Picked up an 899 a few weeks ago... it's like a dream come true! Summer is coming here in Aus and I can't wait to learn more about her over the coming months!
Congratulations on the bike and the Summer coming - very jealous!! They are terrific machines, you'll love it - take it easy my friend - all the best - TMF
great points, I agree with them all! I fell in love with mine on the test ride and it'll never get old just merely looking at it in the garage! ride safe, from the USA!
Great bike. I'd have one in a heartbeat. Beautiful styling. The 899 must be a lot more usable than the 1199/1299. And nicely missed out on Euro4 unlike the 959. These sub litre sports bikes like this and the GSXR750 and the Daytona are great for road use. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Yes I agree Slepingdragon1, really usable machines and simply gorgeous to look at, to my mind the best looking motorcycle yet produced (all Panigale's, not just the 899). The 959 I'm sure is a better bike, but here in Blighty, with those exhausts...? No thanks....
Another great video TMF. A friend of mine has just bought a 1299, which I sat on recently; it certainly didn't seem to be uncomfortable and I could feel the heat still emanating from the exhaust, even though it had been switched off for a while. A beautiful looking motorcycle. Btw, have now taken delivery of my new GSA which I am loving. Cheers, Andy
Took it over to Norfolk at the weekend to complete its running in; goes in tomorrow for initial service. Got the RTTW this weekend and plan to ride to Motorcycle Live; that's all really for this year. Plan to do NC500, Cornwall and South Wales next year.
Stuck between a daytona 675r and an 899 panigale, getting mixed opinions and cant decide which is a better choice. I previously had my eye on the daytona but people have said the ducati 899 is less extreme riding position and more comfortable for street use, I love the daytonas sound especially the wailing scream when you rev it up, but also the low V8 muscle sound of the ducati 899 has been growing on me... I certainly love the ducati looks much more than the daytona, and it feels a bit more comfortable I think. Engine sound is important to me and I'm not sure if I like the 899 factory exhaust having the clicky clack strange exhaust sounds. Can anyone comment on what would be a better purchase or any experience with these bikes?
I put a foil covered ceramic material over my pipes inside the belly pan of my Bimota so it wouldnt melt the plastic . You can put your hand 1/16 of an inch over the foil covering of the ceramic,no heat at all. This ceramic and foil is about 1/4 thick,wraps and forms well around pipes USe stainless steel ties around it
hi tmf I've got a GS ,a bit older than yours ,and since owning and riding the bike I don't get any more biker nods so I know what you mean ,would love to own a ducati in the future stunning looking machines , keep up the good work
Thanks Carl, I wonder if the nodding thing is a dying art, I nod at everyone I can and maybe 50% don't nod back (but then 50% of the time I'm on the GS!!!)....thanks for the kind words, all the best - TMF
Not to mention the massive grin one gets permanently stuck across their face while riding a Panigale. Beauty, soul and an amazing sound track, I would agree the riding position is so much better than my old 996 but I miss that dry clutch chatter. :)
Nice video. I have a 2014 899 here in the states. Florida, it's hot here...But I have mine dedicated to the track so I don't even notice the heat from the exhaust. Street riding, in-town, in traffic, in August is a bit uncomfortable. Like you said, its best on the track. Wonderful machine! Stay safe!
Thanks Don - you're a lucky man being able to dedicate the bike to the track, out of interest what do you do about insurance on the circuit? All the best - TMF
Since the bike was financed, it must be insured and she has been down twice at the same track, same turn...three months apart. I paid out of pocket for both repairs since I was on a track, no police report, etc.. I don't want to push my luck and lose my required coverage. It has become a very expensive turn. I've threatened to cut the track and bypass the turn from hell all-together. Ck. out my channel for video of the first time. GoPro catches everything - good and bad.
Wow what a bike, I've watched a few of your videos now and it's something else mate. Its always been my dream to own a ducati bike. Finally going to get myself one but still unsure whether to buy the 899 or go for the 1199. I know the 899 is well quick enough for me but wondered if I should go for the bigger bike just for the little extras on it for more a less the same money. I'd be over the moon to own either one tbh
TBH I didn't find the 1199 that much different to ride on the road, and that single sided swing arm looks nice. If they're the same price go for the big boy!
Hey man nice video. Im looking for a new desktop wallpaper, any chance you provide a link to he image used in the thumbnail? I love the contrast of the red fairings and the black wheels. It's beautiful.
Thanks Steve, I did purposely upload at that time to see what effect it would have on viewership....too early to tell yet! The Dookarti comes with Pirelli Rosso Diablo Corsa's as OEM, the same tyres as on my Street Triple as it happens - I love these tyres, just the right combination of stickiness and usability....as well as longevity. Thanks for watching and for stopping by - all the best - TMF
Can you make a video about the Wet mode of the Ducati? I've seen many review videos of this bike but i havent seen anyone using it while doing the reivew.
Deleted my comments and changing my narrow minded views, great video in the usual well presented , edited etc and glad ur loving your bike ,,haven't been out on my speedy as much as I should have this summer ,,guess we will have to pick our days now with the on set of winter Ride safe Shane. Thumbs up
Cool video. Is the low level exhaust standard in the UK? I've looked on the site and they only have the hideous wheelside exhaust. Saying that, I don't know what was wrong with Ducati's underseat exhaust they've done for YEARS 3:10 I'm so glad you finished that by saying textiles.
The low level exhaust was standard in the UK on the 899 but Ducati were forced to change the exhaust to comply with EU standards (so called "Euro 4 compliance") and hence the 959 was born that has the awful side exhausts....so the underslung are no longer standard in the UK (or indeed anywhere in the EU)....
Ever since my Ducati 916SP and all the f#cking problems I had, it's kinda put me off! Admittedly that was 1996! Maybe when I swap in the Daytona 675R....just maybe😜 Great vid as usual 👍
Yeah I can understand why an experience like that would put you off a particular brand - luckily so far (touch wood) I've not had any major problems with the bike....cheers - TMF
Hi mate just wondering do you ride everywhere with your camera? And where you riding this the otherday either Saturday or Sunday as I saw a Ducati 899 and couldn't get my eyes off it lol I was gonna take a pic and send it to you via pm but didn't want to in case if wasn't you lol cheers :)
Hi hotwheelscarvids001, No I don't always ride with a camera (in fact I ride much more without it than with)....and this weekend gone I was away all weekend riding on my GS so it won't have been me you saw on the 899....but glad you're looking out for me :0) All the best - TMF
When you say it's comfortable, what size person do you believe it would be uncomfortable for? That's really the problem I'm dealing with at the moment. I'm 5'10, and 220 lbs. I've had R1's and found them to be so-so in the comfort category. I really like the BMW, but it just seems like the Italian bikes have the kind of appeal that you can keep around for several years, whereas the others tend to be outdated after a little while. No disrespect to any bike meant. I really would like to have something that I could run some day trips of 200 miles or so, and actually enjoy the ride as well as having people respect the bike like you said with the Aston Martin example. The Panigale is definitely on the watch list for me, as well as the MV Augusta F4, but I would really like to see how MV comes out of their production slump first. Any information would be greatly appreciated!
+Terry Sanders Hi Terry, well I'm 5'8" and obviously it's difficult for me to comment on what it would be like for someone else, that said you're not that much taller then me so I would think you would be fIne on one. Best thing of course is to go and ride one, I think you'll be very impressed with the bike overall, I love mine as you gathered.....thanks for watching and for stopping by, all the best - TMF
Like yourself i have the BMW adventure and i also have a 1299 Panigale and people tend to look at the bmw and think what a knob, But on the Ducati i have people going out of there way to say hello and ask about the bike or i am sat at traffic lights and people are looking at it with there mouths open, only major problem with the 1299 is stalling because of the size of the v engine just needs to have the revs a bit higher before letting the clutch out, love the videos BTW
@@TheMissendenFlyer I believe so and I went out after seing a video and there was zero play in it, so I opened it up and the spacers have already been done by the previous owner, i think it will be one of those things I have to get used to I guess.
I demo'd an 899 and I could not take the heat to the crotch! It was so hot, I had to stand up at every stop light to get some relief. I'd definitely invest in some sort of heat shield if I were to buy any version of the panigale.
+Import916 Thanks, glad you enjoyed it :0) I use Power Director on the PC - not as good as Mac based programs but it's OK for basic stuff like I do.....
what do you think about panigale 899 as a beginner's bike? I haven't found any information about this subject and I have my mind set on buying one as my first bike :D
Absolutely not, the bike is a highly performant machine and a new rider would quickly get out of their skill/comfort zone, they are lovely bikes but work up to one, what's the rush? ...keeping alive is the key!
ive bought it and rode it at wet mode , its feels like a 250cc bike with a bit more power . im a begginer too , 12000 miles and no accident , i might be lucky my friends or maybe it is the age (29) but i can still recommend it as begginer bike due to electronic supports any day at the week . Id had to decide between yamaha r6 and this . Guess which one i choose right? Simply due to electronic supports and of course caus of the BRAPPP Im happy with it. Stay safe! That was just my opinion!
It's a beautiful bike! My friend owns one and his big complaint is he needs to rev it up till 7000rpm to get the power and being a V-twin engine it's strange. Don't you think so?
+miguel santa eulalia Hi Miguel, yes I agree that she does really only come alive after 7000 rpm, it's not an issue though (just need to hold onto the gears) and if you do change up before then she doesn't complain, I assume it's just down to gearing/state of tune from Ducati....not sure it's that unusual but I've never had another V twin sports bike to compare it with! Thanks for watching and for stopping by - all the best - TMF
+Richard Harris Hi Richard it was from an E-Bay seller (can't recall the name just now but will look it up if you need it).....and no, it's not discolouring at all, very p,lased with it and all the other carbon bits I have on the bike.....cheers - TMF
it seems like the silencer is inside the muffler instead of in the middle of the pipe (or ducati didn't even have that thing XD) so if I'm going install a slip on exhaust, I better choice a one with silencer to not piss off my neighbor?
I'm new to super sports and my hands are still killing on my 899. I'm obviously doing something wrong because other vloggers seem to be fine. Hopefully time fixes it.
The trick is to use your knees to grip the tank and take the pressure off your wrists (and do plenty of stomach exercises to increase your core strength)....
Thanks Jack - and to be honest the Thame chippy was a bit disappointing, the sausage in batter was a bit more on the chewy side than crisp, so I won't be doing that again!! Thanks for watching once again, all the best - TMF
It was "CarbonFibreFever" www.ebay.co.uk/usr/carbonfibrefever?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2754 - be warned the exhaust heat shield is a pig to fit (took my Ducati dealer several hours to do, subframe off, the works...fitting cost more than the part!)...
My brother got the Ducati 848 evo, and he's completely ok with it , he started slow and now he's comfortable with it. I love do the same I ll just change the mode to wet mode and I ll take it slow
Hello TMF, I'm considering trading my '13 street triple r for the 959 pani, would love to hear what you would think of a trade like this, as I know you love both bikes. I also love my STr so much and as you mention in another one of your vids, it is such a great bike it would be extremely difficult to replace with something else, do you think you would be happy swapping your STr for the Pani if you could only have one of them ? I know this is a tough one, thanks for your thoughts !
Yeah that is a tough one - the Pani wins on pose value but the STR is abetter "real world" bike in that it's smoother and more comfortable to ride, depends what's more important to you and what you use the bike for. If I could only have one I'd have the Panigale, but then I also have my GS. If I didn't have the GS then I'd have the STR rather than the Pani...hope that makes sense....
It's not just BMW that do heated seats then? Must do a track day on my S1000R sometime. Sorry to hear your sausage was chewy! Ride carefully. Regards, Jon.
TheMissendenFlyer I own the 1299 S and my best mate owns the 899 I've ridden his many times. Most everything is different, from the sound to riding position.
1: Expensive 2: Unreliable 3: Expensive 4: Unreliable 5: Sorry for the Panigale fans but don't get butt hurt... because you like a bike that is like a super model but with STDs.
Owned a bunch of 600 and 1000cc ninjas and Yamahas. I've come to the realization.. If you have a good parts shop and get the parts close to cost and do the maintenance/repairs yourself it's well worth owning a ducati over a Japanese bike. You pay a little more but you get a far more interesting and better looking bike. Let's be honest maintenance on any bike is relatively cheap in comparison to up keep on a modern automobile.
12000 road km's on my 959 and not a single thing has gone wrong. 2000 track km's on my 899 and not a single thing has gone wrong. Don't get butthurt but you don't know what you're talking about.
Picked up an 899 a few weeks ago... it's like a dream come true! Summer is coming here in Aus and I can't wait to learn more about her over the coming months!
Congratulations on the bike and the Summer coming - very jealous!! They are terrific machines, you'll love it - take it easy my friend - all the best - TMF
Ausie Ausie Ausie
It’s more of a winter bike 😊
Beautiful bike and thanks for the view from your home to Thame a route I did every day for three years in the mid eighties
Glad to bring back some memories for you!
great points, I agree with them all! I fell in love with mine on the test ride and it'll never get old just merely looking at it in the garage! ride safe, from the USA!
+nissanftw240 completely agree, just looking at it is enough for me! Thanks for watching from the good ol U S of A (which part by the way?)
I live in the state of Ohio. Northern USA. Get about 4 to 5 good months of riding without any chance of snow haha.
Beautyful machine!! Thanks for the interesting info!!
Thank you for saying so Dutch One -all the best - TMF
Great bike. I'd have one in a heartbeat. Beautiful styling. The 899 must be a lot more usable than the 1199/1299. And nicely missed out on Euro4 unlike the 959. These sub litre sports bikes like this and the GSXR750 and the Daytona are great for road use. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Yes I agree Slepingdragon1, really usable machines and simply gorgeous to look at, to my mind the best looking motorcycle yet produced (all Panigale's, not just the 899). The 959 I'm sure is a better bike, but here in Blighty, with those exhausts...? No thanks....
TheMissendenFlyer Hey! Great vid as always. I was wondering though, is there a particular reason why you chose the 899 over the 1299?
All very interesting sir! :-)
I couldn't help yelling "SAUSAGE TIME!" at the end... ;-)
+Captain Rambunctious ....can't argue with that!
Great vid man. I have a 959 and I love it
+00Kevin B Thanks OOKevinB are you in the UK? I would have gone for the 959 instead of the 899 but that exhaust!
Another great video TMF. A friend of mine has just bought a 1299, which I sat on recently; it certainly didn't seem to be uncomfortable and I could feel the heat still emanating from the exhaust, even though it had been switched off for a while. A beautiful looking motorcycle. Btw, have now taken delivery of my new GSA which I am loving. Cheers, Andy
Ooh new bike to play with, exciting times, any big trips planned?
Took it over to Norfolk at the weekend to complete its running in; goes in tomorrow for initial service. Got the RTTW this weekend and plan to ride to Motorcycle Live; that's all really for this year. Plan to do NC500, Cornwall and South Wales next year.
Stuck between a daytona 675r and an 899 panigale, getting mixed opinions and cant decide which is a better choice. I previously had my eye on the daytona but people have said the ducati 899 is less extreme riding position and more comfortable for street use, I love the daytonas sound especially the wailing scream when you rev it up, but also the low V8 muscle sound of the ducati 899 has been growing on me... I certainly love the ducati looks much more than the daytona, and it feels a bit more comfortable I think. Engine sound is important to me and I'm not sure if I like the 899 factory exhaust having the clicky clack strange exhaust sounds. Can anyone comment on what would be a better purchase or any experience with these bikes?
I put a foil covered ceramic material over my pipes inside the belly pan
of my Bimota so it wouldnt melt the plastic . You can put your hand 1/16
of an inch over the foil covering of the ceramic,no heat at all.
This ceramic and foil is about 1/4 thick,wraps and forms well around
pipes
USe stainless steel ties around it
Fair enough....
hi tmf I've got a GS ,a bit older than yours ,and since owning and riding the bike I don't get any more biker nods so I know what you mean ,would love to own a ducati in the future stunning looking machines , keep up the good work
Thanks Carl, I wonder if the nodding thing is a dying art, I nod at everyone I can and maybe 50% don't nod back (but then 50% of the time I'm on the GS!!!)....thanks for the kind words, all the best - TMF
Not to mention the massive grin one gets permanently stuck across their face while riding a Panigale. Beauty, soul and an amazing sound track, I would agree the riding position is so much better than my old 996 but I miss that dry clutch chatter. :)
...having not had a "dry clutch" machine I don't know what I'm missing!
Great video as always
+Rob 79 Cheers Rob!
Top 5 things you should know about any sportbike more like :P
Yeah quite possibly!! :0)
great video question does she like to wheelie
Good list. I'm really starting to debate buying one in the future.
What's to debate ;0) ....I say just go for it if you can.... Thanks for watching and for your kind words - TMF
Nice video. I have a 2014 899 here in the states. Florida, it's hot here...But I have mine dedicated to the track so I don't even notice the heat from the exhaust. Street riding, in-town, in traffic, in August is a bit uncomfortable. Like you said, its best on the track. Wonderful machine! Stay safe!
Thanks Don - you're a lucky man being able to dedicate the bike to the track, out of interest what do you do about insurance on the circuit? All the best - TMF
Since the bike was financed, it must be insured and she has been down twice at the same track, same turn...three months apart. I paid out of pocket for both repairs since I was on a track, no police report, etc.. I don't want to push my luck and lose my required coverage. It has become a very expensive turn. I've threatened to cut the track and bypass the turn from hell all-together. Ck. out my channel for video of the first time. GoPro catches everything - good and bad.
Yes it's an expensive old game the track lark isn't it.....I'll go check out your channel now - cheers - TMF
Wow what a bike, I've watched a few of your videos now and it's something else mate. Its always been my dream to own a ducati bike. Finally going to get myself one but still unsure whether to buy the 899 or go for the 1199. I know the 899 is well quick enough for me but wondered if I should go for the bigger bike just for the little extras on it for more a less the same money. I'd be over the moon to own either one tbh
TBH I didn't find the 1199 that much different to ride on the road, and that single sided swing arm looks nice. If they're the same price go for the big boy!
TheMissendenFlyer thanks thanks 👍
Hey man nice video. Im looking for a new desktop wallpaper, any chance you provide a link to he image used in the thumbnail? I love the contrast of the red fairings and the black wheels. It's beautiful.
Thanks Ben - unfortunately there isn't a link to the picture, it only lives on my iPhone! But thanks for saying you think it looks good anyway....
Excellent timing for the Friday night 8oClock slot. Enjoyed the vlog as usual. What tyres do you have on the DoooKati? As Rossi would pronounce it?
Thanks Steve, I did purposely upload at that time to see what effect it would have on viewership....too early to tell yet! The Dookarti comes with Pirelli Rosso Diablo Corsa's as OEM, the same tyres as on my Street Triple as it happens - I love these tyres, just the right combination of stickiness and usability....as well as longevity. Thanks for watching and for stopping by - all the best - TMF
I wonder why that exhaust pipe under seat can't just go straight down to the muffler instead of looping around ?
I did 600 kms in one day on mine and could still walk ok afterwards. (I'm 57) Every ride is a thrill. Cant believe I waited so long to get one.
Yes they are brilliant machines aren't they, not sure I could manage 600k in one hit though and I have 10 years on you!!! :0(
Can you make a video about the Wet mode of the Ducati? I've seen many review videos of this bike but i havent seen anyone using it while doing the reivew.
Interesting idea! I'll add it to the list....cheers - TMF
Deleted my comments and changing my narrow minded views, great video in the usual well presented , edited etc and glad ur loving your bike ,,haven't been out on my speedy as much as I should have this summer ,,guess we will have to pick our days now with the on set of winter Ride safe Shane. Thumbs up
Nice day for it today though eh? Just been out for a blat on my Trumpet...great fun...
Cool video. Is the low level exhaust standard in the UK? I've looked on the site and they only have the hideous wheelside exhaust. Saying that, I don't know what was wrong with Ducati's underseat exhaust they've done for YEARS
3:10 I'm so glad you finished that by saying textiles.
The low level exhaust was standard in the UK on the 899 but Ducati were forced to change the exhaust to comply with EU standards (so called "Euro 4 compliance") and hence the 959 was born that has the awful side exhausts....so the underslung are no longer standard in the UK (or indeed anywhere in the EU)....
Oh god-damn emissions. Can't they just go back to underseat? That side one is UGLY as sin.
100% agree - enough to stop me buying a 959 Fugly.....
Ever since my Ducati 916SP and all the f#cking problems I had, it's kinda put me off! Admittedly that was 1996!
Maybe when I swap in the Daytona 675R....just maybe😜
Great vid as usual 👍
Yeah I can understand why an experience like that would put you off a particular brand - luckily so far (touch wood) I've not had any major problems with the bike....cheers - TMF
nice video
the panigale looks great 👍
Thank you Thomas :0)
Thomas Geser musica de cabo verde
Hi mate just wondering do you ride everywhere with your camera? And where you riding this the otherday either Saturday or Sunday as I saw a Ducati 899 and couldn't get my eyes off it lol I was gonna take a pic and send it to you via pm but didn't want to in case if wasn't you lol cheers :)
Hi hotwheelscarvids001, No I don't always ride with a camera (in fact I ride much more without it than with)....and this weekend gone I was away all weekend riding on my GS so it won't have been me you saw on the 899....but glad you're looking out for me :0) All the best - TMF
Good to know =)
:0)
Some told me today that the forks can’t be rebuilt?
When you say it's comfortable, what size person do you believe it would be uncomfortable for? That's really the problem I'm dealing with at the moment. I'm 5'10, and 220 lbs. I've had R1's and found them to be so-so in the comfort category. I really like the BMW, but it just seems like the Italian bikes have the kind of appeal that you can keep around for several years, whereas the others tend to be outdated after a little while. No disrespect to any bike meant. I really would like to have something that I could run some day trips of 200 miles or so, and actually enjoy the ride as well as having people respect the bike like you said with the Aston Martin example. The Panigale is definitely on the watch list for me, as well as the MV Augusta F4, but I would really like to see how MV comes out of their production slump first. Any information would be greatly appreciated!
+Terry Sanders Hi Terry, well I'm 5'8" and obviously it's difficult for me to comment on what it would be like for someone else, that said you're not that much taller then me so I would think you would be fIne on one. Best thing of course is to go and ride one, I think you'll be very impressed with the bike overall, I love mine as you gathered.....thanks for watching and for stopping by, all the best - TMF
Like yourself i have the BMW adventure and i also have a 1299 Panigale and people tend to look at the bmw and think what a knob, But on the Ducati i have people going out of there way to say hello and ask about the bike or i am sat at traffic lights and people are looking at it with there mouths open, only major problem with the 1299 is stalling because of the size of the v engine just needs to have the revs a bit higher before letting the clutch out, love the videos BTW
I used to have that stalling issue - the Panigale throttle spacer completely solved it on mine....
@@TheMissendenFlyer I believe so and I went out after seing a video and there was zero play in it, so I opened it up and the spacers have already been done by the previous owner, i think it will be one of those things I have to get used to I guess.
@@subaru5552000 Oh dear, shouldn't be stalling....
@@TheMissendenFlyer its character of the bike I will get used to pulling off with a few more revs
I demo'd an 899 and I could not take the heat to the crotch! It was so hot, I had to stand up at every stop light to get some relief.
I'd definitely invest in some sort of heat shield if I were to buy any version of the panigale.
Wow, was the standard heat shield not fitted to the demo bike? Mine runs warm, but it is only that, warm around the back end - not unbearably hot.....
I cannot say. It may have been a result of the bike being ridden constantly throughout the day.
I just remember my inner thighs, literally, burning!
Would love to take it on the track. Really did enjoy your track video. What program do you use to edit your vids?
+Import916 Thanks, glad you enjoyed it :0) I use Power Director on the PC - not as good as Mac based programs but it's OK for basic stuff like I do.....
Seems to work well enough for you. They look good.
Thanks!
Hows the build quality on these? Have you had many warranty claims on it?
Only had an issue with the OEM chain, see >> ua-cam.com/video/44pkjdNXmQ4/v-deo.html and ua-cam.com/video/Q_oCi1WWWAk/v-deo.html
what do you think about panigale 899 as a beginner's bike? I haven't found any information about this subject and I have my mind set on buying one as my first bike :D
Absolutely not, the bike is a highly performant machine and a new rider would quickly get out of their skill/comfort zone, they are lovely bikes but work up to one, what's the rush? ...keeping alive is the key!
ive bought it and rode it at wet mode , its feels like a 250cc bike with a bit more power .
im a begginer too , 12000 miles and no accident , i might be lucky my friends or maybe it is the age (29)
but i can still recommend it as begginer bike due to electronic supports any day at the week . Id had to decide between yamaha r6 and this . Guess which one i choose right? Simply due to electronic supports and of course caus of the BRAPPP
Im happy with it. Stay safe! That was just my opinion!
Nicholas Radoi dude buy a busa or zx14r
Hi, I've just purchased a 1299 and was wondering how you went about breaking yours in.Nige
This one might help? >> ua-cam.com/video/XCN7gXImnn8/v-deo.html
hey guys is that a good 1st bike? I'm not looking to race with it, just want a nice looking sport Ducati.
No no no no......
It's a beautiful bike! My friend owns one and his big complaint is he needs to rev it up till 7000rpm to get the power and being a V-twin engine it's strange. Don't you think so?
+miguel santa eulalia Hi Miguel, yes I agree that she does really only come alive after 7000 rpm, it's not an issue though (just need to hold onto the gears) and if you do change up before then she doesn't complain, I assume it's just down to gearing/state of tune from Ducati....not sure it's that unusual but I've never had another V twin sports bike to compare it with! Thanks for watching and for stopping by - all the best - TMF
could always change the gearing to a 43/44 tooth to make it punchier no?
Where's the carbon exhaust cover from and is it going discoloured?
+Richard Harris Hi Richard it was from an E-Bay seller (can't recall the name just now but will look it up if you need it).....and no, it's not discolouring at all, very p,lased with it and all the other carbon bits I have on the bike.....cheers - TMF
it seems like the silencer is inside the muffler instead of in the middle of the pipe (or ducati didn't even have that thing XD)
so if I'm going install a slip on exhaust, I better choice a one with silencer to not piss off my neighbor?
I'm new to super sports and my hands are still killing on my 899. I'm obviously doing something wrong because other vloggers seem to be fine. Hopefully time fixes it.
The trick is to use your knees to grip the tank and take the pressure off your wrists (and do plenty of stomach exercises to increase your core strength)....
dont you worry intensly when you leave your bike on the street and its not in your sight?
+JoshIsOffended yup!
+TheMissendenFlyer
How is it with Oxfordshire potholes?
Not great as you can imagine!
can't wait to get one 😜
+Teddy Wiezack You'll love it Teddy - when is she due?
next year. I have an S-thou. trying to sell but might keeper and have two bikes. nice vids!
Thanks Teddy - you can never have too many bikes!
How about the high maintenance cost,
I haven't sampled that yet!
Love the bike and your lunch looked good to what was it?
Thanks Jack - and to be honest the Thame chippy was a bit disappointing, the sausage in batter was a bit more on the chewy side than crisp, so I won't be doing that again!! Thanks for watching once again, all the best - TMF
Well it looked good have a great weekend
Thanks Jack you too - you off riding anywhere??
Just to work and back, getting ready to go to one of our national parks supposed to have a few green lanes/ trails so we will see
Enjoy! (maybe not the work bit perhaps but the green lanes)....
What a beautiful bike. Do you have a instagram for her?
+Nathan Little Eh? I don't have an Instagram for myself!! Thanks for the kind comments, all the best - TMF
If you could let me know please that be great help thanks
It was "CarbonFibreFever" www.ebay.co.uk/usr/carbonfibrefever?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2754 - be warned the exhaust heat shield is a pig to fit (took my Ducati dealer several hours to do, subframe off, the works...fitting cost more than the part!)...
What about maintenance costs?
None so far bar the £600 mile service :0)
#1 They're awesome.
#2 See number one.
End of list.
Like it....
Can u tell is about valve clearance check intervals
Please
According to the manual they need checking at 30,000 miles....
Thats ok then, its req sooner on the bigger brothers, weather actually necessary or nots another matter
indeed....
is it good for beginners?
Err, no, certainly not.....
My brother got the Ducati 848 evo, and he's completely ok with it , he started slow and now he's comfortable with it. I love do the same I ll just change the mode to wet mode and I ll take it slow
what country is this?
England...
Hello TMF, I'm considering trading my '13 street triple r for the 959 pani, would love to hear what you would think of a trade like this, as I know you love both bikes. I also love my STr so much and as you mention in another one of your vids, it is such a great bike it would be extremely difficult to replace with something else, do you think you would be happy swapping your STr for the Pani if you could only have one of them ? I know this is a tough one, thanks for your thoughts !
Yeah that is a tough one - the Pani wins on pose value but the STR is abetter "real world" bike in that it's smoother and more comfortable to ride, depends what's more important to you and what you use the bike for. If I could only have one I'd have the Panigale, but then I also have my GS. If I didn't have the GS then I'd have the STR rather than the Pani...hope that makes sense....
Didnt know Supreme does gasoline!
+Adam Soumayah May need a translation of that one?? :0) Thanks for watching and for stopping by- TMF
Supreme is a skate shop with a lot of hype over anything they make.
ok I was looking at 1199s but the 1200 dollar 15000mile service is scaring me abit.Alot of money
Indeed!
A bike shop in new Zealand quoted me $1400 to do the belts.a friend quoted me $500.....keep away from bike shops!!!!!!
Wow ,thats terrible
Lovely oll son
Cheers guv'ner
It's not just BMW that do heated seats then? Must do a track day on my S1000R sometime. Sorry to hear your sausage was chewy! Ride carefully. Regards, Jon.
Yeah exactly!
Hav eyou tried the 999
Not yet!
I owuld have to see a comparsion review. :) The 999 remnds me of Iron Mans Armour :)
the first thing to know about Ducati is to not be on 3rd gear at 30 km/H x)
Yes a lesson I learned the hard way!! :0)
TheMissendenFlyer why?
Victor Leloup why?
Its not a 4 line cylinders, you make the engine suffering, you can feel and hear it if you ride at low speed with high gear.
Jc David it's shaking as hell on low rpm. That just the thing about ducati. gotta ride fast on them
nice bike i bet thats got more locks on it then a prison haha
You're not wrong ;0)
TheMissendenFlyer haha i had a bike stolen now it has 3 disc locks chain alram and cctv
The 1299 and 899 are completely different. You can't say just Panigale.
Have you ridden both or own both Noah?
TheMissendenFlyer I own the 1299 S and my best mate owns the 899 I've ridden his many times. Most everything is different, from the sound to riding position.
Agree ref Harley and boring GS Riders! Why Bother??
5. It breaks down easily
4. Dashboard freezes at times
3. Overheats easily
2. Rides fast 😈
1. Whole of computer wiring problems.
It's still wonderful though eh?
5: I don't love it
4: Honda CBR is easier
I think Aston Martin is highly overrated
Probably but I'd bet most people who don't have them would readily accept one! :0)
TheMissendenFlyer yes please give me one
1: Expensive
2: Unreliable
3: Expensive
4: Unreliable
5: Sorry for the Panigale fans but don't get butt hurt... because you like a bike that is like a super model but with STDs.
Well I love it!
TheMissendenFlyer
That's good for you, but I'm cheap ass, so I'll stick with GSX-R1000.
I help anytime . Will you tell us of yout first hand experience with what went wrong with your Panigale?
Owned a bunch of 600 and 1000cc ninjas and Yamahas. I've come to the realization.. If you have a good parts shop and get the parts close to cost and do the maintenance/repairs yourself it's well worth owning a ducati over a Japanese bike. You pay a little more but you get a far more interesting and better looking bike. Let's be honest maintenance on any bike is relatively cheap in comparison to up keep on a modern automobile.
12000 road km's on my 959 and not a single thing has gone wrong.
2000 track km's on my 899 and not a single thing has gone wrong.
Don't get butthurt but you don't know what you're talking about.