Multistrada Touring & Panniers 58L vs 73L & 48L Topbox

[@justthewayitis]

*** Currently editing the next episode (Part-9) in the Multistrada series, I will release this on Thursday 14th April***

[@nathanhank9160]

I must say as a newer 2014 Multi owner I find your videos extremely helpful and very well put together. Thank you for doing these videos.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Nathan. Your very welcome. I started the multistrada series for exactly that reason... you see, when I started looking in 2018 for a new bike I couldn't find the info i wanted in one place, so now 3 years later I thought why not give something back... hence the series and the hope that future owners of these wonderful bikes might gain a little from what I and other owners have experienced. Also many long term owners have contributed comments and shared the upgrades they have done... which all adds to helping new owners find the info they need. Best wishes Carl

[@Desmotube100]

Could you make a video of how to proper cleaning a multistrada? You motorcycle looks absolutely amassing and detailed. Cheers.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Desmo P, welcome to the channel, I think there are many motorbike detailing videos already. The "Missenden Flyer" has several good ones Andy keeps all his bikes looking like new. Carl

[@RikkyTang]

Wow rubber over-boots take me back to adverts for what I think were called Derri boots in the 80's/90's 😊

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Rikky, yes indeed and they work really well and still provide nice feel and control. Carl

[@alanseetwo9982]

Very useful information, especially the wheel nut, and thank you for sharing!

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Alan, thank you, glad it was some help. Carl

[@fredzuccarelli]

Great series. Came across your channel as I try to decide on my new bike. Hurricane in Florida destroyed my 2022 1250RT. I'm trying to decide if I replace the rt.....or go 1250gsa / V4 rally. Interesting glitch with your right foot during the rain. I love the V4 rally.....but the shaft drive on the bmw may win!!! Your thoughts????

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Frederico it’s a nice problem you have !!! Both are fabulous motorbikes so my advice is to Road test both ideally the same day or within a few days of each other. And hopefully on the same roads that you normally ride. The V4 is the more sporty option but both are very good. Have you looked at depreciation valves in Florida ? It might not be a concern for you but here in Europe the BMW holds its value very well. What type of riding do you do ? Is it one or two up ? Do you go on long tours ? Dealerships location? Let me know Carl

[@fredzuccarelli]

@@justthewayitis mainly paved roads rider....occasional gravel road. Try to do 1 or 2 like Iong trips a year. USA based but also do tours abroad where I'd rent a bike for that trip. The RT was a great touring bike.....just looking to mix things up a bit. Love the boxes engine and shaft drive....but there is something about that V4 Rally!!!! Always solo riding!!!! My trips are usually 2-3 weeks long. Occasional camping but as I age I'm getting spoiled with hotels!

[@justthewayitis]

Then book that V4 test ride 🙋🏻‍♂️ Let me know what you think after your testing. Carl

[@brianegan5372]

You said that you would get internal bags for the panniers other than the Ducati original. What internal bags were you thinking of?

[@justthewayitis]

There are quite a few on eBay that have an additional compartment above the main bag inner on the right hand side bag. (above exhaust) Providing more storage. And the bags are a little larger allowing for more storage. Carl

[@Ff6022]

Hi, me again. I see you switch between having the top box and not. When you remove the frame work for the box. What do you replace instead of the bolts? Are they the little plastic arrow pieces? Or do you just have and open nut? Cheers. Still chasing the misfire too. Cheers for the assistance

[@justthewayitis]

Yes I use bolts, I ordered Titanium ones from ebay. I use bolts to keep the threads clean and clear. Removing and refitting the frame becomes very quick and easy after a few goes. Dont forget to use bolts on the foot peg pannier mounting points if you choose to remove these too. That area gets very dirty fast. Carl

[@billymagee9650]

Have you tried adding additional bags to this pannier /top box system ?? I know with the square metal panniers it’s much easier to add luggage but interested to find out if possible to add to these irregular shaped panniers . Tia Billy

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Billy, I have not tried that, but i would think it's much easier with the traditional square boxes. If you need the extra space on top of normal panniers, you probably will benefit from the extra space the square design offers. If i was going on a longer tour, i would probably invest in the square box type system. Carl

[@billymagee9650]

@@justthewayitis thanks for the reply buddy

[@justthewayitis]

There are some soft bags that wrap over the pillion seat, and they might rest on the top of the odd shaped panniers, but I have not tried them. Carl

[@TheCvac]

Do you think the black givi maxia 5 with the red reflector is better quality than the OEM one? Cheapest I can find the oem top case is around 600 eurous...

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Givi make the luggage systems for several manufacturers including Ducati. So the quality is comparable to OEM.I have not tried or used the Maxia 5 but my Givi topbox has been great and I’m very happy with it Regards Carl

[@Simon-fm8yc]

I've got the 56l Kappa box. Worth researching and a good price. Pretty sure it's made by Givi.

[@bluebaaron748]

Hi there, just picked up a 13 Pikes Peak - does the 48L top case PN ‎96784210B come with everything needed to mount or do I need to buy the sub rack as well? Thanks and great vids

[@justthewayitis]

Hi, good question, I’m honestly not sure if the PP comes with top case mounting already installed from new. I think it did on all 2011 - 2014 bikes but I’m not 100% sure. You could call any local Ducati dealer and ask the parts department that question , have your chassis number ready. Thank you for your feedback on the series. The PP 2013 is a beautiful motorbike 👍 lucky you. Carl

[@ajboertien]

Hi Carl, what is the speedometer deviation when you do this sprocket change?

[@justthewayitis]

Hi, I dont have the exact difference, but it's about a 7 mph difference at top speed, so that would indicate approximately 3 mph at around 70mph. So basically its almost not noticeable in terms of speedometer deviation. If you want to be 100% sure, at the end of my video is a website to go to.... where you can check the exact data. Best wishes Carl

[@danmcgowan4761]

Hello, do you know if the 55mm rear socket is the same for a 2019 multistrada 950s? Thank you!

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Dan, the 950 and 950s does not use the same style single sided setup as the 1200/1260 series, so no 55mm nut. I believe you have a traditional double sided swing arm, so will most likely need a 36mm bi-hex socket, but check your manual first. Carl

[@danmcgowan4761]

@@justthewayitis thank you very much for the help! Believe it or not that info really helped. Just road the bike for the first time today and love it. Bummer our ridding season in Vermont is coming to an end. Thanks!

[@justthewayitis]

Your very welcome. The season is slowly ending here in Germany too.... Carl

[@TheCvac]

I just purchased a 2012 ABS model. It has no top case on it but I am looking to purchase one(used). I have 4 screw holes on the back of my bike,do I have to buy a special adapter plate along with the official case?

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Cvac and welcome, each style of top case will need a mounting base or rack onto which you then mount your chosen case. Without seeing your bike it’s hard to answer so one thing you can do is Google your bike and year model and look at the bmw OEM mounting schematics to identify what you might need. Or if you are going down the original route pop into your local dealer and talk with them they are normally very helpful and friendly Hope this helps Carl

[@Simon-fm8yc]

Never experienced yhe wet right foot and I've done 40k miles on mine.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Simon it might just be the position I have my feet on the pegs, but I always got a very wet foot. Carl

[@richbrock9876]

Took my panniers off when I first got. Can’t get em back on now, horrible design

[@justthewayitis]

Oh dear…. Are yours the standard plastic ones or the metal ones that mount on the rack system Carl

[@richbrock9876]

@@justthewayitis standard plastic…after much banging and huffing and puffing and holding my tongue right I got em back on 😃

[@justthewayitis]

Well done 👍

[@stephanmiller8244]

i line up the bottom slide first and then the two top tabs and slide forward, go on most times first go. Another tip is light coat of silicone spray .