We ride the heavily updated 2022 Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak! The latest Multistrada V4 iteration is a return to form for the venerable Multistrada platform, focusing on its road-oriented roots and providing a brilliant mix of high-performance and touring capability. The result is clear, the Multi V4 Pikes Peak is the Italian brand's sportiest sport-tourer.

Numerous changes are in store for the Multi V4 PP, which has created a machine designed to tackle spirited road riding, touring, and even racetrack riding. All of the ADV fixings on the Multistrada V4, like a 19-inch front wheel and traditional swingarm, are left out this time around. Instead, the Pikes Peak variant uses revised geometry, updated ergonomics, a single-sided swingarm, retuned electronics, and a 17-inch front wheel.

The 1,158cc 90-degree V4 Grandturismo engine returns to the fold, featuring its MotoGP-inspired counter-rotating crankshaft and class-leading 36,000-mile valve-service interval. With a claimed 170 horsepower and 92 lb-ft of torque on tap, the Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak pulls hard from the bottom, all the way through its rev-range, delivering smooth power anytime, anywhere. A new rev-limit strategy also signals when riders are approaching the redline.

The riding position is updated, providing a more aggressive riding position that is still comfortable enough for long days in the saddle. The handlebar is lower, shorter, and flatter. Meanwhile, the rearsets are raised and moved back to increase ground clearance and encourage a moderately sporty seating position.

Of course, the significant changes come to the Pikes Peak's chassis, which includes a new monocoque frame that extends the rake and trail for more excellent stability. Along with that, we have a single-sided swingarm, and together, these changes work to encourage loads of stability. Handling is further sweetened by the 17-inch forged-aluminum Marchesini wheels that reduce unsprung weight by a whopping 8.8 pounds compared to the Multistrada V4's standard wheelset.

Suspension duties are now handled by the proven Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 suspension, giving riders the ability to change the damping and shock-preload settings at the push of a button.

Moreover, this flagship Ducati's electronic package is reworked with an eye on sportier riding. The ABS, traction control, wheelie control, and quickshifting algorithms all have updates in their more aggressive settings to facilitate sporty road and racetrack riding.

There is plenty more ground to cover with the 2022 Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak. Senior Editor Nic de Sena shared his thoughts from the International Launch held in Palm Springs, California, during this First Ride Review.

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