2024 Ducati Diavel V4

More than ever, the Ducati Diavel V4 is a big Monster—not just a cruiser with Italian style. Aside from its massive 240-section rear tire, and low-slung stance, at first glance, it could almost be mistaken for a V-4-powered Monster. A V-4 Monster from hell, that is.

While its fat rear tire and stretched-out geometry (it has a 62.7-inch wheelbase and a fairly relaxed 26-degree steering head angle) may be its most trad cruiser traits, they also mean the thing doesn’t want to wheelie like a sportbike—which means you can accelerate hard to really make use of the Granturismo V-4′s claimed 168 hp at 10,750 rpm and 93 lb.-ft. of torque at 7,500 rpm. Top-flight electronics and components—like Brembo Stylema brake calipers—emphasize the Diavel’s performance potential. While style was a big part of the Diavel’s design brief, it doesn’t come at the cost of handling.  It’s not a Panigale, but it’s still a performance-oriented Ducati—its aluminum monocoque frame is evidence of the trickle-down effect of superbike development. Like all modern Ducatis, there’s an air of refinement that balances out the hot-under-the-collar performance. Humane ergos, rear cylinder deactivation (to reduce engine heat output), and power output and throttle response that can be tailored to your tastes make the Diavel a devil only when you want it to be.

The 2024 Diavel in Ducati Red for $27,195 and Thrilling Black for $27,495. The Diavel for Bentley ($70,000) is a limited and numbered special edition in collaboration with Bentley, one of Ducati’s VW-Audi-owned cousins.