Riding with Radar! 2021 Ducati Multistrada V4 S Review | Daily Rider

Riding with Radar! 2021 Ducati Multistrada V4 S Review | Daily Rider
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This new Multi V4 is the first bike on Daily Rider to use radar technology, including blind-spot warnings and adaptive cruise control. Plus, just about every other modern feature available on motorcycles today and an all-new V-4 engine. Could it be a new king of the DR leaderboard?
SPECS:
MSRP: $24,695
Engine: 1,158 cc V-four
Measured weight: 570 lb. / 258.5 kg
Fuel tank: 5.8 gal. / 22 liters
Seat height: 33.1-33.9 in. / 840-860 mm
Claimed power: 170 hp @ 10,500 rpm
Claimed torque: 92 foot-pounds @ 8,750 rpm
Zack’s gear:
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[@RevZilla]

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[@WickedCerberus]

When is the new Rebel 1100 getting a daily ride?

[@sganzerlag]

Yeah, please review the Rebel 1100.

[@RemboUSMC]

Did they turn the radar on just for the demo? Not available to be activated yet in the US so I am told by the dealer.

[@Roy_Godiksen]

I always wonder: How would the Ninja1000/Z1000SX stack up to the Versys 650 LT on your board? I ride a 2018 Z1000SX myself, but i have never ridden the Versys 650 (i have ridden the Z650 though, and i love it). MCN has for years given the "All Around Bike Of The Year" award to the Z1000SX/Ninja1000, so it is a legitimate question.

[@stephenjpauls]

My Panigale V4 has a heated seat too... I just wish I could turn it off.

[@SauravSingh-wj5pf]

hahahah

[@johnthomas2485]

Hahaha

[@bazitube390]

I used to have a air cooled ducati monster. its lovely in the twisties but god fucking forbids you sit in the traffic for 5 minutes ... fried egg and sausage!

[@artphototech]

🤣🤣🤣

[@mpmagnussen]

That feature was created by ktm lol

[@samlogan6167]

"This might be a 45 minute long episode" Don't worry Zack, don't you worry at all.

[@thinkdunson]

you just let me worry about that zack. you bring me the content, and i'll decide what to do with it. now if we could only convince the manufacturers to let zack and ari both have a loaner at the same time, so they can do a daily rider twofer.

[@lovelessissimo]

Just 42 minutes.

[@RikkyTang]

That was the Gold Standard of first ride videos! Also, a great introduction to the tech that many of us will probably have on our bikes in 10-15 years time.

[@camt2626]

Im noticing a theme. Zack loves sport touring/adventure bikes for daily riders. I think you should rank the V-Strom 1050 sometime soon.

[@winstoncundiff]

Amen!

[@arjenbootsma6881]

These kind of bikes are indeed very good for every day life, these bikes have a very broad spread of practicality and usability. I own a Kawasaki Versys 1000, and it's very good for multi-day touring, running errands, commuting, leisurely rides to nowhere, an Iron Butt ride, etc.

[@gnumel]

I can rank it from my garage: bloody excellent every day ride. :)

[@angelocardoc]

Tracer 900 GT

[@gnumel]

@@angelocardoc ah ha, that is my previous bike, just changed it for the Strom :) They both get 10/10 as daily rides.

[@kacperk886]

Bring back the Cool vs Expensive chart!

[@coolhandchunk]

Ditto

[@Jagknorr]

This! We know opinions are different for each person (in terms of coolness) but its in relation to what YOUR opinion was so its easier to gauge. It was fun! Bring it back!

[@anthonysilvestri4946]

I actually found that systems to be very enigmatic? LOL

[@darylclifford]

This bike could be in both sections. Cool AND expensive!!

[@jamesoren7238]

I feel like the old Top Gear rules apply - it is a very cool bike, but it will be made uncool by the average owner

[@jothain]

I'm usually not that into electronics on bikes, but that blind spot indicator is really nice feature and all bikes should have it.

[@jasonjayalap]

We're still working on getting rid of flimsy, small mirrors.

[@jothain]

@@jasonjayalap Even more the reason 🙂

[@darylclifford]

Car owners don’t think a lot about having it, but on a bike it’s almost a game changer. You’d still shoulder check, but with more confidence

[@okrigerx]

Check a 3rd party system called ride vision, not sure if it’s available in US thought

[@jamesoren7238]

To be honest most of the electronics turn me off, and I've literally never needed a blind spot detector thanks to the ability to move my head, but it's one of those things that in spite of what auto makers make out, is insanely easy and cheap to install. I don't want any eletronics in the mirror/stalk though lol. but yeah, a few cheap sensor around the bike and some LED's in the dash isn't going to cost much or have any impact on people who don't want to use it ... so long as you can turn it off.

[@MVFRNinja]

I will never, EVER, get tired of Zack giggling like a child while doing wheelies and backing in a nearly 600lb motorcycle. I gotta hand it to Ducati on that engine and finally getting rid of the pointless desmo system and hugely improving the service intervals. I know they still use desmo in most of their other bikes, but a big, adventure/touring motorcycle NEEDS those long service intervals and it was a brave step to bring this engine to market. This is an amazing machine, and an amazing motorcycle no matter how you feel about it.

[@willyray5976]

The radar cruise control looks like an amazing feature! Hopefully that technology trickles down to more affordable motorcycles in the future.

[@mriegger]

Its a great day when you get a new video from both Zack Courts and 44Teeth.

[@PaulsMotoZen]

The giggles tell me that you are having way to much fun. :)

[@waltermcmurry7686]

This is one of my favorite channels for downright great information on bikes. I hope you continue to push out more videos.

[@Lexlugr]

Probably one of the best motorcycle reviews I have ever seen. Literally getting a complete functional reference for the thing....other than, y'know... actual seat time. Great work Zack

[@955rider03]

That chilldish giggle everytime the bikes you ride get silly, is what keeps me coming back to more of your vids hahaha. thats the feeling i chase. i need it in whatever i buy next

[@beltrex7]

Hello from Northern England! Just wanted to say a big thanks for all your great videos Zach, you're such a cool dude. Keep up the brilliant work! Cheers, Ben

[@darylclifford]

I thought I’d skip through most of a 40 minute review, but watched every bit! This bike’s truly remarkable! It’s almost in a class of its own.

[@benjaminhall5784]

Zach, I love your videos so much. Please, never stop.

[@starkparker16]

The dirt section is my favorite part of every ride. Great work as always.

[@georgegherghinescu]

The video image with Zack's face is exactly my expression when I saw it.. 42 minutes of good stuff coming up!

[@scottstetson2879]

Hi Zach, I watch a lot of your reviews and often think, I need to tell Zach he is doing a fantastic job. Well, I am telling you now. Good job 👍🏻

[@alexyleigh]

Heated seats on a Ducati might be the most redundant feature ever.

[@jsboening]

Yes. It’s always a relief to fuel up the tank in the summer. At least my nuts get cooled off for 20 minutes or so.

[@ksheehan330]

OMG THAT’S FUNNY! They do run hot! (But not THAT hot). Crack me up tho.

[@frankglad2989]

Great ride and review. Makes me realize the end of my MultiStrada 950 riding days are near.

[@xeverettx2564]

Awesome bike. Also I love you’re ride along reviews! They are very thorough and well articulated! This is definitely my newest favorite review channel. Keep up the

[@hankgs]

Great review Zac... Love that you ride through my old hometown of Pedro and PV area!

[@ben_dixon]

This is the first time I've seen this guy do a review, I think he did a really good job, very professional and lots of good information! Thanks!

[@DaleSSchneider]

Well worth watching the additional length and oh, so much fun seeing you exercise the handling characteristics.

[@dionoliveira4058]

Zack your riding keeps me involved so much fun, keep them awesome reviews going......oh and forget that comm coming from Ducati

[@TiniFugative]

Loved this episode Zack, Any chance of a Desert Sled Daily Ride in the future?

[@delararesadv9140]

Adaptive cruise control in cars are amazing, look forward to more bikes having the system 👍🏻

[@nicklove2011]

Love the long episode. Thanks 🙏❤️

[@ashokparmar5580]

Just bought this bike - your review was critical in me getting over the fence line! I watched a bench other - this was so much more helpful! thank you!

[@motojojo_]

Loving the tech on this bike, really impressive stuff. And great review of it (as always) 👍

[@blubaru73]

Such a good show... Informative, fun, entertaining. Well done Mr Courts! Can't wait for the review of the new Speed Triple. It's on my short list for next bike.

[@jasonmoto]

Let's Go! Great episode of Daily Rider, so many laughs. Love it when you get excited by a bike.

[@jalex19100]

Great write-up and video, as usual from Zack. Actually surprised that it is living up to the specs. Ducati really stepped it up, as a road bike (with very light off-road use) at least. Very impressive bike, Ducati - I honestly can’t believe you pulled this off as well as you did! I think this makes the whole motorcycle industry better... I’m excited to see this tech trickle down to lighter, more efficient bikes. 10/10 giggle rating.

[@yanickbelzile]

The laugh while turning onto the twisty road and accelerating was awesome!

[@sonomoto9710]

Great review Zak 👍🏼 all ways entertaining

[@colincoleman2536]

Great review very much enjoyed watching your video thank you for sharing keep them coming.

[@bradh74]

I love watching you test ride these bikes. You make it seem like so much fun! Your laugh is great it's like candy for the soul! You gotta have a cool wife and friends family. Have fun hope to see more videos. I like the serious Zack too.

[@sganzerlag]

What a great review, thanks for making it. Awesome bike, no doubt. Best regards from Brasilia, Brazil.

[@docslambo2937]

Has to be one of the best reviews i've seen...cheers

[@Explorerda]

Great review Zack!

[@big_daddo92]

Great stuff as always Zach!!!

[@Tiagovale2]

Excellent review, loving the Daily Rider series. Any plans for an episode with the Kawasaki Versys 1000?

[@i-quankelley9191]

A very important question and topic I’ve always listen/looked for when a KZbinr does a review and that’s “how does it ride for a person of our (6’2) height” THANK YOU! Plus I’ve always wanted this bike. It’s on my bucket list.

[@terjed1964]

Great test and really like the Q&A at the end

[@salisburyplain998]

Got mine ,just waiting for the crap weather to go before I can ride it ,fingers crossed another few weeks and I'll be getting it run in ,cant wait 😊

[@TwinGunner72]

The constant giggles and sheer enjoyment of the Ducati speaks volumes above specs and features. The sheer joy this bike brought is enough to justify it's top ranking on the leaderboard 👍

[@kylecolmar964]

Thanks for a great review

[@TheTemplar113]

awesome off road session

[@Supperup40672]

That adaptive cruise control and blind spot warning on a motorcycle is absolutely crazy to me such amazing features on a motorcycle

[@clint_a_210]

Excellent review!

[@thor8640]

Mine is almost at my dealer, can't ride it for another 6 weeks anyway due to temperature and snow but I am very excited to get the bike. Ordered the day after it was released.

[@laz1go286]

Best test ride so far Zack! The amount of laughter describes this bike completely. All it really needs is a little tweak of the radar to detect speed traps and then it's perfect 😉

[@roverjohn]

The heck with detecting radar, I'd rather jam it.

[@scottlandmcc]

Incredible machine and another great video.

[@Sreerajbpallimon]

Nice detailed review

[@CMBDIA]

I really like Zack. Great videos!

[@RemboUSMC]

Whooa whooa whooa whooa. How is your radar working and we who purchased and took possession of our bike were told the radar is not approved in the US yet?

[@pja9421]

I was wondering the same. 2 Ducati dealers have told me system not approved in US yet.

[@Caffeineracer]

Zack's got a thing that's called radar love.

[@darylclifford]

Showing my age, but I remember ‘Radar Love’ being over-played on radio. In fact I think it was on AM not FM radio too!

[@ksheehan330]

“I’ve been driving all night, my hands wet on the wheel…Its a half past 4 and I’m shiftin’ gear…ONE MORE RADAR LOVER GONE!” I’m feeling it baby!

[@FriePaul1337]

This might be a 45 minute long episode.. *42 minute video* Zach you're a wizard!

[@blademanu7]

Cool honest review 😎☝️👍

[@shashimenon1000]

Zack, it is in a league of its own!

[@neomatrix5022]

The only ride where Zack had to twist the throttle less and worry more about the palm and feet hovering over the levers. Lol love the review mate!

[@walduc16]

Awesome review Zac!

[@shrey220]

Absolutely love this bike!!

[@ksheehan330]

This is a fantastic video. Zach Quartz (Ha!) ladies and gentlemen. Let’s give it up for the man from Vermont!

[@paramesvaridasa5167]

Did you do a review on the 950 S multi-Strada can’t find it I like your reviews the best they’re great thanks

[@christondcosta1114]

Amazing video🔥

[@OneZoNinja]

Wow adaptive cruise control! Absolutely amazing. With todays technology, there are so many features I wish my bike had all wrapped in one.

[@tvsorgatz]

excellent video...I really enjoy your style and presence

[@BirdArvid]

You just completely sold me on the little Versys 650!!

[@duanestiles4821]

I know this is an old video but that bike is super nice and has all the luxury features it’s a cool bike you’re lucky man

[@Bunter1815]

Great work you're knocking it out the park on bike reviews at the moment. Do you have any insight as to what the brake light does during adaptive cruise control deceleration?

[@steve-wu7jp]

Zach going sideways 90 mph in the dirt my god this dude is a beast 🏍😱

[@jeckyll71]

Always enjoy the reviews. This is why we need to have both an overall and a 'value' or 'reasonableness' bar instead of just a stack, because that thing will not be a better daily rider for the average person due to the cost. :)

[@homeslice6919]

I gotta say too, when you backed this thing in, man you slid like you were surfing! It was truly inspiring to hopefully one day have the skills to slide around like one sleek bad man on a motorbike hah

[@raypetrocelli595]

Tired of waiting for mine to come in and hopefully soon cause I believe I've watched every video about this motorcycle. Good video thanks for making me drool more lol.

[@angelocardoc]

One of your best reviews. I like it when you explain the features of a motorcycle. I'd like to see more indepth explainations of the mechanicles and why they are good? For example...why are Brembo calipers better than Nissin, or why the Goldwings new front suspension set-up is better than the previous set-up. You might need Ari's expertise. You and Ari would make a great duo for the Daily Rider show. Doing side by side comparissons of similar bikes, like the Tracer 900 and the Turismo Veloce. This segment of motorcycles is highly under rated. I call it the 'urban adventure' type of motorcycles. Perdomanitly street orientated but also able to tackle some urban terrian, like hopping over a curb or easily crossing railroad tracks and pot-holes..

[@pistolpete6321]

Great review!

[@patrickwestwood6749]

You sir are a complete and utter loon and that was the best bike review video I have ever watched. Awesome work, thank you!

[@ankrich04]

Woah,, finally a bike to dethorne versys in the leaderboard. it was a tough one for sure.. appreciate your seriousness while evaluating bikes :-)

[@BibtheBoulder]

If just it wasn't so darned expensive....

[@ankrich04]

@@BibtheBoulder so true... I am waiting to see CB500A in board :-)

[@jasonjayalap]

If the score was divided by price and multiplied by fuel efficiency... But I think Zack appreciates power, even when commuting.

[@ShipReK66]

spoiler alert.....for some people

[@dimitrym9451]

What a ride, Zack! I know, its a tough choice, but... emotions beyond everything )))

[@jamesatwood4433]

the features of this bike are astonishing. holycrap.

[@pmdinaz]

Wow! Thats a lot of tech. BMW RT review in your future? Indian Chief? Lots to keep us entertained and informed coming in 2021! Thanks 😊

[@ejdtm]

I love this bike. They fixed everything I didn’t like in my 2016 Multistrada Enduro. The bike begs to ride hard. I feel your giddiness.

[@dustinkelley7932]

I have never used or cared much about the adaptive cruise or blind spot in a car but on that bike it's really cool

[@arminl79]

That adaptive cruise control test just blew my mind. Also blind spot detectors. 🤯

[@catmacleod6241]

Thank you Zach Courts, good stuff.

[@michaelcarroll2447]

Despite this being about the V4S specifically, it helped me decide on getting a Multistrada 950S (currently in the works).

[@mrbjay5443]

That is a gorgeous bike!

[@jniemec]

Great looking motorcycle with impressive features and a nice review. What is the V- logging set up you are using? I like the clear audio and perfectly fine video. Do you have a separate video with this setup explained? thx

[@brentboyd9057]

Awesome review of an awesome bike. Might have to trade up from my 2006 ST3s.....

[@kevinrafisugiharto5380]

Zack bike tips is back

[@ppdwizeguy]

Great video! And I believe this is the first Duc I'd ever consider owning (if I could afford it). The service intervals are incredible alone.

[@fernominal]

Ducati might suggest to have extended service intervals, but these bikes have a wet clutch. Which means; the dirt/debris coming from the normal wear & tear of everyday riding, goes in the oil and distributed throughout the engine! Just that suggested service interval, would make the engine, wear out faster! (Shorter engine life) Paying the retail price, (25k) means; you have the cash to do services more frequently! Make a good thing last!

[@GrahamSmith1523]

My god I love this man.

[@henrikkoko9919]

Great review video. Will you guys do the klx300sm anytime soon?

[@Plasticjesus504]

Great as always Zack. Something about a big big ripping a wheelie, just makes me giggle.

[@1418jeff]

59 degrees Fahrenheit bone chilling!!! That’s the height of summer here in the UK 🇬🇧 Great review as always though dude 👍

[@TheSH1N1GAM1]

That seems to be the smoothest adaptive cruise control I’ve ever seen. Really impressive.

[@coolhandchunk]

-17 degrees C (plus wind chill) here in Ontario Canada.... spent the morning outside skiing!