Diavel V4 RS (MY2023-RS)

The Diavel V4 is Ducati's power cruiser, and the spec sheet tells you right away that it doesn't play by cruiser rules. A liquid-cooled V4 sits in an aluminum monocoque frame, the kind of architecture you'd expect on a sport bike, with an upside-down fork and adjustable suspension at both ends. Then comes the detail that defines the silhouette: a 240/45-17 rear tire, paired with a 120/70-17 front. Rider aids cover ABS, traction control and ride modes. Standard equipment adds an up-and-down quickshifter, cruise control and a keyless system. It's a muscle bike with sport bike bones. Subtle it isn't.

Read the hardware and the purpose is clear: this bike is built for acceleration and presence first, with enough comfort that you can use it every day. The 31.1 in (790 mm) seat and the relaxed, upright riding position point to a rider who wants a big V4 without the sport bike crouch. A 5.3 gal (20 L) tank, cruise control and a USB charging port say longer highway stretches are part of the plan, and the adjustable suspension lets you tune it for your back roads. If you want quiet and sensible, look elsewhere. This one's built to make a statement!