Ducati Diavel 2026
POSTED: 13/03/2026
Ducati Diavel Range · 2025–2026
A Motorcycle That Refuses to Be Categorised
There are fast motorcycles. There are beautiful motorcycles. And then there are bikes that stop traffic, not because they’re revving at the redline, but simply because they exist. The Ducati Diavel has always occupied that rare third category, and with the current range Ducati has pushed that idea further than ever before.
Whether you’re drawn to the sharp, stripped-back thrill of the Diavel V4 RS, the award-winning all-round appeal of the Diavel V4, or the long-haul drama of the brand-new XDiavel V4, the Diavel family gives you something genuinely different. We’ve broken down each model so you can understand what makes them tick, and what it’s like to ride one on British roads.
The name itself is Bolognese dialect for “devil”, and from the original 2011 machine through to today’s V4-powered trio, that rebellious spirit has never left. What has changed is the engine. Where older Diavelts relied on an L-twin, the current generation adopts the V4 Granturismo, a four-cylinder unit whose roots trace directly back to the Desmosedici race engine that powers Ducati’s MotoGP effort. On paper, that’s extraordinary. On the road, it’s transformative.
The Benchmark
Diavel V4
Muscle Cruiser · 168 hp · 1,158cc · from £24,595
The Diavel V4 is where the family story begins. It won the Red Dot Award 2024 “Best of the Best”, the most prestigious design prize in the industry, in the Product Design category. A motorcycle that looks extraordinary standing still and feels even better in motion.
At its heart sits the 1,158cc V4 Granturismo engine producing 168 hp, with a torque delivery that’s smooth and usable right from low revs, perfectly suited to real-world riding on British A-roads.
One genuinely remarkable ownership detail: valve clearance services are required every 60,000 km, roughly 37,000 miles. For many riders, that’s potentially a decade between valve adjustments.
For 2025, the Black Roadster Livery gains a bold Racing Yellow stripe across tank, tail, and side panels, a nod to Ducati’s racing heritage, developed by Centro Stile Ducati exclusively for the 2025 model year.
More Diavel V4168 hp
Peak Power
1,158cc
V4 Granturismo
60,000 km
Valve Service Interval
2024
Red Dot Best of the Best
- Ducati Quick Shift up & down
- 5” TFT colour display
- Cruise control & Hands-Free system
- Cornering ABS
- 4 Riding Modes incl. Wet
- Ducati Multimedia System
- Full-LED lighting & dynamic indicators
- Available in Red or Black Roadster Livery
Numbered · Limited Edition
Diavel V4 RS
Track-Focused Muscle · 182 hp · 1,103cc · from £34,395
If the standard Diavel V4 represents the ideal balance of performance and daily usability, the Diavel V4 RS removes “daily usability” from the equation entirely, in the best possible way.
The RS uses the 1,103cc Desmosedici Stradale, Ducati’s Desmodromic V4, closely related to the MotoGP engine, delivering 182 hp, an additional 14 hp over the standard V4, plus that unmistakable dry clutch chatter that announces exactly what kind of motorcycle you’re riding.
The RS sheds 3 kg over the standard Diavel V4 through carbon fibre air intakes, single-seat tail, fenders, and tank covers. Each RS also carries a numbered aluminium plate on the rear cylinder head, a genuine collector’s piece.
Race mode, a first in the Diavel family, joins Sport, Touring and Wet, alongside Ducati Power Launch, DQS 2.0, and forged aluminium Y-spoke wheels on Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres.
More Diavel V4 RS182 hp
Desmosedici Stradale
+14 hp
Over Diavel V4
−3 kg
Carbon Fibre Saving
Race
Mode (Diavel-first)
- Full carbon fibre body panels
- Race, Sport, Touring & Wet modes
- Dry clutch with Desmodromic valvetrain
- DQS 2.0 up & down quickshifter
- Forged aluminium Y-spoke wheels
- Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres
- Ducati Power Launch control
- Numbered limited edition plate
MCN Best Cruiser 2025 · All-New Model
XDiavel V4
Power Cruiser · 168 hp · 1,158cc · from £26,595
The XDiavel V4 is the newest arrival in the Diavel family, and arguably its most ambitious chapter yet. After the V-twin XDiavel quietly disappeared from the UK, Ducati returned with something completely rebuilt: forward-mounted footpegs, V4 performance, and a seat height of just 770mm.
Voted MCN Best Cruiser 2025, the XDiavel V4 shares only its engine and single-sided swingarm with the standard Diavel V4, everything else is new. A longer, lower cast aluminium monocoque frame stretches the stance for a proper muscle-cruiser silhouette, while a 6.9” TFT display raises the technology bar for the entire cruiser segment.
The fully adjustable 50mm upside-down fork and rear shock with separate reservoir offer 25mm more travel than the old V-twin XDiavel, a real-world improvement for two-up touring on British roads. Exclusive Burning Red and Black Lava colours complete a machine unlike anything else in the cruiser market.
More XDiavel V4168 hp
V4 Granturismo
770mm
Low Seat Height
6.9”
TFT Colour Display
+25mm
More Rear Travel
- Forward foot controls & low seat
- 50mm USD fork, fully adjustable
- Brembo Stylema monobloc brakes
- Single-sided swingarm
- Cruise control & Ducati Quick Shift
- Cornering ABS & traction control
- 4 Riding Modes incl. Urban & Wet
- Burning Red or Black Lava colour
What It’s Like to Ride
The Diavel range is built around four core riding virtues that make a real difference on UK roads.
Effortless Power
The Granturismo’s flat torque curve means clean, confident progress from almost any speed.
Long-Distance Comfort
Central or forward footpegs, an upright riding position, and a well-designed seat for full-day runs.
Intelligent Electronics
Riding Modes, Cornering ABS, traction and wheelie control that adapt to conditions and mood.
Low Running Costs
Valve checks at 60,000 km. Oil changes every 15,000 km. Simpler ownership than you’d expect.
Which Diavel Is Right for You?
A quick at-a-glance comparison of the three current models available in the UK.
| Specification | Diavel V4 | Diavel V4 RS | XDiavel V4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1,158cc V4 Granturismo | 1,103cc Desmosedici Stradale | 1,158cc V4 Granturismo |
| Power | 168 hp | 182 hp | 168 hp |
| Valvetrain | Spring return | Desmodromic | Spring return |
| Clutch | Wet, slip & assist | Dry | Wet, slip & assist |
| Riding Modes | Sport / Tour / Urban / Wet | Race / Sport / Tour / Wet | Sport / Tour / Urban / Wet |
| Foot Controls | Centre-mounted | Centre-mounted | Forward-mounted |
| TFT Display | 5” | 5” | 6.9” |
| Carbon Fibre | — | Full body panels | — |
| Best For | All-round performance & style | Max performance & exclusivity | Touring comfort & low seat |
| UK Price (from) | £24,595 | £34,395 | £26,595 |
Prices correct at time of writing. Please contact us for your personalised quote and current finance offers.
Our Take: Why the Diavel Range Matters
There’s a question that always comes up when someone sees a Diavel for the first time: “Is it a naked? A cruiser? A tourer?” The honest answer is that it doesn’t particularly care, and that’s precisely what makes it so refreshing in a market where most motorcycles are designed by committee and aimed at everyone.
The V4 Granturismo engine is the foundation that ties the whole family together. It’s genuinely exceptional: smooth at low speeds, explosive when you open it up, and impressively refined for daily use. The 60,000 km valve service interval alone challenges most preconceptions about Ducati ownership costs.
The Diavel V4 is the pick for most riders, versatile, celebrated, and the model that captures the family spirit most completely. Perfect for winding A-roads and longer weekend runs.
The Diavel V4 RS is for a different kind of buyer, someone who wants the Diavel experience pushed to its outermost edge. The Desmosedici Stradale, dry clutch, Race mode, and carbon fibre panels make this one of the most characterful motorcycles on sale in Britain at any price.
And the XDiavel V4? If forward foot controls and a lower seat height matter to you, or if you’re covering longer distances two-up, this is an outstanding option. MCN naming it Best Cruiser 2025 ahead of everything else on sale says everything you need to know.
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