2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260 First Ride Review

[@GaryJohnWalker1]

Best review I've seen (or read) of this new Multi 1260. Gran Canaria looks like a gem. And the 1260 seems like a top contender for ideal all-rounder if money's no object.

[@russellscott5199]

Zack, you do excellent ride reports. Thanks.

[@TheSouper07]

I have a Multi 950 and I absolutley love it. I spent my first riding season on it and put over 10k miles on it in 6 months. I hope some day to be able to afford the 1260, they are amazing bikes! Great video, thanks for the review.

[@NorCalSaint]

Did you ever upgrade from the 950?

[@TheSouper07]

I upgraded to the 1200 Enduro.

[@kevinkehoe9551]

Best MC video I've seen in ages, thank you Zack! To do those twisties and provide a rolling commentary like it was your average morning commute was hilarious but very informed. I ove the Multi, but you made me love it even more. Stay safe, and thank you!

[@Steve_Farwalker]

Wow, you can engage in an intriguing monolog while throwing a new bike in the twisties on a road you've never ridden. Impressive and respect. I can't talk and ride at the same time.

[@SirSpinalColumn]

I just watched a video of him pulling some proper speed around a track on the new penigale V4 and the dude is just chatting away like one of his MC Commute vids. The guy is a legend!

[@HockeyVictory66]

Rode it today. My favorite bike ever. I love the ride modes.

[@artmchugh5644]

Brett Vogel had to go used , too much $$$$ but my fave also !!! Check it out !!😎😎 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGPTaqCoZp5gh7M

[@allenhuling598]

Gotta love how you're the only one out of that pack of Multi riders that can appreciate and 'high five' the Honda 70 and rider....Well done, Zack! BTW, nice review of a Nice bike!

[@rjofur]

Allen Huling Agree! Cool attitude and great review.

[@surg23]

Great video. Zack is becoming increasingly on-point when it comes to covering the bikes key aspects. Appreciated.

[@michaeldobson8859]

I loved the Multistrada so much I bought one in 2015. A left over 2014 model. What I’ve observed is that DUCATI keeps chipping away at the nasty attitude that made the Multi so different and unique about the bike. I don’t mean to say that Multi is out of control like an old Kawasaki H1 or H2 was back in the 70s. With its short wheelbase, skyhook suspenders and mode control. These bikes were really three bikes in one. Nasty and mean, ready to point the beak thing at the sun or moon with just a flick of the wrist or dive quickly into a switchback easily creasing apex’s meant for 600s. Shift mode and the bike would act like an urban traffic splitter with quiet soft gentle precision. Easy on the butt and soft on acceleration, soaking up pot holes like a dirt bike. All I can say about the latest changes is that if you want to be a BMW Rt, then give it a better seat and a bigger fairing, it would be a better Rt. But don’t ruin a good hooligans bike, just create a different model and leave the old one alone, accept for the more power part, we like that real good!

[@WeNeedASaga]

Bloody brilliant review Zac . So much good info, beautiful scenery, and the trademark ZC humour. Thanks!

[@Madharr234]

Here he comes again, my fav channel :) please add more touring review with this bike

[@rikkiportner8482]

Okay...that road is amazing and terrifying all at the same time. Very impressed you can give a bike review while riding this road! Rode a Multistrada a couple of years ago. Awesome bike.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

The dang scenery alone made this video really worth my watch . I would have enjoyed those mountain roads on any bike. Awesome...

[@ryvoltz]

So funny to see Zack go along those twisties between 20 and 30mph in second gear and think I do those speeds in sixth with my litle FZ6R. Excellent video! That seems a hell of a bike, although that isn't my bike type. Seems very, very good for long trips. Thank you, MC!

[@TheTripleDubya]

Love that you picked out the Dacia, very cool and a great review, Thanks.

[@Desertfox92308]

I had a DAX 70 about 45 years ago! Super fun little bike:)

[@andrewlampman8509]

It's a..... Dacia Sandero! Laughed at that bit. Zack and Ari make great videos both individually, and together, keep up the good work Motorcyclist!

[@kvn2266]

Great video man! I'm buying this bike thanks to your video, hands down the best video on KZbin for this bike.

[@glennmcc64]

Great review, the roads look fantastic, especially the surface looked perfect

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

Thanks for the Sunday morning Ride Zack, next time I won't be drinking my coffee it made me feel motion sickness sat in my chair.... waiting for winter to be over before waking up the bikes in the Garage. Keep the reviews coming, love your detailed approach to reviews, and your knowledge of what most of us are looking for in Bike Reviews. Happy holidays look forward to following you next year!!

[@ncarnaiz]

Thanks for the video! What a ride, huh? The Canary Islands in December is paradise on Earth. When it's freaking cold in the northern countries of Europe, you can ride at 20ºC

[@bhasselgren]

Great vid! Also, lovely location. Had 10 days at Gran Canaria with a friend. We rented two Duke 390 for the whole time. Just amazing! Like a crazy big go-cart track.

[@apogeedesign4348]

Absolutely awesome review brother. I have my two 2012 ohlins multistrada's S one with 51 K miles in Cape Town and the other same bike here in LA with 36K miles. Love them to the sky and beyond. Would totally buy the new one just for fun, but since mines are so good they'll be with me most likely for at least another decade or more.

[@dallascuthbertson225]

Tanks Zac Loved the way you rate the bike for what was designed for but still indicate or show what it does. awesome road magic scenery but you still held my attention. MORE PLEASE.

[@RJCpt]

The passion transpires in all your videos, big thumbs up

[@DJMotoVlogs]

That guy is wearing gear on his Honda 70! Major props!

[@dman117zx6]

Best first ride reviews out there.

[@positivelysteve]

Thumbs up for James May callout

[@awdeveau]

I would absolutely love to run my Tuono down that road!

[@flowrider5548]

Another great review Zach, kudos to you for the fluidity of the review and the engaging monologue. Great bike, though a tad too long it sounds like. I like the front and the cockpit area - really smooth compared to BMW.

[@claudiocruz5454]

Zack, you do excellente job. Thank you from Rio de Janeiro..!!

[@topgun8683]

That was an epic ride Zack, especially going through that mountain twistie by the sea ! I just couldn't see myself spending that much for one bike, my 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000LT does the job very well for me !

[@Rufus-OG]

You guys are awesome reviewers. Keep up the good work!!

[@RickandMoto]

GOOD NEWS! It’s the Dacia Sandero!

[@MegaZsiroskenyer]

amazing video, best motorcycle review I ever saw.

[@RicciHodgson59]

Excellent report and review whilst throwing it around mountain bends!!

[@patrickhd34]

Ok, so tested the 1260S Multi and the new BMW GS1250TE on the same day. The GS feels like BMW has spent months riding the Multi. The new motor is very good, smooth & powerful. Downside with the Multi, I found the throttle could be a bit twitchy, even in Touring. But, gearbox and quickshifter better on the Multi. Suspension better on the Multi, and for me more comfortable. The Multi handles really well, particularly the front, whereas on the GS it can feel a little remote or vague. Only downside for me is that the Multi screen is no good if you are 6ft or over. Other things the switchgear is better on the Multi. Stock tyres on Multi are much better than the rubbish on the GS. Both about the same price (almost). But with the Multi you have to pay for a centrestand and heated grips..wtf. At that price they should be a given. I think the Multi really is a Sunday morning blast bike and all-day tourer, just a little more fun than the GS. For build-quality...close, but Multi has it, surprising, but true. For example, my 2.5 year old GSA has switchgear that sticks a little and a failed connector stopped the active suspension working. Thankfully, a warranty fix, but makes you think about cost when out of warranty. Anyway, I'm not an expert, but the Multi will suprise you...particularly if you whack the throttle wide open :-)

[@zzxx33mh]

Wow..omg..what atwisty technical road..and with no dot white line split.. Relaxing bike in touring mode..not cheap..

[@upsidedowndog1256]

Your reviews are the best. That must have been a cool place to ride a nice bike. AND you got paid!

[@Visian]

You've got this really working well Zach... I enjoy this treatment for a moto review.

[@awhiteguy24]

omg that road!!!

[@robertpowers9063]

awhiteguy24 it was freaking me out how he could just go off one of those cliffs if he lost it...not that he would but you never know! Awesome road

[@EverythingisFire]

and those views!

[@MotorcycleGearHub]

Right on! I knew I recognized the landscape after the first 3 seconds of the videos. Many of my riding videos are there, so feel free to check them out (e.g. my Dainese D1 jacket review). Beautiful landscapes: you go from subtropical landscapes & epic beaches to cold temperatures & a height over 7,000 ft in 45 minutes (volcanoes are snowed ATM). Trust me when I say that this was a great place to ride the 2018 Ducati Multistrada!

[@inb4230]

I lived in tenerife,los cristianos for 7 years!amazing place,and everything is very,very cheap,you could buy a package of Marlboro for 2 euros..Great riding roads too,like the climb to El teide,the vulcano where Star Wars was filmed

[@david555montez9]

Amazing Powerfull Awesome Very cool vídeo :):):) Best wishes from México And supporting your channel

[@JLchevz]

same

[@markjurczyk]

Ugly,Overrated, Crap quality, did Ducati pay for this guy to go there and test this uglinest ? That's what i tought

[@demzunoplayer]

A good review. A great MC. A scary road in places!

[@nothanks3462]

$23k right now in England will buy 3 brand new dacia sanderos!

[@krisyana2393]

Mat Watson would be happy with that!

[@67claudius]

This is good news.

[@nothanks3462]

Of course now that adventure scooters are going to dominate the world $23k might be better spent on 7 or 8 honda ruckus scooters, a big chainsaw for the fallen trees and beer/BBQ etc.

[@JLchevz]

but what about the fun though

[@nathanwiens108]

I get this reference.

[@HUDRAKER]

what u feel comparing with KTM Adventure 1290?

[@harley84fly]

You sir are my favourite tester.

[@lincolnandrews1798]

How was the seat for long distances? Any nuisance vibes? Given the format, you answered virtually all other questions (I’m close to buying) Well done Zack. It fun watching you have fun while reviewing bikes.

[@Lex-Rex]

That road! Man and I thought Colorado had some bad ass canyons/shelf roads.

[@FaxMe2Barbados]

got a kick out of the James May comment, yeah. Top Gear. cool ride.

[@stevensmith743]

Outstanding stuff. Well done.

[@ComandanteJ]

Excellent bike, but as you said... for 22K, it'd better be. BTW, WICKED road. I'm Spanish but i've never been to the Canaries, but i really should, they're a real jewel.

[@kuhndj67]

The new Multi looks like a solid design... but I REALLY like the sharp handling of the multi (comfortable sportbike). I've toured for over 20,000 miles on my 15S and I know that "I" don't feel like it needed more stability for touring... and it certainly didn't need to get bigger. Having said that... I'm sure the new Multi is still an awesome bike and that MUCH fatter midrange is a very welcome addition.

[@nigelbradshaw8266]

I bought one. Best bike I’ve ever owned. 😍

[@EEEBA1]

What have you had before this bike? Thank you.

[@artmchugh5644]

nigel bradshaw they are great !!! Turned over 84.000 on mine yesterday !!! Check out mine !! How did I do? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGPTaqCoZp5gh7M

[@disekjoumoer]

Zack Courts, the life and soul of the partaaaayyy.

[@sharvan456]

I'm glad you noticed the Dacia Sandero,James May's fav car! :)

[@yomocry]

in september i buy this bike ...amazing motorcicle...good video !

[@Av8tor501]

Great video in between commercials ! Quit it about halfway because of that!

[@kristerottosson5634]

A very very cool video...thx a lot for all info. If you can please make a review of the Ducati Supersport...

[@thano40]

Excellent review and story at 'CYCLE WORLD' This bike is one I am considering purchasing for 2018. Zach is great and simple at getting the message out, till the next one and cannot wait.

[@cronicep]

1:15 green dress 👌

[@GIGABACHI]

cronicep 😏👌👍

[@shizoko91]

your eyes are so good dude, bravo !

[@mickeypopa]

Ömer Çetin Good eyes? How the hell did you miss that? That was the first thing I saw in the video. :D

[@mickeypopa]

SunzOffski Don't talk nonsense. :P

[@tedsarmiento]

LOL first thing i saw as well! well done boys.

[@upup209]

Great vlog. Informative and entertaining. How does the bike feel in terms of center of gravity? Does the V twin make it seem top heavy?

[@HockeyVictory66]

I like the red better but that’s still an awesome bike I can only dream about right now.

[@GIGABACHI]

Brett Vogel keep playing that lottery. 😂

[@ALMX5DP]

That 70 was wicked!

[@MakTheSank]

1:00 an american that undrestands that its his fault he cant understand, and its not all cocky about his country. Respect Zack.

[@67claudius]

With the new V4 this bike will be fantastic.

[@ballersac32]

Bravo on the top gear reference :)

[@kevinmorphet8083]

Duck is very nice. But I want the ct70. Oh man! That was sweet. Cheers!

[@Wolverines1]

Great vid!

[@wingmansgarage382]

Wingman’s Garage needs a Multi!!!

[@MariaFernanda-zn2nk]

Awesome video!! :) I had a 1200 Multi and also a 950 Multi. Now I have a V4 Pani, a motorcycle with sooo much power, that for my riding stile, it works more as a mobile piece of art than as a fun machine for the streets. Having said that, I would like to own the off-spring of a Multi 950 with a V4 pani. Maybe a Multi 750 V4. :)

[@Imotopilot]

Great review. I'm currently on a 2010 model (3rd gen?). Amazing machine with loads of possibilities.

[@artmchugh5644]

iMotoPilot I HEAR YOU !!!! Check out my 2011 !! What do you think ? 😎😎😎🍺🍺🍺 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGPTaqCoZp5gh7M

[@timmo3351]

Looking forward to the commute 👍🏻

[@anasnurhafidz]

I really enjoy ur review for this bike

[@jeremycampbell3497]

A honda 70 was my first bike, oh the memories.

[@harikrishnanp97]

Excellent review guys

[@markwilliams8655]

Fantastic great and awesome review, thank you!!!!

[@johna6968]

Great work fella

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

thanks for the effort and the share. thumbs up!

[@DavidSyratt]

Great video Zack, thanks.

[@lluisabadal]

Good sensations, good job Zack ¡¡

[@eddyman007]

Great video!

[@Miskatonik]

Personal opinion on the Multistrada vs your BMW S1000XR?

[@jeduardoslb1]

I just want to say that, Ducati should use the new V4 on the next gen Diavel! And keep the V-Twin on the XDiavel!

[@davestafford8560]

Great review of a bike that is out of the financial reach of most of us unless you want a mortgage size payment every month for five years. Good review never the less . Wonder if you think the multi is better than the 2018 GS if you,ve had a chance to ride the beemer?

[@hoagiesherlin7732]

Zack your job must really suck 😂 merry Christmas to you and ari

[@mattwilliams7454]

beautiful scenery

[@zrx12gs650g]

I'll take more stable over twitchy any day.. sounds like improvements are good!

[@marcvanessen4953]

Great video👍🏻 Maybe I’ll sell my 2015 Multistrada to buy a new 2018 version.

[@BadBandar59]

What an awesome road

[@dinonoce]

Meh, I’ll stick with my 2016 1200S, but I’d love to have the quick shifter. Does anyone know if it can be retrofitted to the 2016?

[@MouldyPIX]

Excellent review..👌

[@ExclusiveDucatiTube]

Very good report! Thanks!

[@bebekstersam7403]

Thumbup for the video info ...what a awesome view n road

[@Youtuberngajelas]

What about suspension comfort compare to ktm 1290s or a GS?

[@saushithattanayake7056]

Awesome video and bike! Greeting s from Sri Lanka

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

totally riotous video. unbelievable roads...good job Zach...now how about that Versys 1000 Commute? :]

[@sniperfreak5]

ducati monster 1260 inc. ! maybe other compression ratio and camshaft too for around 167 hp and 126 nm

[@ChrisJohn_444]

I see people riding multistradas at the track and loving it haha. Seems more like a tourer to me. And that extended wheel base probably also contributes to less agility.

[@ChrisJohn_444]

Sebastian Lindenthal I don't really think my comment warranted that kind of reply. To your points, stability makes you feel safer at speed, but as I pointed out people were really enjoying the previous iteration of the multistrada at the track, at speed. Longer wheelbase does hinder agility, especially 2 inches of difference, and 63 inches for a wheelbase is quite long for cornering. But, I agree rake and trail have a greater impact. Raising the rear has the potential to decrease rear wheel traction, but not really a problem if you like backing it in (as Zach clearly does). I prefer supersports and electronic steering dampers, so I'm a proponent of stability and getting off the bike in the corners. For me, upright riding and effortless cornering takes some of the fun and feel out of the ride.

[@kuhndj67]

I've got a 15S that I've clocked almost 40,000 miles on (more than half touring). I'm not a track guy but when we tour it's usually to locations with good sport riding... and I never thought of the Multi as unstable, the bike is not a superbike but it's comfortable riding 15 hours a day for an entire month mixed with 8-10 days of "drop all the gear and engage shenanigans mode"... and handled both responsible touring and sport mode stupidity with composure.

[@DersNoNem]

Sebastian Lindenthal Longer wheelbase does decrease agility, in most cases. If you do slow riding, you will feel it

[@ChrisJohn_444]

David Kuhn Another way of saying it is it's more responsive to rider inputs, and that over-correction becomes more of a concern the faster you go. Why supersports have progressive electronic steering dampers and clip-ons, instead of a straight bar.