine smoothly lugs its way
around at revs lower than 2,500
The Multistrada Enduro
1260 is said to be hitting
U.S. dealers in February
of 2019, and will only be
available in the Desert
Sand colorway as shown.
(Left) Despite
the increase in
displacement, the
1262cc Testastretta DVT
isn't about horsepower,
but accessibility to
riders of all skill levels,
in all conditions. (Right)
Ducati fitted the Multi
Enduro with a set of
Brembo 4.32 Monoblock
calipers to help slow its
speed, which offer good
feel and stopping power
both on and off-road.
