Ducati Multistrada V2 Honest Review

[@Mac_okee]

Seems that riders can be really different. For me the V2 has the best seat that I ever had, no problems after hours of riding. Also the handlebar is perfect the way it is. One of the most beautiful bikes on the market which makes a lot of fun to ride. So beautiful that my wife said after a few weeks: „From now on this is MY bike!“ Ok, one argument more to buy the V4 for her husband 😀

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Now that's an almost perfect situation then ;). Doesn't happen always that a wife becomes so much into it. Lucky you! :)

[@ShutterRev]

@@VToldsMotoShow my wife and I both have the Multi 950 (non s) bought slightly used so great price, as our road touring bikes. We have done tours on them up to 8 days in length, the multistrada 950 (predecessor to the probably even better v2) have been very reliable, as reliable as the gs800 and gs650 we had previously, which is a pretty high statement if you have put a lot of miles on those smaller gs. Multistrada 950 truly have been worry free, fantastic motorcycles, even though used and not the top model. For the modes, Ducati really got it right because you can customize each mode with quite a bit of detail and it saves. On my BMW I just had modes to pick, or annoying process to cancel abs if off road etc. for the off road mode on the multistrada you need the traction control all the way down or it really fights you, but you only need to set it once and it is saved! I have ridden for quite a few years now, previously had track bikes and naked bikes, but have always prefer

[@v992_]

Mine has named it Baby, and yes she too said it's HERS bike now! 🤣😂 I agree for all above!

[@grizzlystr3445]

I too have owned one for a year & it does everything I want, touring, scratching or just plodding. It’s main benefit for me is the weight compared to my previous bike, a r1200gs. It feels lightweight & flickable & does everything the BMW did. Compared to it’s rivals in the class it is well equipped & why I bought one. A fair review 😎👍

[@VToldsMotoShow]

It's a segment below R1200/1250GS, so like most of its competitors it might feel lighter in some instances. Not always when on the road though. Suspension adjustments are truly, truly the TOP. It may be one of the best suspension systems out there period. I'm going to be able to confirm or not that opinion soon this year. Very capable bike!

[@aecs.constn]

I am in a similar situation now on getting a v2 Multistrada or a GS 1300. Pms wise, is the ducati is cheaper to own?

[@ajy1w479]

I have an earlier 2018 950 set up for Enduro with 20k miles it the best motorcycle I have owed for use and fun. I off-road a lot with it and it's fantastic. For trail riding, not a dirt bike. It is very comfortable except for the heat it throws on hot days. Long rides are very comfortable. I can spend all day in the saddle with our problem. The maintenance cost is an $$$. Other than that it's awesome bike. I also love GS 1250, but eyeing the 1300

[@dpinedoblog]

Such a beauty. My brother has owned a few Ducatis and this 950/V2 the most.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Yeah, I also think that it looks quite fine, especially in terms of proportions and a side line.

[@virajvrooms]

6:31 This happened with the 1260s as well, and I felt it might be the refinement levels of a dated bike. I stand corrected now. It's time to introduce a Multistrada 600-700. Multi V2 is too close to the V4, which is a gas-guzzling monster.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

That shaking is something but the screen itself is very similar and this as well may be the reason of such a crazy behavior of the whole display unit.

[@thaerwazani]

How does it compare to 2024 africa twin adventure sport? Which one would you get?

[@francescosamoggia5752]

I have owned one for the last 12 months and cant complain, like the maker of this video does. There is a solution to your issues, very easy: dont buy it. While I ll keep riding it and happy to do it.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Ah, OK. Good you can't complain (just wondering what you cannot complain about). Riding and enjoying is the whole point, so I guess it's all good there.

[@mac001texas]

Man shut up, these critical reviews are very valuable information. It's funny you think critical opinions of something you personally ride are simply "complaining."

[@davidhobson7851]

I’ve had 2x1200s, r1250GS and V2S and have recently changed to the BMW S1000XR. As a short person, the low chassis BMW is smaller, lighter, handles better and is significantly faster….. no regrets here

[@Maximus77s]

So, I actually test drive it about 2 years ago and decided to get one (the amazing gray) but thanks to shortage in supplies (10 months waiting list!) I went and got me the Africa twin instead, by doing that I actually saved some money and can't say I am looking back since that day. Now, As one that follows your reviews repeatedly I would be more than grateful if by the end of your reviews you may mention the parallel competitors of the bike (as you see them of course), Since we are living in very confusing times in which a category of a bike is a fluid thing. that may help a potential buyer to understand who are the bikes he should check up before the first payment. In the case of the V2- Maybe the tiger 900? The Norden 901? BMW 850? Africa? You see.. really confusing, Just a thought

[@VToldsMotoShow]

That's an interesting idea about mentioning the competitors. Since retrospectively it won't work, it just crossed my mind to add that in the description. It is actually very confusing indeed, but mostly in the middle adventure segment. Adding Tenere 700, Aprilia Touareg, Ducati DesertX and the Norden - I'm not sure myself. Likely won't exactly find out before riding them though. As for Multistrada V2 and a "forced" swap for an Africa Twin, 10 months of waiting sounds insane - seriously. I'm glad that you're enjoying the Africa!

[@Maximus77s]

@@VToldsMotoShow It was late 2021, Crazy days when the manufactures did there best to over come the Covid 19 period, But let me tell you a secret- It’s the SAS that I really desire! Its on my target list for early 2024! Just before the'll realse the upcoming facelift. About the competitors section in your reviews- I really think it will be that ' je ne sais quoi' that will add so much flavor to any motorbike review, Best of luck

[@jaxonve7307]

Looking at this one or the Ktm 890 smt.🤔 any thougts or recomendation.?

[@IgorSLO]

Hi V-Told! Thanks for a great review! Do you have any thoughts on how does MTS V2 compare to R1250GS in terms of corner handling? I love how easy and fun the GS is to ride on twisties. Can I expect similar on MTS V2? (I know you can’t on MTS V4).

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Thanks. Now, it's a tough question but I believe that today there's nothing in the market within any adventure motorcycle segments that can match BMW R1250GS' handling. The only one may be a Suzuki V-Strom 800DE at a speed range of 20-80 km/h (however ridiculous this sounds). V2 corners quite similarly to me as a V4, just with an overall lighter feeling in all circumstances. There's nothing worrying in the V2 though and with such wide suspension adjustment possibilities, you can really work on this bike's behavior. But at the end of the day, I myself would choose an R1250GS for a twisty road.

[@Mac_okee]

I had the GS for many years before I switched to V2. The GS and it’s combination of torque and easy handling makes it very harmonic to drive through corners . But in my opinion the V2 is easier to drive in the twisties!

[@Kujkoja123]

I have a tracer 9gt from last year and I put around 9000 km I'm now consider to switch to v2s because there is some relly good use market it will end up for me pay like extra 1500$ i will like to here your opinion between these two? Just wonna add im in love with my tracer just sometime i miss of that premium fealing and I'm 189cm it's kinde ti tinny in front and since I put akrapovic race system while I'm driving on tracer it's always like buzzing, I'm current diving multistrada 1260 pike peak from a friend and I kinde like while I'm driving it's not alwys pushing me to drive fast and it's quite and when I want to its follow me in segment and get angry and loud.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

First of all, with your height, Multistrada V2 may give you space to "breathe" compared to Tracer 9. The difference should be significant. As for the premium feel, I'm not sure if Multi V2 gives that but the Ducati brand overall is premium, so in the end of the day, likely you'll get that too. Especially taking into account that strange dashboard of the Tracer. both of these have seats that completely don't suit me because if being hard but if you're managing it one Tracer 9 GT, then on a Multistrada V2 you shouldn't suffer either. In terms of deals, to me Multistrada V2 would be an upgrade and out of the two I'd choose it myself - provided that the deal is good as otherwise there are other bikes that I enjoy more in the segment. I hope this helps.

[@Kujkoja123]

@@VToldsMotoShow yup helps a lot thank you, to be honest when I was buying tracer your review decided between tracer and 1000 xr special because it was my second bike and didn't want to go in so much hp and everything, I still love tracer but if I can switch for simular money defrent bike engine and overall segment why now eather wey i kidne get excited for new 1300gs that coming out 😀

[@gc9n]

@@VToldsMotoShow what other bikes?

[@pilyomotoride7781]

Would a ecu tune fix that below 4k rpm

[@onaroad4505]

Hi very good report I noticed with mine that after 2500 miles it became slightly more tractable under 4000 rpm then after 3500 to 4000 miles even more now at 6000 miles it’s really good with low down acceleration even two up I fitted comfy Ducati seat straight away and it’s really good forget about using the quick shifter until after 2 nd gear then it’s perfect Ash

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Hi, it’s possible that you may also be getting used to it, isn’t it?

[@onaroad4505]

Yes you are probably right there !

[@MrFerisko]

I had the v2s on rent for 4 days while on vacation on Tenerife. Honestly, I do not think the issue is the engine, but rather the gearing. It is way too tall, especially the 1st & 2nd. I think the bike could really benefit a couple extra teeth on the rear sprocket. Maybe even one tooth down on the front sprocket. It just felt the bike was never in the right gear for the common speeds. There's a lot of 30km/h limits in towns on Tenerife. The bike mostly could not do it in 2nd, 1st was jumpy and a bit too high. Similar to 50km/h with 3rd and 2nd. Overall I loved the bike, the chassis is awesome. I would just need a higher seat and lower gearing and then it would be perfect.

[@Snoozzzzzze]

@@MrFeriskointeresting. I used to have a Scrambler Desert Sled which felt the same, I put a Ducati 748 sprocket on the front and it was slightly but SO different, it went like a Ducati should.

[@armandaskenstavicius926]

V-Told, thanks for great review, but could you also comment on how it's compared with older (bigger brother) 1200S/1260S V2? Especially if you would be traveling with a passenger. My only concern is that V2S can have not enough power for 2people+luggage.. what do you say about it? Thanks in advance!

[@VToldsMotoShow]

That's a challenging one as right now I don't remember the 1200S very much. I had it for some time quite a few years ago and I haven't been making reviews at that time so there's not that much of my own data to get back to. The difference in performance is there for sure but is it enough to make the V2S appear as definitely not powerful enough? I'm not sure, especially that I don't usually ride with passengers. Tough call.

[@Fernando90054]

Hello V-Told!✌️ Thanks for the nice video. It’s very well done like usually. You were saying that this iteration of the Ducati Multistrada is not so expensive as the V4 version. So, is it significantly cheaper, but with all the bells and whistles, the price goes up pretty high. I have the BMW S1000 XR 2022 model as you know, and despite the up grades of this bike iteration added compared with this bike’s version prior to 2020, I still feel that the bike behaves better in town and in slow maneuvers than the predecessor model but it is always a little “false” at idle or on low gears, and very low speeds, when it can suddenly shut down and you’re stuck with a 226 kg motorcycle in hands locked in first gear😅it’s a challenge! You can’t trust the bike as you do with a 1250 GS. If the Ducati V2 behaves less well on those situations, I don’t see a reason there to test ride it😉

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Hi! Thanks, this V2 is still very premium priced - if one may use that term here ;). Compared to V4 it's a good deal likely, especially that it doesn't lack much in comparison while it also does some things better than it. Engine shutting off on any bike can be a nightmare. Sometimes manufacturers find the causes of that and fix via software, so maybe it would make sense to ask your dealer about it? I believe Triumph allegedly found a solution to that same issue in their Tiger 1200 and attempted to fix it with software. I hope BMW can handle it too with XR like yours!

[@Fernando90054]

@@VToldsMotoShow I’m going to wait a little more until I talk about that with the Dealer as bikes tend to do this things in an early stage, when they are brand new, like my XR is. But if it gets constantly doing that I will ask the Dealer for sure! Thanks 👍🏻

[@ljr1200]

what are the main difference between the 950s vs. the V2? I am seeing a lot of the functions that I have on my 950s on the V2....

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I'd recommend checking some online articles from the launch of a V2 as then journalists love to refer to what's new. Or a press information from Ducati perhaps. I think that this is where I would head searching for this information. But they should be fairly similar all in all.

[@ljr1200]

@@VToldsMotoShow THANKS

[@christophereaves7108]

I nearly got one of these but went for a tracer 9gt instead. Not one regret

[@VToldsMotoShow]

It's a bit of a different type of a bike that you ride in different style but still somehow in some areas they are similar - performance-wise for example. I'm glad that you're happy with the final choice. That's the best outcome possible.

[@KiwiMoto72]

Disagree - this is the goldilocks Moto from Ducati. Its super well balanced, and in my experience more fun to ride, with more character than the V4S

[@VToldsMotoShow]

So what is it that you disagree with?

[@KiwiMoto72]

@@VToldsMotoShow the statement that he doesn’t know why it exists.

[@radkos3587]

Ok … tracer or multi v2:)??? Is it worth to extra pay to get v2?

[@VToldsMotoShow]

It depends on what you'd personally appreciate in the V2 more than in a Tracer ;)

[@flyingkangaroo8024]

Whats the engine heat like?

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I haven't experienced any heat issues on this V2 but till today I was spending some time with a Ducati DesertX with the same engine and it was getting incredibly hot to the point of it being hard to deal with and accept in the long run. Still, on Multistrada V2 I was totally fine for some reason. Must be different design of the exhaust and the body that directs heat differently on these two Ducatis.

[@TheBalauru27]

You noticed the heat only in start-stop traffic ?

[@brighton1950]

I haven't seen any reviews of this bike's offload capability

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I'm not sure if that's a big loss considering the price of this bike, not the top suspension travel and likely ground clearance. It feels a lot like a street bike mostly. Actually... like most of them in this segment. The offroad choice might be a Ducati DesertX.

[@cucaratsa76]

The reason which this bike is nominated to me is because I don’t need the volume and the 170 hp power from the v4 engine on my small island im living Additionally the price for a good pack is major higher than v2

[@jcdelicano1812]

head to head with desertx maybe?

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Good idea, might happen. Thanks for suggesting.

[@SWTrailsAndWheels]

What's Vtold's highest rated motorcycle?

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I’m not sure I gave it a rating but it would be a BMW R 1250 GS.

[@piter80257]

@@VToldsMotoShowAnd now GS 1300 🤓?

[@daveyt4802]

Boy, the standard V2 seems impossible to find! Looks like they don't even make it! S model is too expensive.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

It exists only to display a lower starting price for the model. Only rare, single orders are being made for it.

[@svenmuller9468]

I love my Multistrada 950S. This bike is for me perfect anyway. Except Desmoservice 😂

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Nicely said ;)

[@skyworks1621]

I was looking at this bike, but since Iam 1.90 cm my legs are not having a good time around that tank. I seat perfecty on V4 but not on V2. Otherwise a great looking bike.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

There's always a taller seat option - keep that in mind. But overall if you're a bigger guy, a bigger capacity adventure bike is usually a more spacious place to be on.

[@JayJay-md2tp]

It is 35 kw right?

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Nope, it's a version with full power of 113 HP unlocked. Perhaps it can be ordered restricted though.

[@Satans6666]

Previous version(950) is more universal(road and off-road), V2 is more road version. I own 950(17).

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I see that suspension travel is the same. Ground clearance should be similar too then. I'm wondering how much they can differ in terms of offroad-related stuff.

[@Satans6666]

​@@VToldsMotoShow Ground clearance 950 188mmm with alum. sump guard 177mm, but V2 177mm with alum.sump guard 166mm. V2 Seat is lower from 840 to 830mm. I have 80k km ;)

[@onaroad4505]

Reply to ferisko Yes totally agree with you if you lowered the 1st 2nd 3rd gears and left the rest alone it would behave better in restricted speed areas which are now lower than they were before and if you left the higher gears alone it would still give you the fantastic low fuel consumption after all it is a tourer I guess just accept it needs to revved in town or have a triumph speed twin for town work ! Ash

[@benkelly2190]

A good solid review. I test rode one and felt a bit let down, it’s a lot of money and I get why Ducati do it, but there are better bikes for less.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Thanks and days after riding a yet another bike from this segment, I can confirm that there may be more exciting and better-riding ones here. And well, for less money too.

[@jerzygroclinek5066]

@@VToldsMotoShow what is this better bike ? Can You tell us ?

[@benkelly2190]

@@jerzygroclinek5066well, if you haven’t yet worked it out. Allow me to explain! Bikes are really quite subjective. So by that I mean, they are very personal. Your welcome.

[@vladsbikeshed]

@@VToldsMotoShow can you tell us what bikes do you consider that are offering a better value for less? Regards!

[@filipepaninho6558]

Probably my favourite motorbike... would get one if not for maintenance costs. Or a KTM Adv 1090S

[@VToldsMotoShow]

People sometimes do some things themselves and it might be a solution if you "feel" the vibe of playing a motorcycle mechanic yourself.

[@filipepaninho6558]

​@@VToldsMotoShowthat was my vibe more than 20 years ago when I had space, tools and pacience for that...

[@ruskiyify91]

Can you do a review with a yamaha fjr1300?

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I'm not sure that it qualifies as my target bike and so being amongst the adventure ones. But surely a legendary name!

[@Soul_Searching]

Excellent review. Entirely agree with the performance under 4K RPM & is the reason I didn't buy one

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I'm glad you like the video and I wonder what it's like in the sister model, a DesertX with this same engine. Will find out from tomorrow on actually.

[@coboisarapatanas]

Going slow, well you just need to use the gearbox..

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Yup, and we all start from 0 km/h, don’t we?

[@coboisarapatanas]

@@VToldsMotoShow yeah your are right 🤣 I like to use 4th in the city it ranges from 50km/h to 80km/h, good enough to not add more speeding tickets. The gear box for me is the big issue. Even comparing with the 1250GS it feels really hard

[@stefanobeggiato5543]

Bella

[@wanderlpnw]

Go Oregon!

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Always!

[@roytong1908]

I just sold it ducati v2.....so so

[@maldridge7630]

Feeling a bit schizophrenic? On one hand you tell us about weaknesses that are a total deal breaker but then in the next sentence you try to compliment the bike. Then your voice goes so low like as if the Ducati's CEO is sleeping in the other room 🙄

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I’d call that seeing both sides of the story. Putting it as a different example - a house may be at the same time super functional but in a bad area with long commuting times. Or a girl may be pretty but not be the brightest. Same here with the V2 - some things are awesome but some are not ;)

[@maldridge7630]

​@@VToldsMotoShowyou are still quite entertaining 👍

[@Batmatt94]

It's a hypermotard with a different skin

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Or a DesertX seen the same way.

[@SpaceMulva]

If you want Americans to watch your content stop talking about shit in communist measurements. No one in freedomland knows what 183cms is.

[@CanadianTexaninLiguria]

Complete ignorance. Do you think he cares if Americans watch? If you were military, you would understand...

[@guidogbd7302]

So he should make YOUR limit and ignorance his own. Nice message. European bikers how much a mile is, and speak your language. Maybe open a book.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

And what would be the preferred units for weight measurement?

[@atr1212]

​@@VToldsMotoShow Inches for rider's height and pounds for weight but you can stick with metric system. I'm sure everyone else can translate unit if they're really interested on the bike, and not being ignorant lazy ass , they can do some quick math. Great review overall. Good to know under 4000rpm engine has no enough torque to handle smooth riding as Im used to do when commuting.

[@cider999]

You should see a doctor. Fast.