Launch control and pit lane limiter on the S, why would 99.9% of people want or ever use that. Heated grips would have been a better option. That exhaust outside the swinging arm is a monstrosity, even the Termi isn’t exactly nice to look at. On the SF those plastic panels below the tank look like an afterthought along with that big silver part ( Why not black ) and the gap between the bars and the fairing on the Panigale does make it look more like a supersport or tourer. Maybe they look better in reality but even though I was waiting to see what they were going to be like I think my Monster SP looks better. Will have to see them in person.
Gsxr with 150 and R1 with 170. No abs or any electronics b5llovks. Next thing you know they will get fitting Bluetooth and radar cruise control on Ducatis. Oh. Wait. Bikes are now aiming toward people who want all the thrills without so much of the danger. And yes I will be faster on a track with less power, but I want a bike to fight me and scare the crap out me. There are better bikes at much less money than these, Ducati USP of sport bikes is being diluted and once it's gone it's gone. The Honda triple is much more interesting. Although I've owned Ducati's from 1980 I'm no luddite, my SF is bonkers guess I am not the demographic for the new age of ducati more is the shame
If I change one of my bikes… this is where my money is going, probably going to be £5k cheaper than the Panigale V2, and yes 105hp but it’s not replacing my 899, it’s as well as.. finally! A Factory Rs660!
i saw it at EICMA, a very pretty bike, covered in carbon, swing arm cover, etc, but everyone i spoke to about it and the power drop just shook their heads. new model = progress a drop in power is not progress
