Ducati Streetfighter V4 S REVIEW | 205bhp + 199kg + wings

[@michaeljkasnter]

This bike is in a category of its own!!! The quickshifter is Excellent, auto blipper is incredible!! I just put 35-miles on mine today- full Akropavic Titanium Exhaust (no-up map file tho) 0- heat issues!!!!! I have never been. Sooo happy with a motorcycle!!! It really is 100x better than the KTM-1290-SDR. I say that because I owned the 1290-SDR for 4- years . Problem with the KTM is it runs out of power at 8k-rpm, the Ducati pulls hard around 4k all the way to 13-14k!! The motor is a Masterpiece!!! I would kiss every Italian that had something to do with this bike!! Its really cured my depression!!! Life is good on a 220-HP V-4 Moto-GP derived engine!!!! Full Akropavic Titanium Exhaust is a must!! The sound is intoxicating!!! I will never be without a StreetFighter!!! Thank You Ducati!!!!

[@LambChopRides]

Oh you lucky sods getting this in before the lockdown!

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Literally so, I rode on Monday just before the big announcement. Phew! Cheers, MM

[@ross5506]

I can't wait till you do the 1290 Super Duke,and the zH2. It's going to be between these above models.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

@@ross5506 We've ridden all three independently - did you see our reviews of the Z H2 and KTM? For me, I believe it's the Aprilia and Ducati that lead the way because of their electronics , suspension and I'm partial to a V4! Cheers, MM

[@1compaqedr8]

Bennetts Bike can’t wait for v4 multistrada with hopefully 200hp.

[@scottyspeedoo5885]

@@bennettsbikesocial No worries, simply recycle footage or take stock manufacturer footage and claim it to be a head to head shootout like Visordown! You'll be able to release all sorts of new content during the lockdown! Thanks for maintaining some journalistic integrity MM and LCR. It takes true effort to create original content and it is appreciated. Joking aside, stay safe everyone. COVID19 is beginning to rear it's ugly head here in Canada. And it was just starting to get warm enough to melt the ice and snow and ride again!

[@markholmes5695]

4 year bump! I just bought a SFV4s in grey /nero. Remapped since this review. Beast. Looks way better In the dark colour without the brushed aluminium radiator surrounds too

[@motozest7856]

Stay tuned for my review of this baby this Friday! It's a 1:18 diecast model, but I'll do my best.

[@ricardolourizela5961]

LMFAO!!

[@PsGetSid_]

the best REVIEW of motorbikes on youtube.

[@pistolpete6321]

Great review! What a beast! Don’t lose that roll of TP, just might be worth more than the Ducati in a couple of weeks!

[@viperq]

LMAO

[@stevelawrie9115]

Very nice review. Probably the nicest I've seen in this stunning beautiful bike.

[@steveottavaino3804]

Bike review done right. Mad skills with that TP roll at the end especially in full leathers, his squeal for the cut shot sounded like the Canadian goose that hangs around my house. Agree most wont be spending much time at 11K on street rides, I’ve got a ZX14 that certainly doesn’t, one must plan well in advance to attain such a lofty number on the tach. Anyone who believes him incorrect probably has not ridden a true 200HP street bike, will lose their license and or bike, or might, hopefully not, become an accident statistic. Thanks for sharing, looking forward to checking one out at my local Ducati dealer. Cheers.

[@red.riot.2280]

The thing I like the best about this bike is that it pushes the market. I’m not a duc fan. But I can’t wait to see how the competition steps up.

[@ducsauce]

He just added $200 to the price of the bike with the addition of that roll of tp!

[@Dacious9s]

Thanks for the video! Been waiting for any content on the streetfighter. Even more excited to get my preorder delivery next month here in the states

[@redrock1541]

Great review! I fell in luv with this V4 naked bike😍 please try to do a review about the MV Agusta Serie Oro 1000RR if you happen to grab one, it's probably one of the best looking naked bike that would be available.

[@redrock1541]

Manny Blackstar it's ok for me. I will live in a city the point is I need a stylish naked bike that would take me from point A to B😊 actually I was thinking of a scooter coz speed is irelevant bcoz of the traffic😂 lol

[@Back2TheBike]

Good to see the Streetfighter reviewed on the road rather than track, as the Monster R was. More real world for most of us I think. My black R with red CNC jewelry would make a great photoshoot alongside the Fighter. Nothing like a Duke is there?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Yes, I was on the Monster 1200 R launch at Ascari and in fact, this Streetfighter was due to be launched last weekend at...you've guessed it, Ascari. Although it was going to be road and track. Either way, I was just glad to get to review it before the lockdown. Cheers, MM

[@topgun8683]

Excellent review and good camera work! I have a 2016 kawasaki z1000 that is a similar type of bike, just less expensive and simple!

[@jamest5149]

The lower fairing/belly pan was properly flapping around- was it loose or lack of support from design.

[@Earth2FullGone2Space]

Great presentation! Thank you 👍🏽 stay safe riding out there. Take care.

[@Mr100asd]

Expect delivery of my V4S Street Fighter in June here in Greensboro N.C.. Currently riding a 2017 1299 Panigale S, 14,000 miles in one year of riding . Hope It will be as much fun and reliable as the Panigale. Akare race exhaust a must , as on the 1299 S. Ride safe guys

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Sounds like you're a Ducati man, Glenn. Enjoy, let us know how you get on and safe riding too! Michael

[@Mr100asd]

@@bennettsbikesocialThanks Mike ! Dyno results last October on the 1299,, 197 rear wheel horse , 8 runs , consistent 196 - 197. I run @ 1/4 mile track.. 9.8 sec. 0 to 100 , 3.99 sec. YES I have mastered getting Lucifer's Hammer out of the hole ! OH, I'm 175 pounds and will be 71 April 27th

[@cooperbrosracing]

Ive been looking forward to some reviews of this bike for months, I just cant help feel 20k is to much , Id want a lot of carbon included for that !

[@leochannings657]

"you're never going to ride around the street at 11000 rpm".. of course not *cough* *cough* ;)

[@Brockstar10000]

I think you have Coronaviris, cough cough

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Ha ha! :-)

[@ogremair803]

Ducati said that the DRL is based on the Joker's Grin, but in actuality, the grin of the rider when he opens the throttle.

[@Joric78]

Still not a fan of the "wings", but aside from that, the lack of colour options and unfortunately the price, seems exactly like my sort of bike.

[@prosimulate]

I tell you the 1098SFS is a hand full, you can get away from virtually anything, and it has killer looks. But at 155bhp for a naked bike, it is a solution to a problem that does not exist. That was then, now at over 200bhp, this is only to do with bragging rights. The dry clutch is another thing you either love it or hate it, personally after going from a Monster 696 to a 1098SFS was nuts, but luckily I still have them, my nuts (not the 696 I sold it). Oh...I love dry clutch!

[@kuhndj67]

I love Ducati's... and watching the video at 3:14 to see the lower fairing bouncing because a bolt has vibrated loose... yea... it may be a V4... but it's still a DUCATI!!. :-)

[@iamtherealzombie]

The fastener is there, from what I can tell... it's just holding the two pieces of trim together, not attached to the bike, if I had to guess.

[@kuhndj67]

@@iamtherealzombie I noticed that but suspect there's a second one hidden that's supposed to hold the lower section, they wouldn't just leave it hanging in the breeze like that but those fasteners are notoriously easy to lose (I've lost quite a few on mine over the last 5 years).

[@GL0BETREKKER]

Love the bike! The wings look like an eBay aftermarket job IMHO though.

[@fw1421]

AdventureCapitalist they want you to buy the expensive Carbon Fiber ones!

[@galenmarek888]

Very good review, thank you very much! One thing though: the music is waayyyyy too loud! Except that, very good review.

[@bidyutjunior59]

It's freaking awesome 👍

[@realMysta]

So I have a 790 duke i love but I fell in love with the looks of this one but don't really need the 1100 cc. Do you feel like it's got the ride-ability of the 790 or does it really feel like a meaner bike?

[@ludvigsjoholm5584]

Thanks for another great review Michael! Rumors say it doesn't powerwheelie even on lower gears? Is it even legal to release a 200+ bhp hypernaked staying solid on the ground at all times? What's your take? I know you like to pop one once in a while :-)

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Me?! Haha, thanks for the comments. With Wheelie Control off and ideally in 2nd gear then sit at 5,500rpm and crack the throttle and see what happens... Cheers, MM

[@CampbellZeroOne]

Been looking forward to this. Lovely! Note isn't quite up there with the Tuono yet, but I guess an aftermarket exhaust would help sort that out. You planning on fitting one to your long term bike?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

I'm a sucker for a V4 so it'd be close between the Aprilia and Ducati over the other rivals. Hopefully so with the exhaust - we'll see how this lockdown goes but I'd certainly like to evaluate the noise and actual power differences.

[@CampbellZeroOne]

@@bennettsbikesocial Great stuff! Look forward to the updates. In the meantime - Stay safe 👍🏼

[@MotoM1234]

Gotta love Ducati- monster; Diavel, and Street-fighter... if only they made the super sport with big power... I would take one of those to go with my tuono...

[@brianglendenning1632]

The location of that side reflector, on the front brakes, is terrible. I know many will simply remove the reflectors, but where I live this is a bizarre issue the Police enforce. If (when?) I owned a Street fighter (and it is a real possibility as a replacement for my current bike) I would look to relocate to an axle crash protection. Or leave it off and take a risk.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

The reflector is mandatory I'm afraid. Nothing to stop you removing it once purchased though.

[@tikiiz]

oh thank goodness. i can stay sane instead of anxiously waiting after watching ducatis presentation...

[@bennettsbikesocial]

It's well worth a test ride!

[@robertjurkovic]

Hey, you are actually a good football player too!!!

[@bennettsbikesocial]

The secret is in the editing!

[@05EVORS]

...and just like that....during a pandemic, Kawasaki releases the double sided swingarm(better for extensions/sprocket swaps) Z H2 for $17k U.S. and steals the show - for a long time. GUHL ECU treatment the Z H2 has 240 wheel hp and over 110wtq, insane reliability w one cylinder head and no forced dealer ship CEL resets.

[@beefcake_9k]

So it doesn't have a fuel gauge?

[@cipnt]

Sort out your audio volumes in your edit

[@Jay_Michael]

Beautiful bike. I'd love to see it in all black or gray like the 939

[@daystate123]

Gorgeous bike but I found the clocks to be flimsy, you could wobble them by hand (at NEC).

[@bennettsbikesocial]

You can see it wobbling in the slo-mo shot when the Drift camera is mounted but Ducati would have tested its rigidity so it won't fall off, and I didn't notice t wobbling when riding. That said, I still think design-wise, it looks like an afterthought.

[@richikay]

Between the Tuono Factory 2019 and this Streetfighter V4S, what you would rather have? They are super similar, no?

[@_rubberbandit3697]

TheSageSeeker I way prefer the noise Aprilias V4 makes. Ducati when designing their V4 engine tried to make it sound as much like a twin as they could because they were worried about losing their core fan base. What a shame. V4s are epic. I owned an RSV4 RF for 3 years. The noise 😍

[@richikay]

@@_rubberbandit3697 I love my Tuono Factory too ! I need to get a new bike soon, so another Tuono or considering this.

[@_rubberbandit3697]

TheSageSeeker they’re going to bring out a new Tuono soon. Hopefully this year but maybe next? I’m going to hold on. If it looks anything like the 660 Tuono I can’t wait!!

[@coolviveka]

Great review.. keep it up..

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks, we'll keep trying!

[@flowrider5548]

Get's the boy out, that's obvious and fully understandable 😎 With that range, not my bike to own but do I want to testride it, oh yes!

[@S4NY4RKuRDBoZZ]

Good Bike and Ducati made good work with a Streetfighter of a Panigale V4. But is it better to take then for example a BMW S1000 R which is 5000€ less?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

The BMW S1000R is essentially a 6-year old bike that got a facelift and few extras thrown at it in 2017, making the Ducati a much more current model in terms of engine development as well as electronics, suspension and brake technology too.

[@UncleWally3]

Would this motorcycle be a good for a beginner? Just thought I’d raise an eyebrow . . .

[@jtab5392]

Nah save your money and learn how to ride before you ride a bike like this. It's like would you buy a exotic car that cost 250k and just get your driver license? But if you have money to blow and really want one get it.

[@pramathewyayawar7857]

Nah nothing short of H2R or even Y2K suffices for a newbie😉 And of course CBR 250R is perfect for 'em experts🤷‍♂️

[@TheBobstephenson]

Yes indeed it is Sir, just make sure you switch off the TC and Wheelie control.

[@FranciscoSchwartz9]

Only if Ducati limits its power to below 80 hp. This bike has the best electronics to help you with safety.

[@pistolpete5805]

100%

[@pestcontrolauckland-acespe6189]

What about the heat that cooks your nads?

[@orhankoula1781]

#Bennetts Bike i want to ask you something, i have seen some videos of this bike, one guy goes more than 300kmh but we cant see this speed in the dashboard ? can we fix this ??

[@Arunweb100]

Has Michael checked in recently? That bog roll would be a highly desirable target for the inner-city scooter gangs at the traffic lights

[@helluminati]

Is uk back to normal on monday?

[@ianlawrie919]

Do you still get a bog roll for the other side in these restrictive times? It's a bargain.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

A free loo roll with every Ducati purchase - sound like a good marketing plan!

[@lynsmith1096]

Good review

[@coolviveka]

Does it has key less ignition..?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Good shout. It doesn't, unlike the Multistrada. But start adding those bits on and the price just keeps going up. It would have been a nice touch.

[@DanFree7]

beautiful bike, I did already ride it. But I must say, for this price I would expect no cheap plastic for the winglets etc.

[@petercarr6599]

It's not my cuppa looks wise, the same as the zh2 but I bet it's fantastic to ride. 😆 Sorry forgot my face mask 😷. Great watch dudes, thank you.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks Peter, it's one of those bikes that I can't wait to get on again.

[@aagese]

Can somebody help me with choosing V4 or V4s? Because here in Turkey, the price difference between these models is 10,000 Euros. (same for panigale too).And this is a huge difference. Now I can't find a comparison video between these models, all the tests are for the S model for both Panigale and Streetfighter. I am very close to V4 model because of the price. I will not do any track days but I dont want to walk arround with a screwdriver or sth like that either. What should I do? This will be my first super bike and I dont want to end up with the wrong model..

[@mrburrbab5305]

Tulu Erguney - get the S my friend

[@TheJWC56RSA]

Seems my XDiavel S makes more torque low down? Also think that my 2019 Super Duke R may give the V4S a good go at low down torque.... The V4S looks good but it is getting expensive...

[@AirwolfBMG]

Fancy kicking round the most wanted lock down item😱😱😭hope the key board rides slag the NO fuel gauge, like they do on every Tuono review, that’s a bog weight saving, putting on a aftermarket exhaust 👍looking forward to your ongoing thoughts 😎😍👍

[@danieljordannicol9937]

Good review but the music when the review on road starts is very out of place!

[@michaelpiano7052]

Michael wassup with the TP roll moving on different parts of the bike? LOL

[@majinguru]

Biplane wings supposedly make for narrower aero kit and easier commuting compared with the Panigale. Or so is what I understand from yesterday's presentation, link below. kzbin.info/www/bejne/onazfmqef9GMl6s

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Yes, a fact I learned after recording the video but was addressed in the full written review: www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/bikes/ducati/ducati-streetfighter-v4-2020-review

[@majinguru]

Great write-up thanks

[@albtr9295]

Is it me or the old street fighter looks better ?

[@petrcavasin1041]

ALB TR 92 Good evening sir, i think yes and no.. they have big time gap one from other and so the design.. to answer this question i would wait a little to see the new One having some after market options to “decorate” it..

[@fw1421]

ALB TR 92 Probably because you can get a good price on the old one now that the new one is out.

[@albtr9295]

@@fw1421 na not that just strictly looks

[@mrburrbab5305]

Yes, it’s definitely you😐

[@fw1421]

Mr burrbab My local dealer says the new Street fighter should be there in June,I’m waiting to see it in person.

[@SigmaJAD]

Quality humour there 😁

[@artgonzales8907]

How’s the engine heat? Still a roaster?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

It wasn't exactly the warmest day, despite the sun and I didn't notice the heat - unlike the V4R. That said, the rear bank of cylinders shut off at standstill if the engine is above 75C to prevent too much heat.

[@austinhelie3823]

Does this bad boy have cruise control?

[@CarlosXJ]

I don't think it does. In my opinion it should have come with it since the Aprilia Tuono has it and costs less than this model. Still great bike though.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

No it doesn't. Shame. MM

[@leatt6136]

I don’t really understand how you can like cruise control guys

[@maxwellbricks7202]

I have not had a ticket in well over 50 years, ok, just have not been caught. However, I would give myself about 1 hour after engine break in to be locked up and needing bail with the Streetfighter.

[@lorenzobaldini5454]

This is a top naked ever made! The other bike must sell for buy this

[@f1hotrod527]

Right now here in the USA, that roll of toilet paper is worth more than the bike.

[@HeyAddieImTojo]

F1hotrod i know it’s a joke but for real those paper roll hoarders are such idiots

[@TheNick14316]

Great video well done! I love the bike but is it a good first bike to ride on? Just got my license and been waiting for this bike to come out.

[@RobertOrtiz1015]

Thanks for review... i think the look in the front is not for me... especially the area where the wings are at... wings on a naked is the best oxymoron from Ducati!

[@Mattboulton88]

Not into bikes at all..but 205bhp and 199kg sounds fucking amazing 😂😂😂

[@SweDownhill]

Stunning looking bike! ❤️ I just wish I didn't have to sell my kidney to get one.

[@Wheeliedevil]

208hp.. 220 with akrapovič

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Hp is of course different to bhp hence 205bhp / 217bhp.

[@bhughes1986]

Hocke ridiculous, I love it!

[@StefsYouTube]

I really want one...

[@gsingh5617]

Looks better than any naked.. Except that sewing machine sound

[@iamtherealzombie]

Are you sure there wasn't different display layouts where there's a fuel gauge? I know they don't typically show the fuel gauge when the display is set to track mode. Just seems odd for a bike with a TFT.

[@Uninfluenceable]

I was totally devoted to buying one of these, and right as I got a call from my dealer informing me of expected delivery times this freaken cov19 hit and now my working hours (and thus salary) got cut in half. Looks like no new bike for me for a while, dammit!

[@Bikerbug2020]

Seriously no fuel gauge on a street bike? A $20,000 street bike, no fuel gauge.... unbelievable.

[@newkurosawa]

No fuel gauge ffs

[@kris-b-crunch4291]

Just like a Dodge Viper you just stop at every gas station 😉

[@yardblah5161]

Funny how the loo roll is now more precious than the bike...🙄

[@MOTOUK1]

No fuel gauge at that price 😲🤬

[@c_dubbzz6127]

$20k and has some of the best looking dashes in the game, but still no fuel gauge.... my Honda Grom has a fuel gauge ffs lol. smdh.

[@AlienApe.]

Fugly tree, Fugly branches, Fugly stick, Fugly floor. Fugly bike.

[@M4rkmcc21]

Yes more power but SDR has 13ft-lb more and costs 4.5k less. I think it boils down to what engine ur preferring at the time. U cant compare a 20k bike to a 15.5k bike. Even the none s is still 2k more. And no keyless no fuel gauge at this price? Come on. Can u at least change anti wheelie on the go?

[@pramathewyayawar7857]

Despite how great this bike is: 1. Brutale still looks the hottest; 2. Tuono still handles and sounds the best; 3. Super Duke R is still the most hooligan 4. The new Z H2😃

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Let me know when you've ridden all four.

[@LookAtMeLuis]

all that money and no cruise control? yeah im out... ill stick with my tuono plus it sounds better... good looking bike though

[@vaughanboyce3702]

Wtf no fuel guage???.

[@Norton1531]

When are bike manufacturers gonna do something with the fluid reservoirs on the bars? Whole bike is oozing technology, then two plastic tubs get shoved on the bars at the last minute. Come on designers, work some maic!

[@robbikebob]

Where do journalists stand in the lockdown? Are you as immobile as the rest of us?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Certainly from the point of view of Bennetts BikeSocial, absolutely. Some might try to argue that riding bikes is our work, but we firmly believe that the guidance is clear, and there's no reason we should be considered any different to anyone else. I'm itching to ride my own bikes and my work bike, but the country getting through this as quickly as possible is more important than anything. We should all #StayHome unless absolutely necessary, and anyone who doesn't think they should do it for themselves, should do it for their friends, relatives, neighbours and of course, for the NHS. John

[@stephen5665]

If you don't like the wings-you can take them off easily. Just saying.

[@viperq]

That role may worth 30k.

[@1991julez]

£19795 and no fuel gauge....?

[@1991julez]

Citizenthirteen I’m only complaining because I can’t afford one

[@stefanocornice5422]

208 hp

[@bennettsbikesocial]

205bhp is the same as 208hp

[@helgejohan3604]

Dont like the new look, the old Streetfighter looks a lot better 🤙 i take speed triple. Rs or Superduke 1290 🔥

[@xzistpo]

Put that thing on the dyno. I bet it makes great power, but nowhere near 205hp.

[@zairis47]

Not the best time to launch new bike right now....

[@foolspeedahead]

Tp was to bribe officers if he was stopped for speeding.

[@0nlypets_world]

the price is exotic due to it comes with toilet paper roll

[@lasttraintovegas7189]

Lovely bike but it’s way too expensive

[@rolandfullthrottle8316]

I don’t like it and then again , I like it 😐😁 It’s one of those bikes that must grow on you I guess ... but the front must be a cousin of an Z900 🤔

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Don't worry about the looks, just ride!

[@Omar-bh8yf]

Why did you have toilet paper on it ??

[@DonnieDesmo]

I wonder how much downforce that toilet paper roll creates.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

It was well wedged in, I wonder if it would have lasted there if I'd ridden with it!

[@banestock]

Is it just me or does this bike look really ugly compared to the previous generation streetfighter!

[@xzistpo]

KL KL just you