I was a little frustrated by the lack of cruise control and fuel gauge...the heated grips can be added, but the others can't. That frustration didn't last long, though, once I got reacquainted with having to use the trip meter to give me a clue as to distance covered and so remaining range (I don't rely on fuel warning lights). The lack of cruise control still occasionally irks a little, but I'll get over it - it's such a great bike to ride (and look at).
I don't have the cruise in my '16 TV4 but about to get the 'Kaoko Throttle Stabilizer' (some say it's the shit) for the next season. I mostly ride on twisty roads where cruise cannot be used, but sometimes my right shoulder starts to hurt like a mofo (age...) and it would be nice to do some stretching while riding.
I prefer the Vista cruise for my Tuono 16. I used a dremmel to thin it down to fit between the grip and throttle housing. Much easier to use than a Kaoko which I have on my Tiger Sport. Flicking the lever rather than twisting the lock.
I was fortunate enough to test ride this bike on road and track, really liked it. No fuel gauge is a big problem for me as I’d like to take my bike to the less populated roads and I don’t want to be stranded one day because I forgot to put fuel in. Cruise control I can do without, never felt comfortable to use it anyway. Went with the new mt10 sp instead.
For such an expensive bike yes it's weird it doesn't have a fuel gauge, the only reason being the manufacturer didn't want to make it available, why, I don't know and can not understand their approach. But you can resolve this problem quite easily, if you get to know your bike you know roughly how many kilometers your ride with a full tank so you can guide based on the odometer.
I see a lot of you lovely people talk about fuel gauge so allow me to share my experience with SFV4 milage - once I made 50 kilometres and the other time 40 (from fuel warning lamp on) before my bike shut down. Can’t remember in which mode I rode but probably the first time in “sport” mode and second most probably “race” much of the time.
Come ride in Greece, it was 23 degrees here in Corinth couple days ago LOL! Nice review, I love V2s, I ride a Buell and if I won the lottery I'd collect every V2 I could get my hands on, from Morini corsaro 1200 to Voxan, to KTM RC8R etc... But no luck, so I'm happy with my XB12R!
Saw one of these in the Lamborghini green at the local dealer this morning - looks better than I thought it would. The V2 is a bargain next to the V4 here in Australia about AU$22k for the V2 and AU$37k for the V4SP (not seen many non-sp about).
Tough to ride loose and well when the temperatures are in single digits. You end up with so many clothes on its tough to move your neck and upper body. My rule is I don't ride when it's less than 10°c. Thanks for suffering for us all to produce this Matt.
I beg to differ Matt. The V2 is not a powerful enough road bike for a rider of my immense talent and physical prowess. In fact, I’m so well endowed the V4 is not enough so I’m waiting for the 600bhp V10. 😉
You are 100% right about 1098 SFS which luckily I owned once upon a time..then I got 848 - I was really happy with the ease that bike offered. I wouldn’t even think trying the new SF V2 after I discovered that my 2020 SFV4S has the “STREET MODE”, meaning less but more useable and enjoyable power in the city. Have you ever tried to ride V4 in “Street mode” rather than in “sport” or God forbid “race”..?😅
I see a lot of you lovely people talk about fuel gauge so allow me to share my experience with SFV4 milage - once I made 50 kilometres and the other time 40 (from fuel warning lamp on) before my bike shut down. Can’t remember in which mode I rode but probably the first time in “sport” mode and second most probably “race” much of the time.
Great bike but the cost is too much. For similar or less money you can buy a new Tuono [which I have], Triumph 1200 Speed Triple, BMW S1000R or the new Yam MT10. I think a fairer price would be, say 15,000 Euros. I think that would make it a better buying proposition. Went to a Ducati dealer here in Normandy and there were several V2 Streetfighters lined up all unsold.
The V2 was a no brainer for me, its more fun, and usable on the roads than the V4, Sure the V4 is a much better bike on the track, but its simply to powerful for the roads
Fashions change...true. Spoiled journalists...true😄😄 Enough power for the street...true. Naked street fighter....not so sure, it looks like it with the amount of plastic it might as well be a full fairing. Does it sound good...true. Is it an attractive motorcycle...not to me. Well equipped for the price....definitely not. Good job Matt.
I was a little frustrated by the lack of cruise control and fuel gauge...the heated grips can be added, but the others can't. That frustration didn't last long, though, once I got reacquainted with having to use the trip meter to give me a clue as to distance covered and so remaining range (I don't rely on fuel warning lights). The lack of cruise control still occasionally irks a little, but I'll get over it - it's such a great bike to ride (and look at).
I don't have the cruise in my '16 TV4 but about to get the 'Kaoko Throttle Stabilizer' (some say it's the shit) for the next season. I mostly ride on twisty roads where cruise cannot be used, but sometimes my right shoulder starts to hurt like a mofo (age...) and it would be nice to do some stretching while riding.
I prefer the Vista cruise for my Tuono 16. I used a dremmel to thin it down to fit between the grip and throttle housing. Much easier to use than a Kaoko which I have on my Tiger Sport. Flicking the lever rather than twisting the lock.
Thanks for everything, Matt. Really enjoyed all your reviews, rants and tangents
Matt, Glad you survived rubber side down and kept a happy relationship with Ducati.
Love your reviews guys, such an underestimated channel. Keep up the good work, we like quality over quantity.
I was fortunate enough to test ride this bike on road and track, really liked it. No fuel gauge is a big problem for me as I’d like to take my bike to the less populated roads and I don’t want to be stranded one day because I forgot to put fuel in. Cruise control I can do without, never felt comfortable to use it anyway. Went with the new mt10 sp instead.
For such an expensive bike yes it's weird it doesn't have a fuel gauge, the only reason being the manufacturer didn't want to make it available, why, I don't know and can not understand their approach. But you can resolve this problem quite easily, if you get to know your bike you know roughly how many kilometers your ride with a full tank so you can guide based on the odometer.
@@rhemyis I’m always baffled how no fuel gauge can floor some people. Im used to resetting the trip meter every time from riding older bikes.
I see a lot of you lovely people talk about fuel gauge so allow me to share my experience with SFV4 milage - once I made 50 kilometres and the other time 40 (from fuel warning lamp on) before my bike shut down. Can’t remember in which mode I rode but probably the first time in “sport” mode and second most probably “race” much of the time.
Don’t see the problem, every time u refuel reset the trip you know you have a least 100 mile before needing to refuel no hardship at all
Come ride in Greece, it was 23 degrees here in Corinth couple days ago LOL! Nice review, I love V2s, I ride a Buell and if I won the lottery I'd collect every V2 I could get my hands on, from Morini corsaro 1200 to Voxan, to KTM RC8R etc... But no luck, so I'm happy with my XB12R!
Saw one of these in the Lamborghini green at the local dealer this morning - looks better than I thought it would. The V2 is a bargain next to the V4 here in Australia about AU$22k for the V2 and AU$37k for the V4SP (not seen many non-sp about).
$24,500 now. There was a price increase on 01/01/23.
I managed to get in while they were still $23,200, but I ordered 6 months ago.
Tough to ride loose and well when the temperatures are in single digits. You end up with so many clothes on its tough to move your neck and upper body. My rule is I don't ride when it's less than 10°c.
Thanks for suffering for us all to produce this Matt.
Great review! I realllyyyy want to test ride one. I absolutely love my trusty ol’ SF 848, and would love add a SF V2 next to it, one day.
I beg to differ Matt. The V2 is not a powerful enough road bike for a rider of my immense talent and physical prowess. In fact, I’m so well endowed the V4 is not enough so I’m waiting for the 600bhp V10. 😉
Yeah, you and everyone else on the internet 😏😉
(I get that you’re joking)
You are 100% right about 1098 SFS which luckily I owned once upon a time..then I got 848 - I was really happy with the ease that bike offered. I wouldn’t even think trying the new SF V2 after I discovered that my 2020 SFV4S has the “STREET MODE”, meaning less but more useable and enjoyable power in the city. Have you ever tried to ride V4 in “Street mode” rather than in “sport” or God forbid “race”..?😅
Great review!
Would like to see a V2sf vs monster Sp review.
Which is best for the road n occasional track day, like most of us mortals ride.
Yet another Ducati V2 that’s better than the V4 version, well on the road anyway, and yes I love my Multistrada V2S. Another good review Matt…
I promise you that’s not the case
Funny that the nearest thing to the V2 superbikes/motogp bikes in terms of chassis (alu perimeter) is a sv1000...
If you had the money would you have bought the SFV2 instead of the MT09?
I see a lot of you lovely people talk about fuel gauge so allow me to share my experience with SFV4 milage - once I made 50 kilometres and the other time 40 (from fuel warning lamp on) before my bike shut down. Can’t remember in which mode I rode but probably the first time in “sport” mode and second most probably “race” much of the time.
Great bike but the cost is too much. For similar or less money you can buy a new Tuono [which I have], Triumph 1200 Speed Triple, BMW S1000R or the new Yam MT10. I think a fairer price would be, say 15,000 Euros. I think that would make it a better buying proposition. Went to a Ducati dealer here in Normandy and there were several V2 Streetfighters lined up all unsold.
As it is lacking the heated rear hugger and and telescopic walking sticks I decided to go whith the honda grom
I rather have a v2 over an mt-10, and a lot of other nakeds but if you can afford the v4, no brainer.
The V2 was a no brainer for me, its more fun, and usable on the roads than the V4, Sure the V4 is a much better bike on the track, but its simply to powerful for the roads
So you say this is a good beginner bike?
No heated grips and no cruise ? the S1000R would be my choice for a naked sports bike
There is a massive difference between the two, the engine.
I really don’t know the purpose of cruise control on a street bike..!?
@@nidmag8558 it’s nice if you have to commute on highways.
Has Matt Durans immigrated to Europe?
I've never seen someone so scared riding a bike😁
You’ve obviously never ridden in Winter in Europe…
So the answer is once again: Suzuki (GSX-S1000)
;-)
Best naked bike
Look like you've got LED in your hat
Fashions change...true. Spoiled journalists...true😄😄 Enough power for the street...true. Naked street fighter....not so sure, it looks like it with the amount of plastic it might as well be a full fairing. Does it sound good...true. Is it an attractive motorcycle...not to me. Well equipped for the price....definitely not. Good job Matt.
V2が1299ベースで作られていたら もっとクレージーでナイスガイなモーターサイクルになっていたかな😊
Anychance of you talking about the bike and not yourself
anything is better than that V4 on the road.
I think you should stick to ballet or something else!
Monster 950 better first bike ✊🔥
Found it so stiff when I rode it
What about the bike?
If you are worried about crashing ...you got no reason doing a review
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