I decided i was going to muscle cruiser at 53 and got a rocket... 2 years later i got sick of the weight and bought the 2020 Superduke 1290... I’m a happy bunny again
I've moved the foot pegs right back to the rear position (there's a Ducati kit) which has really transformed the whole riding experience , I would say this an essential change. It's also help the lower back pain. I'm also fitting a quick shifter and a Corbin seat. I absolutely love it and feel like a proper tough guy!! I'll report back on the quickshifter and the Corbin seat.
Agreed, putting on the midsets makes it a lot more comfortable for me as well. I have the "short" seat and with a 29 inch inseam both feet are down flat (unusually). With a mini-fairing up front, windspeed on the freeways is no longer a problem either. It takes some effort, but going up Angeles Crest is fast and so much fun.
@HahrtDood Some people don't mind, but I never got comfortable it was such a stretch to the pegs. On the X the regular bars are a bit of an issue at really slow speeds (non-countersteer) as well. It's just a long gas tank. Ducati has longer bars but I'm leaving that alone for now.
@HahrtDood Much appreciated. It's a fun bike, handles much better than it should but maybe not the best one for me after 3 decades of sporting Ducs. : ) Be safe out there.
Great work chopsie. I test drove an older model last year and it was a good ride. Loads of torque which is what I want. I just ended up buying a gen 3 busa last week however in silver and loving it!! That engine is killer.
After my MT10 I thought it was time to "grow up" a little as 52 and bought the Diavel 1260. After a while I was hitting almost the same speed and riding style as before and dragging pegs so I traded it it to a bike more capable, the Tuono 1100 Factory ; )
@@christianandersson2106 Hi, the bike is taller than the Diavel , it’s better built than the Ducati. Only faulty item was a paint defect on the wheels which were replaced under warranty. It’s 3 years old now and the quick shifter is starting to play up, it’s going in for its service next month, so maybe they can sort it. It’s covered 11,000 miles from new.
Beautiful looking machine that isn't it Chopsy, especially in that paint scheme. Just found it so darned uncomfortable on anything over a 30 minute ride....mind you the same goes for my Panigale and I love that thing!! Great vid as ever mate, thanks for uploading....
Hi Chopsie, great video. I had the 2015 Diavil, stunning bike, but a few foibles, kick stand sensor faulty, fuel gage sender unit the same, remote key fob the same, HT leads the same, the indicator switch fell off. On the autobahn the mirrors fold in at 135 mph and no amount of tightening helped. The foot pegs dragged sometimes when cornering. So a crap bike then.....no it was like a beautiful stunning but temperamental woman, loved the bike, most of the faults were in the first 2 years. Of ownership, the last 3 years it was reliable. Changed it 2 and half years ago for the Tuono (which has proved to be beautiful and reliable) and don’t regret it. One interesting fact, on the autobahn, over a 115mph, the air box wails like a demon, it does sound like the devil ! Would I but it back, yes but don’t tell the wife !
I'm with on the growing appeal of cruisers as the decades tick by, also like you Chopsie if I ever bought one it would have to be quick and handle. The Duc seems to tick those boxes!! Nice vid with "fly bys".
As someone who rode only Harleys for years and years then switched to a 2013 Diavel, I'm amazed to hear how you talk about it at motorway speeds. When I first bought mine, I road for about two hours at roughly 75-80 mph (120-128 kph) at wasn't uncomfortable at all. I honestly think something might be off with the bike you were on, I don't have nearly that much vibration regardless of speed. Since then I've mostly done shorter trips (less than an hour one-way), but have never had any issues with comfort. It might be a difference in years though, one big difference I've noticed, sometimes neutral on mine can be a huge pain to find.
I'm 45 and rode sports bikes only but made the jump to the xdiavel s and so glad I did. I never want to get off it! It's a bike that does it all and so cool to connect my Bluetooth headphones to it and cruise along with tunes controlled by the switch gear. And try the Ducati power launch its a riot if you can hang on haha nothing will touch you off the line. Great vid
It's a beautiful piece of engineering and it's a surprise it can handling like it does but ultimately I'd take one of today's super nakeds for less weight and more comfort. Triumph Speed Triple, Aprillia Tuono v4, KTM SDR, Ducati v4 SF etc. All capable of cruising in comfort and providing sport bike levels of speed and handling.
How do you figure the APrillia Tuono v4 has great comfort? It looks like you are bent over in a typical sports bike immensely painful riding position to me....
Great review Chopsy! Would be good if you could review the regular Diavel. Doesn't have the feet forward position and a bit more ground clearance than the X .
As I get older, cruisers appeal more. I would like a Honda Rebel 1100 DCT. Fast enough and a good handler. This Diavel looks so cool, though. Good review.
As a Ducati owner and a bit of a fanboy this is the only Ducati that doesn’t appeal yet lol, I was surprised by the weight, lighter than I thought and how can you not feel cool on your mental H2 chops 👍
I test rode both and went for the rocket 3 R, never get tired taking off on the lights, and although heavy it’s still great fun to hustle. Either way it’s just glorious to have the choice, so many glorious bikes out at the moment, it’s a golden age before we start going more electric.
2017 XDS owner with termi's and some other mods here - They're incredible machines and every ride is an 'event' when you're on one. For me personally they are extremely comfortable (pot-holes aside), and my Mrs states that the vibrations are less on back than my old monster. I love it, but struggle with the impracticalities (living in central London).
Had a Street Triple RS. Sold for a Diavel. Owned for 6 months, sold and got another ST RS. Grunt is nice, but not at the expensive of that top end rush
I never fancied the XDiavel because of it being ‘too’ cruisery so I bought the Diavel 1260S. What a bike! You’re right about feeling fantastic on it. Every time I go out on it I feel like a real ‘biker’, more so than when I go out on the Z H2 or my GS. It just makes me feel .... cool? I find it not the easiest bike to ride and I changed the seat to make it a little more comfortable. You’re right about the switchgear - it’s awful (sorry Ducati). It has no wind protection so if you go above 70 mph (not that I ever would!) it becomes a fight to hold on and going out on a windy day is a challenge!! That all being said, it’s a cool bike and I love it!
I agree with all the points you mentioned. Owned this baby for a couple of months, none other bikes make me feel cooler. It’s hard to describe but I’d say I feel like a bad ass when sitting on this bike.
As ever, nice video Chopsy. There’s omitted options with the X Diavel, you can choose normal feet down position. There’s still the 1260 Diavel (no X). Termignoni do a full system for the Diavels, which unleashes the voice. For chaps our size, there’s also a taller Ducati Touring seat, which saves your bollox being thrust into the tank. I have an earlier 1200 Carbon version with Termis 😃
The Akra exhaust makes a big difference in enjoyment. It should be mandatory on these bikes. Was it in touring mode or sports mode because it “seems” you were in touring mode. And yeah, that also makes a huge difference. Good review!
Sold my Tuono for a lZ900RS and loving the more relaxed riding, though i still have a Z H2 for a bit of naughtiness now and again. Great video, and you're H2 is bloody amazing.
@@LambChopRides I do agree, although their are some small differences, I just prefer the look of the Diavel over the X Diavel personally and I don't see many reviews of the current model. anyway Keep up the good work this is a great channel.
After many reviews about this bike finally LCR gave me what i was looking for. I love the smoothness of my H2SX way too much to switch to a vibrating cruiser. Really wanted to test ride this one but i think i'll give up on it .
I prefer the the Diavel 1260S but the XDiavel is an absolute beauty I completely understand why people go for that. I just prefer chain over belt and foot begs mor underneath instead of out front. And I prefer the engine tune on the 1260S it’s smoother with less vibration and more linear power delivery the X has peak torque way down low which is very attractive for a-lot of riders. I’d definitely go with the 1260S for 2022 with the brushed steel black and yellow accents. The X is more cruiser and the 1260 is more sporty. I bet you would prefer the Diavel 1260S
Going from sportsbikes to having feet forward seems like a big change. Never felt like I had control. Maybe the Diavel (not XDiavel) with its foot positions is a more natural progression for a sports rider.
Nice review. It's a very cool bike, a real looker. Just not sure if I could cope with the forward pegs. I think I'd go for the mid peg Rocket & make it a project to lighten it as much as poss.
That's a good looking bike. It'll be great to see a back to back comparison to the rocket 111 too Mr chops 👍 Great vid as always, keep up the great work. Best you tuber out there in my eyes 👍 Brilliant work
I deliberated, and deliberated Chopsy and got a ex demo Rocket 3R, same price as a brand new ‘Dark’, I find the mid pegs work way better and sportier feeling on the 3R and support the back better on the bumps, and its suspension is great. Recall you rode the GT, try the R, much sportier feeling.. I almost didn’t get the Rocket after trying the GT.. R way more involved and better riding triangle.. Yes (a lot) heavier than the Diavel but that torque and presence of the Rocket and long servicing.., and don’t regret the decision 8) lot of Diavel reviews have the suspension too hard on longer rides and I found it a bit hard like my old Octane. You don’t have to ring the Rocket out like the Diavel and Rocket is less a hooligan.. I ride all sorts of roads following all sorts of bikes, ride to its weight and very rewarding.. and you get used to its weird slow speed behaviour, big rear tyre feel the same, but didn’t want a bone shaker and Rocket less vibey..If I didn’t have the Rocket I’d be on a Diavel (not XD).. good post on the tyres, Cobras okay but hoping Avon do something a wee bit sportier, I guess weight again the limiting, can the XD lean as much as the Diavel? How would you compare Chopsy? Get that back to back done Chopsy 😎 and make sure you compare the 3R..
Good honest review Chops. I owned one for 4 years and loved it. For me only negative points were the rear shock and turning on mini r’bouts! Sure surprised many sports riders 😉
Chopsy, you went through a stop sign (3:24)! A stop sign tells you that you MUST stop. A bike instructor teaching two riders pulled up behind the two trainee bikers at a stop sign. The two riders went through the stop sign, and the instructor, who was a few feet behind, followed them through, but crucially he didn't stop at the solid white line. The old bill were in an unmarked car and saw what happened, they went after him and pulled him up. The police said he should've known better and reported him. He got six points on his licence and a fine, which I think most people would say was way over the top, all things considered. The penalty code TS30 - Failing to comply with stop sign, will gain three penalty points on a drivers licence which will remain in place for four years. Running a stop sign will usually see drivers faced with a £100 fixed penalty fine, though in more extreme cases, fines can amount from between £100 to £1000. Nice video by the way.
@@LambChopRides I think that's why the council put in a stop sign at that junction. I wonder how many near misses the people sitting outside have seen over the years! 😱
I wasn’t expecting to see this one , it’s a beautiful ride but not for me and the vibration below 3Grand surprised for that kind of money a counter balancer should be factory installed Is Ducati a big seller where you live , thanks for the video Chops it sure looked like a beautiful day for a ride
I own a 2006 Ducati ST4S ABS (the last official Sport Tourer that Ducati made) The engine’s from the 996 race bike and has factory Termignoni pipes. I bought it brand new and have only ridden 10,000 miles in 15 years! I suffer from a curved spine (which is worse now than in 2006). I’m 62 yrs old and would like to look cool on a cruiser but sitting bolt upright with feet forward kills me. Having half my body weight on my butt and legs and the other half on my arms and wrists is all my body can stand. Three years ago I installed 2.5 inch Helibar bar risers as my wrists started giving in around the 2 hour mark. My bike’s about as comfy as my body will take and with its age I’d get nothing for it as a trade in, so Ducati it is for now !! 🇦🇺👍
Great video! Having just watched your Rocket videos, it sounded like the Rocket stole your heart just a little more... Also, I think the fit and finish on the Rockets might be slightly better (pillion foot pegs and internal wires clinch it for me). But then I would be biased, because I’m waiting (im)patiently for my Rocket 3R Black 😬
I was going to get an xdiavel s when I heard him say at 8:30 "I was on the motorway for 2 1/2 hours and the vibration killed my butt. I would say forget it for long highway rides." I love it versus the rocket 3 gt because the gt seems too heavy and not enough handling for me, but my main usage would be long highway rides. Dang it! Is there such a thing as a gold wing that looks sexy and is fun to drive but isn't a massive huge weighty beast so I can use it in the city and park it in crowded motorcycle parking areas as well?
2:21 I was playing this video while cooking and missed the correction on screen. And I was thinking, hmm I weigh 121 kilos dry too.. but after this steak and a pack of beer, that won’t be the case.
G'day Chop. Just rang my local Ducati dealer looking to buy the Diavel 1260 but no Ducati have stopped selling them in Australia. Whisper is there is V4 Diavel on the way. You heard anything? Subscribed.
I have ridden the Diavel as my has one i have the R3 GT for mine not much in it but for me in Australia the massive distance the GT is far more comfortable but in saying that the vibration on the Duke is intoxicating lol
I’ve had one for 3 years and agree whole heartedly with your comments. Trail breaking makes a big difference to the running wide issue. there are a number of Ducati seat options that improve ride comfort. I mucked around with the suspension settings and that improved the ride quite a bit as well. It doesn’t like riding below 3000 revs, use a lower gear and it becomes a smooth and non vibey ride. The newer version has lost a bit of torque which a shame as I think that is the most enjoyable element of riding this bike. .
Increasing the pretension on the rear spring stopped bottoming out on big bumps and kept the sporty ride. It’s by no means perfect, but is a fun ride. 😀
I hv a X Diavel S , I find it easy to ride handling it just does it for the machine it is , I find using ride modes to suit what ya doin on the day but big V twins will always hv that vibration ay , Just find that gear n rev to suit , I also hv 2010 streetfighter s , 748R 2002 , But the Diavel makes me laugh at what it does n how it performs ,Thanks for ur content ,Awesome ,Cheers from Australia
If I lived in a major city, as a cruiseposer bike, definitely. I bought a midsize adventure bike 6 months ago and was amazed with the comfort and relaxed feel at speed, compared to my sports bike which feels fast and intense on the same route, amazed. I thought the speedo must be wrong but it isn't and I still think that it is, but it aint. So I'm drawn to a super adventure type thing, although I'm lovin the new GSXS1000S...
@@callefalk4457 Have you got nothing constructive to add? How many "WTF???" comments have you left on this video? Bet you don't even own a bike :-) Or if you do it's a piece of shit! EDIT~ I just counted, it's 17 WTF's. What a sad little troll you really are!
Was disappointed about the motorway touring aspect cos that is a brill machine but has anyone knocked the BMW GS off its pedestal for long range touring ?
It’s definitely an option, have a look at the position as you might find you are in a cramped position. The closest forward setting has my knees bent a little over 90 degrees with the “race” seat ( more padding ) and is fine for spirited riding.
The bike was setup with the most 'normal' peg position, had options to move them forward two more slots. Actually my choice would have been more forward as I'm bigger. The standard Diavel has regular peg position 👍
Do they not do a natural foot position version? I’m sure the 1200 had a version where the rear sets where in the middle and not forward. Surely that would be the most sporty version.
@@LambChopRides ah thought so. I reckon that would be a better ride coming from sports bikes and super nakeds. Would like a go of one. I think the triumph is a bit more special with that bespoke engine
I've said it before, I think the Diavel 1260 is a brilliant do it all bike, but I can't handle the forwards foot position of the XDiavel. Not that I can afford either at the moment tho, hahaha.
Chops - isn't the upright Diavel the sportiest of the cruiser-esque options, rather than the XDiavel? Just because of the "normal" foot position? Or are you just comparing the feet forward bikes?
Barry, had one before the Diavil, fantastic bike, but the weight....Had it in the white with DCT, licence loser with a twist of the throttle, but it was a really underrated bike, the pick up with DCT warp factor one !
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I decided i was going to muscle cruiser at 53 and got a rocket... 2 years later i got sick of the weight and bought the 2020 Superduke 1290... I’m a happy bunny again
Weight gets tiring for us old guys!! Streetfighter for me!!
The Yorkshire git hahaha
I've moved the foot pegs right back to the rear position (there's a Ducati kit) which has really transformed the whole riding experience , I would say this an essential change. It's also help the lower back pain. I'm also fitting a quick shifter and a Corbin seat. I absolutely love it and feel like a proper tough guy!! I'll report back on the quickshifter and the Corbin seat.
Agreed, putting on the midsets makes it a lot more comfortable for me as well. I have the "short" seat and with a 29 inch inseam both feet are down flat (unusually). With a mini-fairing up front, windspeed on the freeways is no longer a problem either. It takes some effort, but going up Angeles Crest is fast and so much fun.
@HahrtDood Some people don't mind, but I never got comfortable it was such a stretch to the pegs. On the X the regular bars are a bit of an issue at really slow speeds (non-countersteer) as well. It's just a long gas tank. Ducati has longer bars but I'm leaving that alone for now.
@HahrtDood Much appreciated. It's a fun bike, handles much better than it should but maybe not the best one for me after 3 decades of sporting Ducs. : ) Be safe out there.
I saw someone go past me with the pegs back. I thought I'm sure it isn't normally like that. Now I know 👍
Great work chopsie. I test drove an older model last year and it was a good ride. Loads of torque which is what I want. I just ended up buying a gen 3 busa last week however in silver and loving it!! That engine is killer.
After my MT10 I thought it was time to "grow up" a little as 52 and bought the Diavel 1260.
After a while I was hitting almost the same speed and riding style as before and dragging
pegs so I traded it it to a bike more capable, the Tuono 1100 Factory ; )
I did the same
@@colinbarber1957 how is it? just sold my 1260s and ive been eyeing the tuono.
@@christianandersson2106 Hi, the bike is taller than the Diavel , it’s better built than the Ducati.
Only faulty item was a paint defect on the wheels which were replaced under warranty.
It’s 3 years old now and the quick shifter is starting to play up, it’s going in for its service next month, so maybe they can sort it.
It’s covered 11,000 miles from new.
Beautiful looking machine that isn't it Chopsy, especially in that paint scheme. Just found it so darned uncomfortable on anything over a 30 minute ride....mind you the same goes for my Panigale and I love that thing!! Great vid as ever mate, thanks for uploading....
Thanks Andy, yeah it's lovely isn't it. I didn't find it too bad actually. Must be my more ample bottom 😎
@@LambChopRides Probably :0) I'd love to try the mid peg version, I reckon that would be minto......
@@TheMissendenFlyer No use to try back pedalling mate. You are an amateur of of your depth.
Saturday morning in Canada. Good cup of tea and Chops on RUclips. Perfect start to the weekend. Great looking bike.
Just bought ‘21 black star, 800km clock..arrives in 3 days and I’m pulling hair out with excitement…awesome review ty ❤
Hi Chopsie, great video.
I had the 2015 Diavil, stunning bike, but a few foibles, kick stand sensor faulty, fuel gage sender unit the same, remote key fob the same, HT leads the same, the indicator switch fell off. On the autobahn the mirrors fold in at 135 mph and no amount of tightening helped. The foot pegs dragged sometimes when cornering.
So a crap bike then.....no it was like a beautiful stunning but temperamental woman, loved the bike, most of the faults were in the first 2 years. Of ownership, the last 3 years it was reliable. Changed it 2 and half years ago for the Tuono (which has proved to be beautiful and reliable) and don’t regret it.
One interesting fact, on the autobahn, over a 115mph, the air box wails like a demon, it does sound like the devil !
Would I but it back, yes but don’t tell the wife !
Partly why I love my vfr. Brilliant bike at surprising people with how quick you can go.
I'm with on the growing appeal of cruisers as the decades tick by, also like you Chopsie if I ever bought one it would have to be quick and handle. The Duc seems to tick those boxes!! Nice vid with "fly bys".
Thanks Alan 👍
As someone who rode only Harleys for years and years then switched to a 2013 Diavel, I'm amazed to hear how you talk about it at motorway speeds. When I first bought mine, I road for about two hours at roughly 75-80 mph (120-128 kph) at wasn't uncomfortable at all. I honestly think something might be off with the bike you were on, I don't have nearly that much vibration regardless of speed. Since then I've mostly done shorter trips (less than an hour one-way), but have never had any issues with comfort. It might be a difference in years though, one big difference I've noticed, sometimes neutral on mine can be a huge pain to find.
Great advice regarding the pot hole pain transfer
I'm 45 and rode sports bikes only but made the jump to the xdiavel s and so glad I did. I never want to get off it! It's a bike that does it all and so cool to connect my Bluetooth headphones to it and cruise along with tunes controlled by the switch gear. And try the Ducati power launch its a riot if you can hang on haha nothing will touch you off the line. Great vid
It's a beautiful piece of engineering and it's a surprise it can handling like it does but ultimately I'd take one of today's super nakeds for less weight and more comfort. Triumph Speed Triple, Aprillia Tuono v4, KTM SDR, Ducati v4 SF etc. All capable of cruising in comfort and providing sport bike levels of speed and handling.
How do you figure the APrillia Tuono v4 has great comfort? It looks like you are bent over in a typical sports bike immensely painful riding position to me....
Bought a zh2 after riding all the supernakeds
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Great review Chopsy! Would be good if you could review the regular Diavel. Doesn't have the feet forward position and a bit more ground clearance than the X .
As I get older, cruisers appeal more. I would like a Honda Rebel 1100 DCT. Fast enough and a good handler. This Diavel looks so cool, though.
Good review.
Yeah will probably review the Rebel now I'm a cruiser man 😁😎
WTF????
I don't think I could ever get on with the feet forward riding position but that's one stunning looking bike
I felt the same way about marriage, turns out it's quite comfortable.
I thought they did one with a more “normal” feet position?
As a Ducati owner and a bit of a fanboy this is the only Ducati that doesn’t appeal yet lol, I was surprised by the weight, lighter than I thought and how can you not feel cool on your mental H2 chops 👍
Haha not as cool as riding this 😎😎
WTF??
I test rode both and went for the rocket 3 R, never get tired taking off on the lights, and although heavy it’s still great fun to hustle. Either way it’s just glorious to have the choice, so many glorious bikes out at the moment, it’s a golden age before we start going more electric.
Electric. 😏
Friday night, watching Chopsy! Great stuff!
2017 XDS owner with termi's and some other mods here - They're incredible machines and every ride is an 'event' when you're on one. For me personally they are extremely comfortable (pot-holes aside), and my Mrs states that the vibrations are less on back than my old monster. I love it, but struggle with the impracticalities (living in central London).
Had a Street Triple RS. Sold for a Diavel. Owned for 6 months, sold and got another ST RS. Grunt is nice, but not at the expensive of that top end rush
I never fancied the XDiavel because of it being ‘too’ cruisery so I bought the Diavel 1260S. What a bike! You’re right about feeling fantastic on it. Every time I go out on it I feel like a real ‘biker’, more so than when I go out on the Z H2 or my GS. It just makes me feel .... cool? I find it not the easiest bike to ride and I changed the seat to make it a little more comfortable. You’re right about the switchgear - it’s awful (sorry Ducati). It has no wind protection so if you go above 70 mph (not that I ever would!) it becomes a fight to hold on and going out on a windy day is a challenge!! That all being said, it’s a cool bike and I love it!
Xdiavel with termignoni exhaust and mid foot kit is the best bike in the world !
I agree with all the points you mentioned. Owned this baby for a couple of months, none other bikes make me feel cooler. It’s hard to describe but I’d say I feel like a bad ass when sitting on this bike.
Haha yes exactly 👍😆
As ever, nice video Chopsy.
There’s omitted options with the X Diavel, you can choose normal feet down position. There’s still the 1260 Diavel (no X).
Termignoni do a full system for the Diavels, which unleashes the voice. For chaps our size, there’s also a taller Ducati Touring seat, which saves your bollox being thrust into the tank.
I have an earlier 1200 Carbon version with Termis 😃
yeas yeas yessss now onto the SMC you !!
Amazing bike …i have the 1260s Diavel, just puts a smile on your face!
The Akra exhaust makes a big difference in enjoyment. It should be mandatory on these bikes. Was it in touring mode or sports mode because it “seems” you were in touring mode. And yeah, that also makes a huge difference. Good review!
Sold my Tuono for a lZ900RS and loving the more relaxed riding, though i still have a Z H2 for a bit of naughtiness now and again. Great video, and you're H2 is bloody amazing.
Great review! Do you think you could get your hands on the Diavel 1260s and give us your thoughts on that?
Yes absolutely but very similar bike really
@@LambChopRides I do agree, although their are some small differences, I just prefer the look of the Diavel over the X Diavel personally and I don't see many reviews of the current model. anyway Keep up the good work this is a great channel.
After many reviews about this bike finally LCR gave me what i was looking for. I love the smoothness of my H2SX way too much to switch to a vibrating cruiser. Really wanted to test ride this one but i think i'll give up on it .
Look forward to seeing that comparison
Excellent vid Mr Chops loved the flybys absolutely gorgeous looking machine
Thanks Wayne 👍
3:25 facts brother
And oh, was handy at Donington Track day.
3:30.. is that truck in the wrong lane?
I own an XDiavel and a Rocket R, I’d say the Ducati is the quicker bike, with better handling, but the Rocket is smoother and more comfortable..👍
Lovely looking machine. Great review again Chops 😊👍
I prefer the the Diavel 1260S but the XDiavel is an absolute beauty I completely understand why people go for that. I just prefer chain over belt and foot begs mor underneath instead of out front. And I prefer the engine tune on the 1260S it’s smoother with less vibration and more linear power delivery the X has peak torque way down low which is very attractive for a-lot of riders. I’d definitely go with the 1260S for 2022 with the brushed steel black and yellow accents. The X is more cruiser and the 1260 is more sporty. I bet you would prefer the Diavel 1260S
Going from sportsbikes to having feet forward seems like a big change. Never felt like I had control. Maybe the Diavel (not XDiavel) with its foot positions is a more natural progression for a sports rider.
I’m a young strapping lad and I would absolutely love to have this bike with some thunderous Termi’s. Shame they’re out of my budget!
Nice review. It's a very cool bike, a real looker. Just not sure if I could cope with the forward pegs. I think I'd go for the mid peg Rocket & make it a project to lighten it as much as poss.
That's a good looking bike.
It'll be great to see a back to back comparison to the rocket 111 too Mr chops 👍
Great vid as always, keep up the great work.
Best you tuber out there in my eyes 👍
Brilliant work
Thanks Michael really appreciated buddy 👍🙏
WTF????
I deliberated, and deliberated Chopsy and got a ex demo Rocket 3R, same price as a brand new ‘Dark’, I find the mid pegs work way better and sportier feeling on the 3R and support the back better on the bumps, and its suspension is great. Recall you rode the GT, try the R, much sportier feeling.. I almost didn’t get the Rocket after trying the GT.. R way more involved and better riding triangle..
Yes (a lot) heavier than the Diavel but that torque and presence of the Rocket and long servicing.., and don’t regret the decision 8) lot of Diavel reviews have the suspension too hard on longer rides and I found it a bit hard like my old Octane. You don’t have to ring the Rocket out like the Diavel and Rocket is less a hooligan.. I ride all sorts of roads following all sorts of bikes, ride to its weight and very rewarding.. and you get used to its weird slow speed behaviour, big rear tyre feel the same, but didn’t want a bone shaker and Rocket less vibey..If I didn’t have the Rocket I’d be on a Diavel (not XD).. good post on the tyres, Cobras okay but hoping Avon do something a wee bit sportier, I guess weight again the limiting, can the XD lean as much as the Diavel? How would you compare Chopsy? Get that back to back done Chopsy 😎 and make sure you compare the 3R..
Good honest review Chops. I owned one for 4 years and loved it. For me only negative points were the rear shock and turning on mini r’bouts! Sure surprised many sports riders 😉
Yes completely agree Andy 👍
WTF???z?
What microphone are you using?
Chopsy, you went through a stop sign (3:24)! A stop sign tells you that you MUST stop. A bike instructor teaching two riders pulled up behind the two trainee bikers at a stop sign. The two riders went through the stop sign, and the instructor, who was a few feet behind, followed them through, but crucially he didn't stop at the solid white line. The old bill were in an unmarked car and saw what happened, they went after him and pulled him up. The police said he should've known better and reported him. He got six points on his licence and a fine, which I think most people would say was way over the top, all things considered.
The penalty code TS30 - Failing to comply with stop sign, will gain three penalty points on a drivers licence which will remain in place for four years. Running a stop sign will usually see drivers faced with a £100 fixed penalty fine, though in more extreme cases, fines can amount from between £100 to £1000.
Nice video by the way.
That's very interesting I didn't realise you had to actually stop... I did eventually or would have been a grill ornament 😆
@@LambChopRides I think that's why the council put in a stop sign at that junction. I wonder how many near misses the people sitting outside have seen over the years! 😱
Just as he was talking about feeling cool….😮🙄🙄….
Please test ride the HD sportster s Chopsie 🙏
Never tried a Ducati. Might have to take a test ride.
Excellent video chops thanks from Danny
I wasn’t expecting to see this one , it’s a beautiful ride but not for me and the vibration below 3Grand surprised for that kind of money a counter balancer should be factory installed Is Ducati a big seller where you live , thanks for the video Chops it sure looked like a beautiful day for a ride
It will have a counter balancer, it's not terrible but just something to be aware of. Not as refined as the new 1290 KTM vtwin for example
I own a 2006 Ducati ST4S ABS (the last official Sport Tourer that Ducati made) The engine’s from the 996 race bike and has factory Termignoni pipes. I bought it brand new and have only ridden 10,000 miles in 15 years! I suffer from a curved spine (which is worse now than in 2006). I’m 62 yrs old and would like to look cool on a cruiser but sitting bolt upright with feet forward kills me. Having half my body weight on my butt and legs and the other half on my arms and wrists is all my body can stand. Three years ago I installed 2.5 inch Helibar bar risers as my wrists started giving in around the 2 hour mark. My bike’s about as comfy as my body will take and with its age I’d get nothing for it as a trade in, so Ducati it is for now !! 🇦🇺👍
A real review Chopys we’ll done mate 👍👍🏍
Excellent review Sir
Great video! Having just watched your Rocket videos, it sounded like the Rocket stole your heart just a little more... Also, I think the fit and finish on the Rockets might be slightly better (pillion foot pegs and internal wires clinch it for me).
But then I would be biased, because I’m waiting (im)patiently for my Rocket 3R Black 😬
Yeah it's very close between them Adam, Rear pegs on the Rocket are fantastic 👌
You should try the regular Diavel mate , even better ride.
I was going to get an xdiavel s when I heard him say at 8:30 "I was on the motorway for 2 1/2 hours and the vibration killed my butt. I would say forget it for long highway rides." I love it versus the rocket 3 gt because the gt seems too heavy and not enough handling for me, but my main usage would be long highway rides. Dang it! Is there such a thing as a gold wing that looks sexy and is fun to drive but isn't a massive huge weighty beast so I can use it in the city and park it in crowded motorcycle parking areas as well?
2:21 I was playing this video while cooking and missed the correction on screen. And I was thinking, hmm I weigh 121 kilos dry too.. but after this steak and a pack of beer, that won’t be the case.
Hey Chops… what about the 1260s? Would really like to hear your thoughts and a comparison.
G'day Chop. Just rang my local Ducati dealer looking to buy the Diavel 1260 but no Ducati have stopped selling them in Australia. Whisper is there is V4 Diavel on the way. You heard anything? Subscribed.
No news bur think it coming... 👍
Love Ducati’s Chopsy 👍 hope your phone was ok after that wobbling from the phone case. 😂👍 how does it feel cornering from the rocket 🚀
I tried one with the mid controls. It was awesome. Not a fan of the lazy boy forward controls.
Please do a comparo with the Triumph 👍🏽
How do u compare to rocket 3 GT?
Nice review...but M109R all the way for me...
What about the non-X simple Diavel? Doesn't that have regular foot position?
Nice footage, Mr Chops!
I have ridden the Diavel as my has one i have the R3 GT for mine not much in it but for me in Australia the massive distance the GT is far more comfortable but in saying that the vibration on the Duke is intoxicating lol
Sounds fantastic! What is you camera/ mic setup?
I’m thinking about moving away from my v4 tuono for the non x version
I’m definitely getting drawn to one of these. May change my Multistrada for one in a couple of years.
can you do the dual comparison xdiavel vs Rocket 3 if possible
I’ve had one for 3 years and agree whole heartedly with your comments. Trail breaking makes a big difference to the running wide issue. there are a number of Ducati seat options that improve ride comfort. I mucked around with the suspension settings and that improved the ride quite a bit as well. It doesn’t like riding below 3000 revs, use a lower gear and it becomes a smooth and non vibey ride. The newer version has lost a bit of torque which a shame as I think that is the most enjoyable element of riding this bike. .
Ah interesting regarding the seat and suspension I didn't play as did like the sporty ride 👍
Increasing the pretension on the rear spring stopped bottoming out on big bumps and kept the sporty ride. It’s by no means perfect, but is a fun ride. 😀
WTF????
Great video Mr Chops! 👍 hard to pick between the Ducati or the triumph I reckon.
Yes absolutely is!
2:50 - Always gravel on that corner 🙈
Never mid a Ducati you might buy, what about the one you've already got? Still waiting for the heads?
Haha yes very true! No heads yet 😒
I hv a X Diavel S , I find it easy to ride handling it just does it for the machine it is , I find using ride modes to suit what ya doin on the day but big V twins will always hv that vibration ay , Just find that gear n rev to suit , I also hv 2010 streetfighter s , 748R 2002 , But the Diavel makes me laugh at what it does n how it performs ,Thanks for ur content ,Awesome ,Cheers from Australia
Like 👍the video, Sally and I love your videos! Sorry was that OTT? It would be the Triumph for me!!
Haha thanks matey 👍
The rocket 3 is slower over a mile drag Vs Diavel but has more torque in the mid range take off from 50Mph. But it’s mainly due to weight.
If I lived in a major city, as a cruiseposer bike, definitely. I bought a midsize adventure bike 6 months ago and was amazed with the comfort and relaxed feel at speed, compared to my sports bike which feels fast and intense on the same route, amazed. I thought the speedo must be wrong but it isn't and I still think that it is, but it aint. So I'm drawn to a super adventure type thing, although I'm lovin the new GSXS1000S...
I have the new Super Adventure here and it's crazy how slow 85 mph feels on that thing!
WTF????
@@callefalk4457 exactly!
@@callefalk4457
Have you got nothing constructive to add?
How many "WTF???" comments have you left on this video?
Bet you don't even own a bike :-) Or if you do it's a piece of shit!
EDIT~ I just counted, it's 17 WTF's. What a sad little troll you really are!
When you parked 14.35. It look very low u sat on it. 😊
Which shoes do you use in this video?
Was disappointed about the motorway touring aspect cos that is a brill machine but has anyone knocked the BMW GS off its pedestal for long range touring ?
Do you have the choice of mid controls? Have you tried a Harley FatBob - something that can go hard, have fun comfortably.
You have 3 adjustable settings, mids are additional $1500 in oz☹️
@@PeteFromOZ I’d definitely put on mids at 5’8”
It’s definitely an option, have a look at the position as you might find you are in a cramped position. The closest forward setting has my knees bent a little over 90 degrees with the “race” seat ( more padding ) and is fine for spirited riding.
The bike was setup with the most 'normal' peg position, had options to move them forward two more slots. Actually my choice would have been more forward as I'm bigger. The standard Diavel has regular peg position 👍
WTF????
Doesn't the cruise control shut off when you pull the clutch lever ?
Do they not do a natural foot position version? I’m sure the 1200 had a version where the rear sets where in the middle and not forward. Surely that would be the most sporty version.
Yes that do, just the plain Diavel 👍
@@LambChopRides ah thought so. I reckon that would be a better ride coming from sports bikes and super nakeds. Would like a go of one. I think the triumph is a bit more special with that bespoke engine
Great looking motorcycle, now how hard is it to do a”U” turn ?
It's not bad at all, very good steering lock 👍
A fuel gauge!! Crikey wonders never cease.
I would love to see what you think of the Moto Guzzi California the 1400, compared to this.
I've ridden one, very nice too but not as sporty as this 👍
What were you on when u made this video ?
Diavel - it's an XDiavel
1260 - Its 1262
120kg - 220kg Dry
Good review mr chops but think ill stick to my super duke 55 or not 😂
If you're getting vibration throughout the bike at anything above 60mph what's the point? 🤷♂️
I did make it seem terrible from my description, probably not uncomfortable until 75 plus 😅
WTF????
I've said it before, I think the Diavel 1260 is a brilliant do it all bike, but I can't handle the forwards foot position of the XDiavel. Not that I can afford either at the moment tho, hahaha.
Need a non-Desmo XDiavel. Desmo is one of the reasons I went with a 2020 Rocket 3 over this. That and I feel the R3 is a more capable distance bike.
Chops - isn't the upright Diavel the sportiest of the cruiser-esque options, rather than the XDiavel? Just because of the "normal" foot position? Or are you just comparing the feet forward bikes?
Sorry, I mean the Diavel 1260s obviously...
Hi have you reviewed the honda vfr 1200f
No hopefully trying Mr Vidas soon
Barry, had one before the Diavil, fantastic bike, but the weight....Had it in the white with DCT, licence loser with a twist of the throttle, but it was a really underrated bike, the pick up with DCT warp factor one !
Been out of the bike loop until recently, but 21k , wow!
what about the normal diavel?
On a long ride you experience ab strain from leaning slightly back and resisting wind on your chest.
Cool bike though.
Yes you do a little, certainly at motorway speeds
WTF??
@@callefalk4457
WTF yourself.
You must be one of those real men ay ? Tool.
Hey, I'm 29 and my adventure is very appealing, and is fast and handles :P