2024 Ducati Streetfighter V2 Review | NOT to be overlooked in favour of the V4!

[@paulgray3013]

I just swapped out my suzuki Katana 2023 for a green SF V2. It's a 2023 1 owner with 1100 miles. Loving it so far.

[@SloboloboVFR]

When you said 16 grand I genuinely thought "oh thats reasonable" like ive ever spent more than 5k on anything lol.

[@Weird_Rick]

Been there done that 🙌🤣

[@SloboloboVFR]

@@Weird_Rick there's probably a bike out there I'd happily put myself in debt for bit I hope I never find it lol. Won't stop me looking either.......

[@brentforbes2609]

I once talked to someone who had one, that's the closest I'll get.

[@ggtelevision]

Love mine I've had for a year. Perfect ergonomics and sublime powerband.

[@twowheelin7361]

Still in love with my SF V2 after 2 years. Awesome bike✌🏽

[@rlw85]

Me and my eldest girl 10 have been watching your Scotland tour and from that she’s wanted to go pillion and this weekend she’s gone for her first ride and loved it.

[@Pompomgrenade]

Holy s*** I think you just unearthed my favorite 2024bike🔥 That's a nice V-twin... Especially here in the land of Harley Davidson

[@Fractal379]

Good job. There are so many good looking bikes these days, so many great choices. Nostalgia aside, this is the Golden Age. I need to start stashing some of these beasts just in case my descendants only see self-riding EVs that can never fall over.

[@SquireSCA]

I recently traded my 2023 MT-10 in for a 2024 SF V2... Loving it. I considered the V4, but this is like $6k cheaper and 208hp on a naked bike is idiotic for the street. No fairing or wind protection, means so much of that power is wasted because you will never want or be able to go that fast, even on track. The V2 is lighter, more agile, and it may be quicker on twisty roads because you aren't fighting it and trying to keep it from killing you... Only on long straights would the V4 have the advantage...

[@jean-frederickjacques6780]

That off-throttle decel sound is truly addictive!!!

[@burner188]

What a beautiful and capable machine. Rode one for the first time a couple months ago and definitely would consider it. Riding a Ducati Monster 950 and loving that bike. Great review Kate!

[@michaelmckinney9251]

Thank you for the review…looks like a sweet step up from my Suzuki GSX-8S!

[@AW8UK]

I have ridden a V2 Streetfighter. Lovely bike. Stunning looks, more than ample road performance, the usual benefits of IMU rider aids, turns & drops in very nicely. Superb lIne adjustability mid corner...precise communicative handlng & nice ego's (5'10" male 30" leg) . Very good brakes - albeit not sure if they are the last word in terms of progression. Unfortunately I did not always like the fuelling at "very low" urban speeds (creeping speeds & junction turns etc ) , even when I changed modes & settings I found myself needing extra focus on clutch feathering to avoid jerkiness issues. Mirrors not great for view & clarity when moving but have ridden worse....Did not ride on a hot day but was aware of warmth from engine. Great bike apart from issues I felt I noticed but mindful others views may vary to mine Thanks for review 👍🏍

[@jimzenglish1]

Great video, you did well in testing conditions. I would love a SF V2, its my favourite naked sports. For street riding I really think the V4 is overkill.

[@ninja12lawbreaker]

Years ago I used to ride back to Wales from London quite often, I also used to get wet going through the Cotswolds quite often, beautiful roads though Kate

[@marcbrasse747]

Even before watching: off course less is more. I own an ancient Ducati Pantah 600 from 1982. 😁

[@Nick-Gye]

They are nice, nearly bought one in 1984 ( might have been a 650) but got a 900S2 instead

[@marcbrasse747]

@@Nick-Gye Forgiveable “mistake”! 😁

[@vince6219]

In my opinion... No one makes a bike like Ducati , The styling and MAN!!!, that sound , I wouldn't care if the bike only had 40BHP as long as Ducati keep producing that sweet sounding engine, My only gripe with Ducati is the servicing cost. That is one awesome bike Kate 🙂

[@Pte1643]

They’re really not that bad. I got a major service plus belts and MOT on my 1200 monster last October and it was £525.

[@clarklimbaugh822]

I got to take one for a short test ride a few weeks ago, and I was shocked to find that I hated it! Anything below like 6k rpms, and the bike was super vibey. Low down pulls made the whole thing shake like it was trying to shake itself apart until you hit 7k. I'm wondering if the one I rode was having engine issues 🤔 All the reviewers seem to love the V2

[@DailyDrivenBikes_1]

The storm green looks awesome 👌

[@phatmoc]

Owned one for 12 months, loved it but found it a little harsh, softened the suspension but it doesn't give much, always wished it was the V4S, be interesting to hear your comparison when you get that on road. I'm sue I'll have another Streetfighter, but probably not the V2.

[@UsernameKate]

When I got on it, I know its supposed to be aggressive but how stiff the suspension was out the box and the urgency of the bite with the bikes, just made it feel like a proper serious, mean and focused bike! Interesting to hear even with adjustability, there's not much give 👍

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

I too love the green. 3M Matte Pine Metallic Green (2080-M206) vinyl is very close to Ducati's Storm Green, if anyone is interested copying the design on their ride.

[@headrace4863]

…I love the v2 platform bikes, snorty snorty pop bang things. They change direction like a scared cat as well. Looks like a great ride out with your mates. Great stuff. 👍

[@creedm3040]

Awesome video! Great looking bike. I think the heat from the engine would be an issue. Great thoughts and comments. Best!

[@zCritic]

Lovely bike! Wow.

[@christianburger25]

I would love to see you review the Supersport 950 S. I'm between it and the Street Triple RS for the next bike

[@kahidunn7907]

Nice review Kate, that's quite the crew you've got together ❤

[@iancraig6070]

Bikes at the price of cars! So much electronics that DIY servicing is virtually impossible and costs of parts are at times prohibitive. On the other hand the V twin does sound amazing. Good vid Kate

[@metaomicron72]

I mean, it's a Ducati. Thats is the Ferrari of bikes. And Ferraris are the price of houses so...

[@Rocketboy-qg6ts]

Have you looked at the price of new cars lately? 😂 you could buy 3 of these

[@millinutz]

Take one frame, two wheels, about three bukets of good looks, four kilos of mega sound, paste a Ducati sticker on the side, plant Kate on the saddle and sit back for 22:18 mins. and enjoy a bit of the Cotswolds countryside, accompanied by the amuseing and informative chit-chat of a competent Bikergirl. Wow, a good review, complimenting one of the very few good things, ever to come out of Italy. Thanks.

[@Michael-Masi-911]

It's made in Thailand

[@millinutz]

@@Michael-Masi-911 but it's an Italian brand. What bike is not made in Asia nowadays...? Even if they're not all made there, many parts are made / assembled there!

[@Michael-Masi-911]

@@millinutz I'll take a Made in Japan Yamaha or Kawasaki over a Ducati/BMW made in Thailand. Ducati were never reliable when made in Italy, moving manufacturing to Thailand is not how you fix that issue.

[@richyrara]

Speaking of getting your mitts on a Ducati...What are those mitts? I saw Chopsy wearing a pair the other day, but in a different colourway. They look like ravens tallons. Very cool.

[@Kennyboyprimeragt]

BEASTY !!!!!!!!

[@shubr66]

Kate , super review and that bike really suits you 👍👍👍👍

[@lrowlands53]

It's a joy to hear you talk, with your wonderful idioms and it's a great review. Thanks.

[@majormassenspektrometer]

20:20 did you ride it off road?

[@MV-XD2]

Curious as to why a low, mean naked bike needs the seat height of an off-road adventure bike? Looks great and beautifully made but not a bike I’d want as my only bike.

[@trailingarm63]

I think you're right. Good luck to you.

[@marcbrasse747]

“I never put it in the thingy mode!” 🤣

[@marcbrasse747]

15:50 min: That WOH!” 🤣🤣🤣 Who can blame him?

[@tyranid05]

I currently have a street triple RS, and once its fully paid off i intend on making a Streetfighter my next bike. I know the V2 is already more than i need for the road, but that V4 sirens song just keeps calling to me 😩

[@AdamForeman]

I keep telling myself that I don't want a naked bike and then another bike comes out and changes my mind again!

[@crivera99]

Love your review! Have you had a chance to ride the new Monster? If so, how does the V2 compare? I have a Monster that I’m thinking about trading in but I’m not 100% sure if that’s the right move. Would like to know what you think if you’ve ridden both?

[@charliebaker3389]

40hp more go and ride it

[@crivera99]

Just bought one and it’s amazing!

[@charliebaker3389]

@@crivera99 Cool. What’s the main difference ?

[@crivera99]

One of the biggest differences is the amount of reserved power. My Monster plus felt like it was maxed out even in Sport mode. The Streetfighter V2 has so much more to give and its around town mannerisms are similar to the Monster. Basically the V2 is a Monster on steroids!

[@robertmenzies3032]

I have stayed away from awesome power beasts just because when riding on the road I always felt to say even close to the law you need to ride it at 25%. But being a twin think this is a bit more usable. Do you feel 150bhp is too much for the road or is it still enough fun for the big smile on face?

[@aimeYM1]

Great video💫. I wish you would have added comments in terms of how this bike behaves in low traffic or in town under 20-30 miles/hour. Is it in town smooth as the Street Triple RS or the new KTM Super Duke 1290? Or it is un-rideable like some old Ducati in low traffic - like the old Streetfighter 1098? If it was your dollars, will you buy it or will you rather buy a Tuono v4 or a Yamaha MT10? Keep up the good work - great video 💥

[@helgejohan3604]

Street triple and Mt09 are smother ande more easy to ride in town✊🔥

[@user-gingerbiker60]

Great bike education are fantastic

[@MandelloUK]

Stunning bike BUT at that price it should include larger TFT, heated grips and fuel gauge as standard!

[@radioaxe6964]

Awesome bike. Needs Termignoni pipes like you said 😊

[@goodthiefphoto]

Aww...I was hoping to see Caleb in your video 😆

[@UsernameKate]

Love Caleb!!

[@marcbrasse747]

Jaw just dropped. Kate on a Duc! 🤤

[@craigroche9509]

If I had the money I’d buy a BMW s1000r . The Ducati is beautiful to look at and has bags more character than most German offerings. The Suzuki would have to be my choice I suppose not the prettiest but more affordable and just as effective on the road. I’ve just renewed my bike insurance with bikesure by the way and when they asked how I had heard about them I said username Kate off KZbin 😂😂❤

[@lateknights1]

your voice is very attractive, could listen to you talk for hours

[@onaroad4505]

Which would you choose Street fighter v2 Or S 1000 XR ? Ash

[@UsernameKate]

Streetfighter V2 is more me 😊

[@soumyaprakashsahoo4120]

Waiting for the v4s vs m1000r review on your channel

[@brendonchase9460]

The street fighter suits you but for the heat thing and the hyper motard suited lil

[@UsernameKate]

I wouldn't be put off by the heat tbh but then again, I haven't tried it on a boiling hot day 😬

[@brendonchase9460]

The street fighter suits you but for the heat thing and the hyper motard suited lily

[@cnnproperty]

This video contains action 🏍

[@SimonTsang-ec4or]

Fuel gauge?

[@nanakoyukisan]

Love KV73🥰😘

[@Cid_Chalzer]

Vibrations hit the g-spot at 8:59 😂

[@UsernameKate]

Behave, me mam reads these comments!!!

[@inked-96]

I'm yet to take a liking to any V twin. Yes, they have character, but they sound like rough tractors to me.

[@IanTed]

Not when you’re riding them…

[@marcbrasse747]

Outtakes: 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 You never can cope with that, can you?

[@IanTed]

I ride a completely different style of V2 Ducati, the Multistrada V2S, yes Ducatis are expensive but no other bike gives you such a great riding experience or sound. The V2 Streetfighter is better than the V4 for the road, my Multi is my first Ducati after three GSs, it’ll be the V4 Multi next time as the Streetfighter is too focussed but fun. PS. Bit of clipping on your mic?

[@UsernameKate]

I feel ya! And yes, it was extremely windy that day so sometimes it happens. Hard to stop on windy days when helmet mounted 😊

[@fyorbane]

You need to ride a Tuono V4. Nothing and I mean nothing sounds like quite like it. As many testers say it is THE best sound in motorcycling. My Tuono V4 was cheaper than the V2 Streetfighter but has nearly 180 hp and is just insane but leaves me laughing all the time. I fully understand why it keeps winning MCN's top supernaked test every year.

[@UsernameKate]

i rode one back in 2016 with a full akra. The goldy coloured one... I LOVED it soooo much!!!!

[@ProphetAndLoss]

Not thirsting as I'm doing just fine in that department, but gorgeous is what it is, Lucia distracts traffic..

[@Pompomgrenade]

😂 great review! Roasted chestnuts are a downside😮

[@wakedaze1]

Did you have to keep it above 6K to get any "fun" out of it?

[@aimeYM1]

Good question? That is also my main concern, that this lovely bike isn't enjoyable unless you hit the twisties or canyon's roads? 🤔

[@DavidChalmers-w5o]

Great bike, great marque, but will remain in the shop at £16k as my £10k MT09SP is not ~40% less of a motorcycle. 🤷

[@Michael-Masi-911]

And your MT10 probably made in Japan, these Ducati are made in Thailand. Only SP models come from Italy now.

[@helgejohan3604]

@@Michael-Masi-911😂😂 yeah right, Triumph are made in Thailand not Ducati

[@helgejohan3604]

Toyota or Ferrari 🤩😜

[@joseph40ninjas88]

Thorough review [like always] Roasted 🌰🌰

[@UsernameKate]

🤣🤣🤣

[@juristimma5366]

Uuuuu...Love it Ducati...But Price...aiiii!!

[@martinwilliams6027]

V2 or is it a V TWIN ?

[@UsernameKate]

It's a 90 degree V TWIN but the name of this bike (as named by Ducati, don't shoot the messenger 🤣) is called the Streetfighter V2

[@pneumaticman5927]

“It makes me feel fa-anceh.” 😂❤

[@56Spookdog]

👍👍

[@kikoy08]

150HP is way more than my skills could manage.

[@ianjones2731]

And definitely more than she could

[@ragoodvin44]

First comment prize goes to me.!!❤🎉 A 4 A.M. hello from middle 'Murca.

[@Blucru90]

is it torque like duke

[@UsernameKate]

Not like superduke no, that's in a league of its own imo

[@ianhalliwell8604]

You said its a sporty naked which is the opposite sort of bike i like now. I enjoyed your video, as usual, but not the bike.

[@BGAUGE]

When are you gonna get your hands on a sexy pink thing?

[@dantimber]

We commute a lot in the US. I wish more bikes had cruise control.

[@Rocketboy-qg6ts]

Sounds lumpy. How’s it compare with the KTM Superduke R for smoothness and how about a head to head ride ala lamb chop rides with one of the other ladies! 😎👍

[@grachoderunwiderstehlichen]

@BackyEvans look how far a good call could be from the status of "Langweilige Oma " 🙄

[@keithmclean3627]

Nope. Unless it can beat my r1 rossi through the twistys its a rip off. How much is a valve servive on that bike?😂

[@terryjoslin2660]

shame your doing a road test in a group much prefer when you are on your own, you ride so much more to the bike and not to the group. Sorry I do like watching your tests

[@stonecold2653]

FRIKKIN.................LOL

[@user-hf8ie8mf3n]

👍🤪🏳️‍🌈

[@marcbrasse747]

One general bone of contention though: Nobody should hide so much 90 degree V under so much plastic and get away with it. Most of todays Ducati’s either look like electric motorcycles or plumbers nightmares. Only the scramblers still put on a honest face. 😁

[@kevinmill7965]

Aggressive bike? Rode few of these absolutely flat as until 7k then wakes up but still no arm ripper

[@UsernameKate]

Yes, aggressive in the sense that a lot of its competitors just feel a bit softer and rounder around the edges. This thing looks sharp and suspension set how it is from factory feels rock hard and brakes super bitey so yes, I stand by using the word aggressive 😊

[@PDCRed]

I live a few mins from Diddly Squat. I find it incredible that the average customer probably travels 50 miles + to what is a tiny shop that stocks not a lot. An appalling environmental footprint.

[@wl660]

So what? Clarkson and the Tv series are the big draw, not carrots and turnips. 😂

[@Rocketboy-qg6ts]

Yeah and after watching the TV series you can pretty much guess all of our opinion on the locals…

[@trailingarm63]

Who is going to spend £16k on something like this? You might say a track-day fan, but wouldn't they want to be in a crouch behind some kind of fairing? You can't carry a passenger comfortably, touring would be bloody hard work and it seems way over the top for commuting. Looks like a handsome ornament to me. A V2 Multistrada is a bit cheaper and would do so much more. An R1250R would be 20bhp down on power but the torque would be greater (and lower down in the revs) and a far better road bike over longer distances.

[@wl660]

It’s a great middle weight naked. Great for weekend fun blasts. It’s none of the things you listed…none of which I would use it for.

[@trailingarm63]

@@wl660 OK, but bear in mind it's a naked, so high speed is just going to be wind blast. Winter weather will be ferocious and in your face. You're travelling alone because few women are going to sit on that pillion perch. Can you justify 16k for a few hours of hooligan-style riding? Why not get a multistrada V2 or V4?

[@wl660]

@@trailingarm63 You need to realise the variety of riders out there. This bike is designed for a specific market - it’s clearly not for you. Get over it.

[@fyorbane]

@@trailingarm63 Because the Streetfighter is lighter, more responsive ,handles better, more sporty etc. Not everyone takes pillions and goes touring. My Tuono is for blasting around the fantastic roads we have here in France. A Multi just doesn't hold a candle to it through the corners. My wife rides so I don't need to take pillions. Everyone is different.

[@trailingarm63]

@@fyorbane Fair enough. It does look like a Tuono, my mate had one in the early 2000's. I had a Falco. Around London the Tuono was fine but we used to follow BSB around the UK and it was hard work for him on long rides. I used to lie on the Falco's tank and it was fine. Ever since then I've been a bit dismissive of super- nakeds. But if you're happy, you're happy.

[@bertgerits7940]

Dont like V2 love the V4s

[@SirMountainpass]

Not really a star on a serious mountain pass 😅✌️

[@Boxer1250RT]

Love your reviews, but you should stop that "intro" thing. It's super annoying. Most other KZbinrs have the same thing and I just scroll through without watching them.

[@UsernameKate]

Without that intro, I wouldn't be able to bring you guys videos 😊

[@wl660]

Sponsors page, and decent music. It’s what skip is for if you don’t like it.

[@richardbarton2709]

What a stupid name for a bike street fighter - maximum speed 20 or 30 mph.

[@fyorbane]

Eh? Not where I live.

[@dougiequick1]

I kinda get terms like "cruiser" and "naked sportbike" is fully descriptive and "supersport" given the race class designation and even "Cafe" and "retro" suggest something definative if somewhat WIDE in what they may include....but the dumberst sounding term that I EVER heard yet is "street fighter" WTH?? Seriously??? LOL I mean it caught on a bit but IMHO?? "street fighter" sheesh!!?? I mean WHO came up with that originally? Some magazine writer? What the HECK is it even trying to suggest?? Drag racing on the streets? Personally I think it is so lame sounding so unhelpful....but who am I to say....the ONLY reason I would use the term if it actually part of the model name and then only as ID ....otherwise? I REFUSE to support using the term! REBEL against such!!

[@MrG1969X]

Get yourself on a V4 I absolutely love mine,

[@UsernameKate]

I did this day 😁

[@fyorbane]

You need to try the Tuono V4. It has a load more shove at the bottom and midrange than the Duc which makes it better for the road.

[@razor2049]

​@@fyorbaneand sounds miles better

[@enadolgel5504]