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Let's consider, by way of example, the values of a twin-cylinder Ducati 748R (maximum torque 75 Nm at 9000 RPM) and of a four-cylinder Suzuki 750R (84 Nm at 10500 RPM). In terms of maximum torque values, the multi-cylinder model is more powerful, while the RPM at which this torque is produced is lower in the twin-cylinder.
However, the maximum torque value alone is not sufficient to describe a motorcycle's character: in terms of rideability, and hence, of global motorcycle efficiency, it is the trend of the torque curve that makes a difference. This curve must be "substantial" and consistent: occasional peaks or ups and downs can be harmful.
The RPM at which the maximum torque value is obtained is also important: this RPM figure must be low in order to obtain greater "pull" and prompt engine response. In general, in numerical terms, what undoubtedly increases, passing from a twin-cylinder to a multi-cylinder engine, is maximum power: displacement being the same, a multi-cylinder engine will certainly be more powerful.
On the other hand, the "pull", i.e. the engine response to opening the throttle, which many mistakenly believe is the maximum torque, will be higher in a twin-cylinder. In this "battlefield", Ducati, despite the slightly lower maximum torque value of its motorcycles, fears no competition.