2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 showcased by Next Bike – RM119,999 for the 1200 and RM135,999 for the 1200 S

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The 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 and 1200 S were showcased at the Next Bike showroom in Petaling Jaya on February 19. Evolving from the original Multistrada 1100, the new-generation Multistrada 1200 features the latest Testastretta DVT (Desmodromic Variable Timing) engine which has independent control of the intake and exhaust camshafts.

Of special note is the valve clearance interval for the 2016 Multistrada, which has now been bumped up to 30,000 km, from 24,000 km previously. The oil service interval is 7,500 km, up from 6,000 km, which was confirmed by Mathan Kumar, head of service for Next Bike. Ducati has recommended that Malaysian bikes have a shorter interval instead of the 15,000 kms between oil changes that European Multistradas get.

This multi-purpose styled machine is intended for all types of riding, from sport riding, to touring to cruising, but it’s real forte is high-speed on the highways and back roads. The DVT system is designed to optimise performance throughout the engine rev range, enabling power high up in the rev range, and low-end torque and smaller throttle openings, all the while with fuelling optimised and in compliance with Euro Four. This gives the Multistrada 1200 160 hp and 136 Nm torque.

An Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) measures the 2016 Multistrada’s roll, yaw and pitch. This information is fed into the engine management unit and hence to the ABS, allowing for controlled braking even when heeled over in corners without having the tyres lose traction.

Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) corrects front wheel lift to ensure maximum grip and acceleration and grip, and can be disabled for maximum fun. The 1200 S also gets Ducati’s “Skyhook” active suspension, which keeps both wheels planted firmly.

Both multi-purpose machines come with cruise control and ABS as standard, and the 1200 S has the added functionality of Bluetooth, that lets the rider connect a smartphone to the bike’s systems. Data such as ride information, and routes is recorded, and can be later uploaded to the internet and social media.

The 1200 S also comes with cornering lights that are activated when the bikes senses the rider leaning into a corner and a multi-colour LCD display. Ferrari had a hand in the development of the Multistrada’s electronics, leveraging on the partnership between the two companies that race in rosso red.

Available in Ducati racing red, the 2016 Multistrada 1200 and 1200 S are currently available for sale. The Multistrada 1200 retails for RM119,999 on-the-road including GST and excluding insurance, while the 1200 S sets the owner back RM135,999 on-the-road with GST and excluding insurance.

In an exclusive aside, an internal source from Ducati Malaysia informed paultan.org that six new models were expected in Malaysia by the third quarter. These are the 2016 Hypermotard and Hyperstrada 939, the Panigale 959, the Multistrada Enduro and the Scrambler 400.

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Mohan K Ramanujam

Coming with diverse and extensive experience in heavy engineering, Mohan enjoys making anything with wheels go fast, especially motorcycles. His weapon of choice is the Desmoquattro engine, and he has a penchant for anything with a dash of Italian design. Strangely enough, he insists he's a slow rider.

 

Comments

  • kumaka on Feb 19, 2016 at 11:20 pm

    syukurlah motorbike in malaysia is still cheap…

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    • Songlap Songlap Malaysia on Feb 20, 2016 at 11:44 am

      According to EPF statistics, 78% of Malaysians earn RM1200 and below. We are one of the lowest paid countries in the world. Our GDP per capita is one of the lowest because of Songlapping. Singapore GDP per capita is 5x more than us and they are 2nd highest in the world.

      If we earn RM5000, the same per, same job in Singapore, pays Rm25,000 in Singapore.

      Malaysians can only dream of this Ducati luxury. You can thank your Malaysian Government for songlapping. There are many RM2.6 bil songlapping going on past 30 years.

      that is why, Malaysia got no money to pay its onw rakyat enough. Have to call 1.5 million bangla who is willing to take RM900 per month.

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      • If u get low pay, u can thank ur bos for taking advantage of u, and u can thank urself for being taken advantage of and not improving urself to EARN the higher pay u want.
        Malaysians still dreaming of easy opis work with high pay and no stress.

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  • Really excited for the Enduro & Scrambler Sixty2

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  • TRD16 on Feb 20, 2016 at 1:24 am

    Hand build in your little brother country Siam. Too pricy, too heavy, get monster795.

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  • Ducati on Feb 20, 2016 at 8:32 am

    I was hoping to read the difference between the base spec vs the S spec multistrada.

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    • Ootai on Feb 20, 2016 at 10:56 pm

      With S ‘skyhook’, if it rains, the bike will still get planted?? If it rains cats & dogs, then the thrill is gone.

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  • Nice if you have 100k plus burning in your pocket having already taken care of other obligations in life plus chipping in a bit for the much less fortunate …otherwise … it’s … move along and dream on I guess.

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