I purchased the Ducati Multistrada V4S and is the best motorcycle I've ever owned & find that I wanna ride it any chance I get, I've ever duked it out with some sport bikes & surprised myself and them by overtaking the run & while their crouched down I'm cutting through the wind in a way comfortable position. Go Ducati Multistrada V4S, can't say enough about this motorcycle.
I bought into the Multistrada myth back in 2015 with some odd findings: the Sky Hook suspension just wanted to do tank slappies at moderate speeds; the gear indicator would wander between 1st, 2nd and neutral so the engine would suddenly cut out at the lights; the throttle maps in 1st and 2nd meant no power until 16mph then only a tickle so any old lady in a Prius could outdrag you, unless the gear indicator wandered into neutral when you suddenly got full power and wheelied into the car in front; the parts are made out of used cocoa tins, the clutch slave cylinder leaked so you had to bleed it every few weeks; when I did an oil change at 5,000 miles, the pan magnetic drain bolt had a pile of steel shards on it, the longest 3/16 inch; the cost of repairs was astronomic. So I got a 1290 SAS instead... which is great.
I have a 2014 1200S Multi GT, now have 14k on the clock, zero issues (well except for the fuel gauge). I've had many bikes and looked at R1200 GS, K1600 GT, ZX14R before buying the Multi. For a 1 bike to do it all there really is nothing else that comes close.
I won't change lanes without looking over my shoulder but there have been a few occasions where I thought I was alone and was about to make a quick change only to see someone beside me at the last second. That feature would be nice for that I suppose.
I would still like to have a more standard version with a lot less tech and things to go wrong. Cheaper price and then spec up from there. I don’t need a crazy tft or anything. Cruise control and I’d be happy. Standard suspension with easy adjustments....
My thoughts exactly...I currently ride a 2019 cb500x. I just want a bit more power (80 hp+-) , good torque, and cruise control. I hope the new Aprilia tuareg 660 , or the Norden 901 or new honda adv bikes coming will deliver. I don't need loads of tech, just the basics and cruise control.
This is basically why I recently bought a low mileage Tiger 800. Good value, 94hp, cruise control, but doesn't necessarily have the latest and greatest. I'd swap it for the V4S if I had the money, no hesitation at all. But for now, it's all I need for motorway slogs.
@@motobob great choice! I almost bought one over a year ago, awesome bike but I got a better deal on something else but I’ve still loved them and used for the price they are hard to beat!
@MOTOBOB, mate you can't really make any claims about how good an adventure bike without taking it up the side of mountain. Street riding is only a part of adventure riding,. Show us the mud, the rock climbing, the rear brake sliding single track demolishing capabilities of the machine.
Woow Bob! The quality of your recent reviews are probably even more impressive than this bike itself... I was already a fan years ago, but the production quality you put out lately is crazy, other tubers (and even film makers) should make notes! Awesome job, hats off! It must be difficult to constantly improve quality what was already near perfect, we all appreciate that! As for the bike: I think we got to the era where bikes get premium car tech, sure its great to have all that comfort and useful add, but I am maybe a bit oldschool on this, would still prefer a bit of a lack of all comfort tech for the sake of affordability. This might be change when we get to the point where these tech will be added to mid price range bikes...
Appreciate the kind words VC! It’s quite hard work shooting something like this solo, but it’s worth it when you get to edit it all together and have plenty of shots to choose from 👍
I recently test rode the new Africa Twin, GS, Tiger, and the Tenere. Brand aside i loved the Multi the best and bought it. Its the business. Recently been taking it off road and plan to take it to the track. Haha yea thats right. Its a true do anything machine.
I am a big fan of this channel but I think there should be some more info on the downsides on the tested bikes. For instance the V4 fueling in the city and at lower revs in general is atrocious, then there’s also some other less important things like finish and quality on some other stuff on the bike. No bike is perfect and their imperfections should also be mentioned in a review IMHO.
Thanks E! Comfort is decent - not as cushy as the GS. That's the one to go for if you want an armchair with an engine. But I did a good day of riding on the V4S with no problems at all. That said, it's different for everyone as we're all shapes and sizes, so the only way to know for yourself is to demo one :)
I've test rode this bike it's comfy and the power is good but I found it's so balanced you don't feel the speed you are doing and didn't like the exhaust it is way too quiet, let that v4 sound out
I’d probably say GS for comfort, KTM for off road, this for road, and Pan America for charm - really bonded with that bike while I had it. The Tiger 1200 update looks very interesting though!
Wasn't too bad on that day, but it wasn't particularly warm weather. It does have rear cylinder deactivation which helps, but I'd say it's no worse than the v-twins from Harley and KTM.
So why does it leave me cold? I'm sure I'd enjoy riding one but I simply don't want that much power in an adv which I'd be doing a lot of 2 up riding on - I don'twantthe temptation with my lovely wife on the back. I'm probably also in the minority when I say I don't like the styling. The front looks too Angry Bird for me. The toys and gadgets are appealing but wouldn't be a game changer. For the record I ride a Superduke r and a '21 Africa Twin, I'll be upgrading the KTM next year. P.S. don't call me out for criticising the Ducatis looks when I ride a Superduke, it wasn't the looks that hooked me.
I wouldn’t call this an ADV bike at all. It’s an upright sport tourer. This thing really isn’t meant to go off-road at all and it should really have a 17” front wheel
I don't get these so called ADV bikes....that power is wasted on the road and all that electronics?!...I like to ride bikes not computers and control it myself, I've been riding since 1992 and acquired a few skills along the way, tis a shame to waste all that when these bikes ride themselves...as for that gravel 'off road'...any bike will do that including sportbikes. As for the question being is it the best adventure bike, dunno, I've just rode 660 miles in 2 days on a speed twin and loved every minute of the wind in my face!
Want the ultimate adventure bike then get a DR650 or DRZ400..................you are just reiterating marketing bullshit. People who go on 'real adventures' usually end up with one of the above two.
@@pyrodoll2422 I have a KTM 890 ADV while a friend of mine owns this bike...we exchanged a few times, i can confirm this is a fantastic "Road bike", no way it can handle dirt 😉
The adventure on an Italian adventure bike is actually getting home! LOL!! If a MultiSrada got wet, Time for a dealer overhaul. Even after the dealer visit, it needs another dealer visit. One other thing...for the price they are asking it has a CHAIN drive???? I'll stick with my Tiger 1200 and my Pan America Special.
This simply wouldnt last in the bush. Drop it, or have even a single issue in the outback and you are royally screwed. Ive never understood why people want “High tech” adventure bikes. It just seems like a bike for people who make way too much money, like every other Ducati.
Difficult to find the balance sometimes! But plenty more riding vids coming this week - 2021 MB Agustas, Rebel 1100, Indian Chief Dark Horse all in the works. And got the Sportster S coming the week after :)
20 grand plus off road………not really. That said, what a road bike comfortable, fully loaded with that V4 a real long hauler…….but wait a moment fuel capacity is erm interesting - I still want one! Great review / production
As I said I don't think it's the most off-road biased adventure bike by a long stretch, but I also think that a lot of what you're seeing is a result of the awesome stabilisation on the gopro. If the stabilisation was off it'd be shaking around with me, so my body might look more still.
The BMW have a ugly engine the cylinders are out on eatch side it is down for me and the prices on spear part is insane, and to the KLM the front and the lights is so bad looking that i don't have word for it and it looks cheap the whole bike. The Ducati is looking good and it is a nice TFT screen and engine don't need services all the time it is for me a number 1 bike. I am for the Vs2 but maybe i look on the V 4 shal buy a new bike this spring so we se :)
Hate to sound a bit boring but for that amount of money (and it really is an awful lot of money), you could buy any number of really very good condition reliable big second hand ADV machines, spend loads on servicing, re-speccing and updating key components (especially seat and suspension), on accessories and luggage and still have many £thousands left over to cover travel and accommodation for an intercontinental tour! I know, that's really boring... hey ho! (I'll get my coat).
Bit of a clickbait title. It's a pure out and out road touring bike. Let's see you take it on the Lagunas Route in Bolivia. Or even something simple like the gravel of the Carratera Austral. Otherwise it's a nice review for travel on pavement.
there is just something wrong to me about those incredibly expensive, full of tech, and mechanicly complex machines and the idea of going on a road trip in some remote place with no clean asphalt roads. i mean i won't take this to a road trip across africa, or south america.
Probably the best looking adventure style around. Opinions vary exciting motors these days. Some say it isn't exciting until you have 200 rwhp, but not me. Almost every bike out there with what I consider significant horsepower (125+) has so many electronic aids and speed cameras that prevent using them all but impossible but on a race track. Personally I found bikes where you as the rider can fully open and you control the power more fun and exciting. I have ridden at least one over 200 horsepower bike to it's full potential (Zx1400R) and found it's distant grandaddy 1972 Kawasaki 750 a much more exciting ride with just 70ish horsepower. If you can truly master a 100 horsepower bike under 500 pounds on the street (not me) then I view you a rider qualified to make the step up to one of those 200 horsepower monsters for the track but it seems a waste for street riding.
After a nightmare with warranty issues a decade ago on the then new 1200 S I would need convincing that all the high tech would just keep reliably working. Maybe reliability has moved on in the last decade??
I will never do the things the GS, KTM and HD are capable of. The Duc offers the tech and comfort but in a more road focused package. Somewhere between BMW'S GS and S1000XR. I assume. It's a little out of my price range.
I own one proudly and love every single aspect of it. Once I had to cover 1600 miles in less than two days on it and it felt phenomenal! It only becomes really thirsty if you spin it over 90 mph. It has an expected fuel consumption otherwise given its displacement. Love it!
I have a multi nice bike but I have more problem With it then all my other bikes combine and I’ve been riding for 40 years. I would never buy another Ducati because of the maintenance and problems
As an "Adventure" bike I lost interest as soon as he said 6 axis something or other. A tour de force no doubt, but not my idea of a bike I'd want to be somewhere remote on when it all goes wrong (-:
Nice vid of a bike packed with cutting edge electronics from a brand that allegedly has to repair 33% of its products in the first 4 years… 😂. Beautiful looking machine none the less.
Having owned a wide variety of Adventure bikes, my perspective is if you ever end up well off the tarmac, the larger litre+ bikes are not the “ultimate”. If you’re on tarmac only this is a wonderful touring machine. Cannot be beat. I’ve owned Multistrada, Tiger, GS, Scrambler, Ulysses, and now a Guzzi V85tt. The latter took me all over western Canada including highest unpaved road (Grey Creek Pass) and the Seton Portage high line road - Google them. Much more capable than my previous rides. Comes with cruise and luggage too. Ya I cruise at 130 instead of 140 on the Multi but like I said I go places I’d prefer to not go on the Multi anymore.
Book a demo with Cardiff Ducati here: motobob.cc/u/multiv4demo
The bike looks like a bird from an angle
how did you get the top angle of the dealership? did you climb a pole?
I purchased the Ducati Multistrada V4S and is the best motorcycle I've ever owned & find that I wanna ride it any chance I get, I've ever duked it out with some sport bikes & surprised myself and them by overtaking the run & while their crouched down I'm cutting through the wind in a way comfortable position. Go Ducati Multistrada V4S, can't say enough about this motorcycle.
How is reliability two years on? Looking at getting a 3yr old one coming off PCP first owner.
I bought into the Multistrada myth back in 2015 with some odd findings: the Sky Hook suspension just wanted to do tank slappies at moderate speeds; the gear indicator would wander between 1st, 2nd and neutral so the engine would suddenly cut out at the lights; the throttle maps in 1st and 2nd meant no power until 16mph then only a tickle so any old lady in a Prius could outdrag you, unless the gear indicator wandered into neutral when you suddenly got full power and wheelied into the car in front; the parts are made out of used cocoa tins, the clutch slave cylinder leaked so you had to bleed it every few weeks; when I did an oil change at 5,000 miles, the pan magnetic drain bolt had a pile of steel shards on it, the longest 3/16 inch; the cost of repairs was astronomic.
So I got a 1290 SAS instead... which is great.
I have a 2014 1200S Multi GT, now have 14k on the clock, zero issues (well except for the fuel gauge). I've had many bikes and looked at R1200 GS, K1600 GT, ZX14R before buying the Multi. For a 1 bike to do it all there really is nothing else that comes close.
I won't change lanes without looking over my shoulder but there have been a few occasions where I thought I was alone and was about to make a quick change only to see someone beside me at the last second. That feature would be nice for that I suppose.
Have to agree. It sure helps. Drop by mate, you may like it.
I would still like to have a more standard version with a lot less tech and things to go wrong. Cheaper price and then spec up from there. I don’t need a crazy tft or anything. Cruise control and I’d be happy. Standard suspension with easy adjustments....
My thoughts exactly...I currently ride a 2019 cb500x. I just want a bit more power (80 hp+-) , good torque, and cruise control. I hope the new Aprilia tuareg 660 , or the Norden 901 or new honda adv bikes coming will deliver. I don't need loads of tech, just the basics and cruise control.
This is basically why I recently bought a low mileage Tiger 800. Good value, 94hp, cruise control, but doesn't necessarily have the latest and greatest. I'd swap it for the V4S if I had the money, no hesitation at all. But for now, it's all I need for motorway slogs.
@@motobob great choice! I almost bought one over a year ago, awesome bike but I got a better deal on something else but I’ve still loved them and used for the price they are hard to beat!
I agree.
There is a standard version without the electronic suspension etc?
@MOTOBOB, mate you can't really make any claims about how good an adventure bike without taking it up the side of mountain. Street riding is only a part of adventure riding,. Show us the mud, the rock climbing, the rear brake sliding single track demolishing capabilities of the machine.
Thanks Bob. Your videos are always spot on 🎥 👌
Much appreciated! Glad you enjoyed
Woow Bob! The quality of your recent reviews are probably even more impressive than this bike itself...
I was already a fan years ago, but the production quality you put out lately is crazy, other tubers (and even film makers) should make notes!
Awesome job, hats off! It must be difficult to constantly improve quality what was already near perfect, we all appreciate that!
As for the bike: I think we got to the era where bikes get premium car tech, sure its great to have all that comfort and useful add, but I am maybe a bit oldschool on this, would still prefer a bit of a lack of all comfort tech for the sake of affordability. This might be change when we get to the point where these tech will be added to mid price range bikes...
Appreciate the kind words VC! It’s quite hard work shooting something like this solo, but it’s worth it when you get to edit it all together and have plenty of shots to choose from 👍
Do watch Sagar sheldekar review.. it has also amazing 🙌
Superb content as always! 💯
Thanks - appreciate it! 🙏
The ultimate ADV bike will be the pikes peak version with a sensibly sized fuel tank!
You probably can’t afford it so why lament about something you will never experience?
@@doriangray2020 Well you've certainly embarrassed 1 of us! 😂
@@doriangray2020 What a stupid thing to say.
@@stevenkelby2169 😂
@@stevenkelby2169 sorry mate didn’t mean to embarrass you.
Is it possible for you to review the CF Moto 800mt?
Nice review Bob!
It’s a gorgeous looking bike. I wonder what the valve adjustment/check costs now they’ve gone with more common valve train setup.
I think they're out at 60k miles now, methinks that'd be a big number of £s though!
I recently test rode the new Africa Twin, GS, Tiger, and the Tenere. Brand aside i loved the Multi the best and bought it. Its the business. Recently been taking it off road and plan to take it to the track. Haha yea thats right. Its a true do anything machine.
The blind spot should be on ALL bikes. Its that usefull. Even on the sport bikes. Id love that on my Penigale.
I am a big fan of this channel but I think there should be some more info on the downsides on the tested bikes. For instance the V4 fueling in the city and at lower revs in general is atrocious, then there’s also some other less important things like finish and quality on some other stuff on the bike. No bike is perfect and their imperfections should also be mentioned in a review IMHO.
Didn’t he mention it’s atrocious on fuel as well as the high price?
How long was your ride and what was your thought of the comfortness of the riding position? And how did the seat feel? Great content brother!
Thanks E! Comfort is decent - not as cushy as the GS. That's the one to go for if you want an armchair with an engine. But I did a good day of riding on the V4S with no problems at all. That said, it's different for everyone as we're all shapes and sizes, so the only way to know for yourself is to demo one :)
@@motobob thanks for the reply man! Really appreciate it!
I've test rode this bike it's comfy and the power is good but I found it's so balanced you don't feel the speed you are doing and didn't like the exhaust it is way too quiet, let that v4 sound out
Give us a Bonneville Bobber video 🙏
Regards
Joy
Great video as always, how’s the seat height for short riders?
This bike is near or there 10k more than the yamaha tracer gt. Its certainly not 10x the bike having ridden both
You didn't commit to say this or the GS as the best big Aventure bike Rob? Either will do I suspect if money was no object?
I’d probably say GS for comfort, KTM for off road, this for road, and Pan America for charm - really bonded with that bike while I had it. The Tiger 1200 update looks very interesting though!
Four wheel equivalent, a Bentley Bentayga perhaps? It’s a bargain then!? Would be nice to think the tech will quickly dribble down for the rest of us.
can u make review fr... Hypermotorad ❤ plz plz... 😁
"So, If I flick the switch here and look at the dash and, oooh, fcuk-me, a car..."
Is this adv touring?.
Honda africa twin 1100 for me 😎
That's a good shout too. Cracking bike.
Motobob how can you compare this v4 to ktm 1290 sas for fun factor and handling when riding?
V4 multi has some heat issues at rear cylinders. It it true?
Wasn't too bad on that day, but it wasn't particularly warm weather. It does have rear cylinder deactivation which helps, but I'd say it's no worse than the v-twins from Harley and KTM.
And DCT???
I went to my local motorcycle dealer in Malawi, they didn't know what a Ducati was never mind how to service it...
My dream adventure bike. 😞
So why does it leave me cold? I'm sure I'd enjoy riding one but I simply don't want that much power in an adv which I'd be doing a lot of 2 up riding on - I don'twantthe temptation with my lovely wife on the back. I'm probably also in the minority when I say I don't like the styling. The front looks too Angry Bird for me. The toys and gadgets are appealing but wouldn't be a game changer. For the record I ride a Superduke r and a '21 Africa Twin, I'll be upgrading the KTM next year. P.S. don't call me out for criticising the Ducatis looks when I ride a Superduke, it wasn't the looks that hooked me.
Absolutely the 'antithesis' of what a true adventure bike should be, totally NOT cream of the crop.............
Hello nice video brother 👍
Thanks mate!
I wouldn’t call this an ADV bike at all. It’s an upright sport tourer. This thing really isn’t meant to go off-road at all and it should really have a 17” front wheel
Wow all the doo das!
I'd like to see what happens when the car in front of you slams on the breaks.
What a bike but.... the 950S makes more sense
I don't get these so called ADV bikes....that power is wasted on the road and all that electronics?!...I like to ride bikes not computers and control it myself, I've been riding since 1992 and acquired a few skills along the way, tis a shame to waste all that when these bikes ride themselves...as for that gravel 'off road'...any bike will do that including sportbikes. As for the question being is it the best adventure bike, dunno, I've just rode 660 miles in 2 days on a speed twin and loved every minute of the wind in my face!
Want the ultimate adventure bike then get a DR650 or DRZ400..................you are just reiterating marketing bullshit. People who go on 'real adventures' usually end up with one of the above two.
Great review, as always, Bob. I recently collected my own V4S for all the pros you mentioned of it: ua-cam.com/video/5lC8xy6IloI/v-deo.html
But the Ducati is not that reliable
Heavy pigs.
It is so ugly and probably terrible offroad
The bike has far too much technology; I don't like the jacket; I like the gloves. Beautiful bike, though.
Expensive and ugly...
Who, your mum?
@@stevenkelby2169 No, his sister.
@@timohansson3674 Not my sister, she's cheap! 😂
This is not an ADV bike, it's a very good "road only" bike 😉
My thoughts too.
@@pyrodoll2422 I have a KTM 890 ADV while a friend of mine owns this bike...we exchanged a few times, i can confirm this is a fantastic "Road bike", no way it can handle dirt 😉
Everyone's adventure is different. For most its road only.
@Es1911sumware Soooo...what? Are you 12yo? 😂 C'mon GTFO
@Es1911sumware You're right about losers, you're the number one, nobody asked you the "fantasy list" of desired bikes, save it for Santa this year 😂
Looks like the game "Angry Birds"
Any new news about the Desert X ?
Good job. Have to try one. You got my like here.
The adventure on an Italian adventure bike is actually getting home! LOL!! If a MultiSrada got wet, Time for a dealer overhaul. Even after the dealer visit, it needs another dealer visit. One other thing...for the price they are asking it has a CHAIN drive???? I'll stick with my Tiger 1200 and my Pan America Special.
This simply wouldnt last in the bush. Drop it, or have even a single issue in the outback and you are royally screwed. Ive never understood why people want “High tech” adventure bikes. It just seems like a bike for people who make way too much money, like every other Ducati.
Friend has one. Only does about 35 mpg. Hardly much adventuring when you've to stop so often . Overpriced too
Great to see you riding for a change. Thanks for another good video......Sal : )
Difficult to find the balance sometimes! But plenty more riding vids coming this week - 2021 MB Agustas, Rebel 1100, Indian Chief Dark Horse all in the works. And got the Sportster S coming the week after :)
Ducati will always be The Ducati😍😍
I Love It !!!
I'd love it if Ducati fitted the engine from this bike into the Supersport👍
20 grand plus off road………not really.
That said, what a road bike comfortable, fully loaded with that V4 a real long hauler…….but wait a moment fuel capacity is erm interesting - I still want one! Great review / production
suspension must be crap your body was shaking like sh....t on the gravel road?
As I said I don't think it's the most off-road biased adventure bike by a long stretch, but I also think that a lot of what you're seeing is a result of the awesome stabilisation on the gopro. If the stabilisation was off it'd be shaking around with me, so my body might look more still.
Love your reviews mate 🤘 Shouldn’t there be a MOTOBOB x MOTO MARVELOUS collab? 😉🙏
The BMW have a ugly engine the cylinders are out on eatch side it is down for me and the prices on spear part is insane, and to the KLM the front and the lights is so bad looking that i don't have word for it and it looks cheap the whole bike. The Ducati is looking good and it is a nice TFT screen and engine don't need services all the time it is for me a number 1 bike. I am for the Vs2 but maybe i look on the V 4 shal buy a new bike this spring so we se :)
Don't wanna jinx myself but the Ducati Multistrada V4S has been flawless, just fuel & oil changes, getting new tires next season
Awesome amazing fantastic superb marvelous magic
Hate to sound a bit boring but for that amount of money (and it really is an awful lot of money), you could buy any number of really very good condition reliable big second hand ADV machines, spend loads on servicing, re-speccing and updating key components (especially seat and suspension), on accessories and luggage and still have many £thousands left over to cover travel and accommodation for an intercontinental tour!
I know, that's really boring... hey ho! (I'll get my coat).
Please do a review on Indian super chief limited
Chief Dark Horse review coming this week :) Super Chief is on the list!
I'm getting confused between the bmw r18 classic and the super chief limited 😆
Bit of a clickbait title. It's a pure out and out road touring bike. Let's see you take it on the Lagunas Route in Bolivia. Or even something simple like the gravel of the Carratera Austral. Otherwise it's a nice review for travel on pavement.
Why should that be a problem? Spokes , TKC 80 and enduro mode , same as any of the big adv bikes.
There's no "ultimative" ADV-Bike, because the "Adventures" are as different as the tools.
Nice bike and top review
Ducati MTS V4S is best clearly...
I'm not too familiar with adventure bikes but can you put cases on them?
there is just something wrong to me about those incredibly expensive, full of tech, and mechanicly complex machines and the idea of going on a road trip in some remote place with no clean asphalt roads. i mean i won't take this to a road trip across africa, or south america.
So most of the owners won't do that. So it's perfekt for them and perhaps not for you.
Please explain your audio input to the video.
Probably the best looking adventure style around. Opinions vary exciting motors these days. Some say it isn't exciting until you have 200 rwhp, but not me. Almost every bike out there with what I consider significant horsepower (125+) has so many electronic aids and speed cameras that prevent using them all but impossible but on a race track.
Personally I found bikes where you as the rider can fully open and you control the power more fun and exciting. I have ridden at least one over 200 horsepower bike to it's full potential (Zx1400R) and found it's distant grandaddy 1972 Kawasaki 750 a much more exciting ride with just 70ish horsepower.
If you can truly master a 100 horsepower bike under 500 pounds on the street (not me) then I view you a rider qualified to make the step up to one of those 200 horsepower monsters for the track but it seems a waste for street riding.
That is a stunning bike. Let’s hope the other manufacturers take some pointers on the tech and design. Would love to see this in a gs or tiger
Ooof can't wait for that new Tiger 1200...
I think the BMW C650GT had/has blind spot sensors.
Fair play! I googled it and you're right. 6 years ago too!
hungry haters attack...
After a nightmare with warranty issues a decade ago on the then new 1200 S I would need convincing that all the high tech would just keep reliably working. Maybe reliability has moved on in the last decade??
Superb video.. go on
Thanks mate! Appreciate it
Really liked the variety of shots in this. Seamless.
Cool
4:03 and 4:13 due to those urine bottles is why i won't buy that bike.
Nice review ✌
I will never do the things the GS, KTM and HD are capable of. The Duc offers the tech and comfort but in a more road focused package. Somewhere between BMW'S GS and S1000XR. I assume. It's a little out of my price range.
I own one proudly and love every single aspect of it. Once I had to cover 1600 miles in less than two days on it and it felt phenomenal! It only becomes really thirsty if you spin it over 90 mph. It has an expected fuel consumption otherwise given its displacement. Love it!
I have a multi nice bike but I have more problem With it then all my other bikes combine and I’ve been riding for 40 years. I would never buy another Ducati because of the maintenance and problems
Great bike but cant get past the "brown" engine parts. Really spoils the looks IMO. Honda had the same on their CBR1000R range i
I would say that this compares to the s1000 XR and the SuperDuke GT, not the 1250 GS nor the SuperAdventure.
Funny that you mentioned the Pan America but never included it in the power comparo infographic. Or anywhere else, for that matter.
Always thoughtful and insightful. Out of curiosity, how did you get the aerial shot going out and back in to the dealer ?
I would and do occasionally take my 1150 and 1250GSA offroad confidently but not this thing
You didn't mention the 'as you lean forward in sport mode' the bike accelerates. Then when you lean back it brakes.
I just bought one yesterday. It's an absolutely amazing bike
solid video. Does it have Carplay (the AF twin has this and its a big draw for me)
Look at what a used Ducati trade for befor you buy one don’t hold its value
It’s good that you finally got into the review over 3 minutes in!
it's a ducati I'm sure the second it will see off road its stop working.
This is a bike that it controls you not the vice-versa
Damn, that jacket looks well nice 👍
As an "Adventure" bike I lost interest as soon as he said 6 axis something or other. A tour de force no doubt, but not my idea of a bike I'd want to be somewhere remote on when it all goes wrong (-:
Good for you then. Luckily Ducati didn’t force you to buy it.
Nice vid of a bike packed with cutting edge electronics from a brand that allegedly has to repair 33% of its products in the first 4 years… 😂. Beautiful looking machine none the less.
Having owned a wide variety of Adventure bikes, my perspective is if you ever end up well off the tarmac, the larger litre+ bikes are not the “ultimate”.
If you’re on tarmac only this is a wonderful touring machine. Cannot be beat.
I’ve owned Multistrada, Tiger, GS, Scrambler, Ulysses, and now a Guzzi V85tt. The latter took me all over western Canada including highest unpaved road (Grey Creek Pass) and the Seton Portage high line road - Google them. Much more capable than my previous rides. Comes with cruise and luggage too. Ya I cruise at 130 instead of 140 on the Multi but like I said I go places I’d prefer to not go on the Multi anymore.
and the one thats most expensive with the smallest range - looks pretty though