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Ducati Multistrada 1200S Touring (2010-current)

The all-new Ducati Multistrada 1200 S looks set to redefine not just the ‘adventure bike’ or ‘tall-rounder’ class, but motorcycling in general. The base package (detuned 1198 V-twin, chassis bristling with Ohlins and Brembo, loads of equipment) is good enough in itself to top the segment. But what truly takes the Multistrada to another plane is its revolutionary ‘riding mode’...

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jcjport

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jcjport says:

Would i buy one??

The bike looks great and the write ups are fantastic and it ticks all the boxes, but...

...what about the service.  Ok i own a GS, but the serivce i have received from my BMW delearship in Dorset is second to none.  Can we say the same about Ducati??  Buying a bike isn't just about the 2 wheels and the riding experience, it's about the whole thing, the ride, the dealer, the warranty etc etc.

I know BMW in recent years have had their problems, but for me this is no worry as I have the dealer and a bullet proof warranty behind me.

 

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  • Posted 4 years ago (09 March 2010 15:29)
Adhasky

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Adhasky says:

Re: Would I buy one??

I totally agree with jcjport. As it is here in Singapore, I find it impossible to get a good mechanic to fix Ducatis. Competency in Singapore is almost zero when comes to Ducatis. Well, I am speaking from experience. So no matter how good a Ducati might be, until there is someone good enough to service the bike and having good knowledge about the bike, I am not riding one anymore.

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  • Posted 4 years ago (12 March 2010 19:31)
mikewyd

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mikewyd says:

Would I buy one?

I own an MTS 1100S and an ST4S w/ ABS. I love them both, but the MTS 1200S Touring is the bike for me. It will do anything my bikes will do, only better. And all in one bike, perfect! I will buy one!

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  • Posted 4 years ago (14 March 2010 09:31)
paulfnz

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paulfnz says:

I wouldn't buy one!

Yes it's got so much going for it and it has tested well so far but as an alternative for the BMW GS or KTM 990 Adventure forget it. None of these Ducati's will see anything more than a gravel driveway. The other scary thing is how much will the service cost and don't let it fall over or you will need a mortgage to put it right again I think!

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  • Posted 4 years ago (21 March 2010 03:37)
gs12

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gs12 says:

Not today. Maybe in 3 years when its proven its self.

I own the BEST of this class the ( GS 1200 adventure).  Dispite some bad press about reliability (Not true) mine has now done 26,000 miles in 18months without any so called problems!  90% of those miles 2up and laiden with luggage.  So ask me in three years time when the Ducati has proven its self or possibly aquired a new name ( Multibits).   

GS WILL ALWAYS BE KING OF THIS CLASS!!  Long live the the king GS.

£14,000 ARE THEY KIDDING. 

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  • Posted 4 years ago (02 April 2010 16:37)
ceej1100

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ceej1100 says:

RE:Not today. Maybe in 3 years when its proven its self.

You are probably reasonably accurate in your opinion regarding the GS, but to be honest the Duke is only aimed at competition for the people who only use the GS on the road. Your cherished, valueless claim to be the 'king of the class' is not challenged by the introduction of the Duke as it creates a class of its own through inventive, forward thinking. Hats off to those that take a fresh outlook on progression rather than those who continously tweak a 70 yeard old engine design, although the S1000RR is a bit special, even if it uses technology already developed by others. 

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  • Posted 4 years ago (23 April 2010 02:13)
DaphneDaytona

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DaphneDaytona says:

Multistrada 12

With a large degree of scepticism, I test rode the new Duke Multi. I had read all the reviews, 'four bikes in one', 'sports bike handling in a big trail bike','techno delight", 'revolutionary bike', pigs can fly etc. I currently ride a Blade, so do not feel I have the GS bias so apparent in other commentators. My immediate thoughts on sitting astride the red sport version was how small and how close to the screen you sit. You do sit In rather than on, but comfy nonetheless, and no immediate groin cramp for the long legged (I am 6ft 1). Instrument panel is trick and info easy to read even if there is a lot of it. Bike takes a fair time to warm up and at low speed is a bit uneven like most Dukes (but not annoyingly so) and their is no snatchiness as such. I started in Touring mode and the bike soaks up pot holes with compliant suspension. Sport mode firms things up noticeably and quickens throttle response. Opening it up on B roads is a hoot. It handles superbly and keeps a line well. The front end feel is exemplary and not at all remote like on most big trailees. It tracks beautifully and has shocking amounts of grunt lifting the front on demand. Would it keep with my blade? In the right hands yes, in mine, probably not but, and I have to swallow hard to admit this, It's twice as much fun as any sports bike I have ever ridden. So, did I place my order?........... NO, For all its brilliance it is not worth the price of a family saloon. It is not worth 4.5K more than the Blade and the finish is average for a bike of this price. Certain parts look downright cheap eg the sidestand, plastic side panels and handlebars. I want a 14.5K bike to look like it has been milled from billet alloy by craftsmen and not extruded from a machine in a Shanghai sweatshop. It just does not have the quality of other Dukes in my eyes. If Ducati can polish the rough edges on version 2, I will be buying one and loving it for a long long time.

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  • Posted 4 years ago (14 May 2010 16:58)
3ShadesofGrey

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3ShadesofGrey says:

Multistrada 1200

I picked mine up a week ago - 1100km later the bike is great (Touring model). Not having ridden in the last twelve years, the improvements in the technology are awesome. I am 6ft 5, the upright seating position is great, the wide handle bars make it very agile and incredibly easy to ride. Observations so far: Urban & Touring modes - can really feel the difference in the engine mapping. Touring is incredibly smooth and powerful. Getting back into the city, switching to Urban mode makes it behave a bit better in town. Fuel economy - I am getting about 300KM-330KM per tank. A few extra litres would have been wonderful. Wind - not yet sure, but I might have to get the larger screen. With that fuel economy, almost wish I had ordered the keyless fuel cap. I am still waiting on my other options, namely the GPS.

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