Ducati Multistrada 1260s - 55,000 miles owners review

[@petea1663]

Trevor thanks for this - I have a 2017 1200 PP and the mileage has crept over 20k which has niggled me slightly. Watching this video has put my mind at rest and I’ll happily be tripling that mileage now

[@gavd6726]

This has been a great series of videos Trevor. It's what current and also prospective owners really need-real world ownership experience. Hope the bike carries on being good for you. Ride safe! 🤝🏼

[@MouldyPIX]

Thanks Gav, I see a lot of other videos for other bikes, GS, KTM SAS etc, but not the Multi! I’ll keep going until someone else takes over the reins! 👌👌

[@Tropl71]

Hi Trevor, this is my first KZbin comment, but I just wanted to say that your videos really helped me in deciding to buy a second hand 1260S. I've had it for 2 weeks now and I'm loving it. Keep up the good work and thank you for sharing your experiences. Regarding oil: I've had very good experience with Motul 300V in my race bike (Aprilia RSV4).

[@MouldyPIX]

That’s great to hear and thank you so much for your feedback - it makes all the time/effort well worthwhile putting together these videos. Welcome my fellow Ducatista! 👌👌

[@pbsrides]

Great job! 18k on mine and just did the desmo. Mine has not burned oil. Totally agree on 42 teeth rear-transformed the bike! Love my Sargent seat which I have on my GS too. Strongly consider the Dunlop Roadsmart tires. I love them. Less money, longer life awesome handling. I have new mich 6 on a ‘15 Triumph Trophy and they’re fine, but still prefer the Dunlop. Thanks very much for your video!

[@MouldyPIX]

Yeah I’ve heard really good things about the Roadsmarts, might give them a go next time around..👌

[@alexleier]

Hi. 73.000km on mine. Mts 1200 enduro. I travel on it around Europe once a year and then use it on weekends. Not as a commuter. I am satisfied with it and it keeps running really smooth. It actually uses less oil the more km it has. Only problem that I had which is not mentioned by others is that moisture under the seat caused the wiring plug under the pillion seat to melt and the bike to stop. I found it myself as i was traveling at the moment. I attached the cables each on its own without the plug and bike worked fine ever since. Just came back from the trip so it will go to the dealer to get it fixed properly.

[@MouldyPIX]

Thanks for sharing your experiences Alex. I’ve not heard of the the issue with the wiring under the pillion…I’ll keep an eye on mine in future..👌

[@andyscott168]

Always great Trevor to hear your ducati is going well. I hope that I can get as much use and mileage out of mine. Its due its first desmo service next year so going to see if I can take out a new mortgage to pay for it. Love the videos and look forward to next one. Take care Andy

[@MouldyPIX]

Cheers Andy 👍👍🙏

[@drmengawyong]

Welcome back still got my 1260s 2018 my mate swapped for v4s but I m sticking with my 17 in front. Quickshifter fuel sender faults horn is sticking how much was the replacement sprockets were changed but stock chain is poor road 6 great in wet and cold, put evo tech crash protectors out iconic winglets which reduce a bit of wind not v4 has them built in

[@rs8197-dms]

Hi Trevor, in small part due to your reviews of this bike I actually bought one last week. 2018 1260S. I've driven it around a bit already, and I must say it is an enchanting bike. There are some aspects to my '13 1200S that I prefer, but overall I think that for the majority of bikers this would be the preferred one. I hope I have as many enjoyable miles on mine as you have on yours.

[@MouldyPIX]

That’s great to hear Clive! I didn’t own a 1200 DVT, so I’d be keen to hear from you about what you preferred on the 1200 over the 1260…

[@rs8197-dms]

@@MouldyPIX I spent a lot of time on the fuel maps of my 1200, so one of the things I really enjoy is very good torque from 1500 rpm (including the ability to increase revs under load at 1500) - this makes pulling away very effective, I have probably twice (or more?) torque (at 1500) on the 1200 than on the 1260. Also, the behavior of the engine all the way to about 3000 rpm is quite a bit better than the 1260 - but I suspect that if I could edit the fuel map of the 1260 I could probably correct this. Unfortunately I can't seem to source an ecu programmer for the 1260 that won't cost the earth. Another thing is the handling of the bike - it is more neutral than the 1260. With fast direction changes, you have to put some effort into the 1260 to get it to swing across, with the 1200 it is completely effortless. (this one is probably the biggest plus of the 1200) The seating position on the 1200 is different - the bike is a bit taller, and it is completely natural to sit right at the back of the driver's seat. With the 1260 there seems to be a bit of a slope, and I find myself sometimes sliding forward towards the tank. That doesn't happen with the 1200 The original windscreen on the 1200 wasn't great, but after adding a deflector screen it is near perfect. This is an unfair comparison, because my 1260 still has only the original screen - I believe I am going to have to add a deflector screen, I noticed on the last ride that I had several insects on my visor, with the 1200 I almost never get insects. However I must add that the 1260 original screen is a lot better than the original on the 1200. Another unfair comparison - I have shorty levers on the 1200 which are magnificent. The 1260 still has stock, I am going to have to change them The mirrors on the 1200 are a lot better than the 1260. They adjust easily and accurately - the 1260 is a bit weird. Seat replacement / refitting. On the 1200 the seat is really easy to fit, perhaps I will get used to it but I found fitting the seat on the 1260 quite tricky. Just to be fair, here are the pros for the 1260. Brakes. The front brake on the 1260 is really very good. The 1200 is fine, but the 1260 is noticeably better. Engine at revs. the 1260 is more free-revving than the 1200, and that is very enjoyable. Slow speed balance. The 1260 is very good. I can stop at an intersection, and then put my foot down - and I can do that nearly every time. The 1200 is not as good - you have to focus at slow speed. Cruise control. The cruise control on the 1260 is better than the 1200. Really good. Fuel consumption. I can get 5L/100km fairly easily on the 1260, with the 1200 I would get 6 driving the same way. Vibration. Although I have managed to eliminate most of the vibration on the 1200 by adjusting the fuel map, from about 175 kph and up I still have vibration. The 1260 is better. Gearbox. The gearbox on the 1200 is very good. On the 1260 it is near perfect. Lights. The headlight on the 1260 is superior to the 1200 switches. The switch layout and action on the 1260 is much better than the 1200 Throttle. The throttle is slightly lighter on the 1260, and that is a good thing. Suspension. Although nominally they both have skyhook, the suspension on the 1260 is noticeably better. Actually very good. Display. Obviously the TFT display on the 1260 is better than the LCD display on the 1200 Settings. The 1260 has more setup options than the 1200, and some of them are really useful. Going through the comparison, it is clear that the majority of the advantages of the 1200 are due to mods I have made. If I regress the bike back to standard, there are far fewer advantages and many disadvantages.

[@MouldyPIX]

@@rs8197-dms great insight, thanks for that. One of the major changes they made with the 1260 was to lengthen the swing arm (by 50mm I think!) and also slightly alter the rake. Both changes are to increase higher speed stability. But the trade off is to make it slightly less flickable.

[@petefletcher5380]

5-6,000 miles did I hear you say, 😂I've just changed the tyres on my V85TT at 16,500 miles. I was looking at changing it for the Multistrada V2 S but not so sure now. (And yes I know it has the smaller engine.) Anyway, nice update on the bike and glad to see someone else putting serious mileages on their bikes before changing them.

[@chorseundgrd]

Power eats tires. I get 3000 miles on street tires on my S1KRR. When you buy a bike with that much power, tires and maintenance are just part of the experience. Definitely something to consider.

[@MouldyPIX]

I’ve just ordered a set of Michelin Power 6’s for the summer! 3,000 miles max?! 🤣

[@NorCalSaint]

Just picked up a 2020 1260 Enduro with only 6300 miles on her... Glad to see I should have many trouble free miles in front of me! Thanks for the vid

[@davidsandilands1285]

Good to see an update on your MTS. Mine has been reliable but I now have a engine management light on, awaiting for a replacement front lambda sensor (heater failure error) to arrive and be fitted (31k miles ). Stripped and cleaned rear hub assembly as it started to get a little tight, no corrosion found). Other than brakes, chains and sprockets, all good 🤞

[@MouldyPIX]

Good to hear that all’s good with your bike David. I too had a Lambda sensor fail (about a year ago), bike still ran fine until I got it replaced. I’m assuming that yours is still rideable too?

[@davidsandilands1285]

@@MouldyPIX , yes totally rideable and confirmed by my Ducati specialist, apparently if the sensor fails totally the brain uses the other cylinders sensor. No side effects but want to clear management light asap.

[@YarraMates]

75,000 km on mine. Last desmo severice at 70k all valves were still in spec. With proper maintenance this is not a scary bike to own into high miles.

[@MouldyPIX]

Great to hear…these engines are so well designed, I reckon they’re good for 200,000 miles! As you say, they need to be properly maintained with a bit of TLC thrown in for good measure!

[@brianfoo8693]

Hi Mate, about to clock 60000k next week on a 3000 k tour to Queensland. The bike hasn’t missed a beat, Desmo service is booked in for when I get back . Love this machine. Will be keeping it for a bit, not sure what is next.

[@MouldyPIX]

Great to hear Brian.. next target for me is 100,000 miles! 😉

[@mxriderwd]

Thanks for doing these videos!

[@PeteSobye]

Hi Trevor. Thanks for the update. Interesting about the EBC bits and Putoline Oil. Was planning to do some videos of my 45k miles 1260s, as I mentioned to you before, but a lack of suitable camera postponed that. Will get it sorted! Thanks again for the videos.

[@MouldyPIX]

Hi Pete, thanks for the comments. If you manage to get your camera sorted then I would be your first subscriber! I’m very keen to hear from other high mileage owners too!

[@PeteSobye]

@@MouldyPIX channel has been created. I have called it Duc of Cornwall.

[@musamusa2961]

Thank God I will buy one for myself

[@mybikegarage1040]

Fork seals will not leak from not changing the fork oil but you will wear out the bushings inside the fork tubes. The seals do not eliminate microscopic dirt from being sucked into the forks. Fork oil will allow tiny dirt particles to accumulate on the tubes and due to fork stroking the micro dirt gets sucked in past the seals and dust caps. After 35K miles if you open the fork after removing the fork slider you will see actual black mud. On inverted forks, its even worse because that mud sits on the bushings and seals and not at the base of a slider.

[@MouldyPIX]

Very intuitive…thanks. 👌

[@innertube39]

Hey Trevor. I have a 17 plate 1200s on 35000. Coming up for 2nd desmo. I had my forks fully serviced by Ftr suspension. Cracking job. I think my clutch plates may need replacing at next service, also front disc is making a noise when wheeling the bike around 😔

[@krishnack79]

Hi Trevor, I had viewed these series of videos before buying my 1260 pikes peak, super helpful info. Question on the tyre choice - i currently have pirelli scoropion trail tyres but the rear its on its last legs. I heard you mention that you were about to put Mich Road 6 on your multi - would you recommend them? I mostly do dry riding , sometimes some spirited riding on the b roads, but do want the tyre to perform if I run into rain etc .. - would love to hear your thoughts

[@MouldyPIX]

I’ve run Michelin Road 5 & 6’s on the bike ever since I bought it. The Pirelli Scorpions were awful (IMO!), so I would have no hesitation recommending the Road 6’s or Road 6 GT’s. However I’m just about to post up a short video on the Michelin Power 6’s which I fitted recently - now done 500 miles of dry running and I absolutely love them. Very different to the Road 6’s which is a bit of a surprise. Keep watching, I’ll try to post up in the next few days to explain why! 👌👌

[@christaylor5924]

Does changing sprockets size not throw the speedo out Trevor? Great videos thanks so much for doing them. Thinking about getting a multi.

[@MouldyPIX]

Hi Chris, no the Speedo remains accurate however you do need to run “tyre recalibration” function within the TFT menu. This is mainly to teach the quick shift that the ratios have changed. Simple enough to do, just follow the on screen instructions - which basically asks you to travel at a speedy 24mph in 2nd gear until it’s successfully calibrated.

[@faxxe71]

Great video.very informative.btw what means HT leads? I had a crack in the rubber tube to upper MAP sensor. Caused also misfire. Not easy to find but a cheap error. I drive a 1200DVT from 2015. 60000km.. regards from Austria

[@MouldyPIX]

Hi, the HT (high tension) leads are the cables from the coil-pack to the spark plug. The front cylinder lead is exposed to the weather much more so than the vertical cylinder and is prone to corrosion and cracking. I’ve had to replace the front HT lead twice now.

[@faxxe71]

@@MouldyPIX thanks for your information. I got a bad misfire at very high revs +8k. Now i ordered all 4 HT leads. In your case it was always the main cable on the front cylinder? Could you visually see any problems on this cable? Thank you and regards

[@davidsandilands1285]

Tip black plastic handle bar guards / side cases. Halfords black plastic bumper spray paint is a good match

[@AC-id6rf]

I’m on 46,000 miles on a 2012 1200S. Ohlins front seals were weeping when I bought it at at 17,000 3 years ago so had them replaced before I took delivery. Battery at 27,000 Brake pads at 32,000 The crimped connectors on the relays needed attention at 40,000. A valve in the exhaust started sticking at 45,000. Mine lives in central London tied to a lamppost with a big chain and a cover. I get it serviced once a year, wash it twice a year, and ride it nearly every weekend. Ive looked to change it - but nothing is as exciting to ride - and the low trade in and higher insurance for newer bikes just makes it non sensical to update. I’ll probably keep riding it till a bill comes up which is worth more than the bike. Then sell it for bits on eBay. Have no clue what I could replace it with. The GS is capable but dull. The XR is great but not as wild as a Ducati. The KTM GT is awesome but not as reliable. So it will probably be another secondhand Multistrada in another year or three.😊

[@MouldyPIX]

Love it! 🤣🤣. Used, abused (slightly!), but much loved!! My brother has an XR and we’ve tested the performance between the two bikes side-by-side and they’re almost identical, with the roll-on tests he’s usually a gear lower than me as the XR needs to be thrashed to access its real performance. However they deliver the power completely differently! I’ve been meaning to do a comparison video between our bikes, your comment might just have given me the nudge I needed…👌

[@AC-id6rf]

@@MouldyPIX nice one. There are a couple of XRs in our group. Lovely capable bikes. Both the old one and the new model. The XR has arguably better brakes than the Ducati, arguably a little easier to ride in town (i4s have better stop start manners in traffic) but nothing provides the thrill of that big V twin. (Sorry L twin if you are a Ducati nut.) 🤣

[@drmengawyong]

Had X-r mine was terribly viby 2021 model better not perfect prefer 1260 the X-r makes for a loon bike

[@AC-id6rf]

@@drmengawyong I’ve heard that. Mind you is a v twin 🤣

[@paulbuckingham7986]

Hi Trevor, thank you so much for the super informative videos, I’m finding them incredibly useful. Quick question please, do you find your Garmin XT nice and stable using the PP Screen Spacer accessory bar? I’m looking to fit my new XT to my 1260s and I think your solution looks the best I’ve seen. Keep up the good work mate, thank you.

[@MouldyPIX]

Thanks so much Paul. Sorry for the delay in responding I’ve had the dreaded COVID for the past 10 days. Short answer is yes it’s very stable and doesn’t shake or wobble, even at higher speeds! 🤣. I’ve gotten so used to having the XT and iPhone next to each other that it’s become second nature when referencing them. I use the iPhone with Waze loaded to get real-time “police alert” warnings, but mainly to see close up details of the road/bend profile on unfamiliar roads.

[@paulbuckingham7986]

@@MouldyPIX Thank you very much indeed Trevor for updating me, hope you weren’t too bad from the dreaded Covid and have made a full recovery. I’ve now placed an order for the PP spacer kit with the accessory bar so looking forward to some decent weather to get it fitted and back out on the bike. Thanks once again Trevor.

[@starnetman2001]

Thanks for the Video. May I ask where you are getting those hand guards and also the mirrors look nice, what type are they. Thank you.

[@MouldyPIX]

The hand guards are standard OEM…. However the mirrors are Rizoma.

[@theoldgraywindpassertest]

​@@MouldyPIXthanks Trevor.i get my 1260s today 😊

[@MouldyPIX]

@@theoldgraywindpassertest awesome..welcome to the club! 👌

[@selwyntenny6114]

Loving the pro Ukraine stickers in the photo inserts pal 😁

[@MouldyPIX]

Well spotted…😉🇺🇦🇺🇦

[@JakeStrada]

You should get the EP Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Hand Guard Protectors

[@MouldyPIX]

Agreed, been looking at those and the Barkbusters…👌

[@andywozza2079]

Hi Trevor another great video, just got a 1260 multistrada 2021 with less than 2000 miles on it, can you please tell me what mirrors you have fitted as standard are rubbish, I'm getting the seat sorted soon and working on the screen, would appreciate any help thanks and keep up the great work 👍

[@MouldyPIX]

Hi Andy, firstly good choice on the bike! 😉. The mirrors are Rizoma Veloce Naked, with the Rizoma BS736 adapter.

[@andywozza2079]

@@MouldyPIX thanks for replying 👍 keep up the great work 👍

[@joynesy5957]

Hi Trevor, had 2 multi's in UK (1100DS + MTS 1200GT) both great bikes with big miles on then moved to Spain and bought 1260S 2018. Have 38K on it so far Portugal, Morocco etc and it does everything well...perhaps a bit of oil and chain tightening occasionally but otherwise not missed a beat. Problem comes, looking round Ducati dealership in Alicante, they also service for me , spotted new V4S and it all starts...shall I or shan't I. Bikes here seem to hold value more than UK so that helps BUT why have Ducati changed to create a more off road bike with the V4S. It's enormous for a short arse like me. Low seat plus lowering kit cost big so I might just keep the 1260S which does it all. What do you think....the V4S is enticing though!!

[@MouldyPIX]

Hope you’re enjoying Spain! I’ve just come back from a trip earlier this month on my 1260s to the Catalonia/Aragon area. Loved it! First time for me in that area. I did the Picos down to Faro and up the Portugal N2 route last year and visiting again down to Sierra Nevada area in September this year. The Multi is so capable in the mountains, never missed a beat and perfect bike for me. I keep looking at the V4S, but if you’ve owned a twin then the V4 just feels like it’s missing a bit of soul, if you know what I mean. From a performance point of view I rode with a chap in the Vosges mountains last spring and the two bikes were identical in performance and handling…and he could ride!

[@maxchristmas6138]

Hi Trevor great update as ever 👌 What's your preferred chain n sprocket set up? I'm about to change and wondered what you'd recommend configuration was and which manufacturer? Thanks 👍

[@MouldyPIX]

Hey Max, good to hear from you again. I mentioned in one of my earlier videos that I’ve switched from the OEM setup of 15t/40t to a 15t/42t configuration. The 42t rear sprocket makes a lot of difference in the low speed riding around 30mph. Previously, with the 40t, the bike was hunting between 2nd and 3rd gear. Now with the 42t the bike is very comfortable at 25mph in 3rd! Also the 42t pulls noticeably harder, but you obviously lose a bit at the top end. It doesn’t really affect me as I’m not a balls out speed demon! Hope that helps..

[@kellyjohna]

I had a 2015 Aprilia Caponord and I loved it but had a problem with lead foot (rt hand) disease and decided to trade it in for a 2015 Norton 961. The Norton although a beautiful and created alot of dialog, power and fun factor wasn't even close to the Aprilia. But I've been looking hard at those 1260 Ducati's because the price has come down "round these parts" and I've seen some good deals. I ride a 2009 BMW GS 1200 right now and like it fine except that it's got no cruise control. I'm an official senior citizen now with all the benefits, get the senior menu at the pancake house. The only drawback to the Duc to me is the chain. I rode Japanese super bikes for several decades with chain and no cruise control and never thought once about it. Then I got my 2013 BMW R 1200RT and got "spoil t". Yes the Aprilia had a chain but I only rode it about 3k and then sold it so I didn't have to mess with it. I would probably also have to get a lighter color on the 1260 so as not to draw so much attention. The Aprilia was fire engine red.

[@MouldyPIX]

Hey Kelly, thanks for the comment. I regularly ride with a friend that also had an Aprilla Caponord! Through the twisties he’s very different to shake off my tail.!! Chain maintenance isn’t too much to much of a chore, so do t let it put off the Multi as its an awesome bike and lubing the chain is a small price to pay!

[@drmengawyong]

It’s not just duke services that r expensive My mate has been quoted £900 (13k miles) for an intermediate service on his Kwacka z1000sx

[@paulmorgan7948]

Hi Trevor, great to see the mileage still creeping up with no major issues. Love my 1200 Pikes Peak. Where do you purchase your replacement hand-guards from if you don’t mind sharing?

[@MouldyPIX]

Thanks Paul, I love the PP’s awesome looking bikes..👍. I buy all of my spare parts via www.bike-parts-ducati.com It’s basically the parts department of a UK Ducati main dealer I believe - excellent service..👍

[@virajvrooms]

Hi Trevor, Have been following your channel for quite some time now. Superb genuine videos. I am in process of buying either a used 1260s or a 950s. Back in 2019, when I rode both bikes in Bologna, I felt that the 1260s wasn't very refined as compared to the 950s. The dashboard vibrated a lot, and the gearshifts were clunky. But the 950s was silky-smooth. I am not able to find someone who can guide me. Going for the 1260s will save me some money 🙂 for obvious reasons. Would appreciate it if you could please share your feedback. Thank you.

[@MouldyPIX]

Hi Viraj, thanks for the comments. To be honest I’ve never ridden a 950s..and I don’t know anyone with one. Hard to believe I know! There’s a great, 2 part, review on the Bike World channel by John on the 1260GT, but he also had the 950s as a long term bike before he rode the 1260GT. It’s an excellent series of videos (but you need to go back a year or 2 on their channel to find them!) and will hopefully give you a good comparison between the two. Good luck!

[@virajvrooms]

@@MouldyPIX Thanks Trevor. I will get back to you if I need more guidance. 🙂

[@sdsufan001]

I feel the same way about my 2019 PikesPeak 1260. The bike is a keeper and I never plan on selling it. Are you running a Sargent seat? Thanks.

[@MouldyPIX]

The PP is a awesome machine. Out of interest do you alter the suspension much depending on the type ride? This is the one (maybe only!) benefit of the 1260s with the SkyHook suspension…. No I don’t have the Sargent seat, mine is a Touratech.

[@MouldyPIX]

Mine has a Touratech seat..👌

[@blackiesmisadventures3413]

Hi, have you ever had to replace the gear indicator sensor switch ? I had my second changed 4/2/23 this must be a common fault. Fantastic bikes though!

[@MouldyPIX]

Interesting, I haven’t heard of that issue. Mines been fine! And I’ve just come back from a trip to Valencia in Spain so the bike now has 61,000 on her..👌

[@nozzer6686]

Hi Trevor, enjoy your updates, that’s a good mileage, not seen any other 1260’s with that mileage! My 1260 has just had it’s fist Desmo at 18,000 miles and running great, I’m looking to run mine till it goes pop and then hope for an engine build if possible, love the bike, fits me perfectly, it does use about 250ml of oil per 1000 miles? How much oil does yours use? Do you ride through the UK winter and on gritted roads? I’m thinking of using mine through the winter to see how it holds up? Thanks for the info, cheers

[@MouldyPIX]

Hey Nozzer!, thanks for the comments. Yeah oil consumption is about the same, so nothing to worry about! I ride my bike all year round, but most of the miles go on from Mar/April onwards through to late October when I to ACF it! I tend to do a trip to Luxembourg/Germany/Ardennes each year just to round the touring season off! All details are on my Insta - @MouldyPIX

[@nozzer6686]

@@MouldyPIX thanks for the reply. 200,000 miles plus on the engine would be awesome, I would be happy with 100k plus, anyway looks like you are leading the way so let’s see how far these great bikes run, cheers

[@oskarformula9234]

Respect! I also ride with this engine, but in Diavel. And it was a huge relief when you told that oil consumption is normal for this engine (I had few sleepless nights before that). I have a question about engine temperature in winter, I have about 60-70°C, and I think it's to low, what do you think about this? What is the temperature in your Multi?

[@MouldyPIX]

Hi Oskar, I think your engine temps are nothing to worry about. During winter I regularly see my temps sitting around 67c-74c. Enjoy your Diavel, it’s a fab machine 👌👌👌

[@oskarformula9234]

@@MouldyPIX thanks!

[@telemark140]

what about handelbar vibration please, i have a hand problem with vibration

[@MouldyPIX]

Maybe add some heavier duty bar ends? Personally I haven’t had any issues with handlebar vibrations.

[@Budget-Cars-And-Bikes]

Hi Trevor - I am about to buy a 38k 1260 so will be reviewing it on my channel if the deals goes ahead, will be great to have you there to ask questions if needed 😁Check out my 1200s videos on the channel if of any interest to you.

[@MouldyPIX]

Sure thing, just let me know when the video is live..👌👌

[@Budget-Cars-And-Bikes]

@@MouldyPIX The 1200 DVT Multistrada videos are live on my channel right now, but I will be doing new videos for the 1260 pretty soon too 😉

[@jenson74951]

Hi great watching your videos, I've got a 1260 touring, I'd like to ask you if you find the tourarech seat comfortable..??as comfort is my only issue with this brilliant bike.. thanks Gary

[@MouldyPIX]

Thanks Gary. The Touratech seat takes a bit of perseverance and time to break it in. Once it has moulded to your back side then, yes, it’s very comfortable!

[@asimms4101]

Hi Mate just wanted to ask my 1260 enduro is poor in town does the rear sprocket change make a difference?

[@MouldyPIX]

I’m not sure what the sprocket set up is on rye Enduro, but the standard 1260s is 15/40, I added two to the rear (42 teeth) and it made all the difference. 👌

[@Johnhere]

Hi. I stumbled across this video on account of my research into the 1260s. I am, as I write this, awaiting for my second hand 1260s to be prepared for handover by Ducati. This will be my third Multistrada. I had a 1200s, a standard 950 (which I didn't like) and now a 1260s. The 1260s will now, probably, be my last motorcycle and a keeper. Regards tyres, I really rate the Scorpion Trial that they come with. My new bike is coming with Road 5s already on so it will be interesting to see the differences. My question (and I'm not sure if you're able to compare) but you mentioned your friend has the 1200. I remember that bike well. I am told the 1260's torque has been reconfigured over the 1200 to come in much lower down the rev range. In your experience, is there a noticeable difference between the two in this regard?

[@MouldyPIX]

Hi John, thanks for getting in touch…and welcome back to the Multistrada family! 😉. From a number of dyno readouts that I’ve seen the 1260 engine has slightly more torque than the 1200 and also has a slightly stronger torque curve from 5000rpm. A close friend, who has a 2017 1200s, rode my bike and he commented that the 1260 has a stronger mid-range compared to his. It seems that there’s a slight flat-spot in the mid/lower rpm torque curve on the 1200. But I would be interested in hearing your opinions once you get your 1260. As far as the tyres are concerned I think you’ll find you’ll be very happy with the Road 5’s…! 😉

[@Snowhite808]

Hi. Take the whole bike suspension to K-tech or similar specialized shop and have them at least change the suspension oil properly every 25-35k miles and the suspenders will live "forever". Point being, it does get worn, contaminated and if the oil gets old enough and there is fair amount of wear inside suspension, it gets suddenly a lot worse. And You are accustomed to what ever state the syspension is by now.

[@MouldyPIX]

My Fork seals needed replacing recently so I took the opportunity to overhaul the front suspension. All is good..👌 However I still haven’t had to, or needed, to do anything with the rear shock…

[@tgimul]

Do you have issue with the clutch slave ?

[@MouldyPIX]

No problems at all…👌

[@dogrange]

Can you remind us what screen setup you ended up with? 7k miles on mine and still looking to minimize buffeting

[@MouldyPIX]

No probs. I’ve added a Palmer Products screen mount adapter then a Puig Sports screen. If you look back through my videos I’ve got a specific video which goes into a lot more detail!

[@MouldyPIX]

Here you go:- kzbin.info/www/bejne/qH-0aYKfaNyGZpI

[@edsonroadmoto]

Have you had any issues with the gearbox? Ive lost 4th gear with less than 7k miles on my 2019.

[@MouldyPIX]

Sorry to hear that Chad, I’ve had no issues at all with the gearbox itself, however I had to have the quickshifter replaced under warranty.

[@PaulWilliams-ex5bo]

Trevor, please, a recommendation for the seat?

[@MouldyPIX]

I preserved with the Touratech.

[@PaulWilliams-ex5bo]

@@MouldyPIX good to hear. I bought my used 2019 1260S with 4000mls a few months ago. Almost immediately went on a tour through France to the South Coast of Spain. 3500mls. My backside took some punishment. Strangley though it seems to have now moulded to my posterior and seems comfortable. The test will be my next tour.

[@MouldyPIX]

@@PaulWilliams-ex5bo I think that’s the answer. It is initially a hard seat, but as you say once it’s moulded to your shaped backside then it becomes much more comfortable. I can usually go 2.5 hours now in the saddle before I have to stop. Also keen to here a bit more about your trip through to Southern Spain. I went earlier this year and thought it was awesome. Started from Santander through Picos down to Salamanca, Seville, across into Portugal and then up the N2 road to Chaves and then through the Asturias region back to Santander. So good that I’m going back next April again! Albeit experimenting with some new roads curtesy if some advice from Simon Weir!

[@davidsandilands1285]

@@MouldyPIX totally agree

[@PaulWilliams-ex5bo]

@@MouldyPIX Hi, this was an trip to a friends in Mijas, Spain. Nothing planned. We'd ride and then when got tired decide how much more we wanted to do then get on to Trivago and book a hotel within that time scale of riding. I can't remember exact roads but boy did I have some fun riding through the Pyranees. Couple of places of note. Pau in France. Nightlife and food marvelous and Siguënza in Spain. Stayed at the El Mirador de Alcuneza. From the outside it looks like something from the wild west. As I didn't have time to sort a din to usd for the dash I had to charge my phone under the seat. Problem was I kept riding off with key still on the lock. Once it dropped out and luckily found it undamaged in the gutter. Put a lanyard on it after that but hey ho what did I do stretch to reach my helmet whilst key was to in pannier and it snapped in it. 🙄 luckily there was enough left to turn and remove the key with nail clippers for the rest of the trip.

[@msc59]

Hi Trevor, can you tell me what the rear rack is on your bike

[@MouldyPIX]

Hi Mark, I’ve got a Nelson-Rigg tail bag, which stops to the stock/standard GIVI/Ducati top box mount. It’s a fab tail bag and doesn’t fade at all when exposed to direct sunlight. Had it 2 years now and stills looks the same as new!

[@ThorVeras]

Hi Trevor, how tall are you ? Thanks !

[@MouldyPIX]

I’m 6ft (1.83m) exactly.

[@ThorVeras]

@@MouldyPIX Thanks Trevor ! Im looking to get one second hand, i have 1,89m was worried about that would not be comfortable on travels.

[@Carlnewman68]

Bloody hell that’s so impressive, re your miles wow , thought I was doing well with 6k from new , Bmw rider , sorry about that . 55k omg wow . Carl from Nottingham

[@MouldyPIX]

My brother has an BMW XR which I ride quiet regularly so no need to apologise! It’s a great machine, but totally different to the Multi..!

[@lalispeedsparse4350]

Why doesmo service is so freaking expensive. At lease Here where I live that is needed and make the ownership very Expensive .

[@MouldyPIX]

….when you find out…let me know would you! 😀🥴

[@drmengawyong]

TRW r great brake pads, Athena fork seals all much cheaper than OEM

[@MouldyPIX]

I’ll bear that in mind next time they need changing…👌