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2023 Ducati Diavel 1260 S
2023 Ducati Diavel 1260 S

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Ducati
Ducati
Model Year
2023
2023
Model
Diavel 1260 S
Diavel 1260 S
Model Code
DVL1260S
DVL1260S
Color
Dark Stealth
Dark Stealth

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front - 2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, Radially mounted Brembo monobloc 4-piston M50 callipers, PR16/19 radial master cylinder, Bosch Cornering ABS Evo.

Rear - Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS

Front - 2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, Radially mounted Brembo monobloc 4-piston M50 callipers, PR16/19 radial master cylinder, Bosch Cornering ABS Evo.

Rear - Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS

Wheels

Front - Light alloy casted and machined 3.5 x 17 in.

Rear - Light alloy casted and machined 8 x 17 in.

Front - Light alloy casted and machined 3.5 x 17 in.

Rear - Light alloy casted and machined 8 x 17 in.

Tires

Front - Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 120 / 70 ZR17

Rear - Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 240 / 45 ZR17

Front - Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 120 / 70 ZR17

Rear - Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 240 / 45 ZR17

Dimensions

Weight

Dry - 487 lb. (221 kg)

Kerb - 544 lb. (247 kg)

Wet (No fuel) - 514 lb. (233 kg)

Dry - 487 lb. (221 kg)

Kerb - 544 lb. (247 kg)

Wet (No fuel) - 514 lb. (233 kg)

Wheelbase
63 in. (1,600 mm)
63 in. (1,600 mm)
Seat Height
30.7 in. (780 mm)
30.7 in. (780 mm)

Drivetrain

Transmission
Gearbox - 6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift up / down Evo (DQS)
Gearbox - 6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift up / down Evo (DQS)
Primary Drive
Straight cut gears, ratio 1.84:1
Straight cut gears, ratio 1.84:1
Final Drive
Chain, front sprocket Z15, rear sprocket Z43
Chain, front sprocket Z15, rear sprocket Z43

Electrical

Instrumentation
3.5 in. TFT color display and dedicated warning light display
3.5 in. TFT color display and dedicated warning light display
Lighting
Full LED lighting system, Daytime Running Light
Full LED lighting system, Daytime Running Light
Advanced Electronics

Safety Equipment - Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control

Standard Equipment - Ducati Power Launch, Ducati Multimedia System

Safety Equipment - Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control

Standard Equipment - Ducati Power Launch, Ducati Multimedia System

Engine

Engine
Testastretta DVT 1262, V2 - 90°, 4 valves per cylinder, Desmodromic Variable Timing, Dual Spark
Testastretta DVT 1262, V2 - 90°, 4 valves per cylinder, Desmodromic Variable Timing, Dual Spark
Cooling
Liquid
Liquid
Horsepower
157 hp (116 kW) @ 9,250 rpm
157 hp (116 kW) @ 9,250 rpm
Displacement
1,262 cc (77 ci.)
1,262 cc (77 ci.)
Bore x Stroke
106 x 71.5 mm
106 x 71.5 mm
Torque
95 ft. lb., 13.1 kgm (129 Nm) @ 7,500 rpm
95 ft. lb., 13.1 kgm (129 Nm) @ 7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
13.0:1
Gear Ratio

1st - 37/15

2nd - 30/17

3rd - 27/20

4th - 24/22

5th - 23/24

6th - 22/25

1st - 37/15

2nd - 30/17

3rd - 27/20

4th - 24/22

5th - 23/24

6th - 22/25

Clutch
Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate with hydraulic control
Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate with hydraulic control
Fuel System
Bosch electronic fuel injection system, Øeq 56 mm elliptical throttle bodies with Ride-by-Wire system.
Bosch electronic fuel injection system, Øeq 56 mm elliptical throttle bodies with Ride-by-Wire system.
Exhaust
Stainless steel pipes and single muffler with twin tail pipes, Catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes.
Stainless steel pipes and single muffler with twin tail pipes, Catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes.
Emissions

Only for countries where Euro 4 standard applies

CO2 - 129 g / km

Only for countries where Euro 4 standard applies

CO2 - 129 g / km

Fuel Capacity
4.5 US gal. (17 l)
4.5 US gal. (17 l)
MPG Rating
Consumption - 5.5 l / 100 km
Consumption - 5.5 l / 100 km

Operational

Frame
Tubular steel trellis
Tubular steel trellis
Front Suspension

Ø 48 mm Öhlins adjustable usd fork, TiN treatment.

Travel - 4.7 in. (120 mm)

Ø 48 mm Öhlins adjustable usd fork, TiN treatment.

Travel - 4.7 in. (120 mm)

Rear Suspension

Öhlins fully adjustable monoshock, Aluminum casted single-sided swingarm.

Travel - 5.1 in. (130 mm)

Öhlins fully adjustable monoshock, Aluminum casted single-sided swingarm.

Travel - 5.1 in. (130 mm)

Rake
27°
27°
Trail
4.7 in. (120 mm)
4.7 in. (120 mm)
Seat
2
2
Handlebars
Backlit switches
Backlit switches

Other

Additional Colors

Black / Steel

Dark Stealth

Ducati Red

Black / Steel

Dark Stealth

Ducati Red

Includes
Cruise control, Hands-free, Antitheft system
Cruise control, Hands-free, Antitheft system
Warranty

24 months, unlimited mileage

Valve clearance check (DesmoService) - 9,000 mi. (15,000 km) / 12 months

Valve clearance check - 18,000 mi. (30,000 km)

24 months, unlimited mileage

Valve clearance check (DesmoService) - 9,000 mi. (15,000 km) / 12 months

Valve clearance check - 18,000 mi. (30,000 km)

Features

Chassis

  • CHASSIS AND ERGONOMICS: The riding position, the low-seat “power cruiser” ergonomics, the high handlebar, and the central footpegs, very dear to the hearts of first-hour Diavel enthusiasts, did not change. What did change was the chassis. The new Diavel boasts a new trellis frame with well exposed steel tubes, matched with an aluminum swinging arm whose size was conceived to give this bike outstanding agility in the bends, a great feel and easy riding. The rear tire, 240 mm wide by 17” across, has always been a key distinctive sign of the Diavel. Thanks to the new chassis, it ensures outstanding handling and cornering angles, but also a great level of comfort for the rider and the passenger alike, mostly thanks to the upright position it allows, not to mention the generously padded seat.
  • SUSPENSIONS: The new Diavel 1260 features a fully adjustable, 50-mm diameter fork on the front. The compression adjuster and spring preload of the fork are on the left fork leg, while the extension adjuster is on the right leg. On the other hand, at the rear the Diavel 1260 has an adjustable mono-shock in the spring preload and in extension.
  • FRAME: The Diavel 1260 frame is a steel tube trellis using the engine as the key focus of the entire chassis set-up. The frame is fixed to the engine by the two cylinder heads, much like the cast aluminum rear subframe. The engine is also secured to two forged aluminum plates surrounding the cast aluminum single-sided swinging arm. The Diavel wheelbase has a size of 1,600 mm and, thanks to the nimble chassis and the possibility to reach a maximum cornering angle of 41°, guarantees Ducati level performance on mixed terrain. The steering head angle is 27°, the front end is 120 mm. Thus the Diavel 1260 setup makes the front end nimble and easy to handle, thus ensuring extreme user friendliness and a remarkable steering angle.
  • TIRES AND RIMS: The 10-spoke rims on the Diavel 1260 S feature an exclusive design and machine processed surface finishes.

Engine

  • TESTASTRETTA DVT 1262: The new Diavel 1260 is equipped with a twin cylinder, 1262 cc, desmodromic Ducati Testastretta DVT with a new architecture, translating to a sportier delivery, and chain final drive. Thanks to the Desmodromic Variable Timing (DVT), the engine delivers a very linear and sizeable torque at low rpm, with very sporty performance at higher rpm. The Testastretta DVT 1262 features characteristic bore and stroke measures at 106 x 71.5 mm, and a compression ratio of 13.0 : 1, delivering a maximum power of 159 hp at 9,500 rpm * and maximum torque of 129 Nm at 7,500 rpm. Fuel is delivered by a Bosch electronic injection system on elliptical throttle bodies having diameter equivalent to 56 mm, managed by a full Ride-by-Wire system. Moreover, the Diavel 1260 engine stands out for an extremely accurate design; thanks to the water pump being located in the cylinder V, the cooling system pipes are no longer positioned on the left side. Testastretta DVT 1262 is fitted with a Dual Spark (DS) system, i.e. two spark plugs for each cylinder head, which exploits a secondary air system that supplies cool air into the exhaust duct in order to complete the oxidisation of unburned hydrocarbons and reduce the level of polluting gasses (e.g. HC and CO) without affecting the performance levels. Maintenance intervals are expected to be every 15,000 km (or 12 months), while valve play must be checked every 30,000 km.
  • DUCATI QUICK SHIFT EVO (DQS): The new Diavel 1260 S comes standard with Ducati Quick Shift up&down (DQS), the system that lets you shift gear without using the clutch, which translates into superior riding pleasure and comfort, especially in urban routes. The system works both when upshifting, for full throttle racing accelerations, and downshifting, with the reduction being more fluid thanks to the "blipper" that harmonises the engine's revolutions with the rotation speed of the primary shaft to avoid jamming, all supported by a clutch with anti-hop system.
  • DESMODROMIC VARIABLE TIMING (DVT): Developed and fine-tuned by Ducati engineers, the DVT system optimizes performance and fluidity of delivery at all speed levels.
  • EXHAUST SYSTEM: The new Diavel 1260 exhaust is a two-tailpipe, chambered 2-in-1 unit. The exhaust pipes were designed to display the engine and the central body was placed before the rear wheel in order to be barely visible.

Equipment

  • CRUISE CONTROL AND HANDS-FREE: In order to ensure the highest riding comfort during trips, the Diavel 1260 is equipped with a Cruise Control system, handled by backlit controls on the handlebar. The new Diavel 1260 is fitted with a Hands Free system, whereby ignition can happen without a mechanical key. Just keep the electronic key in your pocket and move close to the bike. When you are about 1.5 metres away the bike will recognise the key code and allow ignition. At this point you can simply press the key-on button to turn on the instrument panel and then start the engine.
  • TFT DISPLAY: The Diavel 1260 instrument panel consists of a TFT screen with a separate indicator panel, located respectively over and below the handlebar. The instrument panel provides for four display modes. The Default mode only displays the basic elements with a particularly stylish design and is a new feature for Ducati. The other three, in turn, are the classic Track, Full and City displays matched with the Riding Modes. The Diavel 1260 is fitted with dedicated electrical boxes with red, backlit buttons. The Cruise Control function requires dedicated buttons in order to engage the system and adjust speed. In static conditions it is possible to access a setting menu through the left handlebar box in order to adjust various functions, including DTC, DWC and ABS. In either static or dynamic conditions, it is possible to switch Riding Mode, choosing between Sport, Touring and Urban. Moreover, the Diavel 1260 S is fitted with the Ducati Multimedia System (DMS): by connecting a smartphone to the instrument panel via bluetooth, it is possible to manage and display incoming calls and text messages, besides displaying all information concerning the current playlist.
  • FULL LED LIGHTS: The Diavel 1260 headlight was carefully conceived and is the product of a very focused design process. Both the front and rear lights are full LED, designed to ensure maximum lighting performance. The headlight automatically moves from the daylight to the night configuration thanks to a sensor on the instrument panel. Moreover, the Diavel 1260 S has the front headlight featuring the Daytime Running Light (DRL) system (where allowed). DRL is a specific daylight position lamp ensuring perfect bike visibility during the day; at the same time, thanks to its specific reversed horseshoe shape, makes the Diavel 1260 easy to spot also against the sunlight. The Diavel 1260 features the automatic switch-off function of LED turn indicators based on the leaning angle of the bike. Thanks to the use of the IMU inertial platform, the turn signals turn off after finishing the turn or after having travelled a certain distance.
  • DUCATI LINK APP: The Diavel 1260 is compatible with the new Ducati Link app, thanks to which it is possible to set the travel mode (combination of Load Mode and Riding Mode) and customize the parameters of each single Riding Mode (ABS, Ducati Traction Control, etc.) using your smartphone to personalize settings easily and intuitively. In addition, the app makes available information on maintenance schedules, the user manual and the Ducati Store locator. Finally, the Ducati Link App lets you record your performance and travel itineraries so you can share your experiences on the new Diavel with the community of Ducatistas who already use it.

Safety

  • BOSCH ABS CORNERING EVO: The new Diavel 1260 is equipped with the Brembo braking system and ABS Bosch 9.1MP control unit, an integral part of the Ducati Safety Pack (DSP) together with Traction Control.
  • DUCATI TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) EVO: Ducati Traction Control (DTC) is a system derived from racing which basically operating as a filter between the rider’s right hand and the rear tire.
  • DUCATI WHEELIE CONTROL EVO (DWC): Adjustable on eight levels, the system analyzes the position of the bike (wheelie) and consequently manages torque and power to guarantee maximum acceleration in safety without misalignments. Like the DTC, it has eight levels and has been incorporated in the Riding Modes.
  • DUCATI POWER LAUNCH EVO (DPL): The “Dragster” spirit of the Diavel 1260 is fully displayed thanks to the Ducati Power Launch Evo (DPL). This system ensures a very fast - and safe launch - thanks to the optimized management of the maximum available torque, with a DTC always active and a relentless control of the pitch angle as measured by IMU.

Chassis

  • CHASSIS AND ERGONOMICS: The riding position, the low-seat “power cruiser” ergonomics, the high handlebar, and the central footpegs, very dear to the hearts of first-hour Diavel enthusiasts, did not change. What did change was the chassis. The new Diavel boasts a new trellis frame with well exposed steel tubes, matched with an aluminum swinging arm whose size was conceived to give this bike outstanding agility in the bends, a great feel and easy riding. The rear tire, 240 mm wide by 17” across, has always been a key distinctive sign of the Diavel. Thanks to the new chassis, it ensures outstanding handling and cornering angles, but also a great level of comfort for the rider and the passenger alike, mostly thanks to the upright position it allows, not to mention the generously padded seat.
  • SUSPENSIONS: The new Diavel 1260 features a fully adjustable, 50-mm diameter fork on the front. The compression adjuster and spring preload of the fork are on the left fork leg, while the extension adjuster is on the right leg. On the other hand, at the rear the Diavel 1260 has an adjustable mono-shock in the spring preload and in extension.
  • FRAME: The Diavel 1260 frame is a steel tube trellis using the engine as the key focus of the entire chassis set-up. The frame is fixed to the engine by the two cylinder heads, much like the cast aluminum rear subframe. The engine is also secured to two forged aluminum plates surrounding the cast aluminum single-sided swinging arm. The Diavel wheelbase has a size of 1,600 mm and, thanks to the nimble chassis and the possibility to reach a maximum cornering angle of 41°, guarantees Ducati level performance on mixed terrain. The steering head angle is 27°, the front end is 120 mm. Thus the Diavel 1260 setup makes the front end nimble and easy to handle, thus ensuring extreme user friendliness and a remarkable steering angle.
  • TIRES AND RIMS: The 10-spoke rims on the Diavel 1260 S feature an exclusive design and machine processed surface finishes.

Engine

  • TESTASTRETTA DVT 1262: The new Diavel 1260 is equipped with a twin cylinder, 1262 cc, desmodromic Ducati Testastretta DVT with a new architecture, translating to a sportier delivery, and chain final drive. Thanks to the Desmodromic Variable Timing (DVT), the engine delivers a very linear and sizeable torque at low rpm, with very sporty performance at higher rpm. The Testastretta DVT 1262 features characteristic bore and stroke measures at 106 x 71.5 mm, and a compression ratio of 13.0 : 1, delivering a maximum power of 159 hp at 9,500 rpm * and maximum torque of 129 Nm at 7,500 rpm. Fuel is delivered by a Bosch electronic injection system on elliptical throttle bodies having diameter equivalent to 56 mm, managed by a full Ride-by-Wire system. Moreover, the Diavel 1260 engine stands out for an extremely accurate design; thanks to the water pump being located in the cylinder V, the cooling system pipes are no longer positioned on the left side. Testastretta DVT 1262 is fitted with a Dual Spark (DS) system, i.e. two spark plugs for each cylinder head, which exploits a secondary air system that supplies cool air into the exhaust duct in order to complete the oxidisation of unburned hydrocarbons and reduce the level of polluting gasses (e.g. HC and CO) without affecting the performance levels. Maintenance intervals are expected to be every 15,000 km (or 12 months), while valve play must be checked every 30,000 km.
  • DUCATI QUICK SHIFT EVO (DQS): The new Diavel 1260 S comes standard with Ducati Quick Shift up&down (DQS), the system that lets you shift gear without using the clutch, which translates into superior riding pleasure and comfort, especially in urban routes. The system works both when upshifting, for full throttle racing accelerations, and downshifting, with the reduction being more fluid thanks to the "blipper" that harmonises the engine's revolutions with the rotation speed of the primary shaft to avoid jamming, all supported by a clutch with anti-hop system.
  • DESMODROMIC VARIABLE TIMING (DVT): Developed and fine-tuned by Ducati engineers, the DVT system optimizes performance and fluidity of delivery at all speed levels.
  • EXHAUST SYSTEM: The new Diavel 1260 exhaust is a two-tailpipe, chambered 2-in-1 unit. The exhaust pipes were designed to display the engine and the central body was placed before the rear wheel in order to be barely visible.

Equipment

  • CRUISE CONTROL AND HANDS-FREE: In order to ensure the highest riding comfort during trips, the Diavel 1260 is equipped with a Cruise Control system, handled by backlit controls on the handlebar. The new Diavel 1260 is fitted with a Hands Free system, whereby ignition can happen without a mechanical key. Just keep the electronic key in your pocket and move close to the bike. When you are about 1.5 metres away the bike will recognise the key code and allow ignition. At this point you can simply press the key-on button to turn on the instrument panel and then start the engine.
  • TFT DISPLAY: The Diavel 1260 instrument panel consists of a TFT screen with a separate indicator panel, located respectively over and below the handlebar. The instrument panel provides for four display modes. The Default mode only displays the basic elements with a particularly stylish design and is a new feature for Ducati. The other three, in turn, are the classic Track, Full and City displays matched with the Riding Modes. The Diavel 1260 is fitted with dedicated electrical boxes with red, backlit buttons. The Cruise Control function requires dedicated buttons in order to engage the system and adjust speed. In static conditions it is possible to access a setting menu through the left handlebar box in order to adjust various functions, including DTC, DWC and ABS. In either static or dynamic conditions, it is possible to switch Riding Mode, choosing between Sport, Touring and Urban. Moreover, the Diavel 1260 S is fitted with the Ducati Multimedia System (DMS): by connecting a smartphone to the instrument panel via bluetooth, it is possible to manage and display incoming calls and text messages, besides displaying all information concerning the current playlist.
  • FULL LED LIGHTS: The Diavel 1260 headlight was carefully conceived and is the product of a very focused design process. Both the front and rear lights are full LED, designed to ensure maximum lighting performance. The headlight automatically moves from the daylight to the night configuration thanks to a sensor on the instrument panel. Moreover, the Diavel 1260 S has the front headlight featuring the Daytime Running Light (DRL) system (where allowed). DRL is a specific daylight position lamp ensuring perfect bike visibility during the day; at the same time, thanks to its specific reversed horseshoe shape, makes the Diavel 1260 easy to spot also against the sunlight. The Diavel 1260 features the automatic switch-off function of LED turn indicators based on the leaning angle of the bike. Thanks to the use of the IMU inertial platform, the turn signals turn off after finishing the turn or after having travelled a certain distance.
  • DUCATI LINK APP: The Diavel 1260 is compatible with the new Ducati Link app, thanks to which it is possible to set the travel mode (combination of Load Mode and Riding Mode) and customize the parameters of each single Riding Mode (ABS, Ducati Traction Control, etc.) using your smartphone to personalize settings easily and intuitively. In addition, the app makes available information on maintenance schedules, the user manual and the Ducati Store locator. Finally, the Ducati Link App lets you record your performance and travel itineraries so you can share your experiences on the new Diavel with the community of Ducatistas who already use it.

Safety

  • BOSCH ABS CORNERING EVO: The new Diavel 1260 is equipped with the Brembo braking system and ABS Bosch 9.1MP control unit, an integral part of the Ducati Safety Pack (DSP) together with Traction Control.
  • DUCATI TRACTION CONTROL (DTC) EVO: Ducati Traction Control (DTC) is a system derived from racing which basically operating as a filter between the rider’s right hand and the rear tire.
  • DUCATI WHEELIE CONTROL EVO (DWC): Adjustable on eight levels, the system analyzes the position of the bike (wheelie) and consequently manages torque and power to guarantee maximum acceleration in safety without misalignments. Like the DTC, it has eight levels and has been incorporated in the Riding Modes.
  • DUCATI POWER LAUNCH EVO (DPL): The “Dragster” spirit of the Diavel 1260 is fully displayed thanks to the Ducati Power Launch Evo (DPL). This system ensures a very fast - and safe launch - thanks to the optimized management of the maximum available torque, with a DTC always active and a relentless control of the pitch angle as measured by IMU.