1200 Pikes Peak Pikes Peak Multis....worth The Pennies??

Hi. I have a 2013 multi touring with skyhook suspension. Apart from the newer dvt models with more hp, I cant see that there is any difference in handling or power in standard form between a Pikes Peak and any other multistrada. The rider sets the bike up to suit his or her self but the engines are all identical,imho. cheers gary

 

The allure of the PP soon goes once you correctly sample skyhook suspension. But I would say that,..as a non PP owner.

 

Is there any mechanical difference between a pp or non pp bike? I am under the impression that the only difference is the paint job and loads of carbon. I cant believe that there can be any better suspension than my skyhook multi.

 

Is a PP worth the price tag? No, obviously not to buyers. It's worth it to the factory selling them though - pure extra profit.

 

It depends on what your needs are, the PP suspension (Ohlins) is easier to upgrade springs, service, rebuild and revalve than the Skyhook setup. If you weigh over 175lbs or ride with a Pillion you may need heavier springs and a revalve especially if you like riding curvy roads at a decent pace.

When I bought my PP I got a great deal on a previous year left over and fully expected I would need to upgrade the suspension.

 

Skyhook every time. Get a much newer bike for the same money as an older pikes peak. Also, if you go for pre DVT, the wheels on PP are light weigh jobbies, but on DVT, you literally get Ohlins instead of Skyhook, 3 or 4 bits of carbon, an end can that literally does nothing, and a fancy paint job. For the older model twin spark etc, you get the wheels and a few extra bits of carbon, but mechanically, they are all identical, except for the end can. As all the noise suppression and back pressure are dealt with in the headers and cat box, the end can is purely for show, and even if you remove it completely, the noise from the bike remains largely unchanged. So, IMO only, Skyhook twin spark, or Skyhook DVT would be my choice.

 

To the OP I was like to drawn to the PP for it looks over performance, the red frame and being the red n white (soon to be tricolored) just think how much time n cost it would be to strip down a basic or (S) model just to have the frame powdercoated etc, just pay a bit more to have it down already...

As for the skyhook suspension, I cant tell if it working without riding a basic model... everyone raves about em but I don't have clue, I think wtf are onner bout it harsh as....

 

I'm on my 2nd and 3rd non DVT Pikes Peaks 2013 and 2014 models and love em.
You won't be disappointed in the Mutley, however I think the latest PP models don't represent good value for money.
The op hasn't said if he is considering new or 2nd hand?

 

Save your money buy the base model and save couple hundred on getting the suspension the basic STD bike handles better than most riders can use.

 

Depending on your budget, I’d buy a new or newer standard over an older PP. If you ride mainly without a pillion, and given you’re used to a standard setup on you’re current bike, you’ll be more than happy with a non skyhook bike.
Then buy some graphics or PP screen/carbon bits that you like.

 

It's only the 1260's that don't have red frames. DVT and twin spark etc, have the red frames on them depending on base color, but my red 2016 DVT has red frame.

 

I'm after a low mileage, near perfect condition non-twin spark PP, so 2010 to 2012 I think.... if anyone sees one?

 

I agree I always liked the paint scheme but couldn't see the point in paying all that extra.
Just buy the S version and get a paint job, I did this twice. (no point in painting the frame unless you rally like taking bikes to bits).
You can always add Carbon bits later as you find them, often on sale on the forum.
Here are mine in touring mode, I normally have the short PP screen fitted.

 

These threads crop up from time to time and always seem to take the same direction.

Those that didn't buy a PP say it isn't worth the extra £s for Ohlins, a bit of carbon and a fancy paint job. Those that did say it is!

FWIW, I bought my PP having sold a GS1200, which was a dreadful bike. I see why people buy them but it just wasn't blowing my (metaphorical) skirt up. One of the things I struggled with was the electronic suspension. It's an impressive set up, but I felt a little detached, like someone else was making the decisions for me. Which I was suppose was about right.

The bike before the GS was a Tuono Factory, once the suspension was set up correctly, it rode like a dream.

So that is pretty much why I went for the PP. I also like the fact it's a little rarer so you don't see as many. Not exactly the most commercially astute decision I've ever made, but when has that had anything to do with buying motorbikes?!

 

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