New Ducati Multistrada V4s vs 1260s ..Time For A Change??

[@hoodooguru5217]

Well done mate. Here in the USA we’ve all been itching to see a comparison video of the 1260s vs the V4. Keep doing these- would love to see more. 👍

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks a lot, appreciate it . Will definitely do more like this with other bikes too :)

[@hoodooguru5217]

@@ProjectMoto sure thing. Would love to see how this compares to the BMW S1000XR which seems to be a comparable bike on features for touring and sport-ish riding. The other obvious comparison is with the BMW GS for the more off-road stuff.

[@ElegyMoto]

Excellent and honest look at the two bikes - great stuff!

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks a lot, Glad you liked it :)

[@anthonyrene3379]

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[@yehudadamari4399]

@Anthony Rene instablaster =)

[@Kwaka28]

These bloke's are great, really liked the general talk.. thanks mate.. excellent test considering the conditions..

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks a lot, well there ok I guess 😂😂 Na appreciate it , yeah it wasn’t the best...still waiting for the roads to dry out!! Hope people get to the see the ends of the videos, it’s where all the fun and chats are :)

[@hoodooguru5217]

And my favorite comment you shared: “It’s so easy to go fast” Brilliant! 🤩

[@ProjectMoto]

Ha , it’s so easy , some will be surprised just how easy to ride and fast this bike is to ride.. obviously couldn’t really show to much but even in freezing wet conditions just made it easy, probably would of been better in a lesser mode but every likes a bike in sport mode right ??

[@hoodooguru5217]

@@ProjectMoto yeah. Hopefully you can get a nice warm day soon to do a full ride with your impressions. I’ve already got my deposit down for a V4S with April delivery. Looking forward to great riding on this great new model!

[@ProjectMoto]

@@hoodooguru5217 , hopefully sooner rather then later! I’m sure you will have a blast on the bike , enjoy :)

[@azeeuwnl1961]

Nice to see, test and hear about them side by side.

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks , looking forward to riding them again when it’s finally dry out :)

[@kaliday88]

Looks like a briliant bike. I was waiting for these to come out but i couldnt help myself so i got the Streetfighter V4S instead, hope i didnt make a mistake haha. Love the content, keep it up.

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks, this is a brilliant bike , may even be Ducati’s best all round bike, but for me personally and my size I prefer the Streetfighter, some will prefer the Multistrada for sure, I don’t think you can tell anyone what bikes the best as everyone is different and like different things, tbh I just enjoy riding bikes... usually in better conditions though :)

[@raypetrocelli595]

Another nice video & wish I could work with you guys, all the other videos plus yours makes me feel confident about ordering & owning my first Ducati Multistrada V4S & can't wait till it's at my dealership so I can finally get it home. Everyone stay healthy and safe & Go Ducati!!

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks very much , The v4 is definitely an awesome bike , a great improvement, for me anyway the way the engine is and how it rides over the 1260s but that is still only what I think, some people like twins so they might not prefer it, if I was to buy one I would get a test ride on them and see what one I like better, there both great bikes, like I say personally I would have the V4 , all of us that have rode it thinks it’s really good, can’t wait to have a go in the dry

[@bloomers100]

I'm hitting like before I've watched it, that's how much I like it!

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks , oh err for the video or the bike, hopefully both :)

[@bloomers100]

@@ProjectMoto your videos, its the bench mark of success

[@ProjectMoto]

@@bloomers100 wow dunno what to say, thanks a lot , just glad everyone is enjoying them

[@Kevin-px7so]

Thanks for the great video and appreciate the honesty. Excited to ride this when available here. Great bunch of guys you have there. Cheers from Thailand!

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks a lot , glad you enjoyed it , yeah sometimes there alright I guess 😂

[@alpsman2010]

Brilliant! love the banter and the honest opinions! looking forward to taking delivery of a V4S Sport Full in March/April!

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks a lot , enjoy your bike when you get it , personally Think it’s really good , can’t wait to try it in the dry ! Don’t know if you’ve seen any of my previous videos but people seem to like the banter and talks at the end of the videos, just something for a bit of fun :)

[@touchclarity]

After almost 20 years working in a garage, the banter in this vid really took me back (and made me smile broadly) .... :) .... As for the Bike, well 'visually' it doesn't do it for me, so I'm moving away from my 2018 Multi 1260s and across to a Diavel 1260s.... (and TBH... I can't wait) ...

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks , that’s nice to hear and glad you enjoyed it , everyone likes and wants different things from a bike personally although the Multistrada is really nice too rude it’s just too big for me and not my style of bike, i redden a Diavel a few times obviously and I really like the Diavel ,it’s the bike I think at the shop that most surprises people when they ride it with how fast and good the bike is , if you are a half decent rider you can surprise a few sport bikes down the lanes , bit windy on a motorway at high speeds, have you ridden one?

[@robs7741]

I like the styling of the 1260 better but the display on the V4 is awesome!

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah some will still prefer the look of the 1260, side by side the v4 to me just looks more modern, which obviously it is, new bikes do sometimes take a little while to get used to, still not sure about the radar part , I like the grills on the side and wings lower down on the new V4 ,but yeah the new display is really nice when your riding the bike

[@rickt.223]

Brilliant review. Thanks! It’s my next bike.

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks a lot !! Glad you enjoyed it, it wasn’t the best conditions out , been waiting for a better day to test it in the dry (unfortunately the weathers got worse since) to see how much difference the bigger front wheel makes compared to the 1260 but it was really good, get a demo ride on one as soon as you can :)

[@markhobson3219]

Another informative vid loving the banter too, be interesting to hear your thoughts when the roads let you give it a bit more focused riding, and see if that larger front wheel is noticeable compared to the 1260

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks, yeah be interesting to see, I mean they have changed a lot on the bike , well completely changed everything tbh so it’s not like they have just put a bigger front wheel on the 1260 , let’s hope it’s just as good, Na let’s hope they have made it even better with all the other changes too

[@esstee9595]

"...stuck the heated seat on, stuck the heated grips, put it in sport.....what more do you want?" Exactly!

[@ProjectMoto]

😂 exactly that, had a lot of comments about the front wheel , which no doubt putting a bigger front wheel on the 1260 would change how it handles a lot, but this is a totally different new bike, and I like it , just put heated bits on, put it in sport and enjoy it , looking forward to riding it in the dry :)

[@dalehawkes1698]

Great video thanks for going out in the freezing cold for us 👍

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks.. been waiting for the weather to get better... but got worse , snowing today ❄️

[@Shinysideup]

Looks an impressive bit of kit. Although I think I prefer the look of 1260s probably need to see the V4 close up to appreciate it.

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah it is Ian , not the best day to get to ride it, have waited for a better day but it’s actually been getting worse, first impressions is it’s better all over

[@ianlyall2212]

Cheers boys really good review , top job

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks a lot , appreciate it , I have done some more since but the next video is the Multistrada v 4 too :)

[@lakesbiker7286]

Thanks great vid, and what we all wanted the comparison V2 vs V4 test 🏍💨. Just thawing out up here in the Lakes, so will be enjoying my olde 1200 DVT Mutley, until I can see a V4 in the flesh once lockdown is eased. 👍👍

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks , yeah definitely get a test ride on one when things are a bit back to normal, let’s hope it’s sooner rather then later, I’m sure there’s some that will like the twin Multistrada characteristics and some the v4 ,me I like the v4 , the weather has been pretty grim for a few weeks now, roll on spring

[@leveilleurnonsilencieux2681]

thanks for the vid ! i have one question : i have the multi 1200 enduro model , 2016 ! i have 160HP , and 500 kms range ! why change for a V4 with only 319 kms range ? thanks

[@ProjectMoto]

Well the V4 Rally is the Endro of the V4 range.. that has an extra 10L Tank size so more range then the standard V4

[@richie3602]

Spot on review lads - I’d definitely pick Barbados over England for hols too 😂 on the bikes, great stuff. I’ve got a 1260s and will definitely now check out the v4. Cheers!

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks, Yeah I would love Barbados now , maybe we’re do a video when we are there 😂😂 be interesting to hear from the 1260 owners , who owning one have road it more day to day then I have what they think of the v4 when they ride it

[@Thomas-qk7wf]

The V4 may be better than the 1260 everywhere but it doesn't sound as good. IMO. The 1260 sounds brilliant where the V4 sounds bland. Even with the Akra exhaust. Thanks for the video, great job..

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks, appreciate it , yeah it sounds better in person tbh then on the video , and the Akrapovic can is just a end can , will be interesting to hear one with a full system, some will like the 1260 but yeah fir me the v4 is better everywhere when riding

[@SP-xd8gs]

you should hear my RS with full akra. turns heads

[@MrSimonfoz]

She’s a big girl, reminds me of my 1200 Enduro I would be interested to see them both side by side. Thanks for the vid guys.

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah she is, bit too big for me 😂 and thanks , will do another video when it’s dry any way so try to show them side by side more

[@MrSimonfoz]

@@ProjectMoto great thanks mate I’m 6’ 5” so I just about touch the floor lol.

[@ProjectMoto]

@@MrSimonfoz where as I need stepladders 😂

[@stiffler4181]

Thx for the review. Really waiting for that warm and dry day to do a more sport comparison. I am really curious about the 17 inch wheel vs the 19 inch one. Is the new multistrada at least as good as 1260 on curves or it feels like a bus with the big 19 inch wheel?

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks , yes so am I , initially it didn’t feel any worse at all , the ride felt better but tbh with how the roads were the bike wasn’t pushed at all in the bends to see but it’s definitely not a bus, can’t wait to ride it in when it’s dry to see

[@gregyoung6435]

Enjoyed the video, good assessment of both bikes. Bit tricky in parts for this northerner , bit like listening to Chaz & Dave on bikes.....

[@ProjectMoto]

Ha thanks , glad you enjoyed the video… well the bits you could understand … rabbit rabbit rabbit 😂

[@the_luki]

The sound is better on the old one. For the rest i prefer the new one :D

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah I get that some will prefer the sound of the twin , when I’m on the Panigale I prefer the sound of v2 to the v4 , but on the Multistrada I prefer the feel of the v4 engine, feels a lot smoother

[@raypetrocelli595]

Even with the akrapovic, not sure if I spelled that right, the sound wasn't great, maybe the regular exhaust is a better sound but usually the aftermarket offers choices

[@mwmw5351]

proper review on real roads, cheers.

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks , yeah was interesting ride , but tbh even in sport the V4s ( and 1260s tbh) handled it well, the V4s made it a lot easier though

[@helgejohan3604]

I want V2 🔥🤙

[@ProjectMoto]

The v2 engine in the Panigale works very good too

[@jbird330]

You get some really good viewing figures bud

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah can do I guess , appreciate them, some for just the content and hopefully sometimes as the viewers like my videos :)

[@iancharlton5530]

What another cracking bike.

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah it’s a great bike, looking forward to riding it in the dry and hopefully a bit warmer :)

[@ghowells5433]

Have a 1260 pikes peak will a full termi, brilliant bike.

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah very nice , don’t get me wrong the 1260 I think is a brilliant bike, the new V4 though seems a bit better in every area for me, no doubt some will still like the twin 1260 more, but for me I like the v4 engine

[@dankeene442]

Great review. Thanks for sharing.. ✌🏻

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks , glad you enjoyed it :)

[@coops6621]

Paul said the grips were too hot. I take it you can knock it down a bit if needed?

[@ProjectMoto]

Tbh I didn’t check as I had got off the 1260 with freezing cold hands and it was nice getting on the V4 as it warmed me up nicely, but Yeah you can turn them down to a lower setting if you want too

[@cpuuk]

Roll on the time we can go and test ride this puppy.

[@ProjectMoto]

Let hope we have a good spring and summer and things get back to a bit of normality soon!

[@Ronburgundy75]

Stop the press, the Ducati salesman prefers the new model to the old one! 😂😂😂

[@ProjectMoto]

😂 Mate tbh I don’t actually work for Ducati, nor the bike shop , I just like bikes and do this off my own back , makes no difference to me how many of these Ducati sell, wasn’t the best conditions for a complete back to back test but it just feels better to me with the v4 engine being smoother, probably where I have always owned Japanese bikes I like inline 4’s and v4 engines over twins , but that’s just me, met a lot of people who just like twins, no doubt some will still prefer the 1260

[@virajvrooms]

This is exactly what I was searching for. Any feedback on if I should buy a used 1260s or a 950s would be helpful. Both bikes have clocked similar mileage but the 1260s is selling at a bargain. What's bothering me are the refinement levels. 950s seems a tad more refined than the 1260s.

[@ProjectMoto]

Hmm it’s hard to say for someone else as we all ride and want different things form our bikes, they are both great bikes and both have more then enough power for the road, personally I would probably go for the 1260s but that’s just me

[@virajvrooms]

@@ProjectMoto Thanks

[@satchitysatch]

Love your videos entertaining and interesting brilliant!

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks a lot, appreciate it, glad u enjoy them :)

[@Patriot-Logic]

You hire a brilliant engineer from Aprilia you get what he is good at! Ducati is slowly losing its soul! You have a Red Aprilia at the upper tier of Ducati! At least it’s still a desmo trellis frame and single sided swing arm! Doh!

[@ProjectMoto]

Its not really my style of bike but like the new V4 Multistrada

[@TheAgalmic]

Maybe... just maybe Sport setting wasn't the best choice for the slippery conditions.

[@ProjectMoto]

Oh Yeah no doubt , but who don’t want to put a bike in sport and see what it’s like 😂😂

[@robertwotring7318]

The 17x4.5,/19f killed it for me before release. If they do a real sport model with 190/120-17 combo I’ll own one. I wish Ducati would just do a true St in the spirit of the St4 etc. They went too off-road oriented on this model. For most that’s a huge plus. I pedal bike off-road so I’ll never touch dirt on a Multistrada

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah some will prefer either the 1260 or the V4 depending on what they mainly use it for, engine preference etc..tbh I think most average riders would not really push the bike enough on the road anyway, it certainly does ride great at ‘slightly’ above average speed on the road ,they have changed so much with the whole bike it’s not like they have just put a bigger wheel on the 1260 which you would notice, when it’s dry I will take both bikes out again and see how , in the conditions we rode in it handled fine ,for me I would have a different type of bike if I was purely just riding on the road, there comfy and great to.ride but too big for me to live with day to day ,for off road I have my KTM150sx which is perfect for me .... mmm 2 stroke :)

[@robertwotring7318]

@@ProjectMoto i did several track days on my 1200 multistrada, currently have a V4SF as well. Great video!

[@ProjectMoto]

@@robertwotring7318 yeah I have seen quite a few Multistrada’s and SFv4’s on trackdays , just initial feeling is that the new V4 is better for me, I definitely like the v4 engine on it, but yeah if I was to own a Ducati I would have a Streetfighter v4 ,looks awesome, comfy and if you still want to have a blast with your friends on their sport bikes it’s more then enough to play with them on the road, the riding position makes it actually feel easier to do on the road for me... but for just a bit of fun a classic 250cc 2 stroke I would be more then happy with... not for only bike obviously , takes to much to keep them going 😂

[@roadglide]

Absolute Beauties. This bike needs mid level high lumen lights. ASAP.

[@tuckesic]

Hi, is it nimble as 1260s, easy to maneuver at low speeds?

[@ProjectMoto]

Hi yeah it was fine , tbh just pushing the bike around it feels so balanced which also is the same when riding it, haven’t had the weather yet to see exactly how much difference the bigger front wheel is compared to the 1260 but as soon as I can I will take it out again and see, was definitely, for me anyway, better then the 1260s

[@Thomo_qld]

So what's more thirsty on fuel any idea?

[@ProjectMoto]

Tbh haven’t ridden it enough to find out yet, been raining and snowing since I ride it !

[@edsonroadmoto]

I love my 1260s being a short rider of 66” and 165lbs.. something the current V4 wont help me with.

[@ProjectMoto]

I’m only a couple of inches taller then you and about the same weight , I like both . Maybe the lowered seat would help you, the V4 is an awesome bike though

[@ahenderson5553]

Gorgeous bike. Mate how tall are you? I am 5’6 so would the V4s be a good choice for me?

[@ProjectMoto]

Hi , I’m 5.8 .. maybe 5.7 without me heals 😂 So the bike is obviously not too big to ride when your on it and on the move ,, it’s not as high as the 950 Multistrada but I’m still not flat footed on the ground with the v4 like the 1260, what I would say is get a test ride on one or just sit on one with the seat in the lowest position, the height thing for me is only a problem when your sitting on a tall bike and yr on tip toes and pushing the bike backwards when yr sitting on it , especially uphill

[@ahenderson5553]

@@ProjectMoto thank you for your fast reply. That’s good to know. I think I will steal your idea with the heels 😝 maybe dress like prince at the same time!

[@ProjectMoto]

@@ahenderson5553 I think the wig for me would blow off 😂😂

[@huwchurch6011]

Looks and sounds like the dogs bollocks, what do you think of that 19 inch front wheel, has the 4 year warranty carried over to the MS V4?

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah I think it’s really nice, the wheel was fine in the conditions, they have changed everything on the bike, well tbh it’s a totally new bike , won’t really know until we get to push it a bit in better conditions I guess but it turns fine, yeah the warranty is still 4 years

[@davidwinfield-bennett7071]

Is there a waiting list for this bike?

[@ProjectMoto]

Where are you in the UK? Give these boys a shout at Ducati Chelmsford, the link is in the description or www.hysidemotorcycles.co.uk

[@blademanu7]

Cool video thks lads 😎👍

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks a lot, glad you enjoyed it :)

[@debabratapaikaray5341]

Is it more powerful than the 1260 enduro???

[@ProjectMoto]

They V4 engine has slightly more power and the 1260 has slightly more torque, they are similar weight too so not massive differences, the V4 delivers the power different to the twin engine of the 1260, you would have to test one to see what you prefer, personally I prefer the V4 but that’s just me :)

[@juanmcm]

Nice video and in my opinion isn't justified a change from the 1260 to the new V4 (maybe only for the technology of the radars) but, the engine is very nice in both models and, *the price of the V4 is so high* for now I know it can be justified... Or maybe not

[@ProjectMoto]

Thanks , appreciate it, yeah some will still like the twin 1260 engine but tbh I have now spoke to a lot of long term Multistrada riders who have ridden the V4 now and they can’t believe how good it is , and better in all aspects, if you like the Multistrada you should try and get a demo ride on one , I’m sure you would be impressed with the bike, and yeah it’s a lot of money.. but a lot of bike too

[@juanmcm]

@@ProjectMoto yes yes, I agree with you on every aspect but I mean that maybe if you own a 1200 standard or S model yes can be a good idea change to the V4 and of course if you drive in road and short or little easy off road... I think that the 170 hp are good but I miss it had a little more torque but is still great The most interesting thing is that many _Ducatisti_ people (fans of _Ducati)_ claimed that the _V4_ not desmo engine is a *Heresy* and now can't stop riding! Anyway, good job and nice channel

[@davidwinfield-bennett7071]

What spec is it? Price otr?

[@ProjectMoto]

This is the V4s with the Full pack (they do 4 different packs and also different colours and wheels which can change the price ) the full pack comes with panniers too but they are not on the bike at the moment but I think this model is £21,495.

[@lpete531]

The difference between a 17 inch and 19 inch wheel

[@ProjectMoto]

Tbh with how the roads were didn’t really get to see in the bends , will have to ride it on a dry road to see how it is when u push the bike a bit , they have changed the bike a lot with the frame, engine and swingarm etc so the bikes are different in a lot of ways so will see how different overall it makes it turn when it’s a bit less slippery

[@angelodaniele641]

I drove new multi on saturday on a very good twisty with dry and I went a bit fast.... I had multi 1260s till october... Sorry but even if the bike is better in all the aspect (except for the sound, very poor) I simpy didnt like at all the 19" front wheel. Yes the gearbox is really better.

[@ProjectMoto]

That’s interesting, still not had a time to ride in the dry yet, in the conditions we rode it it felt good on the v4 but didn’t get to push it in the bends ,yeah I guess the sound won’t be any better until a full system is on the bike , When we put a full system on a 1260 it was very loud :) there are people for sure who will like the 1260 and others the v4 ,

[@angelodaniele641]

@@ProjectMoto Don't get me wrong.... It's a great bike... But I had all the multi (except the multi 1000) I had hyper 821sp... and many other bikes but all with 17-17. I simply cannot digest a 19 on a road bike, that's what it is for me a bike with 170hp and 240kg... I really didnt like the gyroscope effect that give less handling, well... not less... but different. less nervous, but the good one. The things that can be the same for every road bike (with all the difference in position and component). But the wheels was one of the same parameters that you used to have in every bike. Well, I cannot digest, simpy cannot do that. I want a crossover, not an enduro. MY fault, the market want that.

[@ProjectMoto]

@@angelodaniele641 oh yeah totally understand what yr saying , looking forward to it being dry to see, initially for me I prefer the bike , I am lucky enough to ride whatever bike for whatever kind of ride I want , I have not owned an Multistrada to get used to the bike as such over a long constant time of riding one but have rode them a few times , both are very good bikes but I guess it depends on what you use it for as well

[@angelodaniele641]

@@ProjectMoto I'm mad. with ducati Now I think I will buy a ktm supeduke GT o a bmw s1000XR. But... I dont like a in line 4.... and... I will cry for the devaluation when I will change bike. In Italy KTM and S1000xr didnt keep the price like ducati o a bmw GS. Any suggestion? Maybe I just should make me fit the 19wheel and buy multi v4. Dont know yet. Cause coronavirus we cannot drive out of our region so I dont care about the bike right now.

[@ProjectMoto]

@@angelodaniele641 this is why it’s hard , to me there is not a best bike for everyone, everyone rides different , has different needs from a bike , me I like classic 2 stroke bikes, I have so much fun riding something like that , yeah they don’t stop,not as fast or handle like new bikes but I enjoy riding them, for me if I had a bike I loved and enjoyed it I wouldn’t change it anyway ... I only ever used to change bikes when I crashed them 😂 I don’t think anyone can say this is the best bike or you should buy this etc as everyone is so different, I love the Streetfighter v4 , but I know someone who bought one and couldn’t get on with it, whereas I know others who love it , some will just love the handling and twin engine still of the 1260 but I like the smoothness of the new V4 , we had a bmw at the shop the other day and it’s just too big of a bike for my liking , others love the bike, the COVID is not helping at all as people can’t get around and test the bikes

[@phatlakersfan1]

Multistrada 1200/1260 was unique in a sense that it has 17” wheels, it can keep up with any sport bike on mountain roads, and is a wild torque monster. This new bike is NOT as good looking, it’s got the wrong wheel size for mountain roads, it has less torque so you gotta rev it higher to get the same fun out of it. I’m just having a hard time understanding how this bike is more exciting!!! Comfortable sure but exciting no way. Give me a 1260 and I’ll smoke this V4 on mountain roads. It’s and ehhhh bike for me.

[@ProjectMoto]

For sure some will prefer the 1260 , especially if they have had one for a while , same as some like the 1299 Panigale over the v4 etc, just personal preference, a lot of when a bike smokes another bike is more down to the riders ability and confidence, tbh when I’m out I rarely see anyone pushing a bike and riding it hard on the road, guess it depends on how and what someone wants to use it for , hopefully it will be dry soon to see what it’s like :)

[@bikall1]

Damn now i need to trade in my 1200S

[@ProjectMoto]

Have a test ride of one , it’s an awesome bike and probably one of Ducati’s best overall bikes but some will prefer the 1260s or a monster, some a Streetfighter, some a Panigale etc... personally I like the Streetfighter just cause it fits me better and I like the way it rides but this is really good.. lucky for me I don’t have to decide which one to buy

[@kevinmill7965]

Shame unable to do side by side roll on to see if 1260 out grunted v4

[@ProjectMoto]

There’s not a lot in it either way I don’t think, it’s hard to tell with the V4 as it’s so smooth .. speed feels very different on different bikes even though it may actually be the same

[@eoved1]

I want back 17 inch front wheel, 1260 design and the same wonderful rider seat.

[@ProjectMoto]

i haven't actually riding the bike again yet because of the weather but the bike felt fine with the bigger wheel at normal, sometimes a bit above normal speeds but wasn't really pushing it in the bends, the design is obviously different to the 1260 but i actually quite like the new one and most that have seen it in the flesh have said the same, as for the seat its comfy , have you seen or sat on the new one yet? everyone will have their own preference between the 1260 and the v4 i guess

[@iSVX1103]

Which feels mote brutal and aggressive to ride V4 or 1260? If there’s not a huge difference then I would go for a 1260 :)

[@ProjectMoto]

The V4 feels faster to me, the v4 engine has a similar power delivery to the twin but is a lot another and easier to ride.. just depends if you like a twin or a v4 engine really , they are both great bikes

[@kialmiart5928]

The only thing i don't like with this beauty is the sound.😅

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah it’s not that loud tbh .. can’t wait to hear one with a full system though :)

[@kialmiart5928]

@@ProjectMoto yeah even with a full system. Multistrada V4 sounds different from other inline 4 like z1000. Inline four shoul have a very refined sound even with the default exhaust.

[@ProjectMoto]

@@kialmiart5928 yeah it will sound different to an in-line 4 engine obviously, but will still sound better with the full system , the Panigale and Streetfighter v4 sound good with a full system

[@kialmiart5928]

@@ProjectMoto i haven't seen one yet with full system. I hope it could surpass the sound of kawasaki ninja ZX-25R with only 250cc displacement.

[@eoved1]

Ducati desided to change their approach for this Adventure motorcycle which is Less a road bike and more Enduro motorcycle. You can see it with 19 inch wheel and rear the double sided swingarm. Beside there is the design itself which is not Classy anymore. Personally i am disappointed from this new design and probably will not upgrade for the new one.

[@ProjectMoto]

I prefer the v4 to the 1260 , others will like the 1260, you should test ride it , it’s not like they put the 19” wheel straight on the 1260, the v4 is a totally different bike, for me I would only buy an adventure style (not just Ducati) if I used it for enduro and adventure style holidays riding trails etc so if they made it more Adventurer that would be a bonus for me for that style of bike, but I understand people ride them for their comfort on the road and most 1260 have never seen anything but tarmac but then again if I want to ride off road I would ride my KTM150SX... for me on the road id have a Streetfighter V4 for a blast about ... and if I really wanted some fun I’d have an old classic 2 stroke :)

[@LeeB132]

Oooh you did well going out in that weather, as always great fun to watch 👍. P.s why do all Ducati’s sound like the battery is about to go flat? Cheers Lee B.

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah was a bit slippery out but still great fun , the twin cylinder engines are all just like that with the way they are built

[@UncleWally3]

Ahh, the dilemma; to sell a few organs now or wait until I’m reincarnated rich.

[@ProjectMoto]

😂😂 that’s pretty much my dilemma with every bike I ride ... only my organs probably ain’t worth much and if I was reincarnated I’d probably poorer 😂😂

[@kylekyle8131]

Was that an argument in the beginning?

[@ProjectMoto]

Ha Na , he is like a bear with a sore head when he’s hungry 😂

[@kylekyle8131]

@@ProjectMoto oh okay, i understand 😂

[@elithegreat6463]

When do you folks not have a Miserable day of Weather over there in the UK ??

[@ProjectMoto]

Ha ,occasionally it’s good 😂 well about 3 months of the year the sun comes out once a week just to remind us of what we’re missing

[@newtonmetres]

Didnt like the looks of the V4 initially but now its growing on me though it looks kinda HONDA-ISH. Dont like the radar setup-i guess one day it will be on all top-tier bikes , TFT looks fantastic and exhaust too is better than the twin.I guess a 1260 owner wouldnt notice the difference with the narrower rear tyre and taller front but the old wheel size looks better with the macho 190 rear. Really enduro and Pikes Peak models puzzle me-whos gonna take their ultra-costly Ducati off-road?? Hands up 1260 owners who go bush?

[@ProjectMoto]

I think the same mate tbh , I really don’t think the average rider will notice the difference in the overall ride other then the v4 is smoother ,for me it initially feels better overall , I much prefer the v4 engine, some will like the twin ,The v4 is a totally different bike so it’s not like they stuck a 19” wheel straight on a 1260 that someone has got used to for years , yeah it might ride different to the 1260 but every bike rides different, had people who preferred their 1299 Panigale over their new V4 , just peoples personal preferences and riding styles, personally I wouldn’t have a Multistrada, it’s a brilliant all round bike but just not my style of bike, if I want to go off road I use my KTM dirt bike , but if I was to go off touring around trails and mountains etc then a Multistrada and a set of different tyres for more off road would be brilliant ... but to expensive for me to do or risk

[@jchakrab]

how come you guys are putting miles on brand new bikes...i wouldn't touch that bike...

[@jq001]

It’s there demo bike, it’s meant to be ridden.

[@ProjectMoto]

They are both demo bikes , they are not for sale , just for people to ride and test the bikes before they decide to purchase one

[@jchakrab]

@@jq001 lucky we rarely get a demo bike here in bay area...

[@ProjectMoto]

@@jchakrab that’s a shame mate

[@beano6452]

9:33 is ‘running in’ not a thing anymore 😂

[@Ivorbigaone]

I prefer the look of the 1260

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah the 1260 is a bit smaller and I like the single sided swingarm , personally I like the grill and wings in the side of the v4

[@Asgardsrei]

I prefer the look of the 1260 as well, looks sportier.

[@Patriot-Logic]

New bike is not as good looking as the 1260 and it is bulky! Dash looks nice and I’m sure it’s a great bike! A traditional Ducati not so much! Missing the L twin, desmo valve train, trellis frame and single sided swing arm! Great bike I’m sure it is but not that Ducati experience!

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah and no doubt there will be a few people who think exactly the same, me personally I prefer the V4 engine , others will only like the twin engine , they are both really goods bikes so for me if I wanted a Multistrada I would just test ride both and see what was best for me

[@Chr-Re-ie]

A 19-inch front wheel 😬 and a 170/60 rear, are not really something the sportier all-road rider is looking for 🤢 Stick to my 2018 1260S 😁

[@ProjectMoto]

Yeah for sure usually I would agree but having ridden it , yeah not in the best conditions to really test the bike at speed on the road but it actually felt easier to ride , be interesting to see what it’s like in the dry and how much difference it makes

[@Chr-Re-ie]

@@ProjectMoto I believe he steers well and drives well as long as it is about tourist cruising. from the moment you really hit the throttle on twisty roads you will feel the difference between a 17 inch wheel and a 19 inch wheel. A 19-inch wheel simply steers slower than a 17-inch wheel, if you then turn the throttle a bit harder with a large lean angle, the 170/60 rear tire will play tricks on you. With a 170/60 rear tire with a large lean angle you have much less rubber on the asphalt than with a 190/55 so for really sporty rides give me a 17 inch front wheel and a 190/55 tire size at the rear. for the rest, nice motorcycle, but we are used to that from Italians .

[@ProjectMoto]

@@Chr-Re-ie oh yeah for sure , will see what it’s like in the dry , they have changed a whole lot with the rest of the bike so will see how it all works together , tbh I am fan of the Streetfighter v4 , just fits me better and like how it rides other then that it’s a classic 2 stroke for me :) The v4 and 1260 are both great bikes and everyone will have their favourite I just think this Multistrada V4s is a lot better for me personally for this type of bike then the 1260 where as some will prefer the small wheel and the twin engine , depends on how they ride and what they use it for the majority of the time I guess

[@robertwotring7318]

Same!

[@jimleveilleur2510]

mes amis attention vous roulez à gauche

[@paddygrant2263]

I was looking at this as a shit weather winter bike. Doesn't do anything my Monster does. Based on this demo, i won't even be looking into it any further.

[@ProjectMoto]

what monster do you have ? tbh the Multistrada v4 is a totally different bike to ride and has more functions then a monster, it wasn't really a demo of the bike and what it does was just have a ride of it against the 1260, it was good and would of rather of been on a Multistrada (either of them) in the winter then any other ducati, i wouldn't buy one as they are not really my style of bike (nor can i afford one) but can appreciate what they can do, i doubt most of these will be used for what they were designed for at £22k

[@paddygrant2263]

@@ProjectMoto 821 Stealth 19MY, so has loads of trick bits as standard on it. Only cost £10k brand new as well!

[@tancakar8987]

1260 looks like a ducati the other one looks like suzuki V strom. what a shame, what a SHAME!

[@ProjectMoto]

I kinda like the new one , apart from the front where the radar part is , and needs a tail tidy for me, but quite like the grill and wing parts on the sides, it’s bigger but in the flesh looks a bit more sporty then the 1260 , both nice bikes, there will definitely be some who prefer the 1260 and some the v4

[@dagaines152]

Why do all the European riders block the speedo? Is the gov spying on your videos? 😆

[@ProjectMoto]

Oh did I block the Speedo with my logo for advertising??😂 I’ve ever we don’t just get a fine, we get points and too many points you loose your license… points makes prizes and the prize is a ban :(

[@ΖΕΤΑΕΜΜΑΝΟΥΗΛΙΔΟΥ]

When you say "smooth" you mean VFR 1200 smooth?

[@ProjectMoto]

Ha now I haven’t ridden theVFR1200 , which I think is the one with the duel clutch auto gearbox? Now I guessing that is seamless as I had a car with a similar gearbox which I couldn’t deal when it changed gear, obviously it’s not like that but it’s very smooth compared to other bikes I have ridden with a quick shifter or standard clutch and gear lever , I just feels nice and smooth when you change gears, do you have a VFR1200? What’s it like to ride ?

[@ΖΕΤΑΕΜΜΑΝΟΥΗΛΙΔΟΥ]

@@ProjectMoto I had one back in 2012 but the one with the manual gearbox,really good bike,velvet smooth a lot of torque but it did not fit in any category, after a year I changed to a zzr 1400,I think that I want 100% out of my bikes,anyway I think that this Honda v4 suit's better the cross tourer, can't wait to test drive the Multistrada v4!!!Cheers from Greece!

[@bolwell]

But do you buy a Ducati for "smooth" ? Yeah Nah...

[@victorcosta9590]

THE V4 LOOKS MORE GERMAN THAN ITALIAN. THE 1260 IS ONE OF THE BEST LOOKING BIKES ON THE MARKET. YOU CAN SEE VOLKSWAGANS INFLUENCE ON THE NEW V4 DUCATI.

[@ProjectMoto]

I think as always with new bikes some will like the 1260 and some the v4 , maybe subconsciously that’s why I prefer the v4 (except for the radar part at the front) as I like German cars maybe ??

[@eoved1]

The v4 maybe better but he is ugly design, what happened to Ducati designers....?

[@ProjectMoto]

I prefer the styling on the front on the 1260 as I’m not sold on the look of the radar on the front of the v4 , the rest looks ok to me :)

[@timmythetank]

Pity the multi v4 is so much uglier than the 1260

[@ProjectMoto]

Everyone’s gonna like different styles and looks , I probably prefer the new V4 now but then I see it everyday so getting used to it, but then they are not really my style of bike to look at any way :)

[@timmythetank]

@@ProjectMoto I can't get past the air conditioning vent on the side fairing or the removal of the single sided swing arm🤦🏻‍♀️