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  Model Changes 1000 And 1100

2003: 1000DS

Introduction of the Multistrada 1000DS, available from about april 2003. In some countries the 2003 Multistrada was introduced and sold as a model year 2004 bike.

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2004: 1000DS

Modifications

  • Different seat: textured cover and slightly softer padding.
  • Introduction of the black colour.

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2005: 1000DS and 1000SDS

Modifications

  • Improved sidestand.
  • Higher windscreen.
  • New rider seat, softer padding and less angled.
  • New passenger seat.
  • The 2005 engine is identical to the 2003/2004 model, but claimed power increased from 84 to 92 Hp, due to a different way of measuring power.
  • Improved mirrors, longer stems for better vision.
  • Thicker heel protector plates on the passenger footrests.
  • Small mudguard under the swingarm is gone.
  • Lights always on.

Introduction of the 1000S DS. The 'S' is identical to the 1000 DS, except for :

  • Ohlins front and rear suspension.
  • Carbon fibre front mudguard.
  • Carbon fibre cambelt covers.
  • Aluminium 'tapered' handlebars and taller risers for the lower bar.
  • Wheels painted black.
  • Only available in red and black

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2006: 1000DS and 1000SDS

Modifications

  • Black belt covers on the engine

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2007: 1100 and 1100S

Modifications:

  • 1000DS and 1000SDS replaced by 1100 and 1100S respectively, power up from 92 to 95 Hp and torque from 9.4 Kgm to 10.5 Kgm.
  • Black wheels for both the 1100 and 1100S
  • New fueling system with lambda sensor in the exhaust to comply with Euro 3 norm
  • Handlebars mounted in rubber
  • Wet clutch
  • New maintenance program that reduces costs.
  • 1100 only available in red, 1100S in red or black.
  • Basic model is now Marzocchi front and Sachs rear (both Showa on the 1000).
  • Electric headlight adjuster deleted.

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2008: 1100 and 1100S

Modifications:

  • For the US, only the S model available
  • Wheels are produced by Brembo on some bikes, Marchesini on others.
  • New graphics, "Multistrada" on the back, "1100" or "1100S" on the front of the fairing.

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