I think the forks are Marzochi on the standard, the shock is Sachs (2012 models anyway) and there have been issues with the forks per the 1199 Panigale forum. Having said that, perhaps the best option is to buy the base and upgrade the suspension.
Exactly the route I'll be going down. The STK1000 boys don't use the electronic Ohlins suspension. Also you don't find the leccy Ohlins on the Superleggera. A decent cartridge kit for the front with a decant shock will see you right
The electronic bit is irrelevant, it is just a stepping motor on Ohlins suspension. If I was going again, I would possibly (although knowing me, perhaps not) buy the base, stick the TTX etc Ohlins stuff on, plus a little extra carbon and I would have pretty much the same bike as my S but for a little less money.
It's funny really, was thinking about upgrading maybe next year to an 'S' model. However over the last week or so, iv been thinking about the option of sticking some decent suspension (KTech) and maybe some carbon wheels on my base model. Will be just as good, if not better than the 'S' IMHO Iv used KTech cart kits and rear shocks over the years on circuit and really rate their products. So much so I'd probably choose them over Ohlins
Fastmonkey, this is my first ever post so be gentle with me. I've owned a base 1199 for a year now after having many different bikes over the past 30 years (gulp) including ktm, suzuki and ducati twins. I personally find the fuelling and throttle response very smooth with the std exhaust, I'm sure it's probably just a case of riding the bike more and getting used to it. I couldn't get the standard suspension dialled into my satisfaction and ended up ultimately buying FGRT 203 forks and ohlins non electronic shock with the appropriate spring rates. I also ended up getting the adjustable ohlins steering damper. I am now very happy with the suspension after spending time getting it dialled in and the damper is a big improvement over std. Shame irt took the extra money to get where I wanted to be given the bike was already over £16k. Hope this helps.
Don't think a test ride does any bike justice , myself included wen test ride I'm so used to current bike every thing feels wrong give it a good few miles used to r We're power comes in you won't be disappointed . Pani defo needs to be ridden feels wrong wen pottering
I had mine custom mapped and the fuelling is perfect. I know the argument is you shouldn't have to but a few hundred quid is small fry compared to the cost of the bike and it made a massive difference. Zero surging, nice and smooth and no dips in the 4 - 5k rev range.
Every bike needs a tweak or 2 weather pit be a map r gear ratio change to suit riders preference , it would not put me off buying one if it did we would all ride Honda fireblade s . Got fuelin/map done on mine when fitted austin system it's great .
Did you put a baffle in? The reason I ask is I'm thinking about maybe going down the route of a full Austin System.
ive followed it russell you can feel the exhaust pulses against you ,mind pretty close like , ha and its loud ,and I mean loud
Ran it with non , got one in at min end baffle . I had fueling done with that set up . Considering trying the second one . Sound snd performance great better looking if you want something bit different like I do .only pron for me I like the odd trip to work 5.45 am and not best form of transport now if I want to keep on good terms with my wife and neighbours its that loud . Doubt will pass track day either .ps jimmy your never that close ha ha
@Speedmouse - Thanks for the reply, interesting you changed all the suspension out. Sounds like the pipes and a custom map sorts the issue, @SimonT @SissyMc7 where did you get your maps done ?
