@winrow3745 If cornering ABS is a priority, then yes, you must stick with Bosh and Conti IMU equipped bikes. BTW, I'm probably one of the few that did not like the 950 Multi. Unlike the bigger 1200 or the 1260, I found the 950 vibacious. Then I rode the tracer GT which I preferred and it's a fraction of the price. If I were to commute, that's what I'd choose. Notwithstanding, if I'm debating between the Multistrada 950 and the 1200 DVT, I would step-up to the latter without hesitation.The weight difference is marginal and you'll never look back.
/winrow3745 Being a 2016 dvt owner from new I think it makes a great mile muncher and very capable and fun on the tight twisties too. The safety pack is only valuable when something goes wrong, then that built in witchcraft will save you and the bike. What to look out for: Personally I would recommend a full Ducati service history, this would give me confidence that all jobs done on schedule. I Have had many jobs done f.o.c when the bike was out of warranty too. Sensors/warped discs/new exhaust system/gear change indicator.... Early this year I had major service, belts, valves, all fluids and filters, hub removal and cleaned and new gold link chain and sprockets . (18k from the original and was still okay, but front sprocket was showing the most signs of wear. OEM chains are high maintenance keeping rust at bay) I would be a little weary of a bike that’s not been used (low mileage) only because imho most of the faults I’ve had happened up-to 10k mileage, after this everything has been sweet. I hope to keep mine for another 4 years as it’s absolutely mint and well capable of some very high mileage. 18k service with quality chain and sprockets replacement cost £1400, there is a lot of man hours to do all jobs. They get better and better with miles. It the sweetest is ever been. Good luck
I have to say that's a glowing review and a few bits stood out. It's the fun on the Twisties bodes well as I was concerned I'd miss my 675 Street triple on my Sunday blasts. It's also great to here they get better with age, I've never owned a Ducati so the old fashioned opinion about reliability was a slight concern. Cheers, Winrow.
Rode mine down to the south of France last year... great on the long Autoroute miles, cruise control on and easy. Got to the mountains and even fully laden it was great fun on twisting roads, picked Hattie up from Perpignan and we were then two-up and laden through Andorra into Spain and around the country over varied terrain before Bilbao and the ferry home. Didn't miss a beat and was everything it needed to be.
Hi I ride a 2013 PP multistrada and I absolutely love it I had every sports bike you can think off and enjoyed each one the last sports bike I owned before buying my multi was pani 1199s and yes that was a beautiful machine and I wish I could have kept it just to look at it in my garage but the multistrada has given me more smiles per miles because it does everything so well a couple of years back I was at boxhill on my 1199s got talking to a couple of multistrada owners and they both said once you own a multi you won't go back to a sports bike at the time a didn't agree but I get where they were coming from now What Ever year multistrada you buy you will enjoy
The faulty fuel sender just happens. You will not notice it on a test ride. Mine has had 4. Even the current supposedly fixed one failed after four weeks. They are £75 and can be fitted yourself. I’ve negated the faulty exhaust flaps by fitting an arrow full decat system. Worth it for the noise alone
At 18,000 miles the belts and valve clearances need doing. Factor this in if close to that mileage as people get rid before the big service. I stripped mine of its bodywork and got it all done for £600. Around £800 otherwise
My mate rides a Daytona 675 R, and there is nothing he could do that I couldn't on my multistrada. Granted the trumpet is very light and chuckable, but the multi is remarkably easy to chuck about too, despite its size. The wide bars make it very easy to change direction. We've been all over europe, alps, pyrenees, etc, including dirt passes and the multi does it effortlessly. Probably the biggest differences you will notice from a negative view point are the amount of noise from the turbulent air, and also the fork dive under heavy braking. Neither are serious, just take getting used to. The difference between S and non-S comes down to how much you want to spend, and whether you really need adjustable everything. I prefer the S, but 2 of my mates have non-S DVTs and have just as much fun. The 950 is a very accomplished bike too. Whether it is enough for you, only you can answer. Personally it doesnt have the grunt to do what I want it to when 2 up. Whatever you buy, you will love it. There are some good deals to be had at present. I was on the P&H web site this morning, they have some discounted multis available that could be worth a look
I tested a Tracer from Fowlers a few years back. Everyone told me it was "the bike to buy". I thought that it was sh1t!!! I bought a Ducati ST3 secondhand for a fraction of the price later the same weekend. No comparison, in my view. I was commuting between Gloucester and Bath at the time. My Monster needed filling up every other day due to the tiny tank!
I had a 2014 twin spark multi , ive had a 2015 dvt for the last 4 years , much better engine in the dvt
@DarR ..I agree the DVT verion is probably a more refined power delivery. I have a Non-DVT PP see pic. I removed the cat and added a "RapidBike" power commander and air filter. With the combination of light forged wheels and the loss of the cat (size of garden shed) its certainly quick in tight sections, but all out of speed at 240kph. Another alternative is the BMW 1000XR, like to try that for a few days
The XR won't do anything additional that the multi won't, just a different riding experience. I've had a number of plays with a guy I ride with who is similar ability to me and has an XR. There is next to nothing in it performance wise. Some of my mates have had Multis, XRs, and GS's. They like to swap bikes a bit. They all say they (bikes) are all good at what they do, but the multi wins for putting a smile on your face as its more involving to ride.
Get the rattling clutch do yourself a favour and buy old school ducati...... New bikes for new kids x
XR is more shouty, stiffer, more clinical, less wobbly at speed... MTS has nicer gearbox, is more relaxed and although slower it feels more alive and charismatic. XR is a heavier thing to manhandle too, MTS is lower if you’re shorter in the leg. XR steers faster too.
The XR is definitely not an option. I have to say I have zero interest in a 4 cylinder bike nowadays. I haven't had a 4 for a very long time and I want something with more character. A mate of mine had the XR and only had it for 12 months, he "liked" it he always said but he certainly didn't keep it very long. I always thought it looked incredibly bland as well.
Hi, I am waiting for my 2017 dvt to be delivered . Currently have a 2013 model. I see that DarR has both models; do you think the dvt feels heavier. When I was in a Ducati showroom they had 3 models lined up together. Just pulling them upright from the side stands the Dvt felt much heavier than the 2013 model. When I tried the 1260; it felt as light as the 2013. On paper they all seem about the same weight. Its also possible that the DVT may have had a full tank of fuel. But I read that they moved the engine 20cm higher up on the 1200 DVT and the weight increased by 5kg. Although the effort to bring it upright felt as though there was a big increase in weight. Any comments would be appreciated
They do feel top heavy, make sure you have a good footing when stopping. Once you are used to it you'll be fine, I love mine.
FWIW, I researched the topic in great detail before buying. I ended up going with a dealer-new, 2017 Enduro late last year. I'd read and watched many reviews and one common comment that made a lot of sense is that the changes made in gearing for the Enduro for lower speed off-road riding also made the engine happier at lower speed town/city riding. There's loads of power for the open road riding; in summary, I find the bike an easy ride at high and low speeds. It is a HUGE lump of a machine however and for the first time in my riding experience, I need to premeditate parking; no waddling on an Enduro unless you are over 6'2" (I'm 6'1"). Another attractive point was that by October last year there had only been one recall, the lower rear shock mount; this had been fixed at the dealers. Otherwise the only complaints I could find about the 2017 Enduro were about fuel senders but even these seemed rare compared to other Multistradas of similar age. My "new" 2017 Enduro only had a few dealer kms on it and was sold for CAN$16,842k including tax. I added Touratech bars, heated grips and panniers and all-in, including tax, I paid just under CAN$20k. I love the thing.
