# Ducati Connect

> Smartphone integration for select Ducati Multistrada V4 models. (iPhone/iPad app by Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ducati-connect/id1518032138 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/422852792)
- Category: Utilities, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.40/5 from 27 App Store ratings · 52 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Armenian, Bulgarian, Croatian, Danish, Dutch, Estonian, Finnish, Canadian French and 22 more
- Released: 2020-12-11
- Data updated: 2026-07-19
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ducati-connect/id1518032138/reviews.md

## What is Ducati Connect?

Ducati Connect is the perfect companion for the Multistrada V4 S, Multistrada V4 S Sport, Multistrada V4 Grand Tour, Multistrada V4 Rally, Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak and Multistrada V4 RS.

After pairing, Ducati Connect will wirelessly establish a connection with your bike and enable smartphone mirroring.

With Ducati Connect you may:
 
• Search your contacts or type a phone number using the keypad;
 
• Play your favourite music by scrolling through folders, artists, albums and playlists;
 
• Get directions with the Sygic GPS Navigation & Maps app installed on your smartphone.
 
All easily accessed from the Multistrada dashboard without ever taking your hands off the handlebars!

Notes:

• Ducati Connect is compatible only with the Multistrada V4 S, Multistrada V4 S Sport, Multistrada V4 Grand Tour, Multistrada V4 Rally, Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak and Multistrada V4 RS.

• The "Sygic GPS Navigation & Maps" has to be separately installed on your smartphone to enable the navigation functions on your Multistrada dashboard. The Premium navigation license will be activated free of charge following the first connection.

• Continued use of GPS tracking, Bluetooth communication and Wi-Fi mirroring may reduce the battery life of your smartphone.

## Key features

- Smartphone mirroring
- Contact access
- Music playback
- GPS navigation integration
- Handlebar controls

## Recent user reviews (10 of 52)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ducati-connect/id1518032138/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Buggy

*2026-05-07*

Frequent freeze instances - not tested/baked out properly - should also be designed to run in the background so the phone does not have to be on the app all the time. Seems like a project from some college kids trying to get a C in class.

**Developer response:** Dear Mr. MVG55, thank you for your review. We confirm that the system requires the app to be running in the foreground. Ducati is committed to providing the best possible service, and our team will continue to work on improving the functionality and stability of the Ducati Connect system. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any further details to share. Thank you, the Ducati team.

### 1/5 — So Bad…

*2025-11-19*

SECURITY ISSUES—Do yourself a favor and don’t even try to use this app.  It’s very bad including the requirement to have your phone constantly unlocked for it to operate after granting it every permission under the sun.

**Developer response:** Dear Mr. Todd,
Thank you for your feedback. We inform you that Ducati, together with its partners, is actively working to improve the service and experienced offered. Your correct, the current system does require clients to keep the app in foreground in vehicle mode. If you have any other feedback or questions, please contact our Ducati Support team. Thank you, The Ducati Team

### 1/5 — Absolute rubbish

*2025-07-04, version 2.24.0*

This app is absolutely rubbish, unstable, energy hungry. It might connect, it might not, it might stay connected but probably won’t, it freezes/sticks and consumes your phone battery leaving the phone hot. This app needs a complete revamp and relaunch. For a premium motorcycle it really isn’t good enough

### 1/5 — This app makes me regret the bio

*2025-06-07*

This app and the navigation system on my 2025 Multistrada is so bad that I regret buying the bike. I don’t know who slept with somebody to get this approved or which executive’s nephew was given the contract, but it is absolute garbage. 

The app is beyond frustrating to use because it rarely functions enough to use. The phone doesn’t connect to the bike and no amount of fiddling will fix it. When you do manage to get a connection then you have to leave the phone unlocked and the display on, draining your battery. Also, be prepared because the phone will disconnect on a whim. I have both an iPhone and an Android and both have the same issues.

Seriously, do not buy the Ducati with the intention of using this app. Assume that you will need a GPS or phone mount so you can use a real solution.

**Developer response:** Dear Michael, thank you for your report. We are not aware of disconnection episodes within the system. We kindly invite you to contact our Ducati Support team to verify the situation: https://www.ducati.com/us/en/company/customer-service 
Thank you, The Ducati Team

### 1/5 — What an abomination of an app and turn by turn map integration ( even on 2025 models! )

*2025-06-01, version 2.23.1*

Everything about this app is frustrating 

Have you not heard of apple carplay before?

You need to leave your phone screen ALWAYS UNLOCKED for this app to work on your ducati

I have a pikes peak 2025 multistrada and I cant believe I have to look for a solution to either mount my phone or an additional display to get google maps or apple carplay

Your sygic or wtv map app is an insult to anyone spending that kind of money for a motorcycle.  Why cant we just have apple carplay, or google maps for that matter? This app just drains the battery on your phone and you need to keep it plugged in.   Honestly, would have not bought a ducati if I knew this is what the phone integration was my only option.  Ill have to now buy and add a phone mount to my bike.

### 1/5 — Disappointed

*2025-05-19*

I’ve just recently purchased a new 2023 Multistrada V4 Rally, which is an amazing motorcycle. The Ducati connect app is hit and miss due to needing to have the screen open on your phone, connectivity issues and needing to restart the pairing process whenever you briefly turn off the vehicle. The worst part is the Sygic GPS app that Ducati has decided to pair themselves with. After associating with high end brands like Bentley, Lamborghini, Poltrona Frau, and supreme, Ducati chose to lock themselves in with a cheap Chinese knockoff equivalent of a mobile mapping system. The Sygic app has issues with crashing, vague instructions, needing to download maps before routing, and a non user friendly interface. This app has left me stranded on a 1,100 mile road trip relying on a GPS on my $400 smart watch. Rather then maintain their status as the highest end motorcycle brand in every aspect (I own 4 and have a 5th on the way) they choose to instruct other reviewers that they must not be using the premium version they provide (I am). 4 years and over 20 complaints about Sygic and the response has not changed. If they equipped these vehicles with android auto and Apple car play, they could get rid of both of these apps and have 2 great options on a luxury touring motorcycle. The persistent mediocracy on this issue has me worried that Ducati is cutting corners on things that buys may not notice until after purchase.

**Developer response:** Dear Novak130, thank you for the feedback. 
At the moment the only app supported is Sygic, whose Premium licence we provide free of charge. Moreover the system requires you to keep the app in foreground in vehicle mode.
However we would like to kindly inform you that Ducati, together with its partners, is actively working to improve the service offered.

To verify the turn off disconnection reported, we kindly invite you to contact the Ducati Support Team: https://www.ducati.com/us/en/company/customer-service
We hope that you can reconsider your opinion. 
Thank you, the Ducati Team

### 1/5 — App freezes - even with premium subscription

*2025-05-06, version 2.23.1*

I pay for the annual premium subscription, but the app freezes up in use. 

I’m using it with an iPhone 16 on latest iOS. But the app has been dangerously useless on the last couple of rides I’ve used it on. 

We need Ducati to enable google maps!!!

### 1/5 — Useless

*2025-04-26*

For navigation to work, they want you to sign up for a subscription to a map service I have never even heard of.   Furthermore, the app wants access to your location at all times…

As far as integration with the bike, yes it will start with Bluetooth and try to establish a high bandwidth WiFi connection, but I am not sure for what purpose.  

If you have a Multistrada, get the Evotech mount for the GPS of your choice.  The bike will still allow call management on the dash without it.

**Developer response:** Dear Sailingfun_APC, thank you for your feedback.
We would like to inform you that currently the only app supported is Sygic, whose Premium licence we provide free of charge. 
The position is used only by Sygic during the navigation, is not used by the Ducati Connect app. 
The wi-fi connection is necessary to mirror the Ducati Connect app on bike's dashboard, the Bluetooth connection instead is necessary to connect your smartphone with Ducati Multimedia System module fitted in your bike and have access to phone and music features.  

We hope that you can reconsider your opinion, we would like to remind you that the Ducati support team is at your disposal: https://www.ducati.com/us/en/home
Thank you, the Ducati Team

### 1/5 — Absolute rubbish

*2025-04-13, version 2.23.1*

This app is absolutely rubbish, unstable, energy hungry. It might connect, it might not, it might stay connected but probably won’t, it freezes/sticks and consumes your phone battery leaving the phone hot. This app needs a complete revamp and relaunch. For a premium motorcycle it really isn’t good enough

### 1/5 — Premium bike - sub par navigation

*2025-04-08*

With a bike that has all the bells and whistles, adaptive cruise, blind spot lights, automatic load adjustment, etc.
I expected to be able to have a navigation system on my Multistrada V4 Rally that actually works.  After 17 months and 20,000 miles I have to say that this is the worst navigation and communication system I have ever experienced.  Even the cheap rental cars come with Apple CarPlay. C’mon Ducati, be the premium motorcycle company that I know you are and update the software to allow for Apple CarPlay! Yes, I will pay extra for it.  It’s embarrassing that a high tech company like Ducati makes its owners suffer with this nav system. Even HD has Apple CarPlay now.

**Developer response:** Dear V4RallyRider, thank you for the feedback.
We would like to inform you that Ducati, together with its partners, is actively working to improve the service offered and that currently the only app supported is Sygic, whose Premium licence we provide free of charge.
We hope that you can reconsider your opinion, we would like to remind you that the Ducati support team is at your disposal: https://www.ducati.com/us/en/home
Thank you, the Ducati Team

## Frequently asked questions about Ducati Connect

### What does Ducati Connect do?

Ducati Connect wirelessly connects your smartphone to compatible Ducati Multistrada V4 motorcycles. It allows you to access your contacts, play music, and use GPS navigation directly from the bike's dashboard, keeping your hands on the handlebars.

### Which Ducati models are compatible with Ducati Connect?

Ducati Connect is compatible exclusively with the Multistrada V4 S, Multistrada V4 S Sport, Multistrada V4 Grand Tour, Multistrada V4 Rally, Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, and Multistrada V4 RS models.

### Is Ducati Connect free to use?

Yes, Ducati Connect is a free application. While the app itself is free, it requires a compatible Ducati motorcycle and the Sygic GPS Navigation & Maps app to be installed on your smartphone for full functionality. A premium navigation license for Sygic is activated free of charge upon the first connection.

### How do I use GPS navigation with Ducati Connect?

To use GPS navigation, you must have the Sygic GPS Navigation & Maps app separately installed on your smartphone. Once connected to your compatible Ducati, the navigation functions will be accessible and displayed on your motorcycle's dashboard.

### Can I make calls and play music through Ducati Connect?

Yes, Ducati Connect allows you to search your contacts and make calls using the keypad, as well as play your favorite music. You can scroll through folders, artists, albums, and playlists directly from the motorcycle's dashboard.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.26.0 — 2026-07-07

- Bug fixes and improvements

Note: Update is available for phones with iOS 18 or higher

### 2.25.2 — 2026-02-25

- Bug fixes and improvements

Note: Update is available for phones with iOS 18 or higher

### 2.24.0 — 2025-06-10

- Bug fix

Note: Update is available for phones with iOS 17 or higher

### 2.23.1 — 2025-01-29

- Connection improvements

- Fix Croatian alphabet

### 2.22.0 — 2024-06-10

- Connection improvements
- Bug fixes and performance improvements

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