Last of the model will be most reliable, first of next less so imho (and experience!). If buying new, buy a 17 model new or a 19 model
Whilst my assumption is still that I’ll buy a Multistrada 1260, the Kawasaki H2 SX looks as though it’ll be so hilariously OTT as a sports tourer that it might be worth considering...
Aside from making a seat that fits properly, i would find it hard to see where improvements could be made, just perhaps a QS/blipper. Bike certainly isn't lacking in power or drive.
My wish list would be: V4 engine Better screen Radar assisted cruise control Lighter Usb charger in the cockpit rather than Hella connector Seat that fits flush with the tank Quickshifter Auto blipper Less inboard rear brake pedal Rear led indicators as standard
I like the ideas shared @TCochrane and have voiced my liking of a multi-stradaV4 also. In the meantime you can get ultra bright indicator LEDs from this place. Just make sure you order the correct pin angle. The cruise control system is already in high end vehicles & I'd hedge my bets BMW beats Ducati too this very concept.
Could be better bradders, like operating below 20 mph for these bloody crawling zones that are springing up everywhere around here, and auto brakes like you have on c/c in cars.
I like using mine; though tapping brake to disengage & then tapping control button to speed back up to the preset speed is good. Having a system that auto decelerates for an object you've caught & then accelerate to its max preset would be advantageous. I've mentioned lane assistance previously & collision avoidance warning system. Which I believe BMW is bringing that to their future motorbikes with mirror warning systems.... heated mirrors would be nice for us winter riders!
