Hoblick Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 (edited) http://lanesplitter.jalopnik.com/2015-ducati-multistrada-is-four-bikes-rolled-into-one-1654158525 the new Multistrada just took the cake IMO on the best all around bike you can buy. this thing is so advanced in every way. makes the 2011 i had look ancient. There's also a new electronic cruise control system (ECC) and the Bluetooth-connected Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), that links up with your iPhone or Android device, downloads ride info, keep tabs on settings, and uploads it to a network of likeminded riders. The new TFT dash allows riders to tweak both suspension and ride modes (sport, touring, urban, and enduro) on-the-fly. Edited November 6, 2014 by Hoblick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoblick Posted November 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 (edited) There's also a new electronic cruise control system (ECC) and the Bluetooth-connected Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), that links up with your iPhone or Android device, downloads ride info, keep tabs on settings, and uploads it to a network of likeminded riders. The new TFT dash allows riders to tweak both suspension and ride modes (sport, touring, urban, and enduro) on-the-fly.electronics play a massive role in the Multistrada's character, with a new Inertia Measurement Unit that keeps tabs on lean angles and fore and aft movements, and uses that info to manipulate the traction control, ride-by-wire (with four modes), and new wheelie control. It also plugs into the new Bosch Cornering ABS, which prevents wheel locking when the bike is mid-corner, and the revised Skyhook adaptable suspension on the Multistrada S. Edited November 6, 2014 by Hoblick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gixxus Christ! Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 More stuff to go wrong. Bells and whistles are cool and all but they add complexity that some riders may see as unnecessary....not sure I want other riders brapping around while using their touch screen dashboard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRMN8TR Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 All that and they still managed to make it ugly as sin.... I understand function over form, but if I'm paying that much for a bike I want it to at least look good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 I think its ugly, but I think all the adventure type bikes are ugly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 I'd like to ride it but doubt I'd ever buy one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zx3vfr Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 So when it comes down to it, Jack of all trades master of none Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 Hob, you will have to ride this thing and give us what you think has improved. A LOAD of new updates and additions. The bank angle sensor, wheelie control, etc. It is all going to add up to a pretty damn nice machine. As for the comments on more stuff to go wrong, what needs to be understood is that when you have more power, better handling and everything, you need more computers and better data to make it useable. This thing is very advanced and should prove to be a really great machine. I think the new BMW will have some lookers also. I think that and this MTS are bikes that are going to be more popular as most riders aren't using the Adventure bikes for what they were intended and then add in the weight and they are just porkly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoblick Posted November 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 Hob, you will have to ride this thing and give us what you think has improved. A LOAD of new updates and additions. The bank angle sensor, wheelie control, etc. It is all going to add up to a pretty damn nice machine. As for the comments on more stuff to go wrong, what needs to be understood is that when you have more power, better handling and everything, you need more computers and better data to make it useable. This thing is very advanced and should prove to be a really great machine. I think the new BMW will have some lookers also. I think that and this MTS are bikes that are going to be more popular as most riders aren't using the Adventure bikes for what they were intended and then add in the weight and they are just porkly.set me up a test ride although I'm afraid to ride it because ill then want one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smccrory Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 This thing looks awesome. And for those worried about the extra goodies, you might want to get used to it. Bike telemetry and adjustability will become a standard feature in upscale motorcycles over the next 5 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgetz524 Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 (edited) So when it comes down to it, Jack of all trades master of none I disagree ride one. Best bike I have ever owned. Edited November 7, 2014 by jgetz524 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smccrory Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 So when it comes down to it, Jack of all trades master of noneAs opposed to a specialized one trick pony bike that you have to augment with other one-trick pony bikes? I guess that's one way to go... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 Specialized bikes are the ones that dominate sales in the US by an extremely large margin. All rounders are big in Europe and other parts of the world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 ^^ I would have used the term "recreation," but I get your meaning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 (edited) As for the comments on more stuff to go wrong, what needs to be understood is that when you have more power, better handling and everything, you need more computers and better data to make it useable. This thing is very advanced and should prove to be a really great machine. I like the tech and electronic gadgets that are making their way onto 2 wheels. The one that I wouldn't want (yet) is electronic suspension. BMW, Aprilia, Ducati, Yamaha, etc have some neat systems, I just don't trust that they will perform for years & years without some kind of calibration or manual fixing. It seems like it would be an expensive part to service & I don't trust dealers to diagnose suspension issues anyway. I could be wrong, but I'll let electronic suspension develop for a few more years before I consider it. Edited November 7, 2014 by Tpoppa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gixxus Christ! Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 Electronic suspension has been used in cars for 30 years. My 84 zx300 turbo had 3 mode electronic suspension. ..it didn't work and the shocks were completely shot out but it had it.Side note: that car cost $25000 new back in 84. Crazy.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodninja420 Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 Is there a brand with a stronger lineup right now than Ducati? I don't think they're making a bike I wouldn't own. MTS, 899, Hyper SP, Scrambler. All drool-worthy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojocho Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 Is there a brand with a stronger lineup right now than Ducati? I don't think they're making a bike I wouldn't own. MTS, 899, Hyper SP, Scrambler. All drool-worthy.Triumph, Yamaha, BMW all come to mind. Tiger, Tenere, 800. Triple, FZ, S1000R. 675, R6. New R1M, and S1000RR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigd Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 I'd LOVE one of these in addition to the 1098. I'd love to ride one...as somehow regardless of if I could churn up the funds...I seriously doubt the little lady would allow bike #3 in the garage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 Ducs are still too temperamental and quirky for me to ever own one, but I sure do love to stare at them and hear them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 Mine just run. The Supersport needs a fuel sender, but after 56k miles of flawless performance, she's allowed to drop the ball now and then. My Multistrada runs as well as any Japanese bike I've ridden. Same with the Monster and my previous 748. It did develop a fuel leak at the sender, but that was a $5 gasket that I replaced in less than an hour.20k on the Multi36k on the Monster56k on Izzy30k on the 748 I hear ya, but I bet there was alot of planned maintenance involved in those miles? I would love a Duc, but could not have it be my only ride. I guess I like boring V-Stroms and SV650's that get 100K plus miles with minimal maintenance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwiztedRabbit Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 1199 that I have is great.... 600mile oil change check bolts and whatnot... then nothing needs checked/ touched besides regular maint.( brake fluid/ oil/ gas ect) till 10k... just saying... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 Ducs are still too temperamental and quirky for me to ever own one, but I sure do love to stare at them and hear them. What experience and what years of Ducatis are you referring to? The issue is that the general public think the bikes are high maintenance. They are not. The intervals are on par with any Japanese bike out there these days. Cost of ownership is also lower than before. It's relative. Components may cost more, but they are better built. You don't have DLC coated internal engine parts on the Japanese bikes. The cranks are not as well made, etc. It's relative - not because of the name... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 Cost of ownership and valve intervals are to the point where I would own one. It never made sense for me to own a motorcycle with a 6k interval. No way I am having a bike down for scheduled maintenance 2 or 3 times a season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3.504 Posted November 9, 2014 Report Share Posted November 9, 2014 I really love the direction Ducati is going. I'm curious what will happen when all the other models get a version of the panigale engine (chain motor). The MTS was the only ADV bike I'd even consider due to its weight and being more sport oriented... Until that new BMW s1000 based ADV was announced. Even still, the fight would be between those two, and I have a hard time jumping on a four cylinder bike because of my bias for vtwins (or Ltwins). I had a bad first impression with Ducati this summer after I purchased my first one (a new hypermotard sp). But I believe that was a fluke and pretty much entirely the dealerships fault. Every time i ride that bike, I'm 100% satisfied with it. For anyone that try's to point out cost of ownership in a negative light: according to what comparison? They (Ducati, BMW, and I'm sure others) are extremely comparable to any Japanese bike... And both of those brands come with a much stronger warrenty. Ive heard people complain about cost of ownership, when they've never purchased brand new before.If you are planning on buying a new motorcycle, I highly advise you to do your research. For me, it's a no-brainer to buy European. I feel you get way more bike and more warrenty for your money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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