Great review dude! Earlier this year I realized I had gotten tired of riding Harley's...just lost interest in strong-arming a 900 pound land-yacht up and down the roads here in the U.S. Decided I wanted to ride something sportier, but had no interest in any kind of crotch-rocket...was thinking about a BMW adventure-sport...went to look at one, wasn't impressed. Turned around and saw a 2017 Duc MTS 950 and was knocked outta my socks. It was one of those classic "love at first sight" sorta moments. I had to wait over a month for the winter to clear enough to take it out for a test ride, and this was a video I watched multiple times (even though it is a review of the 2019 MTS 950) while I waited. I loved it so much that I bought it later the same day I rode it. it is now my primary mode of transport, I only drive my Jeep if the weather is bad, or I have to haul something. After racking up over 5,000 miles on my Ducati I can attest to how much of a blast it is to ride...and I can't fathom ever going back to riding a lumbering Harley. The Ducati does pretty much anything you could ask it to do, and does it extremely well. And let me tell you, here in central Illinois, the bike gets a lot of positive comments on its looks from other bikers when sitting at a stoplight. In the context of my 40+ years of riding, it is the perfect bike (for me, at least).
Hey rider!! Funny you should tell this story!! 2 weeks ago, my multistrada parked at the bar, I hear the rumble of American iron!! Guy sits next to me and asks if that is my Ducati outside. He asked me how i liked it, I replied " the first 40.000 miles have been good, I think I will keep it!! He tells me that the "HARLEY THING " was getting old and was thinking maybe sports touring. Told him I think he should sit on it since he was 6'3 . Showed him the riding modes and suspension stuff ! I think he dug it!! Here is a video on my Ducati, hope you enjoy it!!😎😎 ua-cam.com/video/r2p9mr19-QQ/v-deo.html
As a result of your review I test rode both the 1260s and the 950s I'm pleased to say that I have just collected the 950s and absolutely love it. I agree with all you've said in the review the 1260s I'm sure for some would be great but I have to say the 950 is more than capable. Such a rewarding engine and in my opinion it's all you need for the road. Great review John very much appreciated its resulted in me getting what I think is the best bike for me without your honest review I would probably have gone for the 1260. Keep it up pal
Richard Williams ah mate, thanks for that. It’s easy to get caught up arguing with people in the comments section, I forget that there are people out there that enjoy this stuff. I’m glad the review was useful to you, enjoy the bike.
I like the format of your review. Telling us about the experience and only reeling off specs when relevant is the way to go. Keep up the good work. Subscribed.
I have only ridden a 2018 950 but it was so much better than I expected. I own a Versys 650 and Tiger 800, never have owned a Ducati, but I would buy the 950 Multi. The engine induction noise alone is intoxicating enough, but the bike is comfortable and extremely competent. I’m sure the Skyhook suspension is fantastic, but the standard fork/shock combo work very well. Many assume the 1200 or 1260 is the obvious choice and the better bike, but they haven’t ridden the 950. You are correct in your assertion that it’s the best one. I really must try the 950S.
Great review. Used yours before I bought my Multi950 and after 3 months I can say your review is spot on. Also for those in doubt... dont be... You will love it! Solid upgrade after my Triumph Street Triple R. 👊🏼
Great review, here we are sat in a pandemic, I have just sold my s1000xr and looking for my next companion, 950s near the top.. any other maybe in May 2020??...
I just had a 30000km maintenance quoted on a 950S and its about 1500$+tx here in Canada (valves, oil, coolant, spark plugs, etc). Something to consider depending on how much riding you do in a season.
Great review !!! I have just get mine in Brazil. In my opinion multistrada 950s w spoked wheels is the best ducati I ever ride, in terms of pleasure and practicality... corners are the best part of it !!! Cheers
Another superb review presentation without any mc marketing BS spin and personal impressions based on your own experience not a press release. I specifically like how you said that you had no idea about off-road because it was not part of your ride time. I wonder where some of the others got their off-road impressions :D other than fertile imaginations. Please keep up the good work and thanks!
A bike i would love to own if there were dealerships close by but unfortunately there isn't! Close to a 5 hour round trip to the closest in my area! I opted for the Honda Africa Twin which I'm happy with!
Only thing is, I don't think you can fit a slip-on to this (or a cheap full system like Delkevic) - but you could with e.g. a 2018 950. Not sure what the best options would be to make it sound better??
Great bikes but to sell more the price needs to be more competitive and the spares and accessories need to take a lot less time to arrive .I very nearly got last years model and to be honest it was only the seat height that was an issue .I settled for a crossrunner instead ,ok less electronics but has everything I need and substantially cheaper loaded with extras . However seeing your review just reminded me why I loved the multi ,so if my legs grow 3" I'll probably have one . Nice review cheers
Linked brakes are interesting. Had a Guzzi Spada with a simple mechanical system: you could stand on the foot pedal and come to a fairly rapid stable stop with one front disc and the back disc activated. If you really needed to pin it, you just added some second front disc with your right hand. Simple, reliable and effective for easy use.
Did test the mv a whole day, and despite not testing the 950s i had ride the older 950, and still the regular 950 is already a better bike than the mv, dont get me wrong the mv is a great bike, especially ig you prefer triples ( or even inlines 4) smothness, i like vtwins (l twin as ducati calls its engines) especially on this type of bike whick the torque is usefull on low rpm, id take the 950 for sure
Great review, it really is a belter, perfect for the crappy roads in this country yet a great touring machine for the continent too, get the comfort seat if you're a taller rider then all is good.
@@Speedytrip I'm 6ft (183cm) and the comfort seat was a must for me. Can't comment on the comfort V's 1250 as I had the original 950 not the S with no electronic suspension. I now have a 1290 SAS which is even more comfortable, but the 950 handles better than the KTM.
Thank you for the review! Which one would be your choice between f900xr, tracer900gt and multistrada 950s. I heard that on 950 version, there is a gear box downshift problem and engine overheating problem. Is this one fine or you had the same experiences? Thank you.
Thanks for the informative review. By the way the 'I' in IMU stands for inertial not internal. And while there are only 3 axes (roll, pitch yaw) of motion, the six-axis refers to a solid-state accelerometer and a separate gyro being on each of these axes measuring velocity and rotational forces. Some vehicles might have a magnetometer too (looking at heading) giving you a 9-axis IMU!
There’s always something I say in every review that I slip up on, this was one of those. I also called the 900 Tracer a GT900 Tracer as well. I’m very much aware of what an IMU is and how they work, despite me sounding like a mumbling twit in the piece.
Real good review. Love the naturalness of all your reviews. Which bike should I go for mate...tiger 800 xcx or multi Strada 950? Appreciate your response
Kickstart Edwards yep, I would. If I could ride the new S1000RR without worrying about it being stolen, I’d go for that. As things stand where I live, this 950 would be pretty much perfect
Good review, sounds like Ducati have finally fixed all the faults of the first gen of the 950 Multi, and there was a few! I had one of the first 950 Multis and before i picked it up (from new) the gearbox was in bits because the gear selector wouldnt work properly in top. After 12 months of ownwership i have had the following faults: Fork seal blown, front brake caliper pipe chaffing, second gearbox strip to fix selector, screen mount vibrations...repaired, clutch when cold was either in or out no in between, very scary pulling way from a junction in heavy traffic. Recalll on a coolant pipe, stalling motor when pulling away from cold, also not nice. Other generic faults, soft front suspension, lump low down. Other than that it was a great bike! But i wouldnt buy anther Ducati. Sorry....
Great review... one comment is that you can get 950 like power by adjusting your 12x0 to its low power mode. I found that in that mode the bigger multi feels very close to the 950 (weight is very close between the two). If you feel like 160hp is too much for most street riding but you may want it available for track days or for occasional spirited street riding then that would give you the best of both worlds (lower but entirely usable power for routine riding and higher power for shenanigans). If you're SURE that you'll be content with 110hp then the 950 is a great option - the new S has nearly everything available on the bigger brother. I can attest to the fact that (even for a guy who likes riding hard occasionally) I would not often notice the power difference during 95% of my riding.
Hi great review. Question if you’re on the market of looking for bikes these category all rounder would you choose mts 950s over the bmw 1250gs? What are your thoughts thank you
if you do long journeys with pillion, get the GS. if you need a everyday bike good in the city good with touring 1 up get the multi950. its still capable 2 up. just less roomy
Why didn't Ducati offer a 17 inch cast wheel for this bike. If you wanted to do any "off roading" you could opt for the 19 spoke. Seems like it could be a better canyon carver with the 17 inch front likes it bigger brother the 1260.
No most Ducati's are wet these days... and while I lust after an older air cooled multi I'd be the first to admit they're not the prettiest Duc's ever made.
Since every rider is different I never tell folks "It's fine"... because if you go insane at the little things then Ducati isn't for you. I've had the bike in for warranty stuff at least 4 or 5 times, things like the seat staples coming out, recall on the sending unit for the fuel gage, broken pannier mount... annoyances. However it's not left me stranded once, which is my personal metric for reliable. @@shahrimanjohann9283
Those timea are gone, 40k miles done on a mts 1200, only issue was a blown oil seal on fork, but that is a regular wear problem, happens on almost every bike. Ducati is owned and supervised by volkwagon now, german qa standards
This bike is gorgeous and I think it makes way more sense than the 1260. More power isn't always better imo. Much more satisfying using all of the engines performance on the road especially when it sounds as nice as the ducati.
Ugly? Yes, the original MultiStrada was rather aesthetically challenged. BUT, aside from that it was/is a lovely bike with excellent street riding power, outstanding handling and superb brakes.
I have 2017 multi ! I am 60 years old! In my time 80 hk was koko! I use the 75 hk and its ok!! Tried one time sport! I was in 170 km before I look down!! ! Its not a Mc for old people! I was koko when I was young! I guess I am it now to!!!
Man, if I could get a real garage with real space, I'm pretty sure this 950S would join space with my MT-09 as a well-rounded two bike setup, one for hooligan and another for distance and travel. I had a DL1000XT and I ultimately didn't like it that much. I think the 950S has a lot more of what the V-Strom lacked: power, technology, sporting pretensions (brakes, lean angle, lineage, quickshifter, etc).
8.45 - You're adding preload with those settings, not firmness. Preload is to maintain rake/trail due to changes in load and setting up the suspension for adequate travel, both ways (SAG). Damping changes the firmness or softness of suspension. Stick it on two up with luggage and you are just raising the rear end of the bike, shortening the trail and making the bike turn in quicker. It has nothing to do with firmness.
Terry Cox firmness is how I would describe the feeling/response to increasing the preload, so I did. I saw on another 950 Multi review that you’re claiming you’ve found another journo that doesn’t understand suspension. I think you’re wrong.
John Hogan - yes, I don’t think so John. You’re not alone, many many people misunderstand what the effect of preload changes are and what it is for. In what way do you think the suspension is stiffer/softer by raising or lowering preload? How does that work mechanically (because at the end of the day the electronics just works on a mechanical spring). Is it possible your preload setup on that bike is also linked to the damping setting and it is changing damping as well as preload? Maybe that is the case in which case I would be wrong and owe you an apology.
@@terenceokeeffesmotorcyclestuff The load setting chosen is linked to the damping circuit in the Skyhook algorithm. For one the rebound circuit is altered and I'd suspect that the compression is too. You can also customize your damping (5 levels; standard/soft/softest/hard/hardest) in each of the ride mode on those bikes. I own a Multi Enduro 1200 and the suspension is pretty much the same even if there's been improvement in the algorithm and the way you adjust them thru the dash interface.
Lol! You should now ride a 1000DS or similar and I suspect you’d be surprised how similar its virtues are. And this is a Ducati from more than 10 years ago. Appreciate you don’t like the looks and obviously it doesn’t have the electronics but the fundamentals are definitely there.
MidLifeMotorbikeSafety Heated grips come with one of the optional packages or can be ordered separately. They are not standard equipment, at least not in the States. I didn’t see any option for a heated seat at all.
Awesome video!! :) I had a 1200 Multi and also a 950 Multi. Now I have a V4 Pani, a motorcycle with sooo much power, that for my riding stile, it works more as a mobile piece of art than as a fun machine for the streets. Having said that, I would like to own the off-spring of a Multi 950 with a V4 pani. Maybe a Multi 750 V4. :)
@@MariaFernanda-zn2nk Lol... decisions decisions... both great choices (I'd opt for the adv but that's because I've not been bitten by the supermoto bug (yet).
nice to see ducati doing so well in the hands of audi , there producing some quality bikes along with triumph for that matter ensuring a strong future , triumph not perfect yet but there getting there, hope they keep it up
I don’t know what 113bhp means John but it might be 84kw... (Btw 6.7litres/100km = 42 imp mpg. Hope the other journos didn’t think you rode too English! ; ) Spanish roads are biking heaven. Now if only Ducati made a shaft drive Multi I’d give serious thought to trading in my R1200R boxer. Mounting that pillion looks like the other half would have to grow her legs a little tho. Anyway, great vid, a welcome lack of waffle, and just the right length. A subscription tick.
You said you've driven everyone How does the regular 950 without skyhook feel compared to the 950 S Would you even notice the difference commuting or just cruising around town on smooth pavement I think it's just one more thing to break, and the bike cost 25% more You could get a regular v4 for a couple grand over the 950 S Where I live Multistrada 950 $16,495 Multistrada 950 S $20,445 Multistrada V4 170 hp $22,395 I think for bombing around town, I would get the regular 950, Less to buy, less things to break, and I really don't think I need 170 hp and a more complicated engine, 2 more cylinders to work on The regular 950 would still be, fun as hell to ride, compared to the 950 S and the V4
I have a 2016 950s, I’ve owned for 6 years, and love it, apart from the seat. I’ve sat on more comfortable park benches, what’s the new seat like? I now ride it with cycle shorts , which help That’s the only thing I can complain about. ( been on European tours and iron butt rides around the uk,) Soft seat is useless, Great review, glad you’ve not been a poser and pulled wheelies, specially with loads of foreign journalists around you, 😂😂😂
seat height is so important I have 29-in inseam and I really like this bike but man it just seems too tall for uneven surfaces, like intersections and driveways something with the an incline
Loved my Ducati Multistrada 1200, but it stayed in the shop for months. My advice is to get the base model because the electronic suspension (which is pretty amazing when it works) will leave you in limp mode.
Great review dude! Earlier this year I realized I had gotten tired of riding Harley's...just lost interest in strong-arming a 900 pound land-yacht up and down the roads here in the U.S. Decided I wanted to ride something sportier, but had no interest in any kind of crotch-rocket...was thinking about a BMW adventure-sport...went to look at one, wasn't impressed. Turned around and saw a 2017 Duc MTS 950 and was knocked outta my socks. It was one of those classic "love at first sight" sorta moments. I had to wait over a month for the winter to clear enough to take it out for a test ride, and this was a video I watched multiple times (even though it is a review of the 2019 MTS 950) while I waited. I loved it so much that I bought it later the same day I rode it. it is now my primary mode of transport, I only drive my Jeep if the weather is bad, or I have to haul something. After racking up over 5,000 miles on my Ducati I can attest to how much of a blast it is to ride...and I can't fathom ever going back to riding a lumbering Harley. The Ducati does pretty much anything you could ask it to do, and does it extremely well. And let me tell you, here in central Illinois, the bike gets a lot of positive comments on its looks from other bikers when sitting at a stoplight. In the context of my 40+ years of riding, it is the perfect bike (for me, at least).
Hey rider!! Funny you should tell this story!! 2 weeks ago, my multistrada parked at the bar, I hear the rumble of American iron!! Guy sits next to me and asks if that is my Ducati outside. He asked me how i liked it, I replied " the first 40.000 miles have been good, I think I will keep it!! He tells me that the "HARLEY THING " was getting old and was thinking maybe sports touring. Told him I think he should sit on it since he was 6'3 . Showed him the riding modes and suspension stuff ! I think he dug it!! Here is a video on my Ducati, hope you enjoy it!!😎😎 ua-cam.com/video/r2p9mr19-QQ/v-deo.html
Harley must make like 90% profit margin on those ancient chariots.
As a result of your review I test rode both the 1260s and the 950s I'm pleased to say that I have just collected the 950s and absolutely love it. I agree with all you've said in the review the 1260s I'm sure for some would be great but I have to say the 950 is more than capable. Such a rewarding engine and in my opinion it's all you need for the road.
Great review John very much appreciated its resulted in me getting what I think is the best bike for me without your honest review I would probably have gone for the 1260. Keep it up pal
Richard Williams ah mate, thanks for that. It’s easy to get caught up arguing with people in the comments section, I forget that there are people out there that enjoy this stuff. I’m glad the review was useful to you, enjoy the bike.
I like the format of your review. Telling us about the experience and only reeling off specs when relevant is the way to go. Keep up the good work. Subscribed.
Thanks Nicolas
Great review! As a soon-to-be 950 myself, I really appreciate the time you took to make this review. Well done.
Great review John cheers, always love your work...yerself and Chris are probably the best out there 👍
Another great review John!
I have only ridden a 2018 950 but it was so much better than I expected. I own a Versys 650 and Tiger 800, never have owned a Ducati, but I would buy the 950 Multi. The engine induction noise alone is intoxicating enough, but the bike is comfortable and extremely competent. I’m sure the Skyhook suspension is fantastic, but the standard fork/shock combo work very well. Many assume the 1200 or 1260 is the obvious choice and the better bike, but they haven’t ridden the 950. You are correct in your assertion that it’s the best one. I really must try the 950S.
Excellent review, always John.
Great bike i have the 2018. Please continue to wheelie in all your reviews. Thank you for level of excellance.
Great review. Used yours before I bought my Multi950 and after 3 months I can say your review is spot on.
Also for those in doubt... dont be... You will love it!
Solid upgrade after my Triumph Street Triple R. 👊🏼
It's awesome to see those guys building Ducatis. I bet the Italian people are proud to be working on a machine like this!
Great review and impressive riding through the bends
Love your style - really helpful and interesting.
Best bike reviews on YT.
Thanks Michael
Great review. Straight forward and honest. I'm planning on test driving a MTS 950 this week at my local Ducati dealer.
Enjoy, let us know what you think.
I didn't know jack about bikes until my small sister got a BMW gx650. And now I like how you review the bikes.
Very nice review. I'm looking forward to when they come State side shortly and have a go in one.
Excellent down to earth review.
Its a great bike, I had a 2017 950 and upgraded to a 2019 950S Spoked wheels and love it, a superb bike
You have peaked the interest of this 2010 Multi 1200S owner. Great review amigo!
So is your interest " PIKES PEAKED "🤣🤣🤣🤣 if you are keen, check out my bike! ua-cam.com/video/r2p9mr19-QQ/v-deo.html
Fantastic review!
Best review ever, well done to you.....
Great review! How would this compare to the new Tiger 900 GT Pro, or vice versa?
Great reviews keep it up.
great video thanks!! what do you think for duo well loaded to go on a road trip? enough power? is it confortable?
Great Review!!! I have a question.. can i drive this Motorcycle off road same like the BMW 850 gs or the KTM 1090r ? thanks!
FANTASTIC REVIEW . Convinced me to go 950s rather than the 950. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺👍
I'm glad to hear that valve adjustments are not so frequent.
Keep up the good work mate
Great review but why the hate for the original Multi?
Great review, here we are sat in a pandemic, I have just sold my s1000xr and looking for my next companion, 950s near the top.. any other maybe in May 2020??...
What a great Review!
I just had a 30000km maintenance quoted on a 950S and its about 1500$+tx here in Canada (valves, oil, coolant, spark plugs, etc). Something to consider depending on how much riding you do in a season.
Could you please share your thoughts comparing to the new Tiger 900? Thank you.
yeah, wheelie on Goldwing told me it's expensive LOL great review.
Are they ever going to do the 950 enduro?
Great review !!! I have just get mine in Brazil. In my opinion multistrada 950s w spoked wheels is the best ducati I ever ride, in terms of pleasure and practicality... corners are the best part of it !!! Cheers
So composed and to the point ! great review ! thanks much ! :)
Thanks
What are the advantages/disadvantages of normal cast wheels vs spoke wire wheels?
Another superb review presentation without any mc marketing BS spin and personal impressions based on your own experience not a press release. I specifically like how you said that you had no idea about off-road because it was not part of your ride time. I wonder where some of the others got their off-road impressions :D other than fertile imaginations. Please keep up the good work and thanks!
I have never liked the look of the Ducatis, but this one is a big YES!!
A bike i would love to own if there were dealerships close by but unfortunately there isn't! Close to a 5 hour round trip to the closest in my area! I opted for the Honda Africa Twin which I'm happy with!
Let's forget about the bike for a minute, your review makes the bike (whichever brand it is) so damn desirable! Hands down awesome.
I love my 2004 100DS, Love the dry clutch and air cooled. Works for me and sounds like a Duke should!👍👍👍
Only thing is, I don't think you can fit a slip-on to this (or a cheap full system like Delkevic) - but you could with e.g. a 2018 950. Not sure what the best options would be to make it sound better??
Perfect first bike for me
Nice review, I just wish a bit more was said about the suspensions...would you say its smooth on rough roads if set to most comfortable setting?
It absolutely is.
You sound a little like Ricky Gervais. Great review!
Great bikes but to sell more the price needs to be more competitive and the spares and accessories need to take a lot less time to arrive .I very nearly got last years model and to be honest it was only the seat height that was an issue .I settled for a crossrunner instead ,ok less electronics but has everything I need and substantially cheaper loaded with extras . However seeing your review just reminded me why I loved the multi ,so if my legs grow 3" I'll probably have one . Nice review cheers
Linked brakes are interesting. Had a Guzzi Spada with a simple mechanical system: you could stand on the foot pedal and come to a fairly rapid stable stop with one front disc and the back disc activated. If you really needed to pin it, you just added some second front disc with your right hand. Simple, reliable and effective for easy use.
What about the heat around your legs and seat
Who's the genius that incorporated the turn signals in the bark buster hand protectors??
It's 42mpg when rounded up at 13:50
as always first class , and just for the record , wheelie's rock . and i wouldn't trust any fucking that didn't .. keep it up !!!
How is it comparing with the mv agusta tourismo veloce?
Please someone with the experience of this bike, comment, thx
Did test the mv a whole day, and despite not testing the 950s i had ride the older 950, and still the regular 950 is already a better bike than the mv, dont get me wrong the mv is a great bike, especially ig you prefer triples ( or even inlines 4) smothness, i like vtwins (l twin as ducati calls its engines) especially on this type of bike whick the torque is usefull on low rpm, id take the 950 for sure
ktm Adv R review please
Seems like i have finaly found a worthy successor of the versys 650......dang i need to ride this thing....
Great review, it really is a belter, perfect for the crappy roads in this country yet a great touring machine for the continent too, get the comfort seat if you're a taller rider then all is good.
@YeOldOak How tall are you? And would you say the suspensions are as comfortable as a 1250gs? Thanks!
@@Speedytrip I'm 6ft (183cm) and the comfort seat was a must for me. Can't comment on the comfort V's 1250 as I had the original 950 not the S with no electronic suspension. I now have a 1290 SAS which is even more comfortable, but the 950 handles better than the KTM.
Thank you for the review! Which one would be your choice between f900xr, tracer900gt and multistrada 950s. I heard that on 950 version, there is a gear box downshift problem and engine overheating problem. Is this one fine or you had the same experiences? Thank you.
I would be interested in the replies to this too.
@@mikehamilton9128 I have the f900xr now and I'm very happy with it so far but never had the chance to try ducati.
Thanks for the informative review.
By the way the 'I' in IMU stands for inertial not internal. And while there are only 3 axes (roll, pitch yaw) of motion, the six-axis refers to a solid-state accelerometer and a separate gyro being on each of these axes measuring velocity and rotational forces. Some vehicles might have a magnetometer too (looking at heading) giving you a 9-axis IMU!
Yay were into Quad copter FC's..................
There’s always something I say in every review that I slip up on, this was one of those. I also called the 900 Tracer a GT900 Tracer as well. I’m very much aware of what an IMU is and how they work, despite me sounding like a mumbling twit in the piece.
The same sort of stuff found in cell phones these days.
I want one!
Real good review. Love the naturalness of all your reviews. Which bike should I go for mate...tiger 800 xcx or multi Strada 950? Appreciate your response
Rakesh Enganti no one can tell you which bike to go for. Book yourself test rides on both. You’ll know then!
John would this be your top bike of 2019 so far on the basis of only having one bike to cover a bit of everthing
Kickstart Edwards yep, I would. If I could ride the new S1000RR without worrying about it being stolen, I’d go for that. As things stand where I live, this 950 would be pretty much perfect
Good review, sounds like Ducati have finally fixed all the faults of the first gen of the 950 Multi, and there was a few! I had one of the first 950 Multis and before i picked it up (from new) the gearbox was in bits because the gear selector wouldnt work properly in top. After 12 months of ownwership i have had the following faults: Fork seal blown, front brake caliper pipe chaffing, second gearbox strip to fix selector, screen mount vibrations...repaired, clutch when cold was either in or out no in between, very scary pulling way from a junction in heavy traffic. Recalll on a coolant pipe, stalling motor when pulling away from cold, also not nice. Other generic faults, soft front suspension, lump low down. Other than that it was a great bike! But i wouldnt buy anther Ducati. Sorry....
Great review... one comment is that you can get 950 like power by adjusting your 12x0 to its low power mode. I found that in that mode the bigger multi feels very close to the 950 (weight is very close between the two). If you feel like 160hp is too much for most street riding but you may want it available for track days or for occasional spirited street riding then that would give you the best of both worlds (lower but entirely usable power for routine riding and higher power for shenanigans). If you're SURE that you'll be content with 110hp then the 950 is a great option - the new S has nearly everything available on the bigger brother. I can attest to the fact that (even for a guy who likes riding hard occasionally) I would not often notice the power difference during 95% of my riding.
David Kuhn that’s a good point.
Nailed it
Hi great review. Question if you’re on the market of looking for bikes these category all rounder would you choose mts 950s over the bmw 1250gs? What are your thoughts thank you
No question, the Multi all day.
Thank you more power to your channel
@@bobbyuykim Cheers, let us know how you get on.
if you do long journeys with pillion, get the GS. if you need a everyday bike good in the city good with touring 1 up get the multi950. its still capable 2 up. just less roomy
@@kindajal been a while now im on a multiv4s now contemplating if i should consider 1300gs but i dont like the head light hahaha
Why didn't Ducati offer a 17 inch cast wheel for this bike. If you wanted to do any "off roading" you could opt for the 19 spoke. Seems like it could be a better canyon carver with the 17 inch front likes it bigger brother the 1260.
How could you hate on the original multistrada. Do the new ones even have a dry clutch?
No most Ducati's are wet these days... and while I lust after an older air cooled multi I'd be the first to admit they're not the prettiest Duc's ever made.
@@kuhndj67 Aesthetically challenged? Yes, but still a lovely bike with a great, air cooled engine, outstanding handling and superb brakes.
Always I heard there is an issue of reliability surrounding a Ducati. How is it different this time around? Is it true though?
@@kuhndj67 thanks David. It's Italian so highly desirable but was concern of the potential headache. Good to hear that it is not "prohibitive"!
Since every rider is different I never tell folks "It's fine"... because if you go insane at the little things then Ducati isn't for you. I've had the bike in for warranty stuff at least 4 or 5 times, things like the seat staples coming out, recall on the sending unit for the fuel gage, broken pannier mount... annoyances. However it's not left me stranded once, which is my personal metric for reliable. @@shahrimanjohann9283
Those timea are gone, 40k miles done on a mts 1200, only issue was a blown oil seal on fork, but that is a regular wear problem, happens on almost every bike. Ducati is owned and supervised by volkwagon now, german qa standards
This bike is gorgeous and I think it makes way more sense than the 1260. More power isn't always better imo. Much more satisfying using all of the engines performance on the road especially when it sounds as nice as the ducati.
Ugly? Yes, the original MultiStrada was rather aesthetically challenged. BUT, aside from that it was/is a lovely bike with excellent street riding power, outstanding handling and superb brakes.
hi can you lower the ducati multistrada as i am onley 5 7
Hi, you can get a lower seat option. Get out on one to test.
Engine vibes? Can you actually ride a distance in comfort?
Yes - a little and yes - a lot. 😉
I have 2017 multi ! I am 60 years old! In my time 80 hk was koko! I use the 75 hk and its ok!! Tried one time sport! I was in 170 km before I look down!! ! Its not a Mc for old people! I was koko when I was young! I guess I am it now to!!!
"An everyday practical sports bike" nuff said, I'll av one
Ducati don’t have the best build quality, but i’m on my third, now with the MS950. Character, enough said 👍
Good one! I am on my 3rd Ducati also!! 435.000 miles so far. Here is my latest Ducati what do you think? ?? ua-cam.com/video/r2p9mr19-QQ/v-deo.html
Man, if I could get a real garage with real space, I'm pretty sure this 950S would join space with my MT-09 as a well-rounded two bike setup, one for hooligan and another for distance and travel. I had a DL1000XT and I ultimately didn't like it that much. I think the 950S has a lot more of what the V-Strom lacked: power, technology, sporting pretensions (brakes, lean angle, lineage, quickshifter, etc).
8.45 - You're adding preload with those settings, not firmness. Preload is to maintain rake/trail due to changes in load and setting up the suspension for adequate travel, both ways (SAG). Damping changes the firmness or softness of suspension. Stick it on two up with luggage and you are just raising the rear end of the bike, shortening the trail and making the bike turn in quicker. It has nothing to do with firmness.
Terry Cox firmness is how I would describe the feeling/response to increasing the preload, so I did. I saw on another 950 Multi review that you’re claiming you’ve found another journo that doesn’t understand suspension. I think you’re wrong.
John Hogan - yes, I don’t think so John. You’re not alone, many many people misunderstand what the effect of preload changes are and what it is for. In what way do you think the suspension is stiffer/softer by raising or lowering preload? How does that work mechanically (because at the end of the day the electronics just works on a mechanical spring). Is it possible your preload setup on that bike is also linked to the damping setting and it is changing damping as well as preload? Maybe that is the case in which case I would be wrong and owe you an apology.
@@terenceokeeffesmotorcyclestuff The load setting chosen is linked to the damping circuit in the Skyhook algorithm. For one the rebound circuit is altered and I'd suspect that the compression is too. You can also customize your damping (5 levels; standard/soft/softest/hard/hardest) in each of the ride mode on those bikes. I own a Multi Enduro 1200 and the suspension is pretty much the same even if there's been improvement in the algorithm and the way you adjust them thru the dash interface.
Le Racer - thanks, that explains the damping changes felt. 👍
Lol! You should now ride a 1000DS or similar and I suspect you’d be surprised how similar its virtues are. And this is a Ducati from more than 10 years ago. Appreciate you don’t like the looks and obviously it doesn’t have the electronics but the fundamentals are definitely there.
Great job.great bike.who has the money,go for it.gives you a smile,also ducati now...Good quality.no worries
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Why yall stand up all the time? The seat uncomfortable? i do not recall standing like that riding dirt bikes.
Its to show the stance position that people use in enduro, looks stupid on road but its good to see the position
Heated seat and grips as standard? Anyone know?
The seat gets hot, so you dont need it heated. 😁
MidLifeMotorbikeSafety Heated grips come with one of the optional packages or can be ordered separately. They are not standard equipment, at least not in the States. I didn’t see any option for a heated seat at all.
Awesome video!! :)
I had a 1200 Multi and also a 950 Multi. Now I have a V4 Pani, a motorcycle with sooo much power, that for my riding stile, it works more as a mobile piece of art than as a fun machine for the streets. Having said that, I would like to own the off-spring of a Multi 950 with a V4 pani. Maybe a Multi 750 V4. :)
Hypermotard... or wait for the V4 Streetfighter we're all expecting next year (though I expect that will be the 1100)
@@kuhndj67 In the meantime, I will get a KTM 690 SMC R or a KTM 799 Adventure. Just trying to decide which one... 🤔
@@MariaFernanda-zn2nk Lol... decisions decisions... both great choices (I'd opt for the adv but that's because I've not been bitten by the supermoto bug (yet).
@@kuhndj67 hahaha Once you go Supermoto, is hard to come back. 🏍😍🤸🏻♀️
Where you're from maria? You have a very portuguese or spanish name.
Lovely bike and a great video. BTW, mine expolded on the................
nice to see ducati doing so well in the hands of audi , there producing some quality bikes along with triumph for that matter ensuring a strong future , triumph not perfect yet but there getting there, hope they keep it up
I enjoy your style.funny
I don’t know what 113bhp means John but it might be 84kw... (Btw 6.7litres/100km = 42 imp mpg. Hope the other journos didn’t think you rode too English! ; )
Spanish roads are biking heaven. Now if only Ducati made a shaft drive Multi I’d give serious thought to trading in my R1200R boxer. Mounting that pillion looks like the other half would have to grow her legs a little tho.
Anyway, great vid, a welcome lack of waffle, and just the right length. A subscription tick.
You said you've driven everyone
How does the regular 950 without skyhook feel compared to the 950 S
Would you even notice the difference commuting or just cruising around town on smooth pavement
I think it's just one more thing to break, and the bike cost 25% more
You could get a regular v4 for a couple grand over the 950 S
Where I live
Multistrada 950 $16,495
Multistrada 950 S $20,445
Multistrada V4 170 hp $22,395
I think for bombing around town, I would get the regular 950,
Less to buy, less things to break, and I really don't think I need 170 hp and a more complicated engine, 2 more cylinders to work on
The regular 950 would still be, fun as hell to ride, compared to the 950 S and the V4
In terms of fuel consumption, Mpg is the language of choice.
I have a 2016 950s, I’ve owned for 6 years, and love it, apart from the seat.
I’ve sat on more comfortable park benches, what’s the new seat like?
I now ride it with cycle shorts , which help
That’s the only thing I can complain about.
( been on European tours and iron butt rides around the uk,)
Soft seat is useless,
Great review, glad you’ve not been a poser and pulled wheelies, specially with loads of foreign journalists around you, 😂😂😂
You don't have a 2016 950s! They only started making the 950 in 2017 and the 'S' came in in 2019..... 🤔
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Sorry mate, it’s a 66 plate 950 Multistrada S
Maybe you don’t know everything after all
@@martinkeefe7107 no it's not. Impossible. It was only 2019 onwards it had the skyhook suspension
@@martinkeefe7107 you're mistaken or full of shit
36 to 37 MPG...?
6,7 L/100km = 35,11 mpg
I'm getting average 57 mpg
But the price !!!!
Please wheelie in every test. Thank you
We can do that!
There we go. I’ll just refer people back to this comment from now on. Cheers, Michael.
I strongly agree, please always wheelie😀
great review, real world experience and you skipped the bla bla and technobabble, thanks
Ithink Seat height is important for us vertically challenged riders ! , and females , older riders etc. But great review otherwise.
Agree my 1200 dvt base model multi is great for my 5'4" frame.
seat height is so important I have 29-in inseam and I really like this bike but man it just seems too tall for uneven surfaces, like intersections and driveways something with the an incline
Nice review but not even one wheelie? ; )
Doug BM I know, just didn’t feel right. Won’t happen again.
If David Brent did motorcycle reviews ....
Loved my Ducati Multistrada 1200, but it stayed in the shop for months. My advice is to get the base model because the electronic suspension (which is pretty amazing when it works) will leave you in limp mode.
56.5. Mpg