Ducati Diavel

Ducati Diavel is the kind of motorcycle people buy for the mix of muscle-bike stance and roadgoing performance, not for quiet commuting. By our assessment, its main strength is the very specific Ducati feel: a big, low-slung machine with strong presence, quick response and a design that looks built to be seen. The downside of that style is also obvious: it is a large, powerful bike that asks for confidence, room, and a rider who is comfortable with its weight and character. In practice, it feels more like a statement machine than a bland all-rounder, with a ride position and road presence that make small bikes seem anonymous. It sits between a naked bike and a cruiser in spirit, and it never really hides what it is.