An interesting video and well put together. Some nice touches on the new model/versions, but I am incredibly disappointed to say, it looks like one of my all-time "unfavourite" bikes; A BMW GS! OMG I'm struggling to like how it looks, genuinely so, as for me, it simply doesn't look as good as the 1260, which also has its own 'issues'...... As I've said before and I apologise in advance for repetition here: I will wait to let others iron out the wrinkles and don't wish to be a Ducati "test-pilot". I'm very happy in my relationship with my 1260S for at least another 12-18 months, so once a few others on this ere forum have test-ridden, bought 'fully-loaded' of course and then decided the V4 whatever, doesn't do it for them......because, then I might go looking for a bargain!
Ah crap.....I wanted a superbike with long legs and the ability to put panniers on for work and then take them off again at the weekend and go scratching. The very essence of what a Ducati multi is to me. I don’t want a 19” front or a japanese swingarm. I think I’ll be sticking with my 1200s so I can go to work, scratch at weekends, chuck a tent on the back now and then etc. It’s got more soul than this new one. Radar not for me either. Some clever ideas and the looks are gowing. Ducati need to sharpen their pencil a bit before I’d be parting with my hard-earned.
Each to their own I guess, I have been looking at the Multistrada for a while, but just didn’t like the engine, now this V4 has a lot of soul in my opinion, I currently ride a Panigale V4S. The tech and screen with integrated sat nav is superb. I am so sold on the V4 engine, that I’ve placeed a pre order in for a V4S Multistrada without even riding one lol
That's exactly what I love so much about my 1260S. Whilst I'm quite keen on the new model in general, they've just gone way too offroad for me. I don't know who can afford to go offroad in a 20k bike (or who would want to!). Still, let's hope they have a brand new sport adventure bike coming to plug the gap which is fully road and sport focussed, whilst maintaining the comfort and practicality of the current Multis.
Fair doos. We have several desmo v twin dukes in our stable, I love them, I don’t mind change but I think the DNA of Ducati has been a little lost here. I’m sure it’s a great bike and will sell like hot cakes.
I do kind of like the overall package and I’m sure the V4 will be a hoot to ride. But where is the raw Italian sexiness and sleek lines? It looks good as a stand alone bike but it’s missing the sleek lines of previous models imo. Looks aren’t everything but it’s Italian so has to have the distinct multi look. I’ll still have one in due course no doubt
I asked my dealer what the other announcements will be New Monster / Diavel Scheme Update / X Diavel Scheme Update / Changes Super Sport and Pan V4R Models NO 17" FW or SSSA planned on this. It will be the replacement for the 1260 Enduro eventually... that will get dropped.. when current stock is Sold. The S Sport is as sporty as they get as far as he knows...
I think it looks barrel chested and not as athletic as the 1200 or 1260. Has anyone worked out if the panniers have a lower mount?
HOW IS IT POSSIBLE THAT WITH SO LITTLE INCLINATION I TOUCHED THE TOE OF THE BOOT ON THE GROUND ??? bad position of the footpegs
Maybe he needs to be riding with the balls of his feet on the pegs. I can drag my toes too if I put the peg in the arch of my foot on my 1200s.
Having had a couple of days, I can say whilst I like it, I like it the in the same way I like the Enduro. Looks nice, rode one and enjoyed it but ultimately not a bike I can see myself buying. It’s too off road biased for me and mine doesn’t go anywhere near anything other than tarmac. My 1260PP was always going to be with me for at least another year, unless the new Multi blew me away. So I’ll see what else Ducati have up their sleeve and carry on enjoying my fantastic motorbike.
