5 things that Ducati Multistrada 1260 does better than BMW R 1250 GS

[@raypetrocelli595]

I ordered the Ducati Multistrada V4S and can't wait for delivery of it

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Lucky you! I hople you'll enjoy it a lot!

[@drmengawyong]

I was close to buying one in March bought a 1260s insurance companies wouldn’t insure glad I waited gen2/3 will have niggles sorted

[@TheWakul]

I still stick to GSA for two only reasons 1. 30liter tank - hell lots of milaege 2. Shaft drive - i hate to maintain chain

[@VToldsMotoShow]

That is a hell of a good choice, Tomasz!

[@talk2leo]

Yep! 👍

[@Podzzy]

Hopefully Regina Z-HPE will solve point 2.

[@kosheik]

Got the 30ltr tank also on the enduro 1260...chain maintaince.... I think you buy a chain driven bike for a reason

[@Bazza47]

In the real world on real roads I'll take the extra torque the GS offers thanks very much. At least the GS is unmistakable, the Multistrada looks too much like other manufacturers bikes to stand out IMO. The GS is more popular for a reason 😉

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Right, I think you've got valid points here.

[@vageliskoios1062]

hahaha ok...

[@mkwellness9700]

I sold my gsa 1200 tried 1250 gsa and enduro 1260 and bought 1260 enduro I love it ! It’s absolutely amazing already have 26000 kilometres and have 0 issues

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Wow, I'm wondering what you liked more on the 1260 than the new R1250GS. That would be truly interesting feedback.

[@Kattelsboer17]

I made a testride on the Multi V4. Perfect. Smooth and powerfull. But for now i stick by my Multi 1200 because the looks and the feeling of the V2 are better for the time being.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Interesting - what do you mean by the feel of the bike being better in the 1200?

[@johnbini1929]

Very nice comparison!!! Multistrada in on my list 🙂 and you confirmed my thoughts with your good point. Ciao from Rome Italy

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I'm glad I could be helpful. Cheers!

[@frankg4376]

I tested both for my self .... the GS is from the quality and from technical side the better one .... much better!!!

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Thanks for your feedback. Good to hear that you can confirm that.

[@vageliskoios1062]

nope

[@ronbailey8370]

They will both get you to the Artic circle. But the BMW will actually get you back home, from the Artic.

[@Richard1976]

Does bmw also need the every 30k desmo maintenance?

[@ivo7597]

Just bought my first GS and yes I'm over 40, and yes I like the looks of the MS. Would have both if that was an option

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I hope you'll enjoy your first GS. All the best with it - it's an awesome motorcycle!

[@kevinrobb86]

I had a GS and moved on to a 1600gtl but I am now looking at the Ducati and the Africa Twin DCT as my next bike but the Ducati is the best looking bike from most angles you look at it from of all adventure bikes

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Yeah, I believe that Italians know how to build beautiful machines. Now the GTL is a smooth-looking bike too and the sound of that 6-cylinder monster engine is awesome. Amazing piece of engineering on two wheels.

[@mazin_0_0]

How fun it's when driving or riding, which one?

[@talk2leo]

Interesting but mostly thank you for helping me settle in the GS. The horse power is a moot point as 99.5% of riders will NEVER put that horse power on the ground. Both bikes have more than enough power. As for the looks here in lies another problem for the MS. As an adventure bike they often get a little worse for wear if u r riding them properly. I’ll take the GS down single track whereas I’d be worried about the cosmetics if the MS and expensive repairs. Good luck with the girls. If that’s what u need definitely get the MS. I’m going riding and not 2 up. Both bikes r awesome. If yr review was Panegale v S1000RR u’d be spot on but fir adventure GS is King! 😁

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I believe it's true what you say about horsepower, especially at that level of power. Thanks for sharing this! One more thing that somebody mentioned and that is also correct is that parts and accessories can be so much pricey in the case of Ducati.

[@NorCalSaint]

Most people never take either bike on anything extreme with many never leaving the pavement.... GSA does seem to hold it's value better and for that reason I went with a used 1260 Enduro with only 6000 miles on it (saved 10k compared to original MSRP) - Mine will be primarily an upright sports touring bike

[@Carlnewman68]

GSA all day love the DUCATI LOOKS LIKE A everyday bike

[@dawidsiwakowski5833]

Od razu mi się rzucił Twoj akcent i biało-czerwone w intro 😃 Proszę odezwij się na priv czy coś

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Cho na Insta - tam przynajmniej widzę te DM'y: @thevtold.

[@Fernando90054]

I thank you for the sharpness of this analisys. This five points are true I can agree with this as a statement. Everything holds on the importance that one of each five points means to the rider. For me the best looking bike is always the one I own. So I don’t care if out there are other bikes more beautiful, they can be, but they aren’t mine. So, I don’t really know how beautiful they are, I only can say they seem to be beautiful and there I find a big difference in terms of significant meaning of the appreciation and value of the attribute it self. Next, the engine sound, it is attractive and it is something important. After some months riding it, becomes normal, not special...so, maybe we shouldn’t choose the bike only for its looks or engine sound. Another point is tech features and both bikes have their pros and cons, so it is meaningful depending on the use we give to the bike. For instance, if you do more off-road or on road riding, if you ride often at night or more during the day light hours, or if you ride more in urban environment or on more isolated roads. A lot of girls find Ducati multistrada beautiful but often they get confused about what it is and about where it comes from. With the GS every girl recognizes what it is because it is known as one of the most famous bikes around the world. Multistrada is cool...but only for cats😎. In my GS I feel comfortable to do 300 kms or more at night and I know that if I have a problem, BMW can assist me And send immediately help. With Ducati that is not going to happen. With the GS I find a lot of bikers to go on a tour. With the Ducati is likely I’ll ride alone most of the time. And last , I feel happy when I ride my GS. Would I feel happy too, riding a Ducati Multistrada? Could be. If I took it for a fast and wild ride, but not to own one.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Very nicely said and thank you for sharing that experience. This is a really good insight and interesting perspective considering owner's point of view. I fully relate to the statement that especially with motorcycles, many if not all things become much more emotional. It's enough to see how some owners or fan boys react to certain opinions of others. It's so emotional! Actually if it makes us happy with that we ride, then it's great. I'm glad you're enjoying your GS and it's a fantastic bike! Thanks once again for sharing with us!

[@alexbroom6885]

thank you for a nice video but i like your T-Shirt the most

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Thanks and I'm glad you like both. The T-Shirt was custom-made for me. That's a special one.

[@SouxVEVO]

7:14 im really sorry for anyone who is buying fancy shit to get attention from women

[@VToldsMotoShow]

That could be actually a looooot of men. And other women actually too!

[@lm0026]

Wow "V-TOLD"I'll subscribe for the videos and the cool name.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

My man! Thank you!

[@kjellbencsik4917]

I tired to be so mainstream.....:-) lets go for the Multistrada :-)

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Shouldn't be disappointed at all. Different but not a "worse" bike. In some ways it totally kicks ass. Take a look at the newest Multistrada V4. I've got a video coming about it too. A full review and comparison to S1000XR and GS. It looks really, really interesting. Best ground clearance in class and it's now the most powerful bike out there with a pretty large lead. It may smoke all other adventure bikes out there.

[@vicomtedelomagne]

I have had three Multistradas and now have a 1250GS. I will be selling the GS in the spring after less than a year. I cannot tolerate the engine [not exhaust] noise, the shitty quickshifter, poor fuel consumption [36mpg v >50 for the Multistrada] and the fact that at times it still feels like a barge. For me the choice is between the new KTM and the old 1260 Ducati.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Thanks for the insights. I'd expect a boxer to be better with saving fuel. Were you comparing it to Multistrada 1260?

[@bjorndecker3233]

My 1250 gets 43 MPG city and highway, and I ride aggressively 80-90 MPH highway and 4-6k rpm on backroads so I don’t know where your getting 30 MPG from I get about 46 MPG going the speed limit (65-70 mph) on highway

[@leighchapman935]

Yes, the Ducati has more power and torque and is excellent on road, but the GS is brilliant on road, touring and off-road and it’s shaft drive .. so a much better all-rounder. Ducati looks like an angry bird, no good off-road, lots of electrical problems, chain drive. If I wanted the power of the Ducati, then I would have bought a real sports or sports/tourer. Give me the GS HP all day, every day😃👍

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Thanks for input! I appreciate it.

[@vageliskoios1062]

Multistrada is a comfrotable sport bike you can make a big travel easily..GS is another style of bike..Maybe better all arounder but not so exciting like a multi

[@paulosilvestre4244]

And a Pikes Peak Review ? :)

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Haven't seen even one in my life. I wish I had and if any Ducati dealership will have one to test, I'll be there. But they likely won't as here they cost as much as two new cars. I'd expect them not to let anyone touch that ;)

[@elSlavo]

Jakość wykonania i małe usterki - rozkręcająca się Multi, problemy z odpalaniem Jakość i dostępność serwisu - także na niekorzyść Multi Koszt serwisu - znowu górą BMW Spalanie oleju w Multi Jeżeli rozpatrzymy w charakterze motocykla adv to chociażby koszt handbara, który u Bolończyka składa się z 3 elementów o łącznej wartości prawie 900zł To tak na szybko :)

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Też racja - np. o cenach akcesoriów nie wspominałem nawet w drugim video z przewagami GSów, ale to prawda! Przykład handbara jest idealny. Dzięki!

[@TheRaffaello191]

Mordo kochana, więcej Volvo S80 bo się stęskniłem za warszawskimi przejażdżkami.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Przyznaję, że ja też się stęskniłem. Możliwe, że w tym roku coś będę mógł skomponować coś z wrzeszczącymi V8. Dzięki!

[@peterpodgorski1977BOOM]

I have met 3 bmw dealers - didn't trust them at all, and I have met a lot of gs riders - almost all of them are snobs. Multistrada riders and Ducati dealers are more fun and better quality services than bmw. 10 :1 for Ducati versus bmw

[@Kornholeeoo]

I’m not a snob. But I have been in BMW dealerships where the salesmen were snobs and I was ready to buy that day. Just couldn’t give them my money. Bought a Harley but still wanted a GSA. 7 years later I walked into a BMW dealership and the whole crew were awesome and didn’t have a 3 grand markup on the bikes. Bought my Triple Black R1250GSA that day. I’ve been in Harley dealerships, Honda dealerships, Kawasaki dealerships and others where the staff were snobs. And met many snobs on various different bikes. It’s the person, not the bike. Everyone wants validation that they bought the right bike so they will naturally find friends with those who have a bike like theirs. It’s the same with trucks, Chevy, Ford, Dodge, Nissan, Toyota. I have a Harley and when I ride it, other Harley riders wave back. But when I’m on my BMW, lots of riders on Harleys won’t wave back at me.

[@GregG331]

If you want chicks jumping over you - buy a cute puppy!

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Good one!

[@drmengawyong]

Getting rid of my bmw s1000xr awesome engine and handling but the vibrations are unbearable I get numb fingers Bmw dealers service dept tell me it’s normal bollocks Bmw fess up and sort out I m leaving u dealers trying to sell me new car which still vibrates less at bars but between 65-75 and through seat Rode MS1260 and V4 prefer 1260 17 inch front steers so much better

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Sorry to hear about this issue. I know there were complaints about this. It seems fixed in the new S 1000 XR though. At least I haven't noticed any of that annoying vibrations myself now in the 2021 model. I hope this helps you.

[@drmengawyong]

@@VToldsMotoShow still there as I tried a 2021 X-ray

[@michaelermert3522]

GS is the best, forget the rest

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Even though it sounds funny but in many ways this may be true for most of riders.

[@tshlomi77]

Bmw is still better then the Ducati

[@VToldsMotoShow]

That's very much possible for many riders.

[@chrislecouteur2360]

600 pounds plus ever two years or 6000 miles to change the belt on muiltstrad ...... lol

[@michaelermert3522]

Very funny 😄

[@booshallmighty]

What about reliability?

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I think we may trust the legends here.

[@Neiljitsu]

Equal on reliability. Both shit.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I think I'd still give an edge to BMW here. I've literally never experienced any malfunction of any BMW bike that I've rode and it was well over 10 different motorcycles. With Ducatis a Diavel had an issue (chain), Multi was broken (fuel level and some pump), and during my first test ride on an even older Multi, a selesperson's Monster wouldn't want to start its engine for a couple of minutes. And I rode less than 10 Ducati bikes over the years, so statistically they are much less reliable even based on my own experiences with both brands. Legends are sometimes very true.

[@Neiljitsu]

@@VToldsMotoShow I've had 4 bmw's an 1150gs adv 2 1200gs and a s1000r. My 08 gs broke my heart, 4 fuel strips 1 fuel module, front steering bearing, rear wheel bearing, esa rear shock, tpms sensor and one time the circlip on the rear wheel popped off and the wheel moved putting the rear disc into the brake caliper and destroyed it. And a potentiometer.

[@leighchapman935]

@@Neiljitsu I’ve had 4 bmws .. 1 x K1200s, 2 x 1200 GS and I’m now on my third GS which is a 2020 R1250 GS HP and I’ve NEVER had any problems with any of them. I had more problems with Suzuki’s, Honda’s and Kawasaki’s.

[@marianpazdzioch7300]

Vitold, are you polish ?

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Yes