So what have you done today..?

Sam1199 · Mar 27, 2019

El Toro said: ↑

As most on here know I’ve been toying with the idea of switching from sports bikes to a Diavel since 2014 when I first test rode one. At the time I said it was a brilliant bike but after a few hours it was uncomfortable on my coccyx. However the yearning (if I can call it that) for one hasn’t diminished over the past 5 years.

When Ducati launched the new one last year I decided to put a deposit down on one (1260S) but with the proviso that if I didn’t like it when it actually rocked up that I could cancel. Added to that is the fact that we’ve since moved house and my garage space has shrunk and I need it to fit in the garage with my other bike and other stuff I’ve got in it. The dealer agreed.

Anyway after a few false starts (moving house, shit weather, personal commitments etc) I finally had a full day with the base model today. I managed to cover over 260 miles during the day and purposely covered motorways, A roads, B roads, potholed roads, steep roads, shitty roads etc etc. I also took it home to check I could get it comfortably in the garage, which thankfully I could

So how did it perform? Was it as good as I remembered or was I wearing rose tinted glasses?

I am pleased to report that it was better than I remembered.

Firstly Ducati have magically moved the CoG so it’s a helluva lot easier to move around at a standstill. I couldn’t move the old one unless I was sat on it and paddled around. The new one, even at 244kg fully fuelled, was easy to push around as well as a doddle sitting on it. So that was a big plus in my book.

Secondly this bike is a hooligan bike. It goes like stink and pulls like a train in every gear. It is certainly more than capable of embarrassing many a sports bike.

Handling wise it is fantastic. Looking at it you would think it shouldn’t do what it can. It is so light on the move and it goes round corners like a dream. I did a bit of roundabout surfing and reckon that if I’d got my leathers on I’d have been able to get my knee down. Or pretty close at least The fat rear tyre does not inhibit handling at all.

The brakes were sharp as hell too and did get used on a couple of occasions as unfortunately some drivers are idiots that really shouldn’t be allowed to drive. And cornering ABS is good too (I’m used to this as my Scrambler 1100 sport has it too).

Comfort wise they’ve also sorted the seat. I spent 7 hours solid on the bike and it was very comfortable indeed. So that was that box ticked too.

Unfortunately this was just the base model so I couldn’t test the quickshifter/auto blipper which the S has. Oh and cruise control is great too.

The one little niggle I had, which I’ve been told I’ll get used to, is that I occasionally switched the high beam on as the switch kind of overhangs the grip.

So how many out of 10? From memory I gave the old one a 9 out of 10. This one is definitely better so I’d give it a 9.5 (nothing should ever get 10 in my book as you can always improve things).

I was definitely impressed, and together with the deal I got for my Panigale I have pushed the button and will get my bike next week (4 S’s were delivered this afternoon, including my tentatively ordered one).

I’ve also picked my reg number and the bike will be PDI’d over the next few days. I just need to arrange insurance tomorrow and sell a kidney to pay for it and it’s job jobbed.

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Sounds good. I tested out the quickshifter on the Multistrada 1260 at the weekend. Bloody great, you won’t be disappointed.

I never thought quickshifting down was anything to write home about. It was great.

Like central locking, you never knew you needed it till it arrived.

Sam1199 · Mar 27, 2019

mick e said: ↑

Cleaned my exhaust. Well happy with the result.
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What did you clean it with?

Sam1199 · Mar 27, 2019

My day was a good day, in the end anyway.

Cancer scan...all clear.

Happy day.

mick e · Mar 27, 2019

Sam1199 said: ↑

What did you clean it with?
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Harpic power plus, wash and then a gentle polish.

Android853sp · Mar 27, 2019

Carole had a long day in London talking pension investments today (she is a pension trustee) so I took her out for something to eat tonight. We both enjoy our nearest Yo Sushi and tonight was no exception. Andy

West Cork Paul · Mar 27, 2019

Carr01 said: ↑

Yes it was requested, as was wedding certificate and birth cert, all original, all sent by recorded delivery.
Also utility bill, passport photo authenticated by my bank manager and payment.
Copies are not be acceptable.
You’ve got me worried now!
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I was wrong, perhaps I should listen to SWMBO better. You should get them back in 4-5 weeks.

West Cork Paul · Mar 27, 2019

Cream_Revenge said: ↑

Bust a toe. Could actually hear the bone go. Whoops. View attachment 150292
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Ouch

XH558 · Mar 27, 2019

El Toro said: ↑

As most on here know I’ve been toying with the idea of switching from sports bikes to a Diavel since 2014 when I first test rode one. At the time I said it was a brilliant bike but after a few hours it was uncomfortable on my coccyx. However the yearning (if I can call it that) for one hasn’t diminished over the past 5 years.

When Ducati launched the new one last year I decided to put a deposit down on one (1260S) but with the proviso that if I didn’t like it when it actually rocked up that I could cancel. Added to that is the fact that we’ve since moved house and my garage space has shrunk and I need it to fit in the garage with my other bike and other stuff I’ve got in it. The dealer agreed.

Anyway after a few false starts (moving house, shit weather, personal commitments etc) I finally had a full day with the base model today. I managed to cover over 260 miles during the day and purposely covered motorways, A roads, B roads, potholed roads, steep roads, shitty roads etc etc. I also took it home to check I could get it comfortably in the garage, which thankfully I could

So how did it perform? Was it as good as I remembered or was I wearing rose tinted glasses?

I am pleased to report that it was better than I remembered.

Firstly Ducati have magically moved the CoG so it’s a helluva lot easier to move around at a standstill. I couldn’t move the old one unless I was sat on it and paddled around. The new one, even at 244kg fully fuelled, was easy to push around as well as a doddle sitting on it. So that was a big plus in my book.

Secondly this bike is a hooligan bike. It goes like stink and pulls like a train in every gear. It is certainly more than capable of embarrassing many a sports bike.

Handling wise it is fantastic. Looking at it you would think it shouldn’t do what it can. It is so light on the move and it goes round corners like a dream. I did a bit of roundabout surfing and reckon that if I’d got my leathers on I’d have been able to get my knee down. Or pretty close at least The fat rear tyre does not inhibit handling at all.

The brakes were sharp as hell too and did get used on a couple of occasions as unfortunately some drivers are idiots that really shouldn’t be allowed to drive. And cornering ABS is good too (I’m used to this as my Scrambler 1100 sport has it too).

Comfort wise they’ve also sorted the seat. I spent 7 hours solid on the bike and it was very comfortable indeed. So that was that box ticked too.

Unfortunately this was just the base model so I couldn’t test the quickshifter/auto blipper which the S has. Oh and cruise control is great too.

The one little niggle I had, which I’ve been told I’ll get used to, is that I occasionally switched the high beam on as the switch kind of overhangs the grip.

So how many out of 10? From memory I gave the old one a 9 out of 10. This one is definitely better so I’d give it a 9.5 (nothing should ever get 10 in my book as you can always improve things).

I was definitely impressed, and together with the deal I got for my Panigale I have pushed the button and will get my bike next week (4 S’s were delivered this afternoon, including my tentatively ordered one).

I’ve also picked my reg number and the bike will be PDI’d over the next few days. I just need to arrange insurance tomorrow and sell a kidney to pay for it and it’s job jobbed.

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Excellent joined up writing report

West Cork Paul · Mar 27, 2019

Cleaned some corroded bits on the 748’s journey back to pristineness.

Ducbird · Mar 28, 2019

Sam1199 said: ↑

My day was a good day, in the end anyway.

Cancer scan...all clear.

Happy day.
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That’s great news Sam

El Toro · Mar 28, 2019

Sam1199 said: ↑

My day was a good day, in the end anyway.

Cancer scan...all clear.

Happy day.
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Good news fella!

Carr01 · Mar 28, 2019

El Toro said: ↑

As most on here know I’ve been toying with the idea of switching from sports bikes to a Diavel since 2014 when I first test rode one. At the time I said it was a brilliant bike but after a few hours it was uncomfortable on my coccyx. However the yearning (if I can call it that) for one hasn’t diminished over the past 5 years.

When Ducati launched the new one last year I decided to put a deposit down on one (1260S) but with the proviso that if I didn’t like it when it actually rocked up that I could cancel. Added to that is the fact that we’ve since moved house and my garage space has shrunk and I need it to fit in the garage with my other bike and other stuff I’ve got in it. The dealer agreed.

Anyway after a few false starts (moving house, shit weather, personal commitments etc) I finally had a full day with the base model today. I managed to cover over 260 miles during the day and purposely covered motorways, A roads, B roads, potholed roads, steep roads, shitty roads etc etc. I also took it home to check I could get it comfortably in the garage, which thankfully I could

So how did it perform? Was it as good as I remembered or was I wearing rose tinted glasses?

I am pleased to report that it was better than I remembered.

Firstly Ducati have magically moved the CoG so it’s a helluva lot easier to move around at a standstill. I couldn’t move the old one unless I was sat on it and paddled around. The new one, even at 244kg fully fuelled, was easy to push around as well as a doddle sitting on it. So that was a big plus in my book.

Secondly this bike is a hooligan bike. It goes like stink and pulls like a train in every gear. It is certainly more than capable of embarrassing many a sports bike.

Handling wise it is fantastic. Looking at it you would think it shouldn’t do what it can. It is so light on the move and it goes round corners like a dream. I did a bit of roundabout surfing and reckon that if I’d got my leathers on I’d have been able to get my knee down. Or pretty close at least The fat rear tyre does not inhibit handling at all.

The brakes were sharp as hell too and did get used on a couple of occasions as unfortunately some drivers are idiots that really shouldn’t be allowed to drive. And cornering ABS is good too (I’m used to this as my Scrambler 1100 sport has it too).

Comfort wise they’ve also sorted the seat. I spent 7 hours solid on the bike and it was very comfortable indeed. So that was that box ticked too.

Unfortunately this was just the base model so I couldn’t test the quickshifter/auto blipper which the S has. Oh and cruise control is great too.

The one little niggle I had, which I’ve been told I’ll get used to, is that I occasionally switched the high beam on as the switch kind of overhangs the grip.

So how many out of 10? From memory I gave the old one a 9 out of 10. This one is definitely better so I’d give it a 9.5 (nothing should ever get 10 in my book as you can always improve things).

I was definitely impressed, and together with the deal I got for my Panigale I have pushed the button and will get my bike next week (4 S’s were delivered this afternoon, including my tentatively ordered one).

I’ve also picked my reg number and the bike will be PDI’d over the next few days. I just need to arrange insurance tomorrow and sell a kidney to pay for it and it’s job jobbed.

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Did you not find wind blast at high speed an issue? Holding it above 100 I found got tiring very quickly.
I couldn’t work out if it was a longer wheelbase than I’m used to or if it was the feet forward riding position but tipping in to a corner at speed took some effort.
I guess things can be subjective, something one could get used to.
A lower centre of gravity (CoG) sounds like an interesting engineering change from Ducati, and quick shifters are just plain fun, you’ve tempted me in to taking one out again!
Congratulations on your new diavel and many happy a mile.

El Toro · Mar 28, 2019

Carr01 said: ↑

Did you not find wind blast at high speed an issue? Holding it above 100 I found got tiring very quickly.
I couldn’t work out if it was a longer wheelbase than I’m used to or if it was the feet forward riding position but tipping in to a corner at speed took some effort.
I guess things can be subjective, something one could get used to.
A lower centre of gravity (CoG) sounds like an interesting engineering change from Ducati, and quick shifters are just plain fun, you’ve tempted me in to taking one out again!
Congratulations on your new diavel and many happy a mile.

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The new one I've bought is the Diavel 1260S not the XDiavel so the pegs are normal position not feet forward.

Gandalf · Mar 28, 2019

El Toro said: ↑

As most on here know I’ve been toying with the idea of switching from sports bikes to a Diavel since 2014 when I first test rode one. At the time I said it was a brilliant bike but after a few hours it was uncomfortable on my coccyx. However the yearning (if I can call it that) for one hasn’t diminished over the past 5 years.

When Ducati launched the new one last year I decided to put a deposit down on one (1260S) but with the proviso that if I didn’t like it when it actually rocked up that I could cancel. Added to that is the fact that we’ve since moved house and my garage space has shrunk and I need it to fit in the garage with my other bike and other stuff I’ve got in it. The dealer agreed.

Anyway after a few false starts (moving house, shit weather, personal commitments etc) I finally had a full day with the base model today. I managed to cover over 260 miles during the day and purposely covered motorways, A roads, B roads, potholed roads, steep roads, shitty roads etc etc. I also took it home to check I could get it comfortably in the garage, which thankfully I could

So how did it perform? Was it as good as I remembered or was I wearing rose tinted glasses?

I am pleased to report that it was better than I remembered.

Firstly Ducati have magically moved the CoG so it’s a helluva lot easier to move around at a standstill. I couldn’t move the old one unless I was sat on it and paddled around. The new one, even at 244kg fully fuelled, was easy to push around as well as a doddle sitting on it. So that was a big plus in my book.

Secondly this bike is a hooligan bike. It goes like stink and pulls like a train in every gear. It is certainly more than capable of embarrassing many a sports bike.

Handling wise it is fantastic. Looking at it you would think it shouldn’t do what it can. It is so light on the move and it goes round corners like a dream. I did a bit of roundabout surfing and reckon that if I’d got my leathers on I’d have been able to get my knee down. Or pretty close at least The fat rear tyre does not inhibit handling at all.

The brakes were sharp as hell too and did get used on a couple of occasions as unfortunately some drivers are idiots that really shouldn’t be allowed to drive. And cornering ABS is good too (I’m used to this as my Scrambler 1100 sport has it too).

Comfort wise they’ve also sorted the seat. I spent 7 hours solid on the bike and it was very comfortable indeed. So that was that box ticked too.

Unfortunately this was just the base model so I couldn’t test the quickshifter/auto blipper which the S has. Oh and cruise control is great too.

The one little niggle I had, which I’ve been told I’ll get used to, is that I occasionally switched the high beam on as the switch kind of overhangs the grip.

So how many out of 10? From memory I gave the old one a 9 out of 10. This one is definitely better so I’d give it a 9.5 (nothing should ever get 10 in my book as you can always improve things).

I was definitely impressed, and together with the deal I got for my Panigale I have pushed the button and will get my bike next week (4 S’s were delivered this afternoon, including my tentatively ordered one).

I’ve also picked my reg number and the bike will be PDI’d over the next few days. I just need to arrange insurance tomorrow and sell a kidney to pay for it and it’s job jobbed.

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Congrats! Enjoy your new ride

Jamie Clare · Mar 28, 2019

Exige said: ↑

That's his girlfriend
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Just picked up her new gear

Exige · Mar 28, 2019

Jamie Clare said: ↑

Just picked up her new gear

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Phew - better

Kingfixer · Mar 29, 2019

Having the first coffee of the day in Costa in Paddington in readiness for a meeting at 7.30 , I mean who organises a meeting at 7.30am

El Toro · Mar 29, 2019

Kingfixer said: ↑

Having the first coffee of the day in Costa in Paddington in readiness for a meeting at 7.30 , I mean who organises a meeting at 7.30am
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You obviously.

XH558 · Mar 29, 2019

Kingfixer said: ↑

Having the first coffee of the day in Costa in Paddington in readiness for a meeting at 7.30 , I mean who organises a meeting at 7.30am
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The early bird catches the worm everytime

Kingfixer · Mar 29, 2019

El Toro said: ↑

You obviously.
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No not me I’m just an attending unfortunately

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