For a machine weighing the best
part of 580 pounds (curb weight is a
claimed 573 pounds), the Multistrada
V4 Rally is exceptionally easy to ride
off road. The weight is centered almost
perfectly for slow-speed maneuvering,
and it'll munch hill ascents for breakfast
with all that horsepower on tap.
Part of the reason for this in
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creased off-road capability lies in the
new suspension. Marzocchi's semi-
suspension, reducing the Ducati Traction
Control intervention, and deactivating the
Ducati Wheelie Control. This allows you to
wheelie over the logs and rocks you'll en
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counter on the trail.
The Colorado ride is the first time I'm
consciously switching between tarmac and
off-road modes at the first sight of dirt. It's
exceptionally easy to do via the switch on
the left handlebar and transforms the Rally's
behavior, making it a massive dirt bike that
can take advantage of the factory-homolo
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gated Pirelli Scorpion Rally tires.
(Left) The
passenger seat
area has been
increased and
more leg room is
on offer with the
Rally. (Below)
Underbody
protection comes
in the form of a
reinforced
sump guard.
RIDE REVIEW I 2023 DUCATI MULTISTRADA V4 RALLY
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(Right) New screen with wider flanks
makes for a comfier ride. The radar
cruise control system is visible
between the headlights. (Below)
Brushed aluminum side panels ensure
you don't want to drop this thing.
