Can a Beginner Handle this DUCATI?
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- Опубліковано 16 кві 2024
- Can the Ducati Monster 937 be a good motorcycle for beginners? If you had asked me one year ago, I would have thought that you were crazy. It's a 111 HP motorcycle with 69 lb*ft of torque. But, after riding it this past year, I realized that it just could be the perfect beginner bike.
First, it is important to consider what makes a good motorcycle. In my opinion, these are key features to look for: lightweight, easy to flat foot, ample safety features, excellent brakes, ample power to ride safely on the highway.
This Ducati Monster has all those features and more. - Авто та транспорт
Rider aids package is fantastic on this machine. Power delivery isn't really intimidating too. Especially not on Urban mode where the power gets pushed down to 75hp. A good bike to grow into.
Totally agree. The power is very predictable and linear. The torque profile is fairly flat as well so you know what you're getting.
I've had my Monster 937 for 2yrs now and it was my first street bike. Every rider is different but this a great bike for all rider levels. I've ridden a Harley 883 Sportster, GSX-R 600, and Yamaha dirt bike in my time and this is by far my favorite. It's so light and very quick. Only nudge is that the Ducati shop is an hr away.
Agreed, I had a lot of fun on mine while I owned it. I am on a Streetfighter V4S now, but can see myself coming back to a Monster in the future.
Triumph street triple is also a great choice, since triple engine is so smooth.
Great point. My Triumph Tiger 1200 is a triple and I really like the power delivery.
Urban mode most important feature is NOT bringing HP down, but dramatically changing throttle response to a turtle in motorcycle terms. Reminds you of an older used CB500 lesson bike for me. HP is in general not an issue as this is only available at such high RPM that far before you reach those ranges, you dont ride comfortably on the bike anymore. In general those bikes are build to drive comfortably in a range between 2000-5000RPM, depends on your shifting offcourse. My first bike was a 1200S, I had it in URBAN mode for 75 hours, then moved it to Touring and after 30 hours I changed to Sport, which is actually for me the nicest driving mode, but it changes the bike a lot, makes it more direct and you notice that on the breaking assist, which clicks a bit more when you brake too late or too hard... I would suggest that if you use SPORT mode, that you keep ABS and DWC and cornering breaking assist on, also to save on tires!
Great points, thanks for your comments! That is very true, having ride-by-wire does change the throttle response between riding modes. For beginners, urban mode is a good starting point due to the sluggish throttle response as you mention.
Personally, I find the Monster most comfortable between 4-6k RPM. Below 4k, especially in lower gear, the engine lugs quite a bit. It becomes much smoother and more responsive in the mid range. Cheers!
@@Dr.MichaelsMotorcycles Thanks for your comments, yes I agree, but that is also part of wrist control, I drive now more frequently and I notice that at lower speeds in lower gears you can drive smooth but its not easy. When the engine gets hot, its easier, but it does not like to drive slow in 1st or 2nd gear at all. 4-6k range is indeed a good range, it also sounds good and the termionis crack and pop a lot which is nice!
Awesome video! I completely agree. I got the powered down a2 version (switzerland) last spring as my first bike . Even tho its limited to 46hp for now it has so much grunt in the low end that it can still power wheelie at 15mph and accelerate from 0 to 60 in less than 4 seconds. The height and low weight is awesome for new riders and every time i was about to drop it i could just hold it up. Since i knew I will keep this bike indefinetly I wanted to get something solid and fun to ride.
When I get the open license I most likely will get a panigale V2 as a second bike for the real funzies.
Awesome! Glad you are getting into riding. They don't sell the A2 version here in America - probably the demand would not be high enough. But, I think it is a good idea to start on less powerful bikes in general.
Panigale V2 would be so much fun. I am looking into a Streetfighter V4S as my next one.
I know people that started on a Busa... It comes down to the rider, and with modern electronics it will keep you out of trouble.
Where I think it makes a bad beginner bike, is that new, it's $15k out the door with taxes. A new rider is gonna drop it a couple times. It's part of the learning process. I would rather drop a used beater bike, than rash up a new Ducati. But could you do it? Absolutely. Its a relatively tame bike.
Starting on a Busa is wild, but you're right, the modern electronics are fantastic. I agree on the price aspect as well and touch on that later in the video. I started on a BMW G310R, which was around $6k out the door. It had a lot less electronic safety features but was not powerful enough to get me into any trouble.
As a new rider, when you say drop a bike, do you literally mean its very common to drop a bike to the floor - I'd be super upset if I did this but only have a 125cc. Is it just an error the rider makes when bike is stationery? Sorry if silly question
@@ginaclements Both. A new rider is likely to drop it in the garage, or in a low speed maneuver in a parking lot, or panic going into a turn and hit the brake and stand the bike up and run off.
Much rather do that on a cheap Ninja 300 or something, than with a new Ducati.
Ah gotcha. Thanks for response.
Appreciate the detailed description in your video. I have a Honda Grum 125cc only ridden around 250 miles on it but would love a Ducati one day. Im only 5ft 1" so lowering the seat etc is a great option for me also. I need to upgrade beyond my CBT license but I'm not sure if in the UK its the A2 or A license I need; I'm in my 50's so age isn't the restriction. I would like to move onto at least a 600cc bike (preferably a Ducati. I understand this is a Ducati 937 though. I could start smaller I guess and would if that's the advice of experienced riders otherwise would there be any reason not to go straight to the 937 or is it all just personal preference at the end of the day, sitting on the machine, riding and deciding how it feels..
Super, thank you for watching! There is also an A2 version of the Monster made for the European market. So if you don't feel comfortable on a 937 yet, you can get the less powerful A2 version.
Personal preference and comfort level are very important. If you ride a 937 and feel like it could be too powerful, you can try out a less powerful bike. But with all the electronics and riding aids, I think the 937 would be very manageable!
It’s on my bucket list, but for now I’ll rip on my Z 650
Great bike - I really like the middle weight nakeds!
Definitely worth getting!
This was my first bike, and while it was fun it was ultimately sold a year later. I would much rather steer beginners towards an s1000r over this bike. There are only upsides to get a BMW over a Ducati. Keeping in mind you do not need 900+ cc bike as a beginner, so going for something cheaper is also a good move!
Cheap first bike is always a great idea. You never know when you will drop it, scrape it, etc. Ducati (and BMW for that matter) are not cheap to repair. I like the BMW line of bikes and started on a G310R but there is something about Ducati that makes it more fun for me. Can't go wrong with the S1000R though!
I hear this bike runs hot is that true thinking of picking one up
Funny you should mention it - I recently made a short video about that: ua-cam.com/video/wmSgvYg3ELQ/v-deo.html
In general, you don't notice the heat when you are riding at a reasonable speed. Something over 50 mph or so. When it's hot outside and you aren't moving very fast, you really feel the heat especially on your right knee and thigh. It all depends on where you live and how you plan to ride this bike. I would not recommend it for stop and go city traffic.
I still have my beginner bike a handful of years later - Ducati Monster 620ie Dark. It’s very suitable as a beginner bike.
Nice! That's what I was thinking when I made this video.
Duke 390 much better first bike✊🔥
KTM Dukes are always a good choice. I started on a 310cc as well and was happy with my choice. But if a rider only wants one bike, the Ducati could work for them!
Can a beginner ride it? Yes if the rider lives in the UK as they actually have to do training to get a license
Do they not have to do training to get a license in america?
you need to attach training wheels
@@chriswest2290 it’s like half a day course and you can then jump on ANY bike
@coolvideos8864 I know. I'm from the UK. I'm just saying. Also American and the rest of Europe have training and tests too. Uk is nothing special.
@@chriswest2290 I’d take a look then at what the USA has to do compared to UK then.