Ducati XDiavel S | First Ride
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- Опубліковано 11 бер 2016
- 2016 Ducati XDiavel S | First Ride & Review
/ dukeofdc
Incredible machine. I truly believe we are going through a motorcycle revolution and companies like Ducati are leading the way for innovation. Please check out the following links for information regarding the XDiavel S and a subscriber of mine who hooked this all up!
Battley Cycles: www.battley.com/
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Cycle World Article: www.cycleworld.com/2016/02/05/...
Ducati XDiavel Site: xdiavel.ducati.com/en
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I'm looking to move over to this style of bike and you've got me really considering the Ducati XDiavel. Thanks for the review.
Do ittt!!! lol
Killer review man! Awesome bike!
2 April i take for a test ride, i really like this bike and maybe in a few years can be my next Ducati... like the vid Duke..
+Desmo Rider Thanks bud! Yeah this is one of those "save up for a bit, convince the wife" bikes lol. Incredible machine!
Love this bike, only wish I could afford it right now, I may have to get one in a few years once they've been out a while and can pick up a decent used example. Great review, thanks Duke.
+Slowrider Paul Oh I know, they're pretty freaking expensive. Glad you liked the review!
Great review, better than most "professional" reviews. Impressive the way you can focus your narrative -- and keep an element of humour. BTW, I love this bike!
+Robert Yee Thank you, I appreciate the support!! It can be difficult to focus on what you want to say while riding a motorcycle for the first time in an area you don't know lol. I love this bike too!
Ano que vem compro a minha...se Deus quiser...🙏🙏🙏
I watch this Video the 3rd time, because I love this bike.
+Leon-thore Hansen Nice!!! Hope my video review did the bike justice!
+DukeOfDC Yes. I Enjoyed It very much.
Go buy one!!!!!
Battley Cycles?? Sick man. I come by there in my SV650s to dream from time to time.
+Matt Fitzgerald Yes!! The guys over there were extremely nice. I've got a MotoVlog coming in the next day or two with a proper shoutout to them for letting me take this beast out.
They had 12 XDiavels for demo at the International Motorcycle show but I couldn't get in for a ride, too busy. I still need to ride one! Good review!
+archinuk417 Ah, damn! You need to get back out to a Duc dealer and see if you can find another demo. They're supposedly doing some big season kickoff event this coming weekend.
I reviewed this bike and had to go back to ride it again - it's easily my favorite bike out there now. Cozy performance?! Wheelie lovin engine as well.
+XXXDEADHEAD MOTOVLOGS It was a gem of a bike. The comfort level was pretty unreal for me. Biggest thing I had to get used to was forward controls, but after 5 minutes with them, I was in love. The torque being so down low was like nothing I've ridden before, to include my torquey as hell Tuono lol
+DukeOfDC yeah - that torque is from the cruiser side - I mainly ride cruisers on my channel though I have tested the fz09... This bike is similar to me as a cruiser, part Harley Breakout and Part Fz09... All Ducati
Great review! I've read that you're not supposed to dump the clutch when using DLP, but release it in i controlled fasion.
+Geir Gundersen Great advice! Yeah, it seemed rather sketchy to just be able to dump the clutch. I would hope people would start out slow with the launch control and then get more comfortable with the function.
Great review man, keep them coming. Maybe the new KTM 1290 Super Duke GT???
+Patrick Wheeler Thanks buddy! I would LOVE to take the Duke GT out, just need to find a dealership that will play ball.
Amazing review mate you should start doing a lot more reviews.
+MotoCAM Thanks man!! I'm working on scheduling a few more awesome reviews with some local dealerships, so stay tuned!
whats not to like...right awesome bike even to do long rides...cool review
+CM MOTO It was far more comfortable than I imagined, and those forward controls (although something to get used to) were a much more natural leg position.
Does this bike has quickshifter up and down
Nice bike ! My dream ! )
I like your chanel.
Your description is very easy to understand and also your English too for me like not English speaker.
Thank you, I'm glad these videos are internationally enjoyed.
Great review boss bike thanks 👍👍
Awesome review!!!
+nicolas muller Thank you!
Thanks for video!
+willgelm You're welcome! Glad you enjoyed it
nice review, you drive safe, not like an idiot and i like it, hopefully i gonna get my monster this summer. is that video in Long Island ?
+Pablo triana t Thank you! Yes, I tend to ride rather conservatively, and especially when I'm on a demo bike. This video was shot in Maryland
I'm interested in this (I have the original version) and the Aprili Tuono v4 Factoy. Tough call between the two, almost a decision of form over function, the Aprilia being the better handling bike and to me at least the Ducati being the best looking with the most 'presence'. Would be interested to know which you prefer having ridden both relatively recently.
I really enjoyed riding the Diavel, but you're right it's almost a style choice, and the Tuono just speaks to me a bit more.
if only videos would transfer sensations... that thing must feel surreal!
+Raudel Hernandez It was radical. The thing I can't stress enough is for anyone with the opportunity to go out and try one of these because you're right, the sensation is lost unless you try it yourself.
My woman riding friend just bought one. She likes it very much for it rides/handles very well. Needs more color options and the bike also needs a full exhaust system (about $3K) because the factory set-up sounds like a lawn mower.
Wow you couldn't have picked a better bike to take a first ride on. I have been looking at these quite hard lately.
Where my leg broke just above my knee I have quite a bit of pain in my knee and I'm worried if I replace the Tuono with another Tuono if I will still be comfortable riding it.
It will definitely be a hard decision because I am still absolutely in love with the Tuono, and the price tag of that Ducati scares me a little bit.
+awdeveau I'm a mind reader ;) This bike might be perfect for you man. The fact alone that you have 60 different ergo positions is pretty incredible, and with a bad knee it would make a big difference. It's no where near as nimble as the Tuono, but the chassis still felt incredible.
Great review! Had a chance to try the bike myself, the acceleration is definitely a lot faster than any traditional American cruiser. But the bike handles somehow strange, at very low speed the turning radius is huge, because of the long wheelbase(over 1.6m) and 30 degree rake. At speed, it turns very light and quickly, but in the turn, it feels strange because the 240mm rear tire, the contact patch is far away from the bike's center line. The launch control is more a launch assist, you release the clutch progressively, without practice, launch control can be slower than "manual" start. With that much power underneath you, it's scary to release the clutch at full throttle and over 9k rpm. The foot pegs are high off the ground, to give that 40 degree lean angle, but for me it's too high, and too far forward. It could be a better bike, or better cruiser, if, the wheel base is shorter, the rake is smaller, the rear tire is 200mm, and the rider triangle is more neutral, less cruiser-ish. Looks awesome though. Everyone I meet says, that's a sexy bike!
Love this bike! I was considering it for 2 up riding but the passenger seat is the size of a folded up napkin. The Diavels passenger seat was much better and comfortable. I may just keep my Multistrada and get this for solo rides.
+Tito Matias They have the cool passenger seat back for the normal Diavel, right? The multistrada has been a bike that I would adore taking across country. Which yeah Multi do you have?
+DukeOfDC I rode the XDiavel S and loved it! The guys at the parts dept told me..that for now that is the only passenger seat option they have. The Diavels passenger seat was wider and very comfortable. Hopefully they will offer a similar type passenger seat for the XDiavel in the near future. I have a 2011 Multistrada S which I love but that XDiavel is beautifull
Great vid. Worth a re-view :) Would have been nice if you were able to move the bike around in corners. How does the 240 rear tire affect steering?
+Dimitri Callens It was smooth as butter man. I was mindful of the HUGE 240 rear section tire before heading out, but the bike fits perfectly to the wheel and the steering is unaffected. Thanks for the support!
+DukeOfDC OK, with that info I had to test it myself. Man, this bike is, well, odd - in a good way. You can just cruise around comfortably. You can twist the throttle and have the kick of magnificent acceleration. And, you can indeed flick the bike quite easily: it is no superbike, but it handles definitely more like a racebike than like a cruiser which is kinda strange because of that massive rear tire and overall length/weight of it. A seasoned cruiser will probably not value the engine's displeasured thumping at below 4k rpm, but I did not care: just keep it above that. Very strange combo of riding styles. I liked it a bit too much to not buy it I am afraid, damn you Xdiavel :)
Thunderslash going on soon...I also have 2015 street Bob if you wanna ride a real cruiser...it's pretty cool!
+gbits bitsg Hope you've got your ear plugs ready ;) lol. I would love to take your Street Bob for a ride some time! It would be really cool to ride a true cruiser bike.
+DukeOfDC haha ear plugs it is...anytime for the Bob. It's night and day from a Tuono. Never thought an HD would grow on me but it just feels cool to ride it
+gbits bitsg Thanks man! I'll hit you up about the Bob some time!
+DukeOfDC boom anytime!
Actually Variable Valve Timing has been around in bikes for quite some time now. Honda first integrated it into the vfr800 interceptor in 2002.
+Gates Shrack Interesting. Why do you think Ducati is claiming so much attention for their system now? If you google "motorcycle variable valve timing" Ducatis name pops up everywhere.
There system is no doubt much more advanced than Hondas original VTEC-E system which really variated the amount of valves opening as opposed to variating there timing per say
Gates Shrack Ahhh so technically Ducati's implementation is the first true variable value timing system, but certainly not the first variable valve system. The XDiavel was a buttery smooth bike to boot, so the system is working like a gem on this model. It's interesting to see the fueling issues in the new Multi though - with that dead spot in the mid range.
Haha jag sa precis det samma som din kommentar Geir när jag hörde det han sa😂😂👏🏻
Jeg var den første som kommenterte og likte på denne videoen. Så den 10 minutter etter at den var lagt ut. Viser hvor desperat jeg er etter nyheter om XDiavel😳
Definitely, I have to work so hard in order to buy a Ducati my favorite motorcycle
Yes work very hard and then the day you can buy this bike will be an incredible moment!
This Bike is way way to Gorgeous!
Seriously though - straight up sexual lol
Change the position of the Foot pegs for you height... Like the position of the handle bars for your arms.
great review! i still like the original diavel. i don't see a harley guy going for this bike. they clearly have the most loyal customer base. it will sell limited amount in the US.
+Becker Inal You're spot on there, the Harley riders are certainly loyal, and after doing some more searching last night it looks like the Diavel is an exact replica of the Suzuki M109R so perhaps there is a Japanese market that they are trying to take over. The Ducati screams high-end and this model specifically is just kitted out with goodies.
+DukeOfDC I think the XDiavel is a cool ass bike. Definitely the coolest "cruiser" out there. I used to have an M109R and R2, the X Diavel looks nothing like either in my opinion. The 109Rs dwarf the XDiavel in size and weight and have way more plastic. I do think they occupy the same niche though.
+DukeOfDC
The Suzuki M109R was designed for the North American market. It's a huge cruiser. Same as the VTX1800, and other large displacement Japanese v-twin cruisers of that time (this started more than 10 years ago). Very large motorcycles. They were not designed for the Japanese market. They have their own loyal fan base around the world. Inexpensive, lots of aftermarket parts.
When Ducati unveiled Diavel at 2010's EICMA it shocked the motorcycle world. It looked part cruiser, part something very unique very high tech and modern and sleek, with the performance to tear up the asphalt. Basically Ducati created a new market for the company.
The 1st gen Diavel was a success. It definitely was one of a kind of its era. This 2nd generation surprisingly did not disappoint (many bike's 2nd gen disappoints). I think it is going to be a hot seller. I think Ducati is trying to create something that the traditional cruisers of all brands lack in offer. Amazing performance, high tech, sleek design, and many things else. A Devil on the road that pulls from 0-60 under 3 seconds.
A harley guy is going to be a harley guy. But we can also say that a Diavel rider is always going to be a Diavel rider. Both brands offer unique riding experiences, community.
Ducati took a gamble and has done something very unique yet successful. Like a loyal fan base to its Monster line up. And reap the benefit of selling at a premium.
Kicking myself in the ASS for buying a 2015 Diavel when this bad boy came out only a year later. Would love to try the launch. Does it shift for you automatically? I'm seriously considering selling mine but the standard Diavel is kinda more aggressive looking so not sure. Thanks for the review.
+M3DucatiMan No quickshifter on this bad ass machine, but I almost preferred it that way. The transmission was smooth as butter on it's own. There are still benefits to the standard Diavel, but if you love low end torque then this might be the right choice for you. Have you had a chance to take one for a test ride?
+DukeOfDC I'm a little disappointed in Ducati's communication on this. I have no idea if this is ultimately replacing the current Diavel, what the pro's and con's are of each, etc. I know the XDiavel leans even further toward 'cruiser' and the standard Diavel is a bit more powerful, but based on what you said about torque, now I'm not sure.
Come on Ducati! Let's do a better job at communicating your bikes to your consumers.
M3DucatiMan I can't really speak to their marketing of this bike, but in terms of power, it delivers more torque at a much lower RPM, however the standard Diavel still has more horsepower and thus a stronger (minimally) top end.
why is your voice so shakey? Is this one of the first bikes youve riden?
+Jai Haze cause of all that torque!!! And no, this isn't one of the first bikes I've ridden -_-
+DukeOfDC yeah im beginning to notice all the people riding the diavels have shakey voices. The suspension myst be super stiff
+Jai Haze it's funny too because it was actually a super smooth bike and the ride was really comfy, but you're not the first person to ask why my audio was shaky on this one.
the power
of beauty
+balsara 675 It's one of the most beautiful bikes I've ever ridden. Maybe second only to the 1299
+DukeOfDC มันคือรถมอเตอร์ไซค์...ในฝันที่มีความลงตัวที่สุดเท่าที่เคยเห็นมา..ผมต้องเป็นเจ้าของมันซักคัน..เร็วๆนี้...
I think the technical term is power cruiser.
is this in Maryland.....? I swear that street looks awfully familiar
It certainly is!
Honda have had variable valve timing on bikes for years ie V-TEC so it isn't new to bikes. For example the 1980's Honda VFR's had variable valve timing.
Richard Neal thats not valve timing, thats valve lifting in vtec
Sergio [face palm] VTEC stands Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (Honda 1983). VTEC does two things in that it changes the valve timing and the valve lift. I think you are thinking of Toyota's VVTI, that only varies the valve timing but not the valve lift.
Dude is that Woodfield road?
Not sure :/ sorry. It's in Gaithersburg area near Battley Cycles.
Hi, which camera you used to make this video?
GoPro Hero 4 Silver
DukeOfDC Thanks .. !
+DukeOfDC love you're videos brother,keep up the good work!
Buck Wheat Thank you!! :D
it seems to be a great bike ....
What is your favorite bike?
nice video man.
+redskins8824 Thanks bud!
+DukeOfDC hey man I'm not to far from you I'm in Glen Burnie. We should meet up and ride some time.
redskins8824 Nice! Yeah, I might try and get a cool meet-up ride organized this Spring that takes us down to Skyline or something.
+DukeOfDC that would be awesome. I've been down there in my car before when I had my 5.0 Mustang but never on my bike.
+redskins8824 I'll keep everyone posted, and be addressing a possible meet up on an upcoming motovlog.
oeeeh italian Harley ????
sweet bike but idk if i would get it i like more sporty things. you know hat bike they should sell in america they should sell the husqvarna nuda damn i love those
+SugarRushRides As you know from my other videos I ride a Tuono (aka a very sporty bike), and thought the exact same thing you're thinking. I was extremely surprised with how much I loved this bike. I 100% agree with you, and every time I watch an RJ video I dream about somehow bringing over a Nuda 900R to the states.
How tall are you?
Rehmon Rossi he's 5'9
I'm sure getting this setup the way you'd want would be comparable to a Harley in price because it would be close to 30. 23k for the S, then termignoni, then the carbon bits etc etc would probably be 25 26 then tax.
Mmmm the termi system on this beast... sexual lol
can it wheelie
I rode a 2011 Diavel back when it came out and yes it most certainly can! The demo I rode had the Termi exhaust and ecu and wheelied under hard acceleration. It's an amazing bike I can only imagine what the newest ones feel like.
This model NO. They've stretched out the frame more so than the original. I have a 2013 Carbon Diavel with a full termi exhaust and that thing is an animal. Unfortunately what DukeofDC doesn't realize is that Ducati took away some power from the original into this even though they increased the CC size! Its apples to oranges. I love the original model because I can corner the shit out of it...this model not so much, but Ducati wanted to corner the market because a lot of people didn't like the placement of the pegs on the original Diavel. It is what it is. I love mine I test drove this model wasn't too fond of it, but maybe if I rode it more and threw on a termi exhaust (it woke mine up tremendously). No matter the outcome I will always choose a DUCATI DIAVEL over ANY HARLEY EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK! Harley doesn't have the POWER like Ducati.
P.S DukeofDC... my 2013 Ducati Diavel Carbon = $21,399.Termignoni slip on's $2400 (yes $2400 for cans)Full termignoni exhaust $3600 + $425 for labor! Its an expensive habit, but if you want to play...you have to pay!
Yes
the video is clean clean clean..!!!
+Tharun Reddy But that bike is dirty dirty dirty ;)
+DukeOfDC ha ha.. lol.. but it's a great bike though. .. looking to get one..
+Tharun Reddy Incredible machine. I still can't get it out of my head. Ducati know's exactly what they're doing.
+DukeOfDC sure they do...
Tharun Reddy Have you owned a Diavel in the past?
I think cruise control should be standard on all bikes above 600 cc. Helps keep me out of trouble. ...
Agreed, 100% agree. It's such a convenient thing!
Would this be a good first bike
+Bernard Wilson I wouldn't suggest it. Are you specifically looking for something in a cruiserish style?
DukeOfDC I want something I can feed my speed demon but also get use to riding a bike
Bernard Wilson i would suggest you start with something with a smaller displacement and that costs a little less. You're probably going to drop it on accident and it would be a real shame to drop a new $20k + bike
DukeOfDC sounds good any bike suggestions
Bernard Wilson If it's your first bike, but you're also looking for something more on the powerful end. I would look into a used FZ-07. That way you're saving some money and you get something good and powerful. Also, they're hot sellers, so when you want to upgrade, it wouldn't be an issue selling it again.
Drawback is not so great for packing a passenger or carrying stuff without a backpack or touring is not practical. I guess most cruisers have those abilities so I say it’s more of a sport naked cafe bike with forward controls lol.
Duke of Dic.
:( That's not very nice
If they market it as a cruiser, insurance should be cheaper. I want one.
I live for cheaper insurance
Santa Claus ain't gonna be happy with my next letter
All bikes - when brand new - are great. Like a wife, just wait
Sounds like a lawnmower - nothing a Termi system can't fix! :)
+Omar S. The Termi system should come stock on the S model, am I right?? $23k with a "stock" exhaust :/ merp.
+DukeOfDC Yep, especially considering the $3K price premium over the base model. I mean, glossy wheels and Bluetooth are nice and all, but this bike needs to sound as hardcore as it looks. :)
+Omar S. It must be all in those Brembo M50's. I'm sure they cost a pretty penny to add on.
***** You'll never get 100% of the audio from these videos with a helmet setup, so possibly. When people hear my bike in person, it's a completely different beast haha
+Shaun H You're absolutely right; listening to this on tiny MacBook speakers is less than ideal.
That being said, even with a professional recording/playback set-up, it's impossible to convey "true" exhaust notes and volumes. Example: I must have watched 100+ videos (cell phone clips to professional recordings) of an exhaust system I was planning on getting for my bike to get a sense of the sound. When I bought it and had it installed, it sounded sooo different in person than I had imagined. (Different as in *much* better.)
It will be mine....oh yes....it will be....
So much torque!!
Long wheelbase + low CoG = Diavel won't wheelie as fast as the Tuono, that's why you can have a better acceleration with this pretty monster ;)
+Soft Kitty Have you taken one out? The torque is just insane!! That's a good point regarding the wheelbase, but it's also just the sheer power that this thing produces.
DukeOfDC
Yes, 130 Nm @ 5000 rpm is pretty awesome.
Like a truck in sexy leggings :)
I traded my Victory High Ball for an XDiavel S!
+John Murphy You've made a very very wise choice! I can only imagine the things I would have done with this bike if I owned it lol
How do you like it?
Man, really good video. Just one point : when you speak it sounds like you are about to cry or something. You need more self-assurance man
+Lation-Team Lol didn't think I sounded like I was about to cry, but okay. I'm usually a pretty enthusiastic guy - maybe it was the gloomy weather that brought out some sadness?
Well, I don't know may be it is me or the mic :)
It is just that your voice sounds like it's shaking a bit
Lation-Team It's all the horsepower in between my legs ;)
Hahahaha ! :p
It seems like it would be competing with the Yamaha V-Max.
Ducati does offer mid controls
My cousin told me that it had like 8 different ECU - scary
LOL I didnt know cafe racers where a whole new type of bike
+Gradymanzx :'( Sad Duke... I'm only human
I would classify this as a muscle bike along the lines of a V-Max. If you haven't ridden a V-Max, you have to. :)
+Chris Lang Someone else told me to take out the V-Max too. I've always found it to be a sexy looking bike, so hopefully Yamaha has a demo day around here sometime soon!
+DukeOfDC this bike here looks like it is not even in the same class as a H-D V-Rod.
+DukeOfDC and yes, Devin is a wealth of knowledge and is extremely fast.
"I'm pretty short, about 5'9"
Well F--- me. I'm apparently really short and I'm riding the Multi on the high seat setting. I hold it up with my tip toes :p
Hey man, you do you.
Battley
+soopa doopa Bingo! Great dealership
Yep, I always go through Sam.
+Jason Hawkins Sam's the man.
Sam is that big Asian dude, right? He's cool and knows WTF he's talking about
soopa doopa He was awesome, I chatted with him for a bit after the test ride. Real chill dude, and extremely knowledgeable
Ducati XDiavel S | First Ride +1
:D :D
959 ?
+幼稚 I did a review on that as well! Search on my channel for the video :)
Ducati XDiavel S | First Ride +1
VOICES tilt-six Remix feat. Miku Hatsune - Xperia ?
parece uma harley italiana!
+letrollei Eu concordo :)
23k thou :/
+Gunars Lodzins Oh I know lol. The only way I would be buying this bike is if I sold my car haha
Lol, yes you are butchering it. dee-Ah-vell
Haha thanks, sometimes I need help
:)
The Harley VRod is comparable. Less money.
No its not!!
If you are planning to spend *that* much money on a bike, better get a Ducati, much better value for money, I assure you.
I'm sure the XDiavel is a better bike, a faster bike, technologically superior, better design...than the HD V Rod. However, and this is only my opinion, but i think the V Rod is a prettier bike at a lower price (starting $16k). (The XDiavel headlight and radiator sides looks kinda like a crab...to me...and the features will look dated five years from now.)
I'm a big player in the cost game and saving money is important. I haven't taken out a V Rod, but the X Diavel S was an amazing bike.
I am sure you are 100% correct. In fact, I imagine the Diavel is far superior to the V Rod. I just think the V Rod is prettier to look at... :)
Yea but does it have cup holders? pssshhhhhh
+Hold Fast Films lol! That's the next big idea for Ram Mounts... the cup holder attachment.
jelly
+VeeFour Come visit the US and we'll get you on one!!
1:46 you're not...
+Andrew Moore Yeahhh, I fucked it up the whole time then..
Sounds like an oversized lawn mower.
+Tomislav Blažević It could certainly use some aftermarket love in the exhaust department, but it sounded nice on the ride. The mic can only pick up so much.
+DukeOfDC I heard it on the street the other day and was really underwhelmed. Very loud but no charm.
+Tomislav Blažević It needs that deep throaty note that the twin can certainly produce with the right system on it.
Stop chopping the throttle...
But that’s my favorite!!
Please Please stop calling youself short....Hey Even David was short...look what he brought down
+Somiron Falia it doesn't really bother me lol.
Stop saying short when you're above 5'8". We're average
Lol, someones a bit sensitive
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