V4 V4 Pikes Peak - Any Issues?

1. The respect of your fellow motorcyclists and having to beat away the opposite sex with the proverbial shitty stick.

2. An emphatic yes. Had a 1200PP then 1260PP now V4PP, it’s hands down the best bike I’ve owned.

 

Yeah, that pretty much nails it!

 

Yup, correct on both points ......except the opposite sex bit .......but that could be me

 

Fuel consumption, don’t expect similar mpg to your Enduro. Andy

 

Also, having ridden an Enduro (which I really enjoyed) a couple of times, I think you’ll find the suspension a lot more responsive. I was going to say harder but don’t think it quite covers it. The steering on your bike is a lot more like the V4, the PP is more ‘darty’, but very confidence inspiring at the same time.

 

It's amazing, you won't regret it. As for issues, some have had oil leaks (inc me) which have come from the water pump. See the thread in this forum called "catastrophic oil leak". If you're buying new, the production line is getting a different seal which should mean it doesn't happen for new bikes anymore. But it's a very rare thing anyway.

Here's a link to the thread:
https://www.ducatiforum.co.uk/threads/v4s-catasrophic-oil-leak.92820/

It's actually V4 engine related, not specifically Pikes Peak or even Multistrada.

 

I had the V4s , then had the PP V4s , had issues and went back to the V4s . The V4 S for me is a brilliant bike as good as the PP but better if you like the back roads as its not as twitchy and surface sensitive. As fast , as comfortable , and a great package and deals well with all that is thrown at it , I ride Wales most of the time and our roads are in bad condition with broken surface holes , gouges , but the V4s rides them , the PP struggled. Even in the track like Spainish mountains the V4s performed and shreds tyres , not ridden the PP there but I had to change my pegs after and I ride in High with min luggage . Dont dismiss the V4s as is may not be be the Princess but is a great wife.

 

Owned the V4 while waiting for the PP. Then the PP arrived early as it wasn't due until March. Literally only done around 50 miles so can't offer a massive insight. But after coming from almost exclusively sports to this I'm very happy. Seems to be the ultimate all rounder for me. Ride does feel different, but not a hard ride by any stretch and still comfy in touring mode. Eats round-a-bouts rather than being hauled through kind of feeling while still offering the wide bar/upright position.

Best bike I've owned

 

One life , lots of choices , follow your heart , always a winner . Your a sports bike chap so the PP is the obvious choice .
Either way both bikes will work for you . (keep the enduro lol)

 

Fuck practical, buy with your heart.

 

“heartbreak when I sell my Sportsbike” ? Not ridden an Enduro so cannot comment on how its performance compares to your Sportsbike but my Panigale V4S track bike has been retired and replaced by a (slightly modified ) 2010 Multistrada 1200 which is an absolute hoot. Couldn't measure my times at Almeria but the people I ride with said I seemed marginally quicker on the Multistrada. Andy

 

If you're going from a sportsbike (like I did when I went initially to a 1260S and now to a V4 PP), I'd recommend the PP. You'll find it insanely comfy by comparison, but will enjoy the tyre selection, stiffer suspension and turning speed when compared to the V4S. It's like a sportsbike, only comfy, which is great as it means you can ride all day without anything hurting.

Obviously the best thing to do would be to get back to back test rides, but I doubt you'll find a PP anywhere as a demo bike.

 

This is the nail on the head. And as you've now said you are also coming from sports I would definitely say PP.

Sounds like you and I are on the same page in looking for one bike to do it all. The PP is it.

 

That multi must have some serious mods on it to be/seem faster round a track than a Panigale V4, I'm over 8 seconds a lap slower on my Multi around Donington Park compared to my 09 Fireblade track bike.

 

Put clear paint protection on the tank especially from new, the paint is very soft and scratches easily

 

Yep, got a mark on mine almost right away. Quite deep, no idea if it can be salvaged.

 

Enjoyed the V4S a great deal. My PP vibrated considerably at around UK cruising speed. Ducati not interested. Had a good offer and let it go. Rally on order.