Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak 2027: a new livery enhances its sportbike look

• The Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak now features a striking new livery inspired by the Desmosedici GP and Panigale V4 R of the factory teams, designed by Centro Stile Ducati in collaboration with Drudi Performance.

SUNNYVALE, CA – September 24, 2026 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – In its Centenary year, Ducati unveils a new livery for the Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, inspired by the Desmosedici GP and Panigale V4 R machines raced by the official Ducati teams in the MotoGP and Superbike World Championships.

The V4 Pikes Peak is the Multistrada that celebrates success in the legendary hill climb event, and it descends directly from the original Multistrada 1200 concept. It is a high-performance crossover featuring the heart of a Ducati Superbike, 17-inch wheels, a single-sided swingarm, long-travel sports suspension, protective bodywork, and an ergonomic riding position—plus the ability to mount luggage—making it suitable for touring as well.

The Pikes Peak’s sporty nature is now reinforced by an even stronger link to the official race bikes from Borgo Panigale. The exclusive livery, created by the Centro Stile Ducati in collaboration with Drudi Performance, blends distinctive elements from Ducati’s MotoGP and Superbike machines into a design that highlights its racing character. The color combinations and surface treatments echo Ducati’s racing aesthetic, creating a powerful sense of movement across the entire bike. The result is a modern, dynamic and instantly recognizable graphic scheme that expresses the model’s racing DNA in every detail.

To further highlight its innate sportiness, the Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak features numerous carbon-fiber components and a street-legal titanium Akrapovič silencer. Other distinctive aesthetic features include a low smoked windscreen, unmistakable gold anodizing on the Öhlins fork sliders, a seat featuring the V4 logo and the Ducati Corse badge applied to the “beak.”

Sporting DNA

The V4 Pikes Peak is the Ducati designed for those who love the more dynamic side of the Multistrada—enjoying its performance on winding mountain passes and captivated by the allure of the single-sided swingarm and the precision of 17-inch wheels with lightweight forged rims. It is the Multistrada for enthusiasts seeking a crossover that offers an exhilarating ride while remaining elegant and comfortable.

To this end, the model’s chassis is built around a 17-inch front wheel to ensure great precision and responsiveness for the rider. The bike is equipped with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV sport-touring tires (120/70 front and 190/55-17 rear) and features five-spoke forged aluminum wheels.

Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 suspension supports sporty riding while offering greater touring comfort. The system uses “event-based” logic—similar to the Panigale V4 S and Streetfighter V4 S—and self-adjusts to the specific riding phase. Finally, the Electronic Combined Braking System offers a front-to-rear strategy that engages the rear brake even when only the front brake control is used.

The 1,158 cc V4 Granturismo engine delivers 170-hp at 10,750 rpm and 91 ft-lb at 9,000 rpm, with a particularly linear torque curve for a smooth, progressive response across all rev ranges. Thanks to the counter-rotating crankshaft – derived from Ducati Corse’s experience in MotoGP – which works ‘against’ the gyroscopic inertia of the wheels, the engine helps to improve the V4 Pikes Peak’s handling, making sporty riding even more enjoyable.

The Race Riding Mode highlights this version’s sporty nature. The Race map introduces a racing-style strategy for the rev limiter; it intervenes more gradually than on the standard Multistrada V4, alerting the rider earlier and allowing for more effective gear shifting in the upper rev range. The quickshifter features dedicated calibration that enables highly aggressive downshifting, complemented by an even more direct throttle response in High Power Mode.

Ergonomics

The Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak features ergonomics designed to maximize control and optimize lean angles. The riding position differs from the Multistrada V4, with footpegs positioned higher and further back to increase maximum lean angle and facilitate body movement. At the same time, the handlebar is lower, narrower, and features a flatter bend. This ergonomic combination delivers a better feel during sporty riding while still maintaining a good level of comfort.

Safety and technology

The Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak retains the advanced electronic package of the Multistrada V4 S, including—among other features—standard front and rear radar technology that enables Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Blind Spot Detection (BSD), as well as the introduction of Forward Collision Warning.

The Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak is also designed to let Ducatisti travel without limits and with complete peace of mind, thanks to industry-leading service intervals (valve clearance checks every 37,000 miles) and Roadside Assistance programs.

Availability

2027 Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak models are already available in dealerships. This new livery will be available starting March 2027. North American models come standard with black wheels; red wheels are available as an accessory.

Full details and images of the new Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak are available on Ducati Media House.

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Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak

• Color schemes
  • “Pikes Peak” livery with five-spoke forged wheels.

• Main standard equipment
  • 1,158 cc Ducati V4 Granturismo engine with 37,000 miles valve clearance check interval and Extended Cylinder Deactivation
  • Aluminum monocoque frame, steel tube subframe and aluminum single-sided swingarm
  • Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 “event-based” semi-active electronic suspension; 170 mm wheel travel (front and rear)
  • 17” forged aluminum Marchesini wheels with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires (120/70 ZR17 front, 190/55 ZR17 rear)
  • Bosch-Brembo ABS 10.3ME Cornering braking system
  • Dual 330 mm diameter front discs, Brembo Stylema® radial calipers
  • 280 mm x 6 mm rear disc with progressive linkage actuation
  • Full-LED headlight with DRL and Ducati Cornering Lights (DCL)
  • Dashboard with 6.5” full-color TFT screen
  • Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)
  • 4 Power Modes
  • 5 Riding Modes (Race, Sport, Touring, Urban, Wet)
  • Ducati Vehicle Observer (DVO)
  • Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC)
  • Ducati Traction Control (DTC)
  • Engine Brake Control (EBC)
  • Hands-Free ignition
  • Ducati Connect with phone, music and map navigation apps
  • Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) Up & Down
  • Cruise Control
  • Vehicle Hold Control (VHC)
  • Ducati Brake Light EVO
  • Carbon fiber front mudguard
  • Carbon fiber front beak
  • Homologated Akrapovič silencer

Source: Ducati Motor Holding SpA

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