The 2023 Ducati Diavel V4: Beauty Meets Performance

Now, this is getting serious! The Ducati Diavel V4 was highly anticipated, but to be honest, given the global crisis, the likelihood of its premiere this year was exceedingly slim.
The new Diavel takes this model to an entirely new level, both in terms of technology and aesthetics. The design has been meticulously refined, and as you can see, it looks fantastic, with the exhaust alone being a standout feature.
The Italians have genuinely put in a lot of effort, going beyond the norm of current practices. They have meticulously worked on almost every detail, except for the switchgear carried over from the previous model. Well, design is always a matter of personal taste, but I love it!
From a technical perspective, the 2023 Ducati Diavel V4 is naturally built on a new chassis with a 1158cc V4 Granturismo engine, tuned specifically for this model.
The difference from the previous L-Twin Testastretta DVT V2 isn't significant. In the case of the Diavel V4, the Granturismo engine delivers 168 hp at 10,750 rpm (compared to 162 hp at 9,500 rpm) and 126 Nm at 7,500 rpm, which is the same as on the previous 1260.
However, the dry and fully equipped weights differ significantly. The Diavel has undergone a serious diet, shedding an impressive 13 kg. Not surprisingly, the V4 engine itself is 5 kg lighter, and the new frame without the Trellis steel frame has shaved off an additional 8 kg. This results in a dry weight of 211 kg (according to the official Ducati website).
As for the electronics, while they may not be as extensive as on the new Streetfighter V4 SP2, it's still very impressive. However, it's somewhat strange to see the absence of active cruise control on the new Ducati Diavel V4 2023, considering that the motorcycle is positioned as a power cruiser, and you can even purchase panniers for it.
But it's essential to remember that this is the base version, which is why it features a good but not top-tier suspension consisting of an unbranded 50mm fork (with 120mm of travel) with mechanical adjustments and a similar mono-shock, which has added 15mm of travel (145mm in total), a significant improvement for this class of motorcycles. Consequently, we can expect top-tier suspension and state-of-the-art electronics on the "S" and higher versions.
In any case, on the Ducati Diavel V4, you get three power modes and four riding modes, as well as cornering traction control and ABS, launch control, a quick-shifter, and more.
You can control these functions using the new five-inch TFT display, which has finally been introduced on the Diavel, replacing the rudimentary displays on all previous iterations.
Power in all modes is delivered to the asphalt through a 240/45 rear tire, and braking is provided by Brembo Stylema calipers with two 330mm discs.
In conclusion, I like the new Ducati Diavel V4, both in terms of its looks and its technical specifications. And if it's yours, try Dacar on your bike. How it will perform in action is another question, but in this case, the Italians are unlikely to disappoint.