I posted it in the other thread if anyone wants to read it: https://www.ducatiforum.co.uk/threads/ducati-multistrada-1260-v4-190hp.71503/page-66 All the naysayers will tell you it's because journalists can't say anything bad if the want to avoid being blacklisted from other launches but I've found BIKE to be fairly honest (although they seem to have an overwhelming love of all things Triumph). I think if there was a real issue with the bike (as mentioned in these post) then it would have been referenced. Personally I'm not interested in taking a Multi on a track day and although I consider myself to be a reasonably fast and safe rider I'm no Biking God and doubt I would notice the differences. BUT THEN I STILL HAVEN'T RIDDEN ONE!!!
Nowhere have I read from members on this or any other forum that the new Multi V4 was bad. Personally, I trust the Multi V4 will be outstanding as expected from Ducati. In fact, I believe it will be brilliant. The BMW R 1250 GS is also brilliant, so is the Honda Gold Wing DCT and many others. However, I don't want those either because they are not designed for my intended purpose and/or they don't have features I'm looking for.
Of all the bikes I’ve had, most have had 19” front wheels. The handling on my GS’s was brilliant, so I’m sure the V4 will handle just fine. But, I just happen to like the characteristics of the 1260 more.
Went from a Mutley 1200 to a GS. After a few days on the GS adjusting to the larger front wheel, I was riding just as I did on the Mutley. You adapt; move on and enjoy
I believe people may be misunderstanding the grief that the people are expressing in regards to the 19 inch front wheel. With all the changes made to the new multistrada, ie more compact motor totally re positioned in a totally new frame, everyone expected it to handle considerably better than the current old design, and whilst it may well handle better even with a 19 inch front wheel, the point is how much better it would have been if it had a 17 inch front wheel and appropriate 190 rear. I'm sure given time they will bring out a version of it, considering most people on a multistrada never take their bikes off road anyway In summary when they say the 19" has no effect on the road use, they are only comparing it to the old 1260, not to how it could have been, had they've set it up as we would have expected them to You watch, when they bring out the dedicated 17 inch version, the rave reviews it will get, and how much sharper it is now Its as simple as this, the tyre and wheel combo it has is only to help its off road use at the expense of some on road use (everything is a compromise)
We are talking a lot about the 19 "wheel, but what about the thin rear wheel? Has anyone talked about what will happen in the fast curves? I see it very difficult that it does not move backwards with so little tire, if not, In moto gp they would have a wheel of 19 in front and 17 behind and much narrower than the 200 they carry
I oredered a V4s will be delivered in February is the estimate here in Holland now riding BMW K1600GT I hope I can feel the weight difference The BMW is too heavy
Try not to confuse the Multistrada V4 with a MotoGP bike. I've never noticed the 19 fornt-120/70 rear combination to slow down a fast rider in the slightest. The V4 will corner as fast and as hard as the 1260.
I would love to see a track shoot-out between the lighter 1260 Pikes Peak with it's light forged wheels, wider 190 rear tire , 120 17" front tire and Ohlins suspension Versus the heavier Multistrada V4 with heavier cast and thinner 170 rear and taller 120 19" front wheel. My money is on the 1260. In fact, I don't think the Multi V4 has a snowball's chance in hell of out-handling even the 1260S in a face-off.
And the Streetfighter would whip them both on a racetrack which is the right bike to buy if you wanted to track it regularly.
I don't agree. I've got adjustable clip ons on my Panigale V4S. The streetfighter is only marginally more comfortable than it. Unless you really want a naked bike, I don't see the point of the streetfighter. If you want to hit the track, get a panigale. Put some adjustable clip-ons on it and you have pretty much the same comfort as the streetfighter, but better wind protection, better looking (IMO), more power and a bit sharper handling. It works great for track days AND day long street rides. If you need more comfort than this affords, then look at a multi, which will be MUCH more comfortable than a streetfighter.
there's the biggest problem right there, everyone thinks the Multi V4 is a race bike, it's not actually a race bike. Regardless, your wheels and suspension may make the suspension feel a bit different but it doesn't make the bike any faster on real roads
Panigale V4 will be best of all if you like your sports bikes and track days. Sadly age catching up with some of us stops them being the best option.
A track shoot-out is a litmus test for handling. Lighter & stronger wheels make a huge difference in handling. Not just a bit. Then add to that the better suspension. The 1260 PP handles like a 600cc. There's a reason for the price difference. Have we forgotten this:
Eh? If you read the test in Bike magazine it talks about having to narrow the rear tyre to work with the front. Without wanting to sound off.....yours is a strange statement, as after your suspension, wheels are the next biggest contributor to how the bike handles. If you don’t believe me, go and buy some lightweight ones.
