Yes, I think that its critical for Ducati to lead in price with a quality product like the V2S. I think Ducati marketing hit the mark when they put out the scrambler at a very market friendly price. It was clearly a home run for Ducati. Ducati instantly became a mass market member. The V2s continues that but at a higher level. I think next it is necessary to take the scrambler and build a Multi version of the scrambler engine at a 500CC Honda price point. Add more mass market appeal to the brand. Bring in more market share, expand dealership accessibility to buyers. After that i think a big touring bike, like a V4T with a shaft drive or a belt drive. A shaft drive V4 would. Need to be a rotated 90 degree larger displacement V4 engine with a BMW RTish fairing protection with luggage. Focused on the two up touring crowd. Its a little bold but there is market share in the BMW RT crowd.
Depends on where you are! This is over $25K in Australia. That’s close to Africa Twin pricing. Tenere, V Strom 800/650, are significantly cheaper here. Euros like the Tuareg are 2.5K cheaper. Mind you - I reckon this one is the most road oriented- it’s really a sports tourer, not an ADV. the lack of owner serviceability in the bush puts me off. Have you done an air filter in one of these? You’re plowing through the desert, and need to check the air filter. Off goes a stack of plastic and bolts, and have to remove the tank! But as a sports tourer, on road, this will be great!
I just bought a 2020 950S, best bike I've ever owned. Looks the best of the middleweight ADVs IMO, engine has character, is very comfortable, has all the bells and whistles. I have hard bags all around, LEDs all around, really nothing more I could ask for.
I have the exact same year and model. The bells and whistles are fantastic. My only three "fusses" after 3k miles are that (1) I have Givi hard bags and mounting/demounting this thing loaded is an adventure. I'm 5 10", so not a complete shrimp. I have to use the pegs and feel the kickstand is too weak for this process. (2) jacking with the chain / having to clean and lube it after a long day or 2 on the road as opposed to the shaft drive on my BMW R9T aka city bike. (3) the fuel gauge and I are going to have a serious conversation. Otherwise Wow!
I do agree on your comments with the exception on finding neutral. I have just started riding my new V2S , 4-5 hours riding. No problems with finding neutral. It's a really nice bike to ride. It sounds nice as well .Thanks for the review.
Dude! Thanks VERY much for this great review. You hit everything I needed know and really appreciate your honesty. Love the V4S but it is 24k above this bike in Thailand due to the tariffs on import liter bikes. So i had to settle for the V2 on my budget ( it’s 22k usd here) and have one on order. Thanks again and a cold beer waiting for you over here if you ever make down this way. Cheers.
Thank you brother for your knowledge. I'm a middle aged man. Been surfing around thinking about buying Haven't been any bike since I was a teen. I been watching a few different videos on different bikes and definitely interested in this one. Keep up the good work thank you
If you are just starting out again, the V2 is a great choice. If you go the smaller cruiser style bike first, you will wish you bought this one once you get comfortable again.
Thank you I'm a big kid in heart Not only do I like the style I like something if I decide to ride-off on the trails. And thank you for your feedback And ride safe be safe and I'm from upstate New York Wish I had the privilege of riding 🤪 around
REMBO. You missed on the front and rear suspension specs. THe correct description of the front suspension is that it is fully electronically adjustable rebound and compression damping (Left fork only) with manual spring preload adjustment (right fork only). Rear suspension is fully electronically adjustable rebound and compression damping control with electronically adjustable spring preload. Both front and rear suspension being “Sky Hook” controlled in other words semi-active controlled. Definitely a mouth full.
Hi Rembo, just found your review of this V2S. I decided to sacrifice my 22 Pikes Peak for a daily commuting SUV. For me the new PP is the best all around bike I have ever owned or ridden. With my budget being lower for a new bike, I focused my attention on the V2S. I am waiting for delivery and decided to purchase it without a demo ride as the majority of the reviews have been excellent. Great to hear that you are impressed with it based on your experience with the V4's. I added the spoked wheels to my V2S as I intend to do some light off road with it. Thanks for providing another comprehensive unbias review.
V2 is probably better for smaller solo riders who need long tank range. The V4 is a beast but it's huge and drinks gas by the barrel. The V2's closest competitor could be the BMW F900XR which is more road focused.
Nice review, honest and precise. I just bought MTS V2, exactly for the same reason as you said, I don't need too much and also the price is very high in Brazil! Let's see if I will enjoy this bike, my last was a Bmw R 1250 GS, too heavy and large, not for me definitely. Congrats again for your video!
Appreciate the honest and straight forward review and all the details you included about the bike in it. The Multistrata V2 is a bike I’m very interested in buying but there is one item that could be a deal breaker for me, Engine Heat. I too live in Florida and I do a lot of riding in stop and go traffic with long periods of time stopped at red lights. As you know the summer heat lasts forever here. I wouldn’t be happy with a bike that puts out a lot of engine heat, been there done that. I always wear a full face helmet and enclosed shoes but my other riding attire is typically a tee-shirt and shorts. I know, I know but that’s not going to change. I test rode a 1200 Monster at Bike Week 4 or 5 years ago and was surprised at how much heat it put off. Although I’d have to admit I was flogging it, the outdoor temperature wasn’t high at the time. (March) Needless to say, I didn’t buy the bike. How hot is it for the rider on the V2, in city traffic, on a sweltering hot day? Might consider the Multistrata V4 also. I saw somewhere that the fairings are designed to reduce engine heat reaching the rider but I don’t know how effective that is when you’re sitting in traffic? I personally would like to have the extra power even though I’d have to agree with you it’s not needed. I do prefer the sound of the V2 more and the lower price tag but in the long run the price difference isn’t a problem if it’s more enjoyable to ride year round in Florida. Like the Hypermotard and Streetfighter too but I don’t believe you can get them with factory saddlebags? I need to do more research.
Good review on a bike I’m interested in. By the way the new triumph tiger 1200 also comes in GT form which has a 19” cast front wheel. I have ridden one and it is a whole new tiger, much lighter and very flickable.
Nice video again👍, i'v orderd the v2s in end of december. I told you in a previous video.🤗 Stil waiting for it. Hope it comes verry soon. What Do you think about the stand spring problem, bolt nuts losing from fairing. En maybe start en stall isseus, For this model ? I'm happy to see ducati helped you . Well i have to wait for my bike. Keep up good work. Nice videos. Bye
Nice review, helpful and real world thanks. For me the key issues of 1260 v 950 are price, weight and usable performance. The V2S ticks all the right boxes. Greetings from the Mother Country 🇬🇧
The best Multistrada so far, had enough power, preserve gas consumption and deliver great confort except the location of the front turn lights for off road riders !
Thanks for the super review Rembo! New sub 😊 Currently I have the Triumph Street Triple RS and am thinking of upgrading to the V2s. Would love to hear your thoughts on this. Cheers
Great review. I'm undecided between the MS V2s or the MG V100s. No off road riding, mainly commute in the city and day rides out of city and occasional weekend long rides. I love the look of both and power and handling I'm good. My only issue is that the MS will be better for longer rides but MG sweet sharp look and I like more torque bikes. Any thoughts from others to help me in my decision.
Great review, from your perspective! As a shorter rider I'd probably go for the low seat. Styling is spot on, glad they're getting away from the exaggerated 'beak'. Color combo is subjective but l ilke this one. A bit off topic here, but when did manufacturers get away from cast brake/fluid reservoirs? Seems like an obvious cost reduction measure, and I for one miss them. Silly, I suppose 😁
Thanks for your reply. Could I ask 2 follow questions on your V2S experience? 1. Did you notice much buzz and vibration in the seat, bars, or pegs from either running at high revs in 3rd or 4th, or at highway speeds in 6th? 2. Was the fueling and on/off throttle transitions smooth in low-speed traffic in 1st and 2nd, or was the throttle snatchy/choppy? Also FYI, while in Sarasota this winter the Yamaha dealer here held a demo day and there were many models available to ride, including the Tracer 9GT. It was escorted and there was no highway, but some Japanese dealers do hold demos. Check out the events section of the manufacturers website to see the demo locations across the country. That's how I found this one.
Rah, I’m at SOUTHCOM now (Miami) after spoiled from the roads and climate in Camp Pendleton (SOCAL). Im wondering if it’s worth it to get back on a bike here. Drivers, weather, and lack of good roads here really hold me back. However, the itch is getting stronger.
Although you can ride in south Florida all year round, the heat and humidity of the summer sucks. The biggest problem is that the roads suck because they are all straight and flat. You have to look for areas you can let loose and ride with fun.
Superb video. Wondering if you plan to review the BMW F900XR? Except for the front suspensions it seems to have everything that the 950s/V2S has. Plus a stock steering damper.
Great, detailed and balanced review as ever 👍 I gotta say, that I think the V2, with its new paint scheme, is by far the best looking adventure bike, of any manufacturer….and better looking than the V4 too. I’m guessing the next V4 facelift will switch to this….. I agree with you that the bike is brilliant, feels great and handles well, but my only gripe is that on a long hill, especially with a pillion, (or any weight in the panniers) the engine had to be worked a little hard to make effective passes, with the revs feeling somewhat strained, and a slightly disappointing surge. I found the GS had the same problem to be fair, though of course with a lot more torque at lower speeds. No such problem on the V4.
@@benkelly2190 no, I’m talking about the 1250GS. At lower speeds it’s great, but once you are up to highway speeds or passing on long hills, the 1250GS feels asthmatic when asking any more of it. I also found that at 75 or 80mph the GS feels that it’s revving higher than necessary, and would be much more relaxing on long runs at those speeds with a taller 6th. It certainly has the torque to cope with a taller 6th when cruising (as opposed to passing, for the reasons I’ve mentioned).
I have owned three Ducatis, a 900 SS, ST4S w/ ABS and a 2007 Multi 1100S. I am currently without a bike and comparing models. I can buy both a Desert Sled and a V2S Multi for only a little more than a V4S.
Rembo what's your opinion between V2S and used low mileage 1260s? It's similar in price, maybe it's more "multistrada" then 1260s but I am more street and road rider... thanks.
I’ve been thinking about picking up a set of those mirrors for my 1260. Nice review, I’m a fan of the looks of the V2 vs the V4. But, I may be biased. 😄. That being said, not sure I could be happy with the power on that bike. It’s not just about top speed, but also about roll on power/passing power for me.
I've been waiting for an English review of this bike, but it seems like this "review" was mostly a comparison to your V4. I understand offering such a comparison, but many people (like me) who are looking at this bike are likely looking at similar sized competition (Tiger 900 GT, Tracer 9 GT, GSX100GT, F900XR, NT 1100 in Europe, Versys 1000). You make passing mention of 2 of these bikes, but no comparison at all. If you have ridden any of these bikes, it might be helpful to edit the video and add commentary about comparison to its direct competitors. Thanks for the review.
That is a great perspective. I did do a review of the triumph 900 rally pro but it was not very favorable. I believe the tiger 1200 when it is finally released in the United States will be a better comparison
I also think that the tracer nine GT is a great bike. I would love to ride one but unfortunately none of the dealers here in South Florida for the Japanese bikes will allow you to test ride
Great bike; great numbers. Aside from the price of entry, I do wonder about cost of ownership, access to dealerships, availability of parts and CHS (cachet hubris syndrome). I wonder . . . but still want.
If not the V4S, I would go for the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX to be honest. I like the V2, but I prefer the inline 4 engines over twins. If you have an opportunity, I would like to see a video about the Ninja 1000 SX.
@@RemboUSMC That is a shame. Hopefully there will be a test ride event around your area. I mean when a brand picks up a bunch of bikes, loads into a semi and you can try all of them.
@@RemboUSMC You might be able to testride the H2 SX SE too. Which is a very unique bike, not just the supercharger, but the electrinics package. The whole bike screams to me this: “Fuck you Europe, we can do a premium bike too”. That is why I prefer Kawasaki over any other brand from Japan.
@@attiladerbimotard Kawasaki makes some awesome motorcycles. The problem I have is that there are no test rides allowed for any of the Japanese manufactures anywhere near me
@@davidhobson7851 thanks for the reply!!! I find myself enjoying the Ducati more every time I ride it !!! Here is my video of my first multistrada, hope you enjoy it!! And what are you riding now ? ruclips.net/video/r2p9mr19-QQ/видео.html
@@artmchugh5644 it’s a bit complicated! Was due to pick up a new Suzuki s1000gt for the trip but when I knew it wasn’t coming started to look else where. I didn’t want to do the tour on my Fatboy so pulled trigger on the v2s
Brembo doesnt design or manufacture the ABS electronics. Bosch has always been the Big Brain behind the European ABS, Stability Control, Traction Control Electronics design, Code and Module work on BMW, Ducati and KTM i believe. Maybe many more use the Bosch systems of dynamic control. The system was initially designed by Robert Bosch in conjunction with the Automobile industry (Mercedes Benz) I believe in 1978. Fist used on a production motorcycle in 1987/88, a BMW K100RS (ABS) special addition. Sorry for the rant.
Hey viewers, remember to get the opportunity to review bikes the reviewer cant say negative things or will not be given the opportunity . Its just the facts they wont tell you. I will tell you these v twins rear cylinder will heat you up and in my case the seat was cooking ya. They wont mention that. Some folks cant put it together that's happening in the heat of the summer. V4S had to address this issue, I traded my Ducati and have another now but with no vtwin, fantastic bikes but slow traffic hot day suks... enjoy my friends stay informed.
That is an interesting take. The V2 is always had a heating issue except with this multi-Strada. All of the other V2 and V4 bikes that Ducati makes certainly are hot to sit on. I did not give a great review to the triumph, I am always pretty honest. Remember, I only have these bikes for about an hour
@@RemboUSMC I have seen owner reviews following my comments above of the 9oo cc class Multi. One of the reasons I believe this engine was introduced to generate less heat/weight of the bike. Notice when New demo bikes are available mostly early spring.
It's 3k overpriced , too close to the v4s and If you think abt the extra valve service , which would be abt 2k , just not worth it IMO . Thx for the review!
I mentioned this in my comment too. On the flat I think the V2 is fine, but when on a hill, and making a pass, especially with any weight on the back (but even without), I found the V2 to struggle and need more revs than I’d like, for very little forward reward. Had to go for the V4.
I find the V4 could do with a few extra horses . 170 at the crank but by the time that gets to wheel to push the heavy weight around it is a tad underpowered .
@@andrewberg2361 try it with the full akro…… it still isn’t up with a 200hp superbike, but it makes a noticeable difference to power and torque…… and sounds better too 😃👍 I think the main issue with the V4 in terms of pushing much higher speeds, is the frontal area and wind resistance, as opposed to its weight, because once you are up above 150hp, the limit to acceleration is more about keeping the front wheel down.
Do you think the price point of the Ducati Multistrada V2S allows it to compete with some of the Japanese motorcycles?
Yes, I think that its critical for Ducati to lead in price with a quality product like the V2S. I think Ducati marketing hit the mark when they put out the scrambler at a very market friendly price. It was clearly a home run for Ducati. Ducati instantly became a mass market member. The V2s continues that but at a higher level. I think next it is necessary to take the scrambler and build a Multi version of the scrambler engine at a 500CC Honda price point. Add more mass market appeal to the brand. Bring in more market share, expand dealership accessibility to buyers.
After that i think a big touring bike, like a V4T with a shaft drive or a belt drive. A shaft drive V4 would. Need to be a rotated 90 degree larger displacement V4 engine with a BMW RTish fairing protection with luggage. Focused on the two up touring crowd. Its a little bold but there is market share in the BMW RT crowd.
Depends on where you are! This is over $25K in Australia. That’s close to Africa Twin pricing. Tenere, V Strom 800/650, are significantly cheaper here. Euros like the Tuareg are 2.5K cheaper. Mind you - I reckon this one is the most road oriented- it’s really a sports tourer, not an ADV. the lack of owner serviceability in the bush puts me off. Have you done an air filter in one of these? You’re plowing through the desert, and need to check the air filter. Off goes a stack of plastic and bolts, and have to remove the tank! But as a sports tourer, on road, this will be great!
I just bought a 2020 950S, best bike I've ever owned. Looks the best of the middleweight ADVs IMO, engine has character, is very comfortable, has all the bells and whistles. I have hard bags all around, LEDs all around, really nothing more I could ask for.
Good choice!
Agreed 100%. I like the spoked wheels for the US model much more than I thought I would
@@bolo1263 yep
I have the exact same year and model. The bells and whistles are fantastic. My only three "fusses" after 3k miles are that (1) I have Givi hard bags and mounting/demounting this thing loaded is an adventure. I'm 5 10", so not a complete shrimp. I have to use the pegs and feel the kickstand is too weak for this process. (2) jacking with the chain / having to clean and lube it after a long day or 2 on the road as opposed to the shaft drive on my BMW R9T aka city bike. (3) the fuel gauge and I are going to have a serious conversation. Otherwise Wow!
I do agree on your comments with the exception on finding neutral. I have just started riding my new V2S , 4-5 hours riding. No problems with finding neutral. It's a really nice bike to ride. It sounds nice as well .Thanks for the review.
Dude! Thanks VERY much for this great review. You hit everything I needed know and really appreciate your honesty. Love the V4S but it is 24k above this bike in Thailand due to the tariffs on import liter bikes. So i had to settle for the V2 on my budget ( it’s 22k usd here) and have one on order. Thanks again and a cold beer waiting for you over here if you ever make down this way. Cheers.
Kevin, thank you for sharing this info. I traveled all over Europe but need a Thailand trip for sure.
I px a Gs for a V2s and loving it. Like you said less weight, more agile & flickable. My first Ducati experience and so far so good. Great review 👍
Thanks for sharing
Thank you brother for your knowledge. I'm a middle aged man. Been surfing around thinking about buying Haven't been any bike since I was a teen. I been watching a few different videos on different bikes and definitely interested in this one. Keep up the good work thank you
If you are just starting out again, the V2 is a great choice. If you go the smaller cruiser style bike first, you will wish you bought this one once you get comfortable again.
Thank you I'm a big kid in heart
Not only do I like the style I like something if I decide to ride-off on the trails. And thank you for your feedback And ride safe be safe and I'm from upstate New York Wish I had the privilege of riding 🤪 around
@@thomaswhitbeck7564 I’m originally from the north east corner of Pennsylvania so I understand your pain of limited riding
REMBO. You missed on the front and rear suspension specs. THe correct description of the front suspension is that it is fully electronically adjustable rebound and compression damping (Left fork only) with manual spring preload adjustment (right fork only). Rear suspension is fully electronically adjustable rebound and compression damping control with electronically adjustable spring preload. Both front and rear suspension being “Sky Hook” controlled in other words semi-active controlled. Definitely a mouth full.
Hi Rembo, just found your review of this V2S. I decided to sacrifice my 22 Pikes Peak for a daily commuting SUV. For me the new PP is the best all around bike I have ever owned or ridden. With my budget being lower for a new bike, I focused my attention on the V2S. I am waiting for delivery and decided to purchase it without a demo ride as the majority of the reviews have been excellent.
Great to hear that you are impressed with it based on your experience with the V4's. I added the spoked wheels to my V2S as I intend to do some light off road with it.
Thanks for providing another comprehensive unbias review.
It’s a great choice, being more lightweight is a major bonus plus you save some money. Thank you so much for your comment.
V2 is probably better for smaller solo riders who need long tank range. The V4 is a beast but it's huge and drinks gas by the barrel. The V2's closest competitor could be the BMW F900XR which is more road focused.
Excellent observations. I do have to agree.
What a fine motorcycle...I love this bike I was loving the Tiger GT Pro then test road this.OH, Lord What a bike!
Right on!
Nice review, honest and precise. I just bought MTS V2, exactly for the same reason as you said, I don't need too much and also the price is very high in Brazil! Let's see if I will enjoy this bike, my last was a Bmw R 1250 GS, too heavy and large, not for me definitely. Congrats again for your video!
Glad it was helpful!
@@RemboUSMC sure you did! Would be a pleasure have you here in Brazil to a ride!!!
Great review and very helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
Appreciate the honest and straight forward review and all the details you included about the bike in it. The Multistrata V2 is a bike I’m very interested in buying but there is one item that could be a deal breaker for me, Engine Heat.
I too live in Florida and I do a lot of riding in stop and go traffic with long periods of time stopped at red lights. As you know the summer heat lasts forever here. I wouldn’t be happy with a bike that puts out a lot of engine heat, been there done that. I always wear a full face helmet and enclosed shoes but my other riding attire is typically a tee-shirt and shorts. I know, I know but that’s not going to change.
I test rode a 1200 Monster at Bike Week 4 or 5 years ago and was surprised at how much heat it put off. Although I’d have to admit I was flogging it, the outdoor temperature wasn’t high at the time. (March)
Needless to say, I didn’t buy the bike.
How hot is it for the rider on the V2, in city traffic, on a sweltering hot day?
Might consider the Multistrata V4 also. I saw somewhere that the fairings are designed to reduce engine heat reaching the rider but I don’t know how effective that is when you’re sitting in traffic?
I personally would like to have the extra power even though I’d have to agree with you it’s not needed.
I do prefer the sound of the V2 more and the lower price tag but in the long run the price difference isn’t a problem if it’s more enjoyable to ride year round in Florida.
Like the Hypermotard and Streetfighter too but I don’t believe you can get them with factory saddlebags? I need to do more research.
Great info. Thank you for taking the time to post.
Man
I really like this bike
I have been calling several dealers but they don’t have it in stock to see it in person
What dealer did you go to ?
Good review on a bike I’m interested in. By the way the new triumph tiger 1200 also comes in GT form which has a 19” cast front wheel. I have ridden one and it is a whole new tiger, much lighter and very flickable.
Nice video again👍, i'v orderd the v2s in end of december. I told you in a previous video.🤗 Stil waiting for it. Hope it comes verry soon. What Do you think about the stand spring problem, bolt nuts losing from fairing. En maybe start en stall isseus, For this model ? I'm happy to see ducati helped you . Well i have to wait for my bike. Keep up good work. Nice videos. Bye
Because the controls are the same as many of the other Ducati products, unlike the V4, I don’t foresee any issues with the V2
Nice review, helpful and real world thanks.
For me the key issues of 1260 v 950 are price, weight and usable performance.
The V2S ticks all the right boxes.
Greetings from the Mother Country 🇬🇧
Thank you for the kind words and I’m hoping that it was helpful for you
@@RemboUSMC It was and it arrives next week to replace my Monster R.
The best Multistrada so far, had enough power, preserve gas consumption and deliver great confort except the location of the front turn lights for off road riders !
Thanks for the super review Rembo! New sub 😊
Currently I have the Triumph Street Triple RS and am thinking of upgrading to the V2s. Would love to hear your thoughts on this.
Cheers
Great review. I'm undecided between the MS V2s or the MG V100s. No off road riding, mainly commute in the city and day rides out of city and occasional weekend long rides. I love the look of both and power and handling I'm good. My only issue is that the MS will be better for longer rides but MG sweet sharp look and I like more torque bikes. Any thoughts from others to help me in my decision.
I hope others reply to your comments above. Thanks for posting.
Can’t wait to ride this.Not much of a beak which is an added plus.👍🏻
Great review, from your perspective!
As a shorter rider I'd probably go for the low seat. Styling is spot on, glad they're getting away from the exaggerated 'beak'. Color combo is subjective but l ilke this one. A bit off topic here, but when did manufacturers get away from cast brake/fluid reservoirs? Seems like an obvious cost reduction measure, and I for one miss them. Silly, I suppose 😁
Ducati Brake Light flashes the rear brake light under hard braking to better warn approaching vehicles.
I wonder what constitutes "hard braking?"
Works automaticlie , measurd by imu , same on my honda AT...2023...
Thanks for your reply. Could I ask 2 follow questions on your V2S experience?
1. Did you notice much buzz and vibration in the seat, bars, or pegs from either running at high revs in 3rd or 4th, or at highway speeds in 6th?
2. Was the fueling and on/off throttle transitions smooth in low-speed traffic in 1st and 2nd, or was the throttle snatchy/choppy?
Also FYI, while in Sarasota this winter the Yamaha dealer here held a demo day and there were many models available to ride, including the Tracer 9GT. It was escorted and there was no highway, but some Japanese dealers do hold demos. Check out the events section of the manufacturers website to see the demo locations across the country. That's how I found this one.
Rah, I’m at SOUTHCOM now (Miami) after spoiled from the roads and climate in Camp Pendleton (SOCAL). Im wondering if it’s worth it to get back on a bike here. Drivers, weather, and lack of good roads here really hold me back. However, the itch is getting stronger.
Although you can ride in south Florida all year round, the heat and humidity of the summer sucks. The biggest problem is that the roads suck because they are all straight and flat. You have to look for areas you can let loose and ride with fun.
i think it’s the Goldilocks bike from Ducati. It’s wonderful
Superb video. Wondering if you plan to review the BMW F900XR? Except for the front suspensions it seems to have everything that the 950s/V2S has. Plus a stock steering damper.
I am going to try to review a few BMW products. I just have to get approval from the dealership
@@RemboUSMC Thanks. Will wait for your feedback, especially on the refinement levels.
Love the look of this bike, very tempting in the future, never had a ducati, maybe its time for a change :D
You would love it
Great, detailed and balanced review as ever 👍
I gotta say, that I think the V2, with its new paint scheme, is by far the best looking adventure bike, of any manufacturer….and better looking than the V4 too. I’m guessing the next V4 facelift will switch to this…..
I agree with you that the bike is brilliant, feels great and handles well, but my only gripe is that on a long hill, especially with a pillion, (or any weight in the panniers) the engine had to be worked a little hard to make effective passes, with the revs feeling somewhat strained, and a slightly disappointing surge. I found the GS had the same problem to be fair, though of course with a lot more torque at lower speeds. No such problem on the V4.
I take it your talking about the 1200 GS..
@@benkelly2190 no, I’m talking about the 1250GS.
At lower speeds it’s great, but once you are up to highway speeds or passing on long hills, the 1250GS feels asthmatic when asking any more of it. I also found that at 75 or 80mph the GS feels that it’s revving higher than necessary, and would be much more relaxing on long runs at those speeds with a taller 6th. It certainly has the torque to cope with a taller 6th when cruising (as opposed to passing, for the reasons I’ve mentioned).
I have owned three Ducatis, a 900 SS, ST4S w/ ABS and a 2007 Multi 1100S. I am currently without a bike and comparing models. I can buy both a Desert Sled and a V2S Multi for only a little more than a V4S.
Great point
Rembo what's your opinion between V2S and used low mileage 1260s? It's similar in price, maybe it's more "multistrada" then 1260s but I am more street and road rider... thanks.
After riding both, I’ll take the V2.
@@RemboUSMC thanks. Glad you fixed your MS! 👍😀
What about the passenger ? Do you think is comfortable for a passenger ?
I can’t speak for a passenger. I also did not take one for a test right either so I really can’t formulate an opinion.
I have traveled a couple of times about 400 miles with my wife and suitcases and she is delighted. no pain in the body.
I’ve been thinking about picking up a set of those mirrors for my 1260. Nice review, I’m a fan of the looks of the V2 vs the V4. But, I may be biased. 😄. That being said, not sure I could be happy with the power on that bike. It’s not just about top speed, but also about roll on power/passing power for me.
You need the roll-on power! 😆
Better playing with the quickshift and having fun with the revs 😉
Thanks for the review…
Any time
I love this motorcycle.
I find the best way to find neutral on my V4s is to do it as its slightly rolling
I would agree with that.
I've been waiting for an English review of this bike, but it seems like this "review" was mostly a comparison to your V4. I understand offering such a comparison, but many people (like me) who are looking at this bike are likely looking at similar sized competition (Tiger 900 GT, Tracer 9 GT, GSX100GT, F900XR, NT 1100 in Europe, Versys 1000). You make passing mention of 2 of these bikes, but no comparison at all. If you have ridden any of these bikes, it might be helpful to edit the video and add commentary about comparison to its direct competitors. Thanks for the review.
That is a great perspective. I did do a review of the triumph 900 rally pro but it was not very favorable. I believe the tiger 1200 when it is finally released in the United States will be a better comparison
I also think that the tracer nine GT is a great bike. I would love to ride one but unfortunately none of the dealers here in South Florida for the Japanese bikes will allow you to test ride
Pls do n1000 sx i want to know your inputs feels like this much better and h2 sx
suspension is a big point for me. the v2 vs the v4?
Equal in my experience based on lower weight but the V2S only
Great bike; great numbers. Aside from the price of entry, I do wonder about cost of ownership, access to dealerships, availability of parts and CHS (cachet hubris syndrome). I wonder . . . but still want.
Great review. I was on the fence about the V2S or V4S. V2S it is.
It really is a great bike
If not the V4S, I would go for the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX to be honest. I like the V2, but I prefer the inline 4 engines over twins. If you have an opportunity, I would like to see a video about the Ninja 1000 SX.
I would love to review that bike. The problem is access to the Japanese bikes. Most of the dealers do not allow test rides
@@RemboUSMC That is a shame. Hopefully there will be a test ride event around your area. I mean when a brand picks up a bunch of bikes, loads into a semi and you can try all of them.
@@attiladerbimotard Yeah, we have to wait for the dealers to have a special event.
@@RemboUSMC You might be able to testride the H2 SX SE too. Which is a very unique bike, not just the supercharger, but the electrinics package. The whole bike screams to me this: “Fuck you Europe, we can do a premium bike too”. That is why I prefer Kawasaki over any other brand from Japan.
@@attiladerbimotard Kawasaki makes some awesome motorcycles. The problem I have is that there are no test rides allowed for any of the Japanese manufactures anywhere near me
The brake lights will flash under heavy/hard braking basically is what that is
Thank you.
@@RemboUSMC no worries. Got my brand new one arriving next month or so. Heck of a bike
Am picking up the same bike in the same colour in 3 days…. I’m like a kid at Christmas
Congratulations!! Hope you enjoy it as much as I do my 2015 1200 s touring!!!😁😁😁😁🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🍺🍺🍺
@@artmchugh5644 have had a couple of
1200S in the past. I do love a multi
@@davidhobson7851 thanks for the reply!!! I find myself enjoying the Ducati more every time I ride it !!! Here is my video of my first multistrada, hope you enjoy it!! And what are you riding now ? ruclips.net/video/r2p9mr19-QQ/видео.html
@@artmchugh5644 it’s a bit complicated! Was due to pick up a new Suzuki s1000gt for the trip but when I knew it wasn’t coming started to look else where. I didn’t want to do the tour on my Fatboy so pulled trigger on the v2s
@@davidhobson7851 where is your ride going!!???🏍🏍🍺🍺🍺
I'm cheap and went used !!! But I love my 2015 1200 s touring I got with 21,000 miles for 10 grand !!!😀😀😀😀😀🏍🏍🏍🏍🍺🍺🍺🍺
Good deal!
@@RemboUSMC thanks man!!! But this one may have been better!!!😀😀😀🏍🏍🍺🍺🍺 ruclips.net/video/r2p9mr19-QQ/видео.html
Can I buy one and ship to my country Uganda
Brembo doesnt design or manufacture the ABS electronics. Bosch has always been the Big Brain behind the European ABS, Stability Control, Traction Control Electronics design, Code and Module work on BMW, Ducati and KTM i believe. Maybe many more use the Bosch systems of dynamic control. The system was initially designed by Robert Bosch in conjunction with the Automobile industry (Mercedes Benz) I believe in 1978. Fist used on a production motorcycle in 1987/88, a BMW K100RS (ABS) special addition. Sorry for the rant.
Hey viewers, remember to get the opportunity to review bikes the reviewer cant say negative things or will not be given the opportunity . Its just the facts they wont tell you. I will tell you these v twins rear cylinder will heat you up and in my case the seat was cooking ya. They wont mention that. Some folks cant put it together that's happening in the heat of the summer. V4S had to address this issue, I traded my Ducati and have another now but with no vtwin, fantastic bikes but slow traffic hot day suks... enjoy my friends stay informed.
That is an interesting take. The V2 is always had a heating issue except with this multi-Strada. All of the other V2 and V4 bikes that Ducati makes certainly are hot to sit on. I did not give a great review to the triumph, I am always pretty honest. Remember, I only have these bikes for about an hour
@@RemboUSMC I have seen owner reviews following my comments above of the 9oo cc class Multi. One of the reasons I believe this engine was introduced to generate less heat/weight of the bike. Notice when New demo bikes are available mostly early spring.
Did the dash go black from white at 16:34??
I don’t remember
It's 3k overpriced , too close to the v4s and
If you think abt the extra valve service , which would be abt 2k , just not worth it IMO .
Thx for the review!
Don’t you have any twisty bends anywhere?
We actually do but not near the dealership
They are rare in south Florida. We all know where they are.
If the V4s had swag like this in their paint schemes I would already have one. The colors offered on the V4s are so dull.
Brake lights flash under emergency braking
The next question is. What constitutes emergency braking?
@@RemboUSMC I would guess when abs is activated
No heated seat option for the v2 unfortunately
Dont need it, it heats up on its own, I came off an Enduro, in summer it cooked ya, Bike gone
In emergency braking, the rear lights flash
Excellent. I wish engine braking will be a requirement for brake lights
I hate keys I like keyless lot better. I want rain control.
I would kick myself if I got rid of my Multi V4S for the V2 S very underpowered
Is the V2 under powered or is the V4 overpowered?
The V4 had extreme power. I think is V2 is for newer riders. It is nice, but it’s not a V 4 in terms of performance. I really like them both
I mentioned this in my comment too. On the flat I think the V2 is fine, but when on a hill, and making a pass, especially with any weight on the back (but even without), I found the V2 to struggle and need more revs than I’d like, for very little forward reward. Had to go for the V4.
I find the V4 could do with a few extra horses . 170 at the crank but by the time that gets to wheel to push the heavy weight around it is a tad underpowered .
@@andrewberg2361 try it with the full akro…… it still isn’t up with a 200hp superbike, but it makes a noticeable difference to power and torque…… and sounds better too 😃👍
I think the main issue with the V4 in terms of pushing much higher speeds, is the frontal area and wind resistance, as opposed to its weight, because once you are up above 150hp, the limit to acceleration is more about keeping the front wheel down.