2020 Ducati Supersport S | Long Term Review Final Ride

[@vincentvalerio915]

I am 2 weeks into my first Ducati. Found the 2018 s model being sold privately for 9k with only 450 miles. Spotless. I jumped on it.

[@stewy62]

Backs up what Bill said in a recent video, he puts more miles on test bikes than some owners!🏍🇬🇧

[@ll.7927]

That’s crazy. Dude never rode it . Just picked up a 2021 for 15k with 1k miles.

[@rochmel1409]

I picked mine up yesterday. So many reasons most of which you covered as to why, when looking for a sports tourer I chose the Ducati. I can't say that having the best looking panniers was the deal clincher but it sure is a big bonus. Thanks for the review I will book mark it and watch it again on those days when the weather prevents me from getting out for real 🙂

[@vincentvalerio915]

I own a 2018 in white. Best bike I have had thus far. I have had a few Kawasaki’s and a Yamaha in the past

[@gorilla9519]

How's reliability? Any issues so far? I want one but people talk down on em.

[@abyedrikn]

@@gorilla9519 the bike self-destructed by driving itself into Vincents home while they were having thanksgiving dinner, taking out Vintents entire family. Other than that 9/11 bike.

[@Khmersupra]

would like to know past bikes like r6 ? zx6r ninja 400 ?

[@jonathanalfred9847]

That road you are in in this video looks like heaven to ride on. The perfect road for the SuperSport. I recently bought a 2017 SuperSport. ( not the s model ) It looks 99% like new. It only had 2159 km when i bought it. And i have only ridden it around 400 kelometer so far. And up until tonight i loved almost everything about the bike. But this evening i went into the city on it for the first time. And i was in painfully slow traffic for maybe 20 minutes where i was in first gear below 3000 rpm the entire time. And the bike hates being at one or two thousand rpm. It is only happy after 3000rpm. And the geometry of the bike doesnt really lend itself to slow speed minuvering. And i also noticed tonight that the bike doesnt flip back and fourth easily. Its like all the things that make the bike so stable at higher speeds and make the bike hold its line so great on big sweeping turns is a negitive at very slow speeds in traffic. The bikes favorite place to be is on big sweeping turns like in this video. But not the best for small canyon turns. I test road an MT09 and XSR 900 before buying the Ducati. And on big open roads i much prefer the stability of the SuperSport. But the MT09 is way easier to minuver in the city. Letting out the clutch in first gear on the Ducati is a little hard to get used to. Because the bike is just not good at one and two thousand rpm. Which makes stop and go traffic a nightmare. It also makes the engine really hot. So tonight i discovered what i dont like about the bike. But overall i am in love with the bike. I love the looks. Love the engine. Love the stability and how it holds its line on big sweeping turns. And the bike has allot of characture. You feel like you are on something special evertime you ride it. And people always want to look at the bike. And its not boring at all like i found the Honda CB 650. Which has no low end or midrange power. The Supersport ergernomics is what every sport bike for the street should be. Not a track bike that breaks your back if you ride it longer than a half an hour.

[@mysticmusafir3344]

I'm 6' and 200lbs... still carry some holiday weight from 2009 and I love this bike, finally a sport bike that doesn't require a chiropractor visit after half hour of riding. Also, i like the over all power because on high end power bike, I'm constantly testing my self control. So go for it people... just toss those antlers out, and get a cool gel seat cover...

[@CaliMotoTV]

🤣🤣🤣🤣👌

[@holybutterfly8495]

@@CaliMotoTV How many cylinders for this bike ?

[@GonzoMallorca]

@@holybutterfly8495 7

[@HermundAOlsen]

You guys inspired me so I took a day off and used it for testing several 2021 model Ducatis; Monster 950+, Supersport 950 S, Scrambler 800 Icon, Hypermotard 950 RVE, Streetfighter V4 and finally Panigale V2. For my use I think my favourits are Supersport and Monster (in that order). Hopefully I can afford one for the 2022 season! I’ll watch Your reviews some times over and over and try to descide. Half the fun is looking forward to it like a 4 year old for christmass! Thanks Bill and Bogner, keep up the grate work. Cheers from Norway!

[@MattiasGunnmo]

Loved mine. Its a great bike. Unfortunately mine was retired by a car in the beginning of June. Now have a Streetfighter V4S at the dealers. Just waiting for a tail tidy and slipons to be mounted.

[@wegapaul3616]

You lucky dog! The Streetfighter is my fav. I have a 2013 and I’ve been trying to upgrade but honestly i just can’t get rid of it. I even recently drove my friends new panigale and I still prefer the SF! It’s nice to not have all that plastic a round the engine

[@rosco950ss7]

Always great reviews on this channel, Hope you get your hands on the new 2021 950 Supersport to review soon. Would be great to see that bike in your skilled hands around a track! (Watched your video on the new monster on track - epic)

[@justinbraathen3077]

Great video, taking delivery of a 2021 Supersport S tomorrow and your review helps reinforce the purchase.

[@darinwing8341]

Own a 2017 SSS with a tad bit over 24k miles, still love it!

[@darinwing8341]

Cali Moto TV lol, yeah no, my bad! 🤪

[@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214]

Hey Darin, glad to see you still have your SSS.... mine is also a 2017 but only has 7k miles on it, I also ride a BMW F850GS so it keeps the mileage down. My SSS is a lovely bike to ride and the looks are awesome. The DQS is so smooth.

[@teoman6653]

@@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214 Hi, Is it a suitable and comfortable motorcycle for long tours? How is QS performance? Another question is, does the heating bother you?

[@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214]

@@teoman6653 Hi, yes is a great tourer although I never toured on it but know people who have. The DQS is smooth and efficient for me. The engine heat is noticeable but bearable and here in uk winters it’s great. I believe the Panigale is much hotter though.

[@MrAndrew1953]

Superb comfortable sports bike that is more than adequate for my particular skill level. I l'll get a Super Lottery ticket tomorrow.

[@gliddofglood]

Indeed. I've bought a 2019 super clean S model with 50'000 kms on it! Only thing I don't like, apart from the super-vibey mirrors, is that the thing is a bastard to pull away with when cold. Super snatchy, liable to stall, much slipping of the clutch is required. I can't believe this is normal. I've had Ducatis since 1985 - none of them have been like this. Once warm, the problem goes away. Any ideas? Thanks!

[@CaliMotoTV]

Not sure sorry. In general we let those bikes come up to temp a little before riding. We'd ask a dealer about it, this seems excessive.

[@gliddofglood]

@@CaliMotoTV I think I will mention it. It's quite embarrassing stalling everywhere in the first 5 minutes or so of use. It's not as if I'm a newbie.

[@schemkesa]

Had it also for a few weeks, did 6000km on it. Great bike, I fell in love with it too. Did you see the new 2021 one! Wow thats a great update, maybe....

[@capz3217]

The 2021 looks awesome. Wish there were more sport touring bikes looking that good.

[@sadbravesfan]

Was seriously looking at getting a used one of these but after seeing the 2021 it looks like I'll be holding off this year and saving up a bit more til next year lol

[@That_Cajun_Guy]

Man, I agree with that. The Ninja 1000sx looks nice to me but a bit heavy for my intended use. I would prefer something in the weight range of this, (450ish wet) for daily commuting and twisty roads on the weekend. Hopefully with Aprilia and Yamaha joining the middleweight twin faired bike segment it'll spark some competition.

[@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214]

Nice final review and man that road..... 😍

[@wolfiestreet6899]

It's cute to watch her play at sports touring. It's like watching your pretty lil wife trying to carry all the grocery bags at once.

[@CaliMotoTV]

😂😂😂😂

[@ApexMotow]

Bay Area motorcycle enthusiast. I ride out to Berryessa often. Let's link up for a ride! 2015 MTS 1200 S and an 2008 848.

[@CaliMotoTV]

Hit us up on Instagram!

[@dominikbilinski5807]

Im really tempted to pull a trigger on this, £10k is a tiny bit too steep but I will have my eye out on used one

[@Dr.MartinKTM]

Great review;) Ive heard about some heat coming out from the cylinder/engine to the seat??...-not comfortable when riding in the summer or through the city.... anyone had problem with that?? How does the bike behaves riding slow speeds, low revs...? thank you

[@CaliMotoTV]

It definitely gets a little warm when not moving. Any bike does. Just as much as any bike will feel boggy in low rpms. Just downshift and you'll be fine.

[@Dr.MartinKTM]

@@CaliMotoTV Thank You :) I think Ive found my future bike

[@DeshFPV]

It’s a Ducati thing. You get used to it

[@axist2389]

If you plan on only occasionally hitting the track, would you take the Supersport if you owned it or would you get a dedicated track bike? Would like to hear what an experienced rider such as yourself thinks

[@kennynatco7224]

Great review. For a guy your size, any issues with your back when you get off this bike?

[@Bodhi7007]

I was hoping to see you on the bike sitting up right and on riding positions...any other videos you have on this bike that you can suggest me watch for it?

[@TheProperMinimalist]

Great review! We’re about the same height/weight so I really appreciate your videos. 😎 Do you like the SuperSport S more than the Aprilia RS 660 as a comfy sport bike?🤔

[@TheProperMinimalist]

@@CaliMotoTV I’ve got a 2019 Harley RKS so I’ve got comfy touring covered. Just trying to decide what to get to diversify and have something for the twisties. Leaning towards the Aprilia but need to test ride both. Thanks!

[@g.t.7194]

A Ducati is a Ducati 😉😄

[@pauly680]

I have a 17. I weight pretty close to what you do and I would have loved to know how you set up the suspension. I’m nervous to start messing with it myself

[@noeldawson9211]

what about the heat to the rider issue, did you notice it? Mentioned in other tests

[@ArmandoSanchez-ob3dd]

did you like this over the rs660?

[@CaliMotoTV]

Yeah.

[@ArmandoSanchez-ob3dd]

@@CaliMotoTV would you take the V2 over the rs660 I'm stuck in the middle of buying one or the other

[@Auditrickz97]

Good job 👍👍

[@dry509]

How and when and where is the vibration?

[@RideThe6]

I love the white Ducatis. Great little touring bike I'm sure.

[@stewy62]

A while back you did a tongue in cheek vlog comparing your Racer to the Streetfighter but surely the Racer and the Supersports is a good comparison? The Duke seems better equipped and has the same horse power for 233cc less but 25 % less torque, any thoughts? 🏍🇬🇧

[@stewy62]

@@CaliMotoTV I didn’t realise there was such a big weight difference, the SS is @ 60 pounds lighter (15 %) than a R9T 🏍🇬🇧

[@TheKilladp]

What was the MPG like on this bike?

[@dry509]

Where do you feel the vibration and when?

[@williamwallace5201]

@@CaliMotoTV Does the vibration fatigue you at all? Or is it just something you notice, but are unbothered with?

[@jesuscardenas9075]

How's the heat under the seat ?

[@jesuscardenas9075]

@@CaliMotoTV awesome appreciate t he feedback 👍 I'm looking to get one soon

[@gliddofglood]

I think youve sold it to me!

[@CaliMotoTV]

🎉 🎉 🎉

[@colin55594]

Not enough power. My first bike and its too slow

[@MommyDiaries]

💜🇵🇭Love love

[@JS-fb6ww]

What shame. Installing panniers on That bike is not a good look.

[@SP-xd8gs]

thats the point of the bike to be able to tour on it hello mcfly

[@jimpanzer07]

If only Ducati offered the 2021 Supersport with the 1260 engine as an option, that would be the perfect sportbike!

[@MrRGM10]

This bike needs an update tft, make it smooth down low

[@MrRGM10]

@@CaliMotoTV how do you find the heat? My buddy rear signal lights breakoff while riding for no reason

[@MrRGM10]

@@CaliMotoTV yes two of my buddies same

[@vicomtedelomagne]

Akrapovich cans sort that out.

[@conceptsmart]

Had 2018 S model for 5 month and that was the worst bike I ever have in my entire motorcycling life. Mirrors vibrated as hell, you can not see anything in it. Narrow powerband, molten rear shock bump stop from exhaust tubing, cracked dashboard, fuel injectors failure. All fixed by warranty, but shit bike anyway, sold it to ducatisti with a big discount and I was the most happy human!

[@liljfunk21]

I wanted to love the bike because aesthetically it was very pleasing but overall maintenance one thing breaks after another