Living with the 2017 Ducati Multistrada 950 - Long Term Review
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- Опубліковано 17 чер 2024
- Living with the 2017 Ducati Multistrada 950 - Long Term Review: It's all very well going and having a test ride for an hour on a new bike but you don'r really get the chance to properly get to know a bike in that time. Lucky for me those nice people at Ducati UK let me borrow the Multistrada 950 for a few weeks and in this video I tell you what I learned over that period...both good and bad!
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Thanks for all your reviews. Incidentally, I discovered the 950 with this video... and bought a 2017 model couple of weeks ago. I love it!
The LCD display blinded me as well - so I dimmed it down to solve that problem at night. Super easy BTW.
Really enjoy these - I do think that these reviews in the manner and format you do them are the most useful reviews of any bike on the web. Much appreciated! What a fantastic bike, the Multistrada looks like a hawk from the side and front - just beautiful.
Thank you Scott - always grateful for your words of encouragement!
Watched many of your videos and they are thoroughly enjoyable. You come across really well.
This one has me thinking I'll get a 950, and I just passed my test last month!
This is by far the best review of any bike I have heard of...fully comprehensive details the all others forget, and all this in family friendly language... Well done !!
Thanks Graham, glad you approve!
TMF, nothing says British pride like Slazenger rackets! Love it. Happy New Year, be safe, thx for your efforts!
Thanks for another great review TMF. I'd definitely consider this as my next all-rounder, seems like it would do everything well. Hope you have a great 2018, looking forward to seeing your channel continue to grow, you deserve it.
Thank you Samuel, very kind of you....
Superb Review as always , Very detailed and unbiased , Think I might be buying one of these
You do the best long term reviews I´ve seen. Keep up the great work and happy new year!
Very kind of you to say so, appreciated!
One of the best reviews I've ever seen. Thanks 😀
Wow - thank you!
These long term reviews are the best. Very very informative..keep your good work mate. Happy new year
Thank you...
Must say i do like your “living with” reviews. Appreciate you doing this with quality for us to get an idea of the bikes before buying. Thank you!!
I've started following you a few months ago and I enjoy all of your reviews but this is just excellent, well done and keep it up!I've bought a MTS950 myself in October , I drove 3000 km and I have the same feeling and comments about it (pro and cons). It's an amazing bike and I hope Ducati will work on the small improvements this bike needs to make it perfect. Thank you again and Happy new Year to you and all the followers :-) Ciao
Glad we concur! Cheers pallmall74fs - Happy New year!
Great thank you for this great review 🙂 very helpful before purchase!
Thank you for your superb in-site into the 950, I found the review very helpful as I am thinking about getting one of these.
Glad it was helpful!
Hey TMF. Love your videos! Would love to see a “Living with” video with the Suzuki V-Strom 650, since I am looking to buy one. Happy riding, keep up the good work :)
Great and unbiased review, touching details that nobody normally considers. Happy New Year and keep on with your your job. Greetings from Italy.
Thank you Mauro - much appreciated...
Great informative review. Thanks and happy new year.
Happy New Year!
Well stated and very informative. You cover every aspect in great detail!👍
Thanks for the kind comments - much appreciated! All the best - TMF
Great video review as always, and what a gorgeous bike absolutely love it
Cheers William....
Another fantastic review, certainly one of the best on UA-cam 👌
Thanks Jim!
I live in Spain and have just come back from a local motorbik dealer not knowing anything about this bike! Whilst window shopping I saw this machine and it stood out a mile! Such a beautiful bike.
The shop also had an Africa twin, a v Strom and this Ducati, and after your review and doing some research, it is not too expensive to own! That's the shock!!!
These best review I valve seen of any bike. For those considering purchase, it covered everything. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
What a cracking review, thoroughly enjoyable watch, cheers TMF.
Thanks for the kind comments - much appreciated! All the best - TMF
As usual a great review, thanks.
I own a 2016 Multistrada 1200 S and it has all the cons of the 950 covered i.e. illuminated switches, day/night instrument display, dedicated mode switch etc and that single sided swing arm and exhaust is just so sexy.
You have got to ride the latest version, chalk and cheese compared to the last one you tested.
Thanks again for all your “hard work” and wish you and your family all the best for 2018, Cheers from South Africa, Cape Town
Happy New Year!
Another great detailed review a test ride is one thing ownership is another keep up the good work 👍
Thank you Mike - well not quite ownership in my case, but as you say, better than one quick ride around the block...
Nice job on the review, so thorough and detailed. Just what I expect from you. Happy New Year from Huntington Beach, California !!
Cheers Bill....I could do with a bit of California right now (blowing a gale here!).....
Nice one TMF. Really useful points as always! Keep em coming....
Cheers Steve...
Top review TMF, great start to '18. Happy New Year to you and your family.
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year TMF, keep up the great work!
Same to you - all the best - TMF
Happy New Year TMF - thank you for another interesting review. Cheers!
Happy New Year!
Firstly happy new year to you keep up the great work as for this review it was as usual brilliant very informative and interesting love the looks of the bike and with that engine what more could you want excellent keep safe
Thanks for the kind comments - much appreciated! All the best - TMF
I own a multi 950 since 2018..I agree with you in most points..excellent review..keep up the good work!👍
Thank you Christos - glad we concur!
Great review, Happy New Year!
And to you Pete....
Hello again MissendenFlyer,
I already tried the Ducati Multiestrada 950. I liked this bike. And I think it's one that I'm going to buy soon. Truly the handlebar vibrates, but it is supported. What I do notice is that the digital dashboard dances with the vibrations ... hahaha ... The engine heats up a lot but what reaches the seat can be supported as you told me. The Ducati sound makes it clear, but when you accelerate thoroughly it sounds like a lion roaring ...... ..The curves binds them very well ... for me the set is pretty good .......
Nice review. I specially like how you broke down the estimated expenses, saving people that are thinking of buying the bike quite a bit of homework. I always enjoy watching your videos and very often learn something new from them even when, as in this case, it's about a type of bike I'm not actually interested in.
Happy 2018!
Great stuff Jorge, I aim to please - Happy New Year!
Amazing review...helped me a lot before my purchase!!
Thanks a tonne!
You’re welcome!
The way you do your complete presentation is superb on ALL your vids. I’ve been involved with motorcycles for over 40 years and I’ve learnt tips / tricks from you. NB. I have you to blame (not) for my new T120 and motorcycle dryer, thank you!! Happy New Year TMF
Thanks for the kind comments - much appreciated! All the best - TMF
one of the best motorbike reviews I've seen, good stuff....
Thank you Phil - very kind....
I actually own a multi 1200, but yr vid loaded up after another I was watching
Great informative video, I watched till the end & I have the attention span of a gnat ! Big thumbs up !!
Thank you very much Stephen - I'm glad you found it of interest! All the best - TMF
Good real world review as always, happy new year to you and the family hope it’s a good one for you.
Thank you, and to you...
great review. I've been looking at upgrading, i was considering the versys 650 (or possibly 1000) but the multistrada 950 is now next on my list for a test drive!
man I was considering the new v strom 1050 but I suddenly realised there's a smaller ducati than the big multistrada that actually offers a lot of value
Happy New Year! Excellent review as always, hard to believe the vlogging in only a hobby. Have a great start to 2018, wish you all the best!
...and to you Christoph - thanks for watching!
Thank you for the reply. Over 200 comments and you still manage to respond. Top guy
Thank you James - I try my hardest to!
TMF thanks for the detailed video. Safe travels.
You’re welcome Fredo...thanks for watching.
A very happy 2018. Looking forward to further great content
Cheers Mark, you too...
Excellent review as always of an excellent bike. I certainly would consider buying one. Looking forward to 2018 reviews. Happy New Year to you and all who watch you on here.
Happy New Year!
This is maybe the best review I’ve seen you do and anyone else on the 950 multistrada in actual fact. Information is spot on brilliant! Two things to note test it with a pillion don’t guess lol and after it’s run in service it only need a further two services over three years not another 3. Almost perfect ;)
Cheers Paul - glad you approve!
Thanks for the review. One thing I didn't hear was any mention of heat when your driving in traffic or around town. I've heard this mentioned from others but not sure that it's a big issue or not. Trying to decide between this and an XR. My commute is very urban so a lot of heat might make a difference for me. Thanks again!
Another excellent in depth review. One of the few adventure bikes that actually has good looking panniers, I like the fact that they appear to be somewhat aerodynamic as well, aiding fuel economy a little. Whilst the panniers on a GS are practical the boxy appearance reminds me of a couple of jerry cans lashed to each side of the bike. Happy New Year :-)
Yeah I'm with you on that - brick aerodynamics too....Happy New Year!
Thumbs up mr Flyer great review as usual , Shane uk 🇬🇧
Another cool vid to start the New year off. Cheers
Thanks for watching!
HI boss as always very good review..happy new year
Happy New Year to you too....
Superb review. I know this was for the multistrada. I purchased the 2015 hyperstrada. I wanted the hypermotard sp but ultimately went with the strada becasue of the touring addition and I got a great deal on a used one with only 6k miles.
Excellent review best I've seen.
Thank you Simon....
Picked mine up today, your videos on this model went along way in helping me decide. Not that I needed a push to get a Duke. Scotland tours on the cards for this summer. Might avoid the NC500 in the school holidays though. Keep up the good work.
Congratulations - beautiful machne!
This might be an addition to my garage in 2019!
Wonderfully detailed and informative review.
Thank you :0)
Thank you David. Good to hear longer service intervals on the new bikes. Replace the belts 20,000kms/12,000mls on my 97 750ss. I lova the Ducatee.
Who's David??
Great review!
Hi Sir!! Another great video! I ride a gsa rally but still great to see your reviews of other bikes, looking forward to lots more in 2018. Have a great new year, Regards Dave.
Same to you - all the best - TMF
Yes mr Truman, I like watching your tour videos with Andybcole there all very good too!
Happy new year TMF, here's hoping for more great vloggs in 2018.
And to you Alan, no need to hope! More on the way for sure!
Great review, Flyer! I like the motorcycle. When you were riding at night I noticed just how bright the screen is. It made me come up with an idea and I think all manufacturers should do this. I think it would be thoughtful for them to have a night time cover on the LCD screen with squares or circles or area's that only show you what you need to see instead of just the whole screen. I think you should push these manufacturers to do this. I also think you should push the ones who don't have lit up switch gear to light them up. It's old technology. It's easy to do and doesn't draw a lot of current. You are the man to get them to make this change! Happy New Year, Flyer!
...dunno what gives you that idea! But thanks for watching!
As always Sir a wonderful insight o the Duke 950. Also a wonderful start to the year. Yours Ian from Kintyre
Thank you Ian....all the best for 2018
Great review as always. I laughed out loud when you said it only got 52mpg , my Tuono is lucky to get 40 on a very sedate humble 👍
Crikey!
Happy new year to you TMF. Looking forward to great bike reviews this year. How about some security product reviews? Chains, disc locks etc. Cheers.
Yeah I had thought of that - it's getting hold of a range to trash that is the issue (i.e. I'd like to properly test 'em)....Happy New year - TMF
Take a look around youtube. Most security stuff has been tested and destroyed one wsy or another. My personal choice is pragmasis 19mm chain and ground anchor. You really need something extremely noisy to wake everyone up if you get broken into as cctv is often just a way of watching them do it after the fact.
This is a bike review in every meaning.great video.tnx
Thank you Victor....
Great review...Happy New Year from San Francisco 😁
Thanks TF - Love SF, must get back there soon!
Fantastic - love this! Cheers tmf
Really close to ordering a V2s Travel so thanks for the review!
Glad I could help!
Just a quick (but sincere) THANKS for all these unbiased and honest reviews. Thinking about buying one of these....
great honest review, all the best for 2018
Thanks Gary, and to you....
I am surprised at the reasonable service prices for a Ducati ... and even more surprised that someone actually took the time to post that information. Thank you for that! Perhaps, I shall consider one in the future. Lovely machine, for sure.
Thanks for watching!
What an excellent review. Well planned and balanced.
Thank you kindly!
Great review! I really enjoy them. Through extensive research and listening to people like you I guess a litre v twin is probably the most able and pleasing to ride? I would love a Ducati but also really like the v strom. Will have to wait until the prices drop a bit. Great work my friend!
Cheers James - well it's horses for courses, twins have more character and deliver their power differently to a 4 cylinder machine....but the fours are so smooooth.....
Thanks for the Excellent review
Thanks for watching :0)
HAPPY NEW YEAR !! The first of many review videos this year .... excellent as usual. Just watched when you show the headlights in the car park during the day and I don’t know why, but, that beak and frontal view reminds me of a chicken .... LOL
Fair enough! Happy new year to you too and thanks for watching....
Yet another enjoyable and thorough review. Most reviews seem to focus in one aspect or another for a given bike. Yours seem to be the most comprehensive. Great job.
It would be an even greater review if you could go into more detail when it comes to pillions (when applicable). Although the seats might look comfortable, there are other things to consider with pillion riders (for example, balance, handling, suspension, etc...) I realize you might not have a "volunteer" available, but maybe something to consider for future reviews.
You're not the first to suggest that! Cheers - TMF
13:10 I have a 2015 MTS/S with panniers and a topbox... I have to say they are Brilliant. So easy to use. I also have the optional pannier/topbox soft cases... gives you the option of leaving the hard cases on the bike.
Thanks for the great review...👍👏👏👏
Your valuable insights gives me a feeling of trust. I become more and more knowledgeable about my unfortunately late hobby. (56 y/o)....Wish you and to your loved ones a happy new year.
Same to you - all the best - TMF
Great review TMF :)
Thank you...
Nice review and bike. I believe I would save up longer and go with the big brother though.
Happy new year Mr Flyer!
Great review again!I guess the less important cons you refer will be vanished for 2019 model and moreover it may have some improvements like 9.1ME Bosch Ecu,led lights,colour TFT dash,even electronic adj.suspension.I would keep my present bike and I would decide to buy this model next year.It will be the top choice among the other bikes!
Thanks for watching and for stopping by! All the best - TMF
Another great review .... happy new year to you and Mrs MF .... ride and stay safe !!!!!!
Thank you Glenn you too...
Always enjoy watching your reviews, but a couple of things I noticed which would be really useful to include, especially if thinking about this bike as a potential purchase - what is it like to ride, i.e. what is the throttle response like, how does it track round corners, what is the suspension like on standard settings, and also more practical points such as what kind of adjustment is there on the shock/forks, is there a remote preload adjuster making it easy when adding pillion/luggage. Also, interesting in terms of how the bikes' work in the wet, so much of this depends on the tyre choice, so perhaps include something about the standard fitment tyre and how good it is in the dry/wet. Obviously these will relevant to the bike on test, but for me would just add that extra detail. Look forward to the next test and review!!
Cheers Peak rider - Happy New Year!
Happy New Year Mr F. As ever a great review, I wish some motorcycle journalists would be half as professional! One of the biggest factors in cost of ownership of running a newish bike is depreciation. Difficult to quantify with a new model but if possible look at 1yr/2yr old used prices as a guide, generally if big discounts are available when new a bike won't hold it's value very well.
Agreed! Thanks for watching and for the kind comments- TMF
Very helpful review
Glad you found it of use!
Desirable bike. I think it looks nice with panniers on, they cover that huge Ducatiesque gap between the rear wheel and seat. Happy New Year!
Thanks for the comment and I completely agree! All the best - TMF
Such a good real life review. All the things you don't see in other reviews are covered here, like filling up the fuel, washing the bike, etc. Very nice bike indeed, a shame its so expensive, even secondhand.
Thank you Robert...
Cheaper than a 1000 v storm!!
Cheers Mr TMF ! Safe and enjoyable journeys in 2018
You too....
Thanks for the review TMF. I totally agree with you, it is a really good bike for the price, no need for the 1260.
Bigger isn't always best eh? (just tell the Mrs!!)
Gorgeous bike... 😎 top of my list when I upgrade from my Versys 650...
As we’ve come to expect, another high quality review. While adventure bikes aren’t quite as prone to becoming a fashion accessory, it’s hard not to rank them on a “cachet spectrum” that helps to explain their appeal. On that spectrum, aesthetically speaking, the Ducati MTS outshines Suzuki’s V-Strom. Yep, the ‘Strom has a face only a mother could love. However, based on this review - if you’re hooked on 90° v-twins, I still think the Suzuki is the better purchase.
Yeah I completely get what you're saying Walter and don't disagree at all....guess it depends what value people personally put on "brand cache"....
Great review once again, pity about the sidebags on my Versys 1k they’re the same sort of system but it’s one of the few bikes where the exhaust doesn’t get in the way and as a result I can get a full face helmet in each side I like that a lot. 😀
Nice one...
Totally agree about the headlights, easier to leave them on dipped. You can adjust the LCD brightness in the menu to reduce the glare though. I rode across Europe in September last year, about halfway with a pillion. No issues with the seat, although my pillion was quite petite!
Ooh, lucky man Chris ;0)
Another great review, thank you. Any news on the new Triumph 1200?
Not yet - won't get my hands on one for a few months I reckon....(I'm well down the pecking order for loan bikes)
thank you for your very thorough review! this makes me want the 950 that much more! cheers.
Thanks Charlie!
As someone mentioned which side to park the bike at petrol pumps, it reminded me of our different habits when wheeling a bike around. I see you, like most, stand at the nearside with the side stand down. After dropping a bike or two in my early years i turned to standing at the offside. Less chance of tripping on the extended side stand, and if the balance tips away from you, you can rest the bike back into its side stand 👏. Maybe I'm paranoid!
Interesting!
I bought a 2019 1260S. Best bike I’ve ever owned or ridden. 😍
Hey rider!! Multistrada is a great bike, new were a bit $alty for me. So I went used, how do you think I did ? ua-cam.com/video/r2p9mr19-QQ/v-deo.html 🏍🏍🍺🍺🍺cheers
Another great review up to your now very high standard. As a ex bike owner and someone due to fly to Australia for a 7 week bike tour with my brother next Sunday, on his and now a 2005 R1200 RT for me, and someone who has watched with interest your love affair with your R1200 GS, I was waiting for a direct comparison between the Ducati MS 950 and your current GS and to know if given the choice again now which you would buy. I am still struggling to decide on an RT or a GS when I return in March. Looking forward to your reviews during my 7 weeks away.
I'd have the GS personally as it's such a great all rounder - GS versus RT if I'm just "on road" more tricky - have a great trip! - TMF
Nice review there. (hello from BKK!)
Thank you