First Ride on the Ultimate Dream Machine: 2024 Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono - This one is mine!

In this thrilling video, join us as we hit the open road in Wales for the very first time on my dream machine, the 2024 Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono.
Experience the excitement and freedom as we explore scenic routes and twisty roads, capturing every moment of my inaugural journey.
Whether you're a seasoned rider reminiscing about your own first ride or a newcomer eager to experience the thrill, this video is sure to ignite your passion for two-wheeled adventures!
Don't miss out on the excitement! Hit play, subscribe to my channel for more epic motorcycle adventures, and let's rev up the journey together! 🏍️✨
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[@Robbiemoto]

Looks good mate. I was out in Wales at Elan valley on Saturday testing the new KTM1390 SDR. Can’t wait to go on the 690 there. Enjoy.

[@hypermotardking]

I so wana do that green lane / off-road trail past elan valley on the 698 with some knobblies..

[@Robbiemoto]

@@hypermotardking I’ve been toying with the idea of getting another set of wheels with some all terrain style tyres and trying some mild green lane stuff.

[@Alien992.2]

Just traded in my big Bike MT-09 for a KTM 690. Also doing the brake in right now. Man supermoto is so much fun. Cant wait for all the nice upgrades on your Hyper !

[@hypermotardking]

When you haven’t supermoto before its a blast 👍🏻👍🏻

[@CunningStuntsGoFast]

huski 701 rider here , you in for a blast mate !

[@hypermotardking]

@@CunningStuntsGoFast Looking forward to it.. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@rento1973]

Some of these moves are giving me the absolute fear. Ride safely boys, and don’t wind each other up.

[@hypermotardking]

We are normally quite mild mannered.. a few lets say close encounters which the other rider did mention look “worse on camera” 😭

[@sebotaged]

finally haha. great vid mate

[@hypermotardking]

Thanks mate 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ClutchFirst]

Having to stay below that 6K mark is a total pain in the neck. I know it all too well. Happy to see you on the bike. What's going to be your first mod?

[@hypermotardking]

Yeah.. getting it track ready will be the first couple of changes and removing that rear drag tail piece 😂

[@michaelwalton3939]

What roads were you on mate? That cafe looks like a good place to Stop. Still need to get to Wales on my 950sp whilst running in my mv agusta f4 rc

[@hypermotardking]

Roads through Snowdonia to Barmouth starting from Shrewsbury.. 👍🏻

[@michaelwalton3939]

@@hypermotardking nice one mate 👍 Cheers for the info. Love Barmouth. Mega roads all over there. I normally go to Llangollen and the horse shoe pass to Betys and then to Snowdon and Llanberis pass 👍

[@stevesanders4071]

I’m looking at a hypermotard right now. Would love you to do a comparison as I’m looking at the 950 but I’m just not sure now. Why would you keep both?

[@hypermotardking]

For me its more about my brand and the channel.. makes sense to have both and compare because not many will have both.. i will eventually keep one

[@victors3803]

@@hypermotardkingwhat hyper will you finally leave in the garage? If you had to choose a single bike for a city and weekend trips around town what hyper would it be? Next Tuesday (4 days left) i will have to get either 950 (2022 year) or 698. I already made a deposit but didnt make a decision yet. There is no testdrive in my city, so i have to choose without it. Thank you in advance!

[@hypermotardking]

@@victors3803 Thats a hard one.. i haven’t done a side by side review. My goto at the moment is the 698. If i walked into the garage id grab the 698 keys.. but thats because ut suits the riding i wana do.

[@victors3803]

@@hypermotardking then i will choose 698. Lighter is better for me i think. Thank you!

[@victors3803]

@@hypermotardking i bought 698 rve)) Thank you!

[@CunningStuntsGoFast]

nice you like it that much . is the suspension as you like it or it needs a setup you think ?

[@hypermotardking]

I need to set that up.. i know its supposed to be soft and spongy but will try and have a look at tweaking it

[@sorecawk]

Proper first ride!

[@hypermotardking]

😂😂.. cheers

[@alunpiggott6452]

I hate to say this...but may I suggest that some rider training may be necessary for all three in that group. Maybe by Rapid or similar.

[@hypermotardking]

All 3..? In what sense..? Reading the road.. overtakes.. ?

[@hypermotardking]

@@verncampbell1690 We all have different rider skills and levels of experience.. every road ride is sketcky in UK.. we don’t go balls out but we don’t ride like old men on touring bikes 😂

[@verncampbell1690]

You're right, Still a nice bike 👊

[@alunpiggott6452]

@@hypermotardking Road position, over takes into a corner with a car oncoming, overtaking at junctions and farmyard entrances, not reading the road and ending up in the opposite lane in a corner etc. If a trainer at Rapid or similar training school saw this they could comment more accurately; these are clearly just my observations. My view is making progress on the road shouldn't compromise your safety.

[@hypermotardking]

@@alunpiggott6452 we do pay attention and we have our comms all setup so any rider can warn of any hazards hence some questionable moves if out solo..

[@renzo908]

Finally 🎉... is it short people friendly? I'm 168cm or 5'6 ish 😅 would I be able to reach the floor?

[@hypermotardking]

I’m 5ft 7 and i can tip toe fine with stock seat - i have ordered the lowered one too

[@gordonatkins9135]

Kal, tell them to use the vanishing point to help on corners…

[@hypermotardking]

Ahh yeah.. think the lads just need to get some saddle/corner confidence 👍🏻

[@ChasingTenths]

It’s funny listening to the radio chatter It’s like a gta mission

[@hypermotardking]

😂😂 need to find a better way to record their audio straight to gopro

[@lbnyrider5666]

I thought it was the police at first 😂😂

[@chrisk1458]

Are you using cardo or sena ? Break in really hurts

[@hypermotardking]

We all use the Sena Mesh.. all our riding buddies have it. I have a wired mic inside my helmet to my gopro and it barely captures the crackly conversation.. I think Cardo for vlogging has better gopro/bluetooth connectivity

[@chrisk1458]

@@hypermotardking ive heard sena cant deal with rain?

[@hypermotardking]

@@chrisk1458 Well been out in light rain and been ok - so far avoided torrential rain, so can’t say

[@germi1]

NIce bike man, enjoy it! How do you think it will do off-road with decent off-road tires?

[@hypermotardking]

Its on the list to try.. shud be easier than my 950 as its alot lighter - just need to swap some tyres over

[@germi1]

@@hypermotardking I’ll be watching this space then 👍

[@stevensmith743]

Seems like a fun kid's version. I recommend the 950. It's stupid fun.

[@hypermotardking]

I got the 950 SP too.. had it for 3-years and the 698 is a close competitor for the riding i do

[@chrisk1458]

For the normal user the 950 is the better allround bike. But whatever fits you ? I mean you dont drive a ninja h2 just because its faster than the 950 , different kind of fun.

[@hypermotardking]

@@chrisk1458 Hopefully the content on both bikes will give others the option to decide 👍🏻👍🏻

[@tonystrippoli4486]

You don’t need to use the clutch to go into a higher gear. Just roll off slightly and shift up. True for any bike.

[@hypermotardking]

I swear i did this sometimes either by mistake or auto-pilot thinking its got a Q/S 😂

[@paulhickman77]

Just use the clutch for a smoother change from 1st to second then clutch free the rest. Used to do this on my RD125, so much better.

[@fallougueye_eng]

I want know if it is a valide substitute of a Hypermotard 821 ?

[@hypermotardking]

I’ve never ridden the 821.. but if its as much fun as a 950 then its a hard call..

[@MotardPilot]

Guy on that gsxr or whatever it is , is a liability to ride with ☠️😂

[@hypermotardking]

Its a new bike for him.. jump up from a 600 and his first 1000cc… he’ll slowly learn power isn’t everything 😂

[@MotardPilot]

@@hypermotardking ahhh ok makes sense now. I remember my first 1000, I’ve owned a lot of bikes but the 698 hyper is the best all around machine I’ve ever had. The amount of confidence it inspires is amazing. Glad you got your bike finally man 😎

[@hypermotardking]

@@MotardPilot Perfectly described - inspires confidence 👍🏻

[@MrMandown46]

These really interest me, but the cheap look of the dash I hate and I absolutely cannot comprehend how the are asking the price they are. I know expensive electronics are a thing, but they are 100% just throwing a massive Ducati tax on there. Think I'll stick with my 950

[@hypermotardking]

@@MrMandown46 Its just a Ducati Tax.. and there is always someone willing to pay it

[@cristianchiari2697]

hey your speedometer is broken 🤣🤣

[@hypermotardking]

Needs to be arounf Wales 😭😭

[@szaesz8190]

that dual sport like break cabel is giving me the nerve. same sh!te on my crf300. hate it. nice bike otherwise

[@hypermotardking]

Hahha.. yeah i dont like it or its position.. it moves alot, not sure what can be done about it?

[@gordonatkins9135]

Hi Kal, nothing as boring as running a bike in…

[@hypermotardking]

Yeah.. the views/roads didn’t make it too bad