10 Things I HATE about my Ducati Diavel

[@sobek]

the thing I hate about the Ducati Diavel is that it isnt in my garage

[@carlrobinson2338]

I hate how this shit stick has the Ducati Diavel in his garage, and some how thinks that hes doing others a favor on you tube by bitching about all the bikes he owns and hates. JUST GIVE THEM ALL TO ME INSTEAD!!!

[@BLDH]

you wont have enough things to hate on the KTM !!! KTM is perfect!!!! Learn to love it god damnit!!!!!!!!!!

[@HJZ75driver]

Lots of things that are wrong with the KTM

[@josemhs1213]

Dude he doesnt hate it hes just pointing out the flaws but not calling it bad

[@DarudeSandstormVEVO]

+HJZ75driver Like what? 180hp, 141nM torque and almost every review describing it as the almost perfect bike only second to Aprilia Tuono Factory? Either way... a SuperDuke is not about fancywancy Marchesini rims, aquarium clutch covers or being surprised your crappy exhaust scrapes the tarmac. It's about raping pretty much anything else on the road (expect for you S1000RR owners!)

[@weallneedlove1263]

+BLDH They don't get the sarcasm do they?

[@BLDH]

beeza copper clearly not.. XD

[@domenicovoto8494]

Downshift. Sorry. I'm italian and.. It actually is "ducatisti" and not "ducatista", ducatista is singular and ducatisti plural. Sorry I had to say that ;) Great video as always!

[@downshift83]

Thank you for the correction =)

[@domenicovoto8494]

downshift83 No problem. Glad you reacted well ;) Usually people answer "I dont give a fucking shit of the name, you understood what I meant" so... thanks to you :)

[@downshift83]

I'd rather know how to say it correctly than go around looking like a complete fool =) I was stoked to finally know how to pronounce Termignoni and Akrapovič correctly =)

[@domenicovoto8494]

+downshift83 Do you know it now? 😝 For you american say Termignoni I think it's a bit difficult cause you don't have our "gn" in your language that actually is like the spanish "ñ"... Don't know how to explain 😂 Instead Akrapovic is easyer. The final c is like ch. I didn't know this since two years ago

[@downshift83]

+Domenico Voto Ter-MIN-Yo-knee ...?

[@TSM_Officiell]

Is that grey spinning "thing" in the middle of the engine stock? If not, can you send me a link?

[@downshift83]

You mean the clutch? O_o

[@frankieforza]

I'm a Ducati tech and I can help you, the charcoal canister can be removed, all you have to do is take it off and plug the hose that is sucking air, just take a bolt put a little silicone on it and plug the hose that is sucking air. The gas tank issue can be solved as well take it off drain the gas put k100 in it and let it sit in the sun for a few hours and it will shrink. US gas is horrible and ethanol fucks shit up. Let me know how it works...

[@Ordnance416]

I wonder if there is a skid plate that you can get for that bike so you're grinding and hitting that instead of the exhaust and lower parts

[@0fficer47]

Would slightly raising the suspension help out with the scrapping part? I mean that's sketchy af especially if you are just casually turning

[@MichaelBrashier]

I love this premise. Most videos and reviews gloss over the things that need improvement. Telling someone what is wrong as well as what is right gives much more balance to someone trying to decide to buy a specific bike.

[@SeridianPulse]

snowcat hates everything about his hyper.

[@MotoErgoSum]

+Christian Louise "Snowcat hates everything." Fixed that for ya.

[@spencerides1951]

+MotoErgoSum Hehe

[@hommebizzare]

+Christian Louise Snowcat hates that his bike doesn't have spears and rocket launchers to kill the people, that don't abide the (cough, his) laws

[@OhTrappyTrap]

Snowcat hates it so he can have something else to bitch about in his videos.

[@EminentLine]

+Fearless_EA A lot of people legitimately don't know how to drive. I'm just glad somebody points it out.

[@mikemhz]

I think the same thing happens with my MT-03 at like 4,000 rpm when I peg the throttle it loses power. Needs to be up around 4,500+ rpm to open the throttle all the way.

[@ClutchFirst]

That liquid gasket is like $50. Still haven't installed my Ducabike clear clutch cover yet. I'm so jelly! :) I've been sitting in the garage for 2 hours trying to come up with 10 things I hate about my Duc. Lol, I only have 3 so far. I'll shoot the response vid soon dude! ;)

[@downshift83]

I got the 3bond on Amazon for like $25... But yes it is expensive for what it is.

[@dragkid185]

For your solo cowl, if its clear coated you should be able to buff those scratches out. There's no need to repaint it unless it went into the base coat.

[@downshift83]

It's a matte finish

[@alex-thangnguyen2746]

To remove the backpack scratches, get 3M rubbing compound and a buffer. If it is light haze, it should buff out. If it does not look "perfect" afterwards, buy the 3M wet sand assortment pack up to 2000 grit. The 1500 or 2000 should get the deepness out. It will look like a white blotch, really ugly. Now take your 3M rubbing compound and buff it once or twice and it will look new. Good luck and take care, should only cost a few bucks if you do not have the items already. If you need a video, look up "cut and buff."

[@rehlek]

you cant do that for matte paint

[@alex-thangnguyen2746]

IF it is clear coat.

[@coltiscoolify]

did you get that frame painted red or is that OEM and also how much of a difference is the change on the exhaust flapper.

[@motojohnny9596]

dude those tire letters are on point, i have the same tires, where did you go for the letter kit?

[@jaymarucci1945]

Dude - Most everything you mentioned can be addressed. The clutch cover is a breeze if you know what you are doing. Did you adjust your suspension so you won't scrape. What's your weight? Im over 190 lbs with gear and yet to scrape. Exhaust flapper is disabled with a tune. Stays open all the time. Get Tuneboy. Runs 100% better and you will get more HP.

[@batujo88]

hey Downshift I was wondering why do you have an Italian number plate (even though you probably use it just to cover your plate)?

[@deanperretti]

When i bought my bike from the original owner,i had only recieved one key. i had found out that while taking off the side panels of my CBR 500R, my spare key was lodged inbetween the left fairing and the plastics that get screwed to the back of the fairing to hide wires. needless to say. I was happy

[@YouKnowImRight2]

How come you got Italian plates? Or that's simply a decal/sticker to cover your real plates?

[@jkterasas]

How do you like the Competition Werkes Exhaust? I'm thinking about getting it for my 2015 Aprilia RSV4.

[@inconspicuousridervlog4964]

when using gasket maker, let it partially dry on the cover, wipe oil before putting the cover.

[@korwl540]

did it have peg feelers? maybe you shouldn't have taken those off if so

[@fenderstrat720]

snowcats vid will be 5 hrs long.....

[@MiataGuyAlex]

Truuuu

[@dandijslv6038]

lmao 😂😂😂😂

[@fenderstrat720]

oh at least! lol. I honestly cannot wait for his response vid

[@Zaay93]

how expensive is it to upkeep? like valve timing and such

[@weallneedlove1263]

Hey downshift have you tried clay barring the solo sowl?

[@Puroplatino]

Why didn't you get a Panegale 1299 R instead of the R1?

[@FRANCOTORO]

How happy are you with the competition Werkes exhaust?

[@downshift83]

I love it- sound is perfect and I like the look. The only other I would consider would be shift tech.

[@NotBubbaWatson]

Could you do a video of all the mods you have done to your diavel? and let us know of any future mods?

[@astifcaulkinyeras]

What is the resistance?

[@downshift83]

I've got a video on that =) I think I'll re-post it soon

[@nickcahill8156]

+downshift83 you should, a lot of people including me dont know what it is

[@kaczysgarage2633]

+downshift83 Garage tour!

[@deekay336]

+Nick5220 - It's a great thing. Been watching DS for a long time now, and really want to get a resistance sticker for my bike as well. ZJMotovlogs also has it in his intro.

[@nickcahill8156]

DeeKay yeah I see a lot of people who have that in their intro. i watch ZJ he lives like 30min away from me :)

[@BijnaNotHuman]

Hey Downshift! Do all the Pirelli Diablo tires have the text on the tires? I think it looks awesome!

[@bcsngan]

I have a Diavel Titanium, good to hear that you are riding it tons and enjoying the bike though you ended up scraping up your pipes. I can't say I share any of your 10 hates but how do you like your pipes compared to aftermarkets? Did it come with an ECU?

[@matthewkabbash]

Where did you find that rim. Is that a decal or laser engraved

[@downshift83]

Decal I found on the forums

[@071000gsxr]

Have you had anything break on the bike or reliability issues? I just bought a used 15 I'm hoping I won't have any issues with it but you I always see Ducati has common problem through out all their line up of bikes for certain issues. I guess you bought another so I'm guessing you have had good luck with yours. I've seen cyclecruisers video since I haven't had any other videos out there to watch long term of ownership of a bike.

[@HellfireBeats]

Is the suspension too soft for your weight?

[@bskellern90]

My Diavel hates: 1: Panel Fitment 2: Clunky Transmission/ False Neutrals 3: Having rocks and water flicked up onto my back because I've got the side mounted number plate. (my choice I know)

[@backfire5449]

Ducati has a carbon fiber rear tire hugger for diavels, can't say how much $ it is but mine has one. Are your pipes stock? Or the CW is a full system?

[@downshift83]

Just the slip on for my bike.

[@XPsychowaffleX]

Guys, snowcat doesn't hate his bike. the only thing he ever talked about hating was the electrical system malfunction that kept it in the shop.

[@anguskangus8222]

i wonder what you do for a living after looking at your garage. hey the way to take off a case cover after taking out the bolts is with a deadblow hammer from the side and slightly shear it. gorgeous ducati.

[@JoeGo101]

Why is everyone talking about snowcat? LOL ........ Great video bro ...... Good know info :D .....

[@deekay336]

+JoeGo101 Probably because of the problems he has with his ducati >.< Love him though

[@Mariusz803]

+JoeGo101 because he calls him out at 12:30

[@benjaminsamuel7297]

A wild Joego appears!

[@MartPupping]

merry christmas to me baby. 😁

[@Haziqevo]

how did you get the 'Pirelli Diablo' writing to be so awesome?

[@downshift83]

Check out MotoTredz.com

[@DJMotoVlogs]

Can someone tell me what kin of bar end mirrors are on the Diavel?

[@downshift83]

Puig =)

[@DJMotoVlogs]

+downshift83 Thanks dude.

[@dardas48]

i ended up getting rid of my diavel last summer, the fender is able to easily be removed i think it took me about 6 minutes and it was maybe 6 bolts, you could probably take it off and paint it or wrap it or dip it a different color, the key fob was alright, but mine was all screwed up and with it in my pocket i had to lean as far froward as possible to get it to register, i had the exact same exhasut and it would scrape a little bit for me too, i loved my diavel and had a lot of fun on it but i was a little too big on it and i just couldn't afford the upkeep for the bike so i ended up trading it for an r1 track bike and a triumph 955i with a bunch of extra parts and a few helmets at my local dealer

[@ToastToGo]

The gas tank thing is a huge downfall about my Monster. My plastic tank doesn't have a plastic cover, it's just one piece. With the ethanol in the gas, it's actually permanently deformed the tank so that it doesn't fit on the bike properly anymore and shows signed of deformation over the surface of the tank. At a glance, you wouldn't be able to notice, though.

[@beakers10]

Maybe try a rubbing compound or wax for the rub marks on the solo cowl? Im not a paint and body guy just a thought.

[@skwtf]

What did you use to paint the letters on the tires?

[@downshift83]

Check out MotoTredz.com =)

[@skwtf]

Thanks a lot. :)

[@issamamansour]

hey due what kind of mirrors do you have on the Diavel ?

[@downshift83]

Puig

[@TheMidwayMonster]

Totally agree with that mudguard. Carbon Fiber all the way! I would have to say: -Shitty OEM pegs -Plastic Mudguard -License Plate Fender -The pointless bikini fairing (easily removed) -Lack of comfortability (hey what do you expect right?) -Ugly moisture collector Good series brother! Going to do a video about this.

[@joey.frank1]

Snowcat: Yoyoyoyoyo guys, here is ten things I hate about my hyper. Number 1: EVERYTHING

[@notbahhhdgoodsize5793]

downshift83 i want to start riding i want to start on a cc600 i should be used to the power because i have a 450cc rmz dirt bike but what brand do you recomend price is not really an issue i was thinking a cbr but i like suzuki's im not help me out bro

[@downshift83]

Not really the right spot to ask... But the power is completely different - and you'll have traffic to deal with- shoot me a message with follow up questions on Facebook

[@beu6516]

hi bro I'm from malaysia I was thinking getting a used diavel with a mileage 1850 on the clock. bro I need some advise for this beauty beast. I saw some said ducati have alot of electronic complaints is it true bro.

[@downshift83]

Not on my bike-

[@beu6516]

+downshift83 you got no issue on your bike till now?

[@downshift83]

+Wong Chau Siang I've had no electrical issues at all

[@BeastTrozz2000]

+Wong Chau Siang its not si rare.. its everywhere from where I came from lol

[@BeastTrozz2000]

+HuHue is*

[@OutbackAl]

How about locking your camera off.....it sucks that it's moving so much.

[@TheLoobis]

1:15 I know nothing about bikes but I'm guessing carbon fiber is expensive and that fender is going to get a lot of stuff hitting it so..... it's cheap. That's why.

[@azcbr600rr4]

snowcat will have more than 20+ problems. Hahaha. but u got to love snowcat.

[@paradigmstorytime]

+Aaron Houser He's fun to watch every once in a while. I prefer his trip videos. But binging in his videos and a few in and it just starts to seem more and more whiny.

[@CunningStuntsGoFast]

+Aaron Houser snowcat is a whining bitch and Ducati shouldve refused him as a customer . americans dont understand ducatis

[@irule255]

+wasn't me snowcat is canadian, not american haha

[@rjwz28]

+XC racer343 Lol

[@CunningStuntsGoFast]

canada is what , europe ?

[@TheBigBorkowski]

I love competition Werkes!! I put a full system on my KTM Duke and love it. I am really glad to hear nothing bad about that slip on!!!

[@jaredhensel9134]

What kind of exhaust do you have

[@northcountryriding3025]

How do you put the lettering on your tires?

[@downshift83]

Check out MotoTredz.com =)

[@ronaldjesse9892]

The battery, key thing g you can solve to put the key under your saddle near the receiver. Only as emergency when your battery is down. You can raise the bike a bit to get more ground clearance, but remember it's not a R1 ;)

[@Bigarch30]

How did you get the rim to show Ducati?

[@downshift83]

+Bigarch30 it's a sticker =)

[@slick.adventures]

Hey downy, not sure if anyone has pointed it out yet or not. But that under-seat plastic fender is replaceable with a carbon fiber one that ducati offers. They have a bunch of carbon parts that can be replaced.... Why they didn't automatically install them all on the CARBON edition is beyond me and I shake my head whenever I look at mine lol.

[@ronaldjesse9892]

For the guys with false neutral issues.... Keep your foot a bit longer on the shift lever. If you let the clutch go before lifting your foot it will not end up in the false neutral.

[@tiffanypham8746]

Here's #11: Bought a brand new 2013 Ducati Diavel from Coleman Powersport in Woodbridge Virginia. After just 81 miles it got overheated due to a faulty thermostat. The dealer replaced the thermostat and checked the bike over, but it continued to have other issues. I took the bike back to the dealer a few times, called them numerous times, and finally decided to cut my loss and sold the bike for pennies. And that was my last Ducati!

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Great series man, too many people just give their bikes the most glowing reviews possible to help justify their own purchase

[@downshift83]

Every vehicle has its downsides =) the Goods usually out weigh the bads

[@InvictvsNox]

+shadetree surgeon Yeah, this series made me want to make one for my own bike, despite my love for it.

[@Iseekoutthetrails]

hello mr Downshift, I see you have got this idea from ReggiWithTwoGs and did you really say to Danger Daimien kick rocks?

[@Millermoto]

I'd like to ask the samething Ds? thanks 1down for asking!

[@ReggiewithTwoGs]

+1down4up / Moto Bat Mr. Downshift you do not need to give me credit for getting the idea from me, it is just an honor to know you watch my videos. I would also like to know why you also told Danger Daimien to kick rocks? He seems like a good guy to take under your wings and show him the way. Thanks again for great content and feel free to us any topics I have on your channel.

[@barts.3867]

Been riding it on track for 3 years now and loving it... belgium 2 italy... 3 times... 30.000km and counting!

[@AmRFuKYaH]

How many guns do you own, asking for the NSA.

[@Shimmoda]

Still an awesome bike :D love that clear clutch cover and those rims!

[@jitterball]

My 2015 Monster 1200: 1. From day one! Every time I'd pull in the clutch lever, engine would shut off! Let's say, I'm cursing at 47 MPH, 4300 RPM in 3rd, and want to drop a gear or two, as soon as I pull the lever in, RPM would drop below 1350 and engine would die! This is dangerous. The rear tire would lock up and you know what happens if you are in a turn... 2. One of the passenger pegs would unfold itself, once you begin to ride and it still does. 3. False neutrals and problem finding neutral (no solid click to indicate neutral). 4. Very difficult to lock the seat back in after you take it off. I eventually came up with my own method of locking it. 5. Headlight LED's kept shutting off and they eventually died, headlight cable had to be extended.

[@WolfSeisenbacher]

You actually inspire me to do one of these for my Aprilia... poor girl is just sitting in the garage on a battery maintainer while it's winter up here.

[@billygrenier1364]

Anyone know what mirrors are on the Diavel?

[@downshift83]

+Billy Grenier puig =)

[@billygrenier1364]

downshift83 thanks

[@MrRedScorpion1]

I have an 03' Aprilia RSV Tuono and I freaking love it! I had only ridden Honda's before, but I had tested out a few Ducks and Aprilia's... I have a buddy that has the 07 Rsv and I just fell in love with it. I first rode the V twin bikes at the Kevin Schwantz School in Atlanta, and I said I would get one when I could.. The Aprilia is extremely comfortable and responsive. I have always like Ducati and may pull the trigger on getting one down the road sometime..

[@rscrashed]

Said this awhile ago, wish you'd post more videos of you on that beast. Sounds amazing.

[@HopliteWarlord]

I would make a video about the 1 thing I hate about my Kawasaki H2R, but I haven't found it yet!

[@HaPea117]

good stuff Downey

[@asdfjkl2881]

LOL

[@MrAndrew990]

hey boi

[@HaPea117]

Nuclear_ Nube hey

[@afk_ripper]

Can someone tell me the song in the intro?

[@JoshIsABear]

What kind of plate is that?

[@proscarego3635]

What about the exhaust end pipe? Does not fit a bike like this. In my veiw it's quite ugly ... That being said, the diavels appearance and performance is just beautiful

[@poncoolride]

if there were 10 things I hated about anything I wouldn't buy it.

[@TempestOverlandAdventures]

Polish your solo cowl, no need to repaint. If you have or know someone who has an electric or pneumatic automotive polisher it will do the job. if scratches are deeper you can wet sand with 2500 grit sandpaper then polish, just be careful not to sand off the clearcoat... take your time

[@downshift83]

Problem is it is a matte finish.......

[@TempestOverlandAdventures]

+downshift83 Ah yes I see the carbon finish is matte, what about the red painted portion, looks gloss in the vid? you can still polish by hand with a microfiber cloth and rubbing compound to try to remove the scratches. Even better, 3m also has a product called "Trizact foam disc p3000 grit" that you can wet sand it and not polish and will give you the matte finish and remove the scratches. You would need to tape off the red painted area before sanding to avoid sanding that area. I can hook you up with the foam sandpaper and explain it in detail if you want. I work in the automotive paint business. send me a message if you want

[@Bastercina]

You don't really need a painter, you scratched the clear coat. Use 2000 grit and then 3000 grit sand paper and then polish it. ( Watch some videos on youtube )

[@karigreyd2808]

why does your ktm have street tires?

[@matto809]

You must be new to motorcycles

[@karigreyd2808]

It's called sarcasm because ktms are the kingnof dirt.

[@AntonsChanel]

+Krevin Grard pls Google supermoto man

[@mactherider1]

Ducati put a plastic tank in it didn't they? I think they have a bike that they put a plastic tank in and when it expands you can't turn the bars completely.

[@MotoErgoSum]

+The Lone Rider His emissions breather hose is pinched. Lazy dealer reassembly with minimal quality control check afterward. Pretty par for the course for most dealers unfortunately.

[@chicosuave2966]

Keep'em coming ds man,pay no mind to the haters! Love this series!

[@dsalpha18]

The back fender is not carbon fiber because it is meant to get wet and dirty. Plastic gets the manufacturer costs low as well as cheaper to replace.

[@downshift83]

+dsalpha18 but since I bought the carbon edition...

[@Gasrullen]

Great speaking voice/accent and really nice of you to mention other yt'ers! Subbed.

[@dedelabinouze5110]

I really can't get over how awesome you bike is. So rare to see modified Diavels (other than the exhaust).

[@HazyIndustries]

Wow can't believe your wheelie tutorial video is now 7 years old with 1.2 million views, crazy shit, considering i remember seeing it the month it was posted. PEACE

[@RichGarciaTv]

hows reliability/maintenance?

[@downshift83]

No issues with reliability- I had a fuel sensor go out - but it was warrantied. Maintenance is normal IMO -but I have yet to get to the 7500 and 14500 maintenance periods.

[@willydilly2158]

whats your intro song!?

[@austincurtis5029]

It's in the description 👌🏻😏

[@chaseschweitzer8830]

if you live near south Alabama go to camping world of robertsdale for the repaint the painter there is amazing

[@tonkopuljiz9515]

i think that 1000cc are pretty useful i mean you can buy a diavel have lots of fun on it and a little r6 instead of the r1 i mean i love the r1 but if you ride in the city like me you dont need 170hp

[@jaredneaves7007]

thats called a "rear hugger" pretty sure they sell aftermarket cqrbon fiber ones

[@michaeljkasnter]

The only thing i hate about my Ducati 939 Hypermotard SP is the weight!! Other than that its a perfect bike, except for my starter has a dead spot and needs to get in for warrenty repairs

[@HerrinSchadenfreude]

I sort of thought you'd be talking about serious issues, like the overheating problem I have on my 2013 or how the electric bar lock works when it feels like it and other times not so much. Although the ground clearance does worry me at times. You should try the boulevard seat. It's awesome. Lower, cups you very well and helps you stay in the seat, and very comfortable. I have more natural padding of course, but it is still a great seat. I love your clutch cover Knew I should have gotten that one. Damn $900 now when I could have just slapped it into my .99 financing :(

[@tim14041967]

What bar mirrors are they?

[@downshift83]

+Tim Baldy Puig

[@KXRIDERCJ]

"Shut the f#ck up Carl" lmao. Everytime I manage to have my volume hp loud and people around me here it 😂. love the Ducati man!

[@OKNERO]

The bike is still amazing though! But I can see it being low bugging me too.

[@MotoErgoSum]

+NINJA NERO If you want to ride one sometime I might be down for a short bike swap vlog.

[@friley7151]

What exhaust is that??

[@yoMXTT]

Your into is so random and hilarious then just drops a dirty bass beat xD

[@InvictvsNox]

This is just me... but if there's one thing I HATE about the Ducati Diavel... it's that the view from the seat makes it look like you're riding a jet ski. And there are prettier jet skis out there than the Ducati Diavel.

[@justinmolle8647]

what state do you live in