Ducati Superleggera V4 Review

Sir Adam 'Chad' Child was the only UK journalist at the super-exclusive world launch of Ducati's £90,000 Superleggera V4, so Fagan grabs 20 minutes with the gravy-drinking dwarf to discuss one of the naughtiest bikes on the planet...
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[@harpersneil]

Two of the most likeable chaps on the internet. Nothing as charming as hearing a grown man talk like a child about a bike - all the enthusiasm in the world. Love it.

[@ducati]

We feel the same way about it ;)

[@planegaper]

Here's the thing..I would get on a Gladius , it 's reliable fast, did everything very well, smooth, a well thought out and put together machine with a great motor.. I get on my monster, which for all it's faults, and it doesn't have too many, and it's an Event.. the noises from the termi's, the way the bike urges you to get on it, the poor handling and engine vibration under 4000, then the satisfaction when you hit that speed where everything comes together, and the bike demands your full attention.. it's that riding Event and satisfaction that it's Japanese counterpart doesn't posses. Nothing wrong with a Gladius, great bike, looks good too, but where Suzuki endeavors to insulate you from vibration and incongruity in the road, Ducati somehow fuses the rider to the engine, suspension, and road.. that feedback formula through the chassis is something they haven't messed with, and as any rider will attest, is more acute than anything on two wheels..

[@ducati]

Excellent!

[@rayafk8502]

Why aren’t you verified? lmao 😂

[@sivvinod3187]

Is there actually only going to be 500 units forever? Or will you people make a few every few years? Cause it seems pretty dumb to call a super limited unattainable bike "the dream".

[@camwegner9805]

@@sivvinod3187 I think the exclusivity makes it more special

[@richardhughes8968]

Gave up buying bike mags a few years ago. This is the future of motorcycle journalism no doubt. Great stuff.

[@monsi25]

Love how Chad is like a kid describing how it felt to ride it.

[@Mark........]

"4th and 5th for me" lol burn

[@whodeany99]

"Yeah well I'm doing 190"

[@sk2283]

Yeah I got that too !! Truth is gear is not relevant without RPM ! Al would be at 15000 Adam may be at 12000 :-)

[@cjs990311]

chad sounds like what i would imagine ww2 raf fighter pilots to sound like when hes describing riding the duc

[@FortyFourTeeth]

😂😂😂😂

[@carlosc3260]

Not enough banter, me thinks

[@space.youtube]

"Smack, power. Smack, brakes" Wile E. Coyote, Acme rocket skates, brick wall. Right, got it.

[@michaelhayward7572]

Lol.

[@silverburn55]

One of the best interviews / reviews yet. Now even I want to go to „Port-uh-mayoh“.

[@knotsable]

11:25 priceless expression. 12:10 nice comeback! (You were waiting for an opportunity, werent you?)

[@johnforensicman6179]

'That's my phone telling me to exercise I'm fat. It does it a lot' Utterly brilliant! Get this chap signed up. Never thought someone could make 44 teeth better but....

[@brandonhenery1831]

"Im not used to dealing with amateurs like this" "Potrtimayo" Nice one gents! Lol! Laugh a minute this one!

[@bigdave3289]

Chad totally fits the 44 sensibility... love when he’s involved...great vid

[@lifeofishant]

Thoroughly enjoyed this chat! Seems like Chad's talking skills were rather under-utilized at MCN or the Superleggera has made him a better speaker :-p

[@S3dINS]

Perspective: 16,500rpm = 275 revs per second. That’s 1 revolution of the crank every 0.0036 seconds. Nuts.

[@annabanna666]

Sir Chad good to see you in such fine company

[@danielokeefe2957]

Them trainers make your feet look tiny, like the scene from Deadpool 2 when he grows his legs back. Awesome video btw.

[@richjohno]

I really enjoy the channel. Light-hearted, really informative and technical without being high brow. TV could learn a lot from these guys. I watch this in my lunch break and the world is good again. Thank God for bikes and the people who ride them (well, most of um)......

[@adamkingdon5956]

Literally sat here laughing my arse off whilst also working out how to lay my hands on 100K 🤦‍♂️😂 19:14 mins of pure joy.

[@eaglewi]

I don't know how I could mentally come to terms with a bike like that. I think if it was cheaper it would be easier to ride. You could push it harder and actually take advantage of what it can offer. Seems like people would just baby it as is

[@adamkingdon5956]

@@eaglewi Everything is relative, if you can afford to buy it then you can afford to rag it.

[@lonpfrb]

@@eaglewi Yes, fair point, which is why most Honda RCV213SP (£150,000) are still in the crate. I was at Mugello on a CBR600RR, able to pass Desmoseidici riders for that reason, but at least they were on track, having fun. I suspect that the Superleggera is much faster, ten years on, so even a steady lap would be far quicker than any regular road bike can do, however enthusiastically ridden.

[@apsltd3993]

hahaha love it , i was thinking the same

[@giddyrightonup]

Ha, that onboard footage really does give some idea of the speed and weight of the bike, it’s so agile!

[@Silva511.]

Incredible turning. Also, great gyroscopic camerawork helps

[@henrymaddocks984]

Amazing how quickly it changed direction

[@ryanmoloney99]

I like to imagine I'm a racer but I quickly find out why I'm not haha

[@callumdean]

Racing is like sex... We all think we're good at it

[@Demoni696]

@Jesus H Christ That's the wrong hole dude...

[@blade643]

Demoni696 there are no wrong holes 😏if its fits, you sticks

[@sivvinod3187]

@@blade643 if there's a hole, there's a way.

[@jackcanglide]

Love you both thanks for the banging high quality content

[@LIKWID]

I never tire of listening to the sheer enthusiasm that comes from people talking about these incredible machines. I spent most of the video just staring at the Panigale in frame but listening to every word, the enthusiastic way of describing it gives you an idea of what it's like to be in the saddle, not everyone can do that when they talk about a bike. Fantastic stuff once again lads!

[@markellis197]

Chad is a great addition to the team. Huge experience and great honest reviews. This was surely top of the bucket list of motorcycling days.

[@louiebsides]

You know what I love about 44teeth it’s just real bunch of proper lads having proper chat no trying be something else, can see everyone at ease fair play lads keep up love it 👍🏼👊🏼

[@mikeamcgee]

so good, just keep cranking out all the stuff you are. loving it!

[@richierichbm]

Absolutely loving the more frequent content Lads 👍keep smashing it 👌

[@dingding6085]

"It's cos you've got E.T sitting on the front" CLASSSSS HAHAA

[@Chrisrides]

I was having very fuzzy feelings watching this. Banging content boys!

[@Plasticjesus504]

Great work 44 Teeth always putting out the best content for motorcycles on the internet. This bike is outrageous, I laugh every time he says 234 horsepower is “usable” lol. The thing that really struck me was he explanation about his experience on the Ducati WSB bike. Having a serious rider saying it’s pretty much unrideable gives me even more appreciation for any of the riders in the field. Those boys really make it look stupid easy especially when the bike is literally trying to kill you.

[@chrisfrost6581]

My day just improved beyond measure, great chat lads and what a machine

[@willadams9001]

Absolutely love the descriptions - "ive had a 'urrhh' over't'crest." We all know what that means, even on't'roaad

[@anthonywhite9264]

Awesome content to hear the insight of riding such a iconic machine , A great listen

[@sk2283]

Lucky Man ! great to see how genuinely excited and grateful he was to ride that awesome piece of kit !

[@motaku_th]

This has been a properly entertaining episode lads! Loved it.

[@Cloverleaf7642]

Great to hear from Chad. Top bloke. Top bike. Top interview. Top interviewer.

[@Miata822]

Great interview. What a thrill that must have been to be invited to an event like that. I can't imagine many Superleggeras will ever get a number plate and even fewer will ever go to a McDonald's drive-through. I look forward (hopefully) to the 44teeth test ride.

[@How2Desmo]

It is sick how it leans ... I swear it looks like it is parallel to the ground in some corners!

[@CookingwithChefDai]

Chad is a fucking legend!!!! Watching him from way back on MCN got me into motorcycling

[@Rayk76]

The enthusiasm is so contagious and enjoyable, great stuff

[@mrdoodle8748]

Absolutely loved this discussion & Chad's enthusiasm in describing the bike. Good banter as well. As mentioned, my biggest worry about having such a machine would be stacking it.

[@ryanseamons6789]

Amazing sit down and insight to an absoulte steed...eye candy from every single angel. Pure Bliss!

[@movem1]

that was awesome, glad you guys created 44T🤘

[@BrianEvansracer]

Amazing bike I'm sure but as the owner of the first 1299 SL on the West Coast of the United States I can say the SL is NOT an investment; it IS an amazing bike for sure and getting the opportunity to ride Mugello especially on the World Superbike was incredible but I flew all the way to Italy and got a total of 12 laps on track between three bikes: stock 1299S, followed by 1299 Superleggera and then Marco Melandri's Panigale R World Superbike. I considered selling my 1299 SL to buy the new V4 SL; the dealer said my 233 mile example, in otherwise showroom condition, would probably only be worth 55k (USD) in the open market. That's a 25k loss in 3 years! I said no thanks, keeping it for the time being. These guys are right when they say the Superleggera models do feel special. Oh and btw, the Ducati hype about the V4 SL being 16 kgs lighter is comparing the V4 SL with its included full Akrapovic race exhaust vs. base model bone stock which has no carbon anything, lead acid battery and heavy stock exhaust. The REAL difference in weight is closer to 11 kgs.

[@mikefandango3343]

Brian Evans You should start your on KZbin channel, it would be just like this but without any of the fun or making it Interesting?

[@espaudio]

Love your stuff 44T!

[@halfabapandmusket]

Top interview lads, more like this please 👍👍

[@f.stopperrmedia1606]

The best motorcycle chat on YT. Amazing fellas! what a bonkers bike!!

[@triumphontour895]

Great video, great interview - top top Chanel and best bike reviews on the Tube - well played captain

[@KrikkitWarlord]

Sounds very special indeed, obviously beyond the reach of mere mortals, but the way his eyes light up talking about it says it all. What a thing, thanks 44T as ever :)

[@stevethomas4615]

Great chat boys, loved it! It was like one of those "...mate, you won't believe what she did...." moments. And I am also a fan of 'man maths'!

[@GoodFoShizzle]

I didn’t think I’d want to watch a video of mostly just chatting. But this was brilliant! Thank you

[@dangothdangoth5449]

Wonderful stuff as always

[@matth8924]

Absolutely amazing content as always

[@andrewwiltse8882]

Brilliant interview Jason!😎 Amazing Motorcycle! Thanks 44T

[@mohddanial2619]

Been watching adam since 2010. Two favourite bike journalist on the same video. Amazing!

[@ukjamesh]

F ' ing loved every second of that.... keep it up Jason! Excellent vid.

[@3xistenc3]

One of the best reviews ever so envious ... even though it would almost kill me I still wish I could have a go.

[@mikewalker3933]

It’s even lighter now mate 😂😂😂 Like this side of Chaz, get more from him in this format over a usual bike review 👍

[@philip5798]

Great work lads. I remember Adam Child from MCN back in the day.

[@eldrich4662]

Great review, an awesome bit of kit and looks so much better in the flesh. ps Love the wings

[@redliner9995]

Biking Nirvana... lived your dream watching this guys cheers absolutely golden review ✌️

[@colinm1325]

Awesome sights, sounds, descriptions, emotions to explain how lucky the fortunate few will be. The rest of us can replay this vid over and over. And, who doesn't like gravy, sweet 🛴🚲🛵🏍😂👍🌈🌏💜

[@mahamza86]

This was an enjoyable chat. Lucky guy.

[@MrPeterDWatson]

Very funny banter. Chad needs to be a regular....loved it!

[@blueflame080979]

Chad is and always has been a great journalist. Crazy rider back in the late 90's for the magazine DVDs.

[@UkrainiWins]

Love you guys, and your enthusiasm keep. Up the excellent work! 👍😎🇺🇸

[@vishalprajapati8840]

Great video guys. Love your content

[@fzlsalim]

Absolutely enjoyed! Thank you!

[@albyg00]

This was so informative and interesting! Hope you'll be able to test one too as you mention towards the end of the video :D

[@tifosiman]

"Well for you... 4th -5th for me" would make the PERFECT T-shirt logo...

[@patrickbrown94]

Great to see Chad online!

[@themorganator]

Loving the content guys!

[@paulhammal7231]

Nice insight 👍 Interesting stuff on the wings. Makes sense too 😊👍

[@noshy09]

Could listen to chad all day. What a lad!

[@tadhgoshaughnessy6612]

Best guys to give the most honest opinion of bikes .love their channel.when i win the lotto the garage will be waiting.

[@Captn_Slow]

I'm really curious how HP4 RACE stacks up with Superleggera. Anyone else interested?

[@Showmetheevidence-]

KissMyAsthma Oh yes! Seeing them apart... I’d guess this duke is right up there!

[@theoracleprodigy]

It would be an interesting line up. I personally think the Ducati would take it. Only based on new electronics, winglets, and more power. It would probably be close though that hp4 is quite a machine.

[@defm1]

I would love to see this match up as well but I think the new V4 would take it. If I remember right they thought the 1299 Superleggera outdid the HP4 race, and they are saying this one out did that one.

[@findingneutral426]

Can't see many if any publications putting the two together and going balls out and timing them. Risks are just too high and insurance would be crippling/bordering unfeasible.

[@Stasiek_Zabojca]

@REVIT16K ZX10? What are you even talking about?

[@balazsrepasi8035]

Such a great vid Lads, what an amazing machine.

[@tonymarcella13]

Awesome to see Chad on this channel 👍

[@mistreku]

the way this seems to flick from side to side boggles my mind! chad is a very lucky guy indeed, to have ridden that!

[@martinmoran89]

Where's Mr. Jizz Machine 😂

[@PartialS]

If you look closely at 15:16 you can see him in the Pani's reflection having a sneaky off the wrist.

[@TheAzz101]

Had a proper laugh at this interview, and it was informative in a way i could understand. More of this man if possible please 😅 quote of the day. "It's like having Dani Pedrosa in a set of leathers sat on the front of your bike"

[@_audacerider3838]

Epick vidoe Boy!! You just made my Monday!!

[@hughiemg2]

Gotta love the passion on show here

[@kmotorshop]

Love you guys.

[@deanhenthorn8674]

Brilliant discussion. Brilliant. There are two guys I would like to have beer with and just listen..

[@Silva511.]

Beautiful. Gorgeous deep red colour. That still shot of it on the straight, lights on...phwoar.

[@minatormyth]

Great review guys🤗

[@aulzhoefer]

Please keep the content coming boys!

[@BusaLova]

I can appreciate that the onboard footage isn't crazy wild or absolute pro level. It's a pro rider trying to get to grips with the undisputed cutting edge top level machinery that today's industry is capable of producing and he's having a hard time utilising it properly. It's like you can see how hard he's trying to understand how light it is. Very entertaining.

[@RevZolution]

Cracking content guys. 👍

[@zepenance9571]

LOL "3rd and 4th for you 4th and 5th for me" that look though...

[@ahde3133]

At $100k, this makes the BMW HP4 Race an absolute Bargain!!!

[@andrewdaley3628]

My dealership in the UK has sold 3, saw it at the Dealer Conference last year and they had one stripped down as well so we could pick up the individual components it was a fantastic experience!

[@AH-pm3bx]

Aside from Alistair or Sue Perkins there is no other journos opinion I would rather hear than Adam Child. Top stuff 44 teeth, amazing access!

[@t0k4m4k7]

Just FYI the CIV (Campionato Italiano Velocità) Qualifies at around 1.52 seconds for the mugello, so quite a bit lower than 2 minutes

[@jordanacton9976]

He mentioned there being 2 bikes on track and 5 Journalists. Methinks Jensen Beeler from A&R was out there ripping it with you! Can’t wait for the 20 minute rant about this thing on @BrapTalk

[@ikbendusan]

the speed with which this flicks from one side to the other is absolutely bonkers

[@detlefschmidt2221]

Where can i get the helmet from Adam Child?

[@sebastianjames777]

Probably the funniest bike review I've ever seen. Makes me want to save up ninety grand 😆

[@reverendhoover]

That was good fun. More Chad, please!

[@bobbymcjunior]

Absolute class as always.