2011 Ducati Diavel vs 2012 Honda VT1300CX

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2011 Ducati Diavel 2011 Ducati Diavel

Custom / cruiser

Engine
Four stroke, 90° °L° twin cylinder, DOHC, desmodromic 4 valves per cylinder.
Power
119 kW / 162 hp / @ 9500rpm
Top Speed
252.4 km/h / 156.8 mph
Weight
239 kg / 527lbs
2012 Honda VT1300CX 2012 Honda VT1300CX

Custom / cruiser

Engine
V2, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
610.7 pounds
Full Specifications
General
Year2011-
Colours-Blue, black
Make ModelDucati Diavel-
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (mm)-126 mm
Ground Clearance (in.)-5.0 inches
Seat Height770 mm / 30.3in678 mm / 26.7 in.
Wheelbase1590 mm / 62.6 in1,805 mm / 71.1 in.
Height1192 mm / 46.9 in1,150 mm / 45.3 in.
Length2235 mm / 87.9 in2,575 mm / 101.4 in.
Width860 mm / 33.8 in900 mm / 35.4 in.
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight210 Kg / 463 lbs303 kg / 668.0 lbs
Fuel Capacity17 Litres / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal20.30 litres / 5.36 gallons
Wet Weight239 kg / 527lbs277.0 kg / 610.7 lbs
Performance
Top Speed252.4 km/h / 156.8 mph-
Max Power119 kW / 162 hp / @ 9500rpm-
Max Torque127.5 Nm / 13.0 kgf-m / 94 lb-ft / @ 8000rpm107.00 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 78.9 ft.lbs) @ 2250
Power-to-Weight Ratio-0.1881 HP/kg
Standing Start ¼ Mile10.7 sec-
Engine
Engine Type-V2, four-stroke
CO2-114.4 CO
Displacement (cc)-1312.00 cc
Displacement (ci)-80.06 cubic inches
Fuel Control-SOHC
Bore x Stroke (mm)-89.5 x 104.3 mm
Bore x Stroke (in,)-3.5 x 4.1 inches
Displacement1198.4 cc / 73.1 cu in-
Engine DetailFour stroke, 90° °L° twin cylinder, DOHC, desmodromic 4 valves per cylinder. 52° V-twin
Fuel System-Injection. PGM-FI with automatic enricher circuit
Bore x Stroke106 x 67.9 mm-
Compression Ratio11.5:19.2:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooled-
Emissions-Meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) and EPA standards.
ExhaustLightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin aluminium mufflers-
Fuel Consumption5.2 L/100 km / 19.4 km/l / 45.6 US mpg / 54.8 Imp mpg4.93 litres/100 km (20.3 km/l or 47.71 mpg)
Fuel InductionMitsubishi electronic fuel injection system, Mikuni elliptical throttle bodies with RbW-
IgnitionMarelli electronicDigital with 3-dimensional mapping, 2 sparks per cylinder?
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System-4
Drivetrain
ClutchLight action, wet, multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run.Electronic Dual Clutch
Final DriveChain Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 43Shaft drive (cardan)
Gear Ratios1st 37/15 / 2nd 30/17 / 3rd 27/20 / 4th24/22 / 5th 23/24 / 6th 22/25-
Gearbox-5-speed
Primary Drive-Shaft
Transmission / Drive6 Speed -
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel Trellis frame-
Suspension - FrontMarzocchi 50mm fully adjustable USD forks45mm telescopic fork with 130mm stroke and 102.4mm axle travel?
Suspension - RearProgressive linkage with fully adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm,Monoshock with adjustable rebound damping and 35-position spring preload adjustability, 95mm axle travel?
Rake28°25.0°
Steering Angle70°-
Trail-101 mm / 4.0 in.
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.72 in119 mm / 4.7 in.
Wheel Travel - Rear120 mm / 4.72 in130 mm / 5.1 in.
Electrical Systems
InstrumentationTank mounted instrumentation with TFT colour display: Gear selected, air temp, battery voltage, trips 1 & 2, fuel reserve trip, average and actual fuel consumption and speed, trip time, scheduled maintenance. Full status and/or management of Riding Modes, DTC, RbW and ABS.-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)-296 mm
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)-13.2 inches
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)-336 mm
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)-11.7 inches
Brakes - Front2 x 320 mm Semi-floating discs, radially mounted Monobloc Brembo calipers, 4-piston with ABSDouble disc. Twin-piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle 265 mm disc, 2-piston floating caliper with ABSSingle disc
Rims-Cast aluminium
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR 17120/70-ZR17
Tyres - Rear240/45 ZR17190/55-ZR17

Verdict

Winner on specs

2012 Honda VT1300CX

The 2012 Honda VT1300CX edges out the 2011 Ducati Diavel thanks to its lower seat height and higher rear wheel travel. Specifications are one part of the picture - dealer support, parts availability, and intended use all matter too.

Key Differences

2011 Ducati Diavel - Advantages

  • Liquid cooling: Consistent engine temperature in stop-start traffic and hot climates.

2012 Honda VT1300CX - Advantages

  • Lower seat height: 678 mm vs 770 mm - accessible to a wider range of rider heights.
  • More rear wheel travel: 130 mm vs 120 mm - absorbs bigger hits and rough terrain better.

2011 Ducati Diavel vs 2012 Honda VT1300CX - FAQs

What are the engine differences between the 2011 Ducati Diavel and 2012 Honda VT1300CX?
The 2011 Ducati Diavel uses Four stroke, 90° °L° twin cylinder, DOHC, desmodromic 4 valves per cylinder., while the 2012 Honda VT1300CX is powered by V2, four-stroke.
Which bike is better for shorter riders, the 2011 Ducati Diavel or the 2012 Honda VT1300CX?
The 2012 Honda VT1300CX has the lower seat at 678 mm, making it more accessible. The 2011 Ducati Diavel sits higher at 770 mm. A seat height below 800 mm suits most riders; above 820 mm shorter riders may need to tiptoe.
Which should I buy, the 2011 Ducati Diavel or the 2012 Honda VT1300CX?
Both are strong choices. The 2011 Ducati Diavel has the edge in liquid cooling, while the 2012 Honda VT1300CX stands out for lower seat height and higher rear wheel travel. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.