Riding Bikes | 2018 Ducati Monster 821 | First Impressions around NYC v1344

[@SugihartoTanuwijaya]

just go ahead and buy it already!!!

[@ducatinyc]

Had to pass on this specific one. But.... soon :)

[@kedwin79]

@@ducatinyc Stealth!

[@2thePtBassTuT]

"Obviously this thing can lane split like a banana..." Uh ... that would be a banana split.. :^)

[@ducatinyc]

EXACLY! the good ol banana split.

[@deltaalpha42]

I prefer your older one, it has less electronics, has a better exhaust sound and is more original 👍🏻😁

[@ducatinyc]

Well to be fair this one has as stock exhaust and it sounds NASTY with proper pipes. As far as electronics - agreed. Original also agreed - not many 620's out there.

[@DilyanKaraivanov]

S2R, S4R, S4Rs, 695 the last real Ducati for real Man. Real mans don’t need a quick shifter after 2004... ;)

[@petrolpancakes2946]

Totally agree. The 696 and models after got rid of the sexy looks, full trellis frame, analog gauges, etc. No thank you.

[@ducatinyc]

Haha different strokes for different folks :)

[@DilyanKaraivanov]

@@ducatinyc First think that fell me in love with Monsters are easy maintenance like changing air filter, plastic tank - no rust forever, battery, fuses... No plastic parts like newer models... or battery under the rear suppression like 821. Sorry for newer models, but my old Monster 620/2004 has clutch-less shifting up and down and enough power to beat Kawasaki Z1000 and BMW K1300R on curve roads and mountain passes :D My dream bike is still S4R, but don't have a money for him :)

[@MeatandMotorcycles]

I am honored to have DucatiNYC vlog my bike into the vlogasphere!!! Glad you enjoyed your brap around town. The bike will be missed, but not as much as knowing I was riding the same streets as you on a daily basis. Hope to see you on the other side of the pond soon so we can go for a ride around the boot!

[@ducatinyc]

THANK YOU for giving me the opportunity to ride your beast. I still regret not buying it and I do hope to link up with you in Italy one of these days for a delicious tour.

[@robertlis9835]

I have a 2020 821 & love it. Engine heat is a bit of a bitch if it is hot outside - It can get hot enough to burn your leg a little. You just gotta keep moving on this bike. Engine stalling is a weird issue - if the engine not fully warmed up - when you rev high & then rapidly engine break, it can stall. Not sure if it's "the character" or an engineering problem.

[@ducatinyc]

Thats a bit weird and was unsettling since if it happened mid turn it could be an issue. A real shame. I hope its something that can be fixed. And heat, I dont mind. Congrats on the 2020 821! Lucky Duc!

[@carlosbelosilva]

Do it! Just do it !👍

[@ducatinyc]

Oh man. I feel like I'm dissapointing so many folks :)

[@carlosbelosilva]

@@ducatinyc not at all! But sometimes you just need to do it. Life is short!

[@marczellufful]

Made the switch from a 620ie to the 821 2 months ago. I can serously recommend it... 👍👍Ciao from the Netherlands.

[@ducatinyc]

Nice! What year? Have you had any issues at all?

[@marczellufful]

@@ducatinyc Year is 2015, 9000km on the clock. The only issue i've had was a flat back tire last Sunday.....😃. Bike is built under "Audi supervision ".....

[@ilpuntouk]

the same day I bought my s1000r my best buddy got his 821, I remember riding back from the dealers, looking at his monster thinking how good it looked compared to my german soulless chunk of metal...unfortunately 110 hp just don't do it for me...but man that thing is gorgeous...

[@G1lgamesj]

Lucky for you they have a monster 1200 that looks the same

[@rocksteady8986]

If 110hp isn't enough you're not riding you're drag racing. You gotta quit looking at spec sheets

[@ducatinyc]

Man, 110hp is PLENTY for me. My baby Monster with only 62hp got me in plenty of trouble with the law, double or tripple that I'd be in real trouble :)

[@yoxinsky7051]

Hi, I own a 2019 821 and had some stalling issues but here are some tips: Do not downshift from second gear to first until you come to a stop, but most important thing: when starting the bike wait until the engine warms up a bit. Love my 821

[@ducatinyc]

Yea thats the bike that i see myself on in the future.

[@davidepaltrinieri3535]

Long time no see!! Glad you are doing fine and looking for a new Monster! One of the reason the engine may be shutting down is because it's working on a very lean fuel/air mixture to rudece pollution. I know that because before purchasing a Monster I was looking at some Ducati Scramblers, some users where reporting this issue. Those 2 bikes share the same engine if I remember correctly. One thing for sure, the 620 sounds way better. I finally got to enjoy my Monster after having it delivered a couple days before quarantine, I fookin love it!

[@williambedell3470]

797 has the same engine. Scramblers and 797's are air cooled. 821's are water cooled.

[@ducatinyc]

Well to be fair the 821 has a stock pipe while mine is a wide open Mivv. And the stalling issue, who knows. Hard to tell exactly. And like William said - 797 and Scramblers have the same engine - 821 is another beast.

[@terr256]

just bought a new 2020 821. Can't wait to pick it up

[@ducatinyc]

Hell yes! I bet you're stoked. What did you have before?

[@killerQueenKira]

so you just pulled over in cat's street. Nice. Btw, get this beauty. I did your exact same route: had the 620 for many many years, recently switched to the 821 and loving every bit of it! Mine was also a dark one, and i've gotta admit, i thought ducati red was a little bit too "standard" for my tastes, but in reality, it's not standard... its' effin classic!

[@ducatinyc]

I hear ya. Ducati Red is a bit too strong for me :) 620 to 821 seems like a natural progression :)

[@PerformanceArt19]

My monster 1200s did that twice when I first rode it. The clutch plates bunching up. It sorts it self out. Nothing to worry about. I myself never have had a problem with heat either. Not sure why it’s such a “hot topic” ( pun intended) when talking about Ducati’s. my R1 got way hotter than my 1200s

[@ducatinyc]

Yea i've never been bothered by the Ducati heat, and i have an old ass air cooled bike. And yea, i should have picked up this 821 - it was steal of a deal.

[@MrMistermoges]

i know nothing about bikes but this thing is sexy looking. your 620 sounds better though, at least on video. i assume this thing has the stock exhaust?

[@ducatinyc]

Yea this one has a stock exhaust, indeed. I loved it but its not quite time for me to buy it yet.

[@TheFighterbike]

A very good bike indeed, they're awesome! Honestly i feel like you would grow tired of not being able to stretch it's legs properly in the city, but you just have to experience it for yourself obviously. A 696 would be a great modern monster for the city, but you just do you and enjoy the big boy! Either way, all Ducati monsters are awesome bikes anyways, so you can't really go wrong. I love watching your videos and i can't wait to see what you end up buying! Ride safe out there! :)

[@ducatinyc]

Can't really go wrong - like you said. I like the 696 and 796 but I want to go a bit more modern than that - plus i just LOVE the color dash, silly, i know. Decisions decisions :)

[@petrolpancakes2946]

I'm happy you addressed the seat height/riding position of this new Monster compared to your old M620. Considering you've toured thousands of miles on your bike, have you considered ways to increase comfort-- like an aftermarket seat and changing bars and/or adjustable footpegs?

[@ducatinyc]

I have a comfortable Corbin seat on my bike. I dont mind the pegs :)

[@spetersonmusic]

Stalling like that raises a big red flag to me on this specific bike, but I used to have a Triumph Street Triple R that had similar specs - it was a fun little ripper. If and when you go, another issue you have to deal with is the possibility of theft since you are a city dweller. That's a very attractive bike. But I'll tell you, you fit on that bike.

[@ducatinyc]

Yea, it did raise a big huge flag, one of the reasons I decided to pass on this one. Theft, yes. Especially once I make it all sexy with a Motodemic and Mivv's and such. I would be infinitely more concerned with my bikes safety if I get the 821.

[@tedwitus]

that spaceship stalled the monster

[@ducatinyc]

You're not wrong hahahaha I gotta go explore it

[@edsoncarvalho9297]

Your bike has a better sound, but the Power this bike is insane.

[@ducatinyc]

this bike also has stock exhaust - with some MIVV's it would be beastly.

[@edsoncarvalho9297]

@@ducatinyc You can be sure of that, I have ducati hyperstrada 821 2015. is the same power.

[@dariuszmarkowicz574]

I intend to buy the same motorcycle in spring. I fell in love at first sight. Hope you decide to buy.

[@ducatinyc]

I did not buy this specific one but a 821 is still very much in my future. Love it.

[@MrGeauxtard]

Forget the Ducati, let's talk about the spaceship on the side of the road at 9:25

[@losttogether4ever]

Ya what the heck was that....sorry to be off topic but what was that and why are all those cats hanging around!!! Go back and give us a video!!

[@petrolpancakes2946]

@@losttogether4ever Holy shit! What is that?

[@ducatinyc]

Yea as I was watching back the footage I can NOT believe I didnt take the opportunity to do my little photoshoot with it as a background. I promise to go back and explore that thing and get some damn answers!

[@MrGeauxtard]

@@ducatinyc the people NEED answers..if you hear voice asking if you want some candy.....hmmm..still go in!

[@Shinob66]

Hey I just so your video. I both his bike before he left to Italia .. that’s insane... I love it

[@ducatinyc]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed! :)

[@nikiro4779]

This would be the logical next bike for you! But your 620 is also cool - maybe you'll find a newer 620 stealth with low mileage? For urban riding the 620 is probably better (and more reliable) the 821 had her issues with e-throttle and so on.. and for the sake of keeping your licence: de-power!

[@ducatinyc]

Thats what I'm thinking too - i'm keeping my 620 either way and I"m wondering about reliability of these new ducatis vs old.

[@sorecawk]

Bike looks good on you bro. Nice down blips on a new throttle and clutch too. I think it's a great match

[@ducatinyc]

It is def a great match and the bike i been eyeing for a while now.

[@Desmodue803]

DUCATI TWINS are the best ❤️ Nice video bro

[@ducatinyc]

agreed - love a thump of a good twin :)

[@avx7]

Dope. I always wanted a 1200 monster. This looks like it stills pulls hard.

[@ducatinyc]

PLENTY hard for them streets.

[@lbnyrider5666]

DO IT! I was debating over this and the XSR900 for a few months. Ended up with the XSR900 OTD $9500 brand new. I say the same thing (holy shit) on my bike when I’m in sport mode. The bike just pulls and feels like a rocket. The B mode is perfect for high traffic areas too. I just got back into riding after 5 years off & coming from a CBR250 and this torque is funnnnn

[@ducatinyc]

I can imagine the difference between your 250 and the 900 is quite a bit :) I think soon I will be ready for another bike but now quite yet.

[@davidvarela8739]

I notice you've been riding naked bikes for years...and you are not dissapointed about wind buffeting , wind coming throug zippers ... etc. Please make a video with some thoughts on that topic ;)

[@ducatinyc]

That is a great topic actually - never thought of that.

[@davidvarela8739]

@@ducatinyc And I got the title > Naked int the wind :) I use to ride an old cbr and one time I took off the fairing , What a difference, in a windy country like mine it was good in the city but I couldn't stand it on highway , at least for my style of riding ... I remember cruising with some harleys at 70mph , that was the limit. Anyway I LOVE your bike and barebone machines , I gues the solution is on the proper gear to wear. Anyhow , that video would be aweome! :) best vibes from Uruguay.

[@vinbags]

That bike is dope bro..you need that!

[@ducatinyc]

I do i do

[@1998lemuel]

Idk if you know where college point is in ny, but there's this pizzeria i pass by and everytime I see a new bike park on the side of it lol. I've seen a diavel, monster (idk which one), and an R6 park beside that pizzeria. Edit: I would get a ducati in the future, but the maintenance cost on ducatis are just painful on the pocket D:

[@ducatinyc]

I do know where College Point is but do not go there often . I should check it out if you can remember the name of the spot. And I hear ya about the costs - they are without a doubt more than your average japanese bike.

[@1998lemuel]

@@ducatinyc It's not always guaranteed that the bike is there especially now that it's winter.. but I saw it a lot during summer... The pizzeria is called Martiniello's IV ... a pretty small place on the corner of a block. It's funny that I hear a lot of bikes around the area especially during the summer, but never met any of them lmao.

[@VVoltz]

I will take a wild guess and say that you will buy that Bike. Is the perfect upgrade for you and your brand

[@ducatinyc]

Its perfect but i passed on this one, for now

[@ogbenzel]

Def get this one my friend. Good luck!

[@ducatinyc]

It was the bike for me but.... i had to pass on this one, for now......

[@ПерДук]

Глохнет из-за глючного датчика на коробку , было так же. В сервисе объясняли и заменили. Копайся там в настройках, все на дисплей выводить можно, все показатели, как на механическом. И температуру всего. Я абсолютно согласен с впечатлениями и считаю, что за электроникой преимущество! Байк универсальнее, и стока уровней настроить можно по кайфу для каждой ситуации. Комфорт- небо и земля. Надо брать, короче!

[@ducatinyc]

Chto takoye gluchniy datchik na korobku? Da da, nado brat no v danniy moment ne to vremya, iz za Covid. Posmotrem.

[@ПерДук]

Ducati NYC Vlog shift sensor как то так назывался. Глючный - ну глючит его, неисправный, выдаёт неправильные данные. А так хорошая модель, они хорошо укомплектованы. Че тебе этот ковид? Скидку ждёшь что ли? Бери давай :)

[@kymtaylor5433]

Just do it bro , vroom.

[@ducatinyc]

not yet my good sir. not yet.

[@thebrokenrojin5916]

Do it! Must see more 821 content. 😜🏍️🏍️

[@ducatinyc]

It will happen but I had to let this specific one go.

[@MattieXMoto]

Buy it buy it buy it

[@ducatinyc]

Maybe one of these days :)

[@losttogether4ever]

What's the maintenance on the 821 compared to your 620? Easy or hard? Keep up the vids bro!!

[@ducatinyc]

Thank you! Not sure - not familiar enough with a 821 but Id imagine its much harder.

[@hujiannong]

this thing gets very hot in the summer, my friend bought one and rode for two weeks in the summer and wanted to sell it

[@ducatinyc]

Was this his first Ducati? I'm kind of used to the heat by now - my current bike is air cooled.

[@VVoltz]

I agree. My Scrambler was basically a tight grill in traffic

[@mitchkappen]

I would say it's time for an upgrade. Put some Termi's under it so you will enjoy and focus on the ducati sound, then you won't need to give it the beans like you did on the test ride haha

[@ducatinyc]

Soon. Not yet. I would def throw some Mivv's on it though, not Termis.

[@Yann954]

Beautiful bike !

[@ducatinyc]

yea its gorgeous :)

[@jonhewitt3]

The LCD panel is in European mode, still showing Kilometres per hour! lol

[@ducatinyc]

Always hehehehe

[@petrolpancakes2946]

It's actually in miles per hour. On the test ride, he gives it some beans around 11:54 and passes that van like a dill pickle. He tops out at 89 mph. This is not hard to do on a motorcycle like this. Ambient temperature also shows between 66°-72° Fahrenheit.

[@ducatinyc]

@@petrolpancakes2946 dill pickle indeed - pretty sure he was making a joke 😜😜

[@jousiff91]

did you say you can lower or higher the seating? I am 5'7, but I feel I can put both of my legs on the ground comfortably.

[@ducatinyc]

Yes, but I believe you would need a wishbone and a seat to lower/raise seating - i cant recall about this model/video, been so many years.

[@anilaytac]

I think you need an upgrade soon too. always on the gas, man. I'm from the follow-up turkey 😉

[@ducatinyc]

You're not wrong. Been beating on my bike for 7 years now.

[@motomari7006]

Nice what did you do your mini photo shoot with ? iPhone and tripod ??

[@ducatinyc]

Yep! My iphone x max shooting in 4k and a tiny tripod :)

[@FunWithAJ]

Is this not a repeat? Deep like I've scene you ride this before.

[@ducatinyc]

You saw me ride a 2018 brand new from a dealership about 2 years ago :) That one was yellow.

[@EvolutioNSwe]

@@ducatinyc And I have "that" yellow one now.. With a DQS and tailtidy installed ... here in NJ next door .. ;-) I upgraded from a 797 ... And I can say .. Love the power still after 7200 miles on it this year since March .. yes it gets a bit hot in traffic on the hottest days of summer.. but as soon as you get rolling again it's good... Once you go Quickshifter you don't go back .. Sometimes in 7200 miles.. maybe 5 or 6 times I have gotten the same stall into 1:st gear.. I think it is when I rev match and release the clutch with a certain timing that it happens.. But most I either coast to a stop with the clutch in, or I quickshift at the end to 1:st .. so I don't get to experiment as to why it happens.. And when I TRY to make it happen .. it wont ..

[@xdural6269]

Nice machine. When it's time for a change, decide for yourself.

[@ducatinyc]

Its super nice - i decided not to do it at this moment.

[@xdural6269]

@@ducatinyc And that's certainly right. Enough time!

[@JoseRevenga]

This over the Hypermotard 950?

[@ducatinyc]

For me, absolutely.

[@sergmx]

Did you ask the owner about the stalling issue? I thought about owning one of these also, but i'm concerned about the heat from the exhaust on a long ride. Wonder if it would get too hot

[@onlyfoolriding8223]

The heat is never an issue when you're moving. The heat is an issue when you're in traffic on hot days.

[@FunWithAJ]

This bike was stolen 1-2 times from what I found on the internet. So that's likely the cause of the issues.

[@ducatinyc]

Yea it was stolen once but completely repaired. I did ask the owner and its actually a reoccuring issue as far as it seems on the internet. It happens to some but not others, its not a huge deal but seems weird. I'd imagine the heat is not a problem, my bike is air cooled as of now.

[@sergmx]

@@ducatinyc yeah buddy! Currently we're rocking the same bike. Love my 03 620 dark.

[@onlyfoolriding8223]

If you think that pulls, ride a 1200. So much torque I felt like I was going to fly off the bike.

[@ducatinyc]

I rode a 1200 and thats why i wholeheartedly know for a fact that I do NOT need one

[@onlyfoolriding8223]

@@ducatinyc Yeah. It was too big and too heavy for me. Felt like an idiot trying to park it. I like the weight of my 1100 very much.

[@gaz_mapp]

I seriously like this bike, if you got it you could pimp the hell out of it with mods. More content for your brilliant channel. 👊🏾

[@ducatinyc]

True that. I passed on this specific one but 821 still holds a place in my heart. Soon.

[@onlyfoolriding8223]

Is your 620 just not that hot? Both my 1200 and 1100 literally burn my inner thigh.

[@ducatinyc]

It really isnt all that hot. I have never had an issue w the heat and its air cooled

[@jibbs9646]

really one of my dream naked bikes, really fuckin cool man!

[@ducatinyc]

Simple and perfect, I might cop that over the 2021

[@jibbs9646]

@@ducatinyc i would absolutely love to see some more of this beast

[@796monster]

befor you buy this go ride a street triple, they handle 10 times better and a much smoother engine

[@ducatinyc]

Not my cup of tea, at all. Not a big Triumph fan, personally. Also, not sure about handling 10 times better. :)

[@dansherman1980]

If folks complain about heat coming off a bike wait until they ride one with under tail exhaust. If you want a pretty bike something has to be sacrificed.

[@ducatinyc]

Exactly. But then again I have never ridden a proper HOT bike - my 620 is tottaly tame with temps.

[@davidscb3632]

What are those mirrors ?

[@ducatinyc]

amzn.to/3KxBljI these here

[@hoihoihoi1951]

Do it!!!!

[@ducatinyc]

Had to pass on this one, dang it.

[@karthikmuthappa8874]

Super Bike 🏍 super Vlog

[@ducatinyc]

Accurate :)

[@bmwrider1931]

Buy it brotha it’s time for a new bike

[@ducatinyc]

Gonna pass on this one for now. Perhaps in the spring.

[@lorenzochiacchella3596]

So the only way is buy this bike! ;)

[@ducatinyc]

I had to let this one go. But one of these days I'll get one :)

[@jedi1793]

For me…the best model ever. Isn’t it?

[@ducatinyc]

Nah, my 2006 620 is the best model 😜😜

[@jedi1793]

@@ducatinyc ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jedi1793]

When I’ll come to NYC I want to meet you 🤟🏼🤟🏼👍🏻

[@jameschamberland4036]

Top !

[@ducatinyc]

Thank you!

[@arthurfreydin]

Wanna grab my 2020 1200S for a spin in the city?

[@ducatinyc]

That would be super fun and make for a great riding bikes. I rode a 1200s before but I think it was a 2015.

[@DGH19]

i have the 19' Stealth 821 and couldn't be happier, coming off sport bikes, love the Monster! the DQS is legit!! comes with stealth model up down, also adj front forks. love the Matte finish too! for me this might be one of the most perfect bikes power wise for street/commutes, just fun to ride! the 1200 lol, would be fun to test and the Diavel, but for reg riding around to me 821 is it. cheers ride safe Dave from Canada.

[@ducatinyc]

1200 was too much when I rode it - 821 is the sweet spot. DQS and all the modes have me sold. I"ll def have one one day soon. And Diavel - especially in that weird new green color they got - is delicious. What a bike. But not for daily commutes and splits in NYC

[@khalilabtal96]

honestly as much as I would like to see you drive a new bike (another one), I have to say i'm not a fan of this one, probably the sound and all the electronical stuff

[@ducatinyc]

Well the sound is stock and it wont be for long. I do like the electronics but.... more stuff to break

[@theaudiochameleon]

You having more fun man - just retire the old - on with the new :)

[@ducatinyc]

Maybe one day soon but not quite yet :)

[@dxslord2013]

Выглядит довольно неплохо 😸

[@ducatinyc]

Polniy krasavez :)

[@G1lgamesj]

This one or the 1200?

[@ducatinyc]

821 all day. I would not be able to use all of 1200 power, pretty much anywhere, without losing my license.

[@G1lgamesj]

@@ducatinyc I would like to hear them side by side, never had the chance

[@onlyfoolriding8223]

@@ducatinyc Can confirm. Had a 1200. Sold it and downgraded to an 1100. Do I miss that enormous amount of pant-shitting power? Yeah, sorta. But I can use all the power available to me on the 1100 every day. And the 821 has more power than the 1100. It's probably absolutely perfect.

[@lightningsmokerXx]

Chef Gaetano Arnone (Meat & Motorcycles & Life of a Dish )

[@ducatinyc]

Thats right!

[@sasbar187]

Don't just think about buying the thing just buy it you know you wont to hay give it 2 weeks and you will won't even think of the power of the bike it will be a every day thing

[@ducatinyc]

Yea, very true. I'm not too concerned with the power but it was just not right timing wise to drop that much cash.

[@misterg1742]

I like this one looks mean )

[@ducatinyc]

Yea its a dope bike.

[@ggbb9306]

Speedometer is slower then the real speed

[@ducatinyc]

Good to know :)

[@tomashermann2994]

nah ....old monster is somutch better

[@ducatinyc]

Yea, i love my lil ol 2006 620

[@fjord2141]

The 620 is way more aesthetically pleasing. It has character. This bike, in my opinion, does not.

[@ducatinyc]

I sadly have to agree with you. 620 is just simple class.

[@artmchugh5644]

You keep fuckin around that fast on city streets and your crash will be HUGE !!!! 😄😄😄😄😎😎😎

[@ducatinyc]

Thank you for your negative vibes and wishing me harm. I’ve crashed before and will again. I actually wish u safe riding, eventhough u dont deserve it for being a jerkoff

[@artmchugh5644]

@@ducatinyc 500.000 miles on my 3 Ducatis , I have tons of riding experience and just saying the way you ride , at least on camera looks like a good way to get dinged up . oh and ease up on the jerkoff comments, if you ever. Could ride with me you would see that is not the case !

[@ducatinyc]

@@artmchugh5644 I'm sure you're not a jerkoff but the comment came off like you're wishing harm. You could have easily worded it in a way that would motivate as opposed to offend.

[@woop8706]

While you're scared for cops I'm scared for your life. Extremely reckless driving. You also gotta think what kind of example you're showing to new riders. Kinda shame, bcs I just found this channel and I'm utterly disappointed.

[@ducatinyc]

At no point do I say i'm a role model or that I'm telling people they should ride like me. I'm sorry to have dissapointed you - ride safe!