2018 Ducati Monster 1200S Review

2018 Ducati Monster 1200S Review: I recently rode my first Monster, the Ducati Monster 797 and was very impressed. A number of viewers to the channel said "if you like that you have to try the 1200 or 1200S" so in this video I do just that...stay tuned for my first impressions review of the mighty monster....
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[@Chris-vq5vr]

Nothing beats sitting at home on a boring Saturday night and scrolling thru a (missed) collection of TMF’s videos 👍🇦🇺🇬🇧

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Really? Nothing beats it?? You need to get out more or meet some ladies...

[@jasonsmith6508]

Another nice one thanks TMF 👍 I genuinely could watch and listen to your videos all day, and often do! 🙏

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Jason - much appreciated!

[@pufifa]

Hands down best channel for motorcycle reviews. Thanks TheMissendenFlyer!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you!

[@Gaius0]

There seems to be an issue with that TFT display. Have you noticed how it gets all blurry once you go past a certain speed? ;)

[@superduty131]

Was thinking the same.....lol Should check that..

[@tooresttrikie6744]

its just new bike teething troubles! it'll get fixed at the running in service ;)

[@nzl5086]

Its just the cleverness of the TFT display when you reach a certain speed it gets blurry so it wont scare you :P

[@husky701rider9]

I love his videos but hate the blurred speedo. Maybe in his country it’s more likely to be used against you in court or something though so I cant fault him too much. After all it’s the part of the world where you can get fined for what you say on social media.

[@jackedrussell]

The 70 to 70 acceleration looks pretty good as well.

[@pauljones6175]

Nice bike and great review as always.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Paul - much appreciated

[@cj79zx93]

Another great review as always. Yep... It's another long night at work for me, great timing to keep me entertained for a bit.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sorry to hear that - it's the start of a sunny day here and I'm off out on the bike!

[@dougie1325]

Quick shifter comments up and down the box (18:05), hahaha! Great review of a lovely bike TMF. I'll forward the link to a friend who is interested in getting one of these.

[@AustralianLeprechaun]

I want to get into biking soon. I find your videos very useful. Your tours are great!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad to hear it!

[@FenTour]

Wow I have been waiting for this review since you let the secret out that it was being tested by you. Just off out now so will have to wait to this eve to watch!! Ohhhhh how exciting.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Crikey - I hope it lives up to expectations!

[@FenTour]

TheMissendenFlyer will compare to your MT10 review of last year.... shhhhh just for now. 💦

[@pastie3131]

Thanks for another great review TMF. Totally agree, nice bike, shame about the plumbing and rust. Surprising how light it is.

[@colinlaughton8269]

Fantastic review! Many thanks for the video and commentary, Beautiful looking bike, No unessesary plastic ie: sports bikes!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Colin - thanks for watching...

[@daveeccles7957]

Nice quick vid awesome bike love mine and as ive heard you say before its an occasion when you ride one.

[@eoghanhennessy15]

Great showroom! Best I've experienced

[@peterreid2888]

if I'm doing a wheelie something has gone terribly wrong 😂😂😂😂😂 Fantastic. .!!!! 👍👍👍

[@ivohage]

Compared to the 1290R which one has your preference? (And why?) Is the seating position comparable? How about the wind? You said it was very nice on the 1290R...

[@ridewherever]

I would love a monster 821 - but the dealer is 2 hours away. Great review !

[@rento1973]

It’s a shame the weather wasn’t better that day. That bike has hidden talents that you only get to exploit on bone dry tarmac. I am of course biased (given I’m a 1200R owner) but the first time you crank it hard coming out of a roundabout it all starts to make more sense. I’d never knowingly done a wheelie until I got the bike, but they are standard issue now!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nice one :0)

[@MrAndrew1953]

Add on bit at the front exhaust pipe(oil cooler?)looks a wee bit vulnerable?

[@ThePolymath1]

“11 Degrees” refers to the amount of duration in crankshaft degrees of the overlap. The period when the intake valves are open at the same time the exhaust valves have not fully closed.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Aha! I knew someone would put me straight - thanks for that....

[@ThePolymath1]

TheMissendenFlyer , offering a little information is the least I can do for someone who regularly puts out stellar videos and information. Mahalo & Aloha 🤙🏼

[@Peakwanderer]

A bit nerdy isn't it, it's the camshafts that control the valves of course. "The engine’s 11 degrees of valve overlap (some 30 degrees less than is found in the 1198 superbike from which it’s derived) is key to its street-centric state of tune, which offers much greater low-to-midrange torque and smoother, more linear delivery."

[@jasonkennedy1670]

my favorite of the lineup. those exhaust go straight in the box the Akrapovic system comes in

[@Dukey39]

Another great review, nice bike, think I'd prefer the new Speed Triple RS tho, each to their own..

[@JLchevz]

Man I love monsters, its my dream bike :)

[@earlebacciochi9796]

Another good one Flier, excellent Ducati engineering.Bit like me, lacks that Italian eye catching styling, but our mothers still love us!😀

[@Miata822]

I looked at them. Nice bikes. Not ready to give up my Speed Triple though,

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fair enough! Both meaty beasts of a bike.....

[@MrUltimateRS]

Cracking review as usual. Perfect timing too as it was nice to watch before I pick up my new one of these at the end of the week. Would be very curious to see how you got on with a Monster (any variant) in nice weather and on a long term basis.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Congratulations! Exciting times eh!

[@Brad-RB]

Nice review.

[@skilliloveyou]

Like your review. Would you do the Honda cb100r? Thanks.

[@Spikycloud]

A Ducati in GREY!? That's extra cost over the red?? Madness ;)

[@theexploringphotographer]

Just saw you're in MCN this week. Great job!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you - I have a regular monthly column there now! :0)

[@theexploringphotographer]

TheMissendenFlyer that's awesome. I look forward to seeing your work on there. I've had a MCN subscription since 2000 when I arrived in the UK.

[@thomasanderson87]

Another great no bullshit review with the usual safe riding,a few potholes to dodge on that road.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks Thomas....

[@Bredaxe]

If you manage to drop the bike, you'll be replacing the coolant bottle, tank and maybe the radiator plus the bits and bobs of the exhaust. I do applaud Ducati for increasing their major service interval though.

[@billminer9186]

I had the joy of swapping bikes and riding both a friend's 2016 1200S and my 2017 Super Duke R yesterday. I'm thrilled with the Super Duke and wouldn't trade it for anything but at 5'10" the 1200S was a great fit for me with it's lower height and compact feel; it made me realize I need to move my bars to aft setting on the SD. The Ducati has maybe more (good) character than the KTM but a little less refinement? I'll be looking forward to riding his Monster again and owning a Ducati has moved up on my motorcycling bucket list. And if these are a little spendy let me note that riding another friend's 2008 990 Duke was just as much fun as either of the newer bikes with it's lighter feel in handling and power delivery.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for watching and for stopping by! All the best - TMF

[@Phillc748]

Good video thanks, it's called an 11 Degree Testastretta because the valve 'overlap' is set at 11 degrees to make for a more flexible state of tune.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for that - I knew someone would know:0)

[@springy-2112]

Hey buddy great review again , ever take out any used bikes ? Like without abs, traction control ,tft ,stability control ,electronic suspension , fly by wire , space invaders ? You know a real bike you have to make all the decisions on , not a pop at you buddy your reviews are spot on and tell us what's out there new...but I can't be doing with all that bollox I want to be involved ...sorry for moaning ..?take care brother Peace and Love and ride safe..✌💓

[@MrToonfish]

The intake valves and exhaust valves are all both opened during 11 degrees of rotation of the camshaft.

[@MrIzzyStewart]

Cheers TMF was waiting for this one, Looking to get one in a few weeks, As i,m in Oxford will probably be Blade or On Yer Bike will give you a mention. Have they now solved the rear passenger footrest problem? the hangers interfered if your. with your heels . Thanks ian

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good man! Go with Blade....... ;0)

[@gtr161]

There's a new 937 Moster available now, 2021... would love to see a review of that bike

[@Christopher-kl5dm]

I'm interested in your views o the new 821. If you can find you way to doing that one you have almost done the complete set!

[@3105chaz]

Haven't got time to read through all the comments so sorry if this has been covered but the 11 degree refers to the degrees of crankshaft rotation with valve overlap (Inlet and Exhaust Valves open at the same time). Hope this has helped some people.

[@shaunbarclay1309]

Kind of unrelated to the video but i just recently got a pair of RST Adventure Pro 3 trousers. I was wondering if when you first got them did you feel the waist was uncomfortable? Like it fits just fine but the material is quite scratchy on my skin, did you have that and did it go away? Great video!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No I've always found mine fine...

[@dougie1325]

It would be a great comparison to the new RS Speed Triple when you review it. I'm sure they are quite similar.

[@kennethmccurdie5833]

I have the Diavel and I agree with you that it’s all too easy to engage the Riding Mode function whilst operating the indicator switch. Not an issue, merely something which with better design could be eliminated.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Exactly Ken, if you're a prodigious indicator canceller like me, it's a right pain...

[@GMANS_BIKES_CARS]

Hey buddy, great review, love my 1200S, Agree about the resivour caps, I’ve changed mine to machines ones as much better and added plenty of carbon and evotech parts too, Strange you say about the stiff clutch as mine is super light, cannot wait to run mine in so I can give it full beans! Cheers. G-MAN

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers G-Man ! ...and congrats on your new bike!

[@khakimzhanmiras]

My biggest complaint about the new monsters must be the protruding exhaust. The heatshield on the exhaust barely does anything. In slow city traffic when my right foot is on the rear brake the contact patch between my leg and the pipes is massive and gets hot quickly. In addition, the exhaust sweeps up towards my boots when I'm riding on the balls of my feet. Boots haven't melted yet, but better be careful.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@spetersonmusic]

I love the term "muscle bike" - who not love that? I love the Monster line, it's just as you say in the video - "proper old school muscle bike". The white van onslaught on the post video roll - lol!!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I know - 4 of 'em!! Who would have thought.....

[@armweak13]

Thank you for the torque specs in foot/pounds, have no clue the value of newton/meters. 👍

[@TheJmebe]

Thanks TMF. Nice review. Did you use the same camera/mic for this as you did for the 797? The 1200s doesn't seem to sound as good ..maybe the 797 had a termignoni - can't remember..

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I did...and yes the 797 had the termis....

[@petethompson1282]

what sservicing like? loks tight in there... any info on the intervals vs the lower capacity models? The lower capacity look easier to get at, so maybe cheaper to run

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Maybe….thanks for watching!

[@bondistudios5307]

i know you didnt have much time or a decent day to ride the 1200s. did you notice a false neutral between 4-5-6. not sure how this occurs since N is between 1-2. other than that question how would you compare the 1290r to this 1200s? im looking to get a decent ride out on both these bikes this year but i was just curious on your thoughts. I look for the small details in bikes and you always seem to catch these details.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for that - I didn't notice any issue with false neutrals although you are the second person to mention it (curiously)....

[@bobz1736]

Great review. I'm a little surprised you say the clutch is stiff with it being hydraulically actuated?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Just how it seemed to me compared to some other bikes I've ridden - nothing terrible though, certainly wouldn't stop me having one!

[@MOTOUK1]

Agree on the pipe work, coolant anyway. I owned a 1100 evo monster and the left side wears the same, put me off really they should tidy that lot up.

[@marcr660907]

I agree, the 1100 Evo was much cleaner without all the piping, definitely detracts from the clean lines. I should have held onto mine.

[@lasselucidor3619]

Nice! Did you test the light at night as you often do? Very good information for bike speculants wich is often overseen in rewiews! Thanks for your good work!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I didn’t I’m afraid - only had the bike for the day...

[@wagsie1865]

Great review as usual, bit uneasy watching where you parked it and how close that stand was to the grass...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Got away with it ;0)

[@redjacc7581]

i do like the look of that bike.

[@ToxicChillz]

Nice bike, love that gun metal colour and would love to try one. Anyone else notice the glove on the floor during the walk around?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I did!

[@springy-2112]

I think it's territorial or our man's throwing down the gauntlet to ducati re the plumbing 👍

[@mikeball5883]

Even I could fit on that 😁 great review TMF. Have I missed the Honda CB650F test ride or haven’t you put that one out yet ?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Stay tuned Mike, it's coming!

[@grahambrown5874]

You don't need a separate button to change the mode, because you are using it to check you cancelled the indicators. Just glance at the TFT and you will see if they are still flashing :-)

[@mrsuperduke6684]

Hi Mf.... great review as always. How does the Monster stack up against bikes like Ktm sd Mt10 and the Tuono???..... or are those in a different league?? Nice bike but have Ducati missed the boat regarding the hyper nakeds??? Cheers Mark.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Different league really - I'd compare this more to a Speed Triple.....

[@prajwalkashyap4741]

Splendid review sir:)), Any idea on when would you review new Triumph Speed Triple RS ? Cheers:)), Have a good day!!.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nothing planned yet but I'm at a Triumph dealer this morning....may have to drop some hints ;0)

[@prajwalkashyap4741]

Sure Sir looking forward to that, Cheers:))

[@MrAndrew1953]

How does it compare with some of Yamaha Triple engined bikes you've ridden. Bit sacrilegious not clad in blood red?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Completely different character!

[@martinfrost3596]

TMF. Never been sold on the looks of the Ducati Monsters, this one no exception. Your observations are spot on. Although you look like you are really enjoying the ride. 4 white vans made me laugh :-)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for watching until the end - 4 in a row, I couldn't believe it!!!

[@martinfrost3596]

I ways watch to the end TMF

[@Dracati]

Good Ride & 1st impression ;) My same thoughts on their new architecture...I'm not a fan of the pipes or tubing layout. Great color & gobs of power and character, though! RSMF

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you sir - always good to hear from you...

[@AX7razor]

How would you compare this to the super Duke?. I'd really like to know what your thinking.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Very different sort of bike - the SDR is more clinical and much faster...the Ducati (arguably) looks nicer....

[@AresPT]

Great video, thanks! Any thoughts on the 821?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks Marco - and no, not ridden that yet....

[@cyndeeandstevelinde2810]

Yet again many thanks for your efforts. Ducati monster or Superduke? Your opinion.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Both very different, personally I'd take the SDR....

[@Gautam454]

How comfortable would this be for longer rides? (3-400 miles)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Pretty good I would think...

[@nigelren3719]

Am I the only one that prefers clocks with needles?

[@patrickhd34]

I have one bike with a screen another with clocks...actually prefer the clocks. Next up will be a screen that mimics clocks :)

[@chr11sf]

No mate, I do too...I miss seeing a tach needle swinging up and down!

[@nigelren3719]

Couple of years you'll ride about playing f'n Tetris (do you still get tetris?)

[@SteveInskip]

Yep..me too

[@hudsonrilke]

Clocks for me. I like what the tft shows but rev counter needle is needed on a bike

[@michaeltelemachus5112]

Enjoy your reviews very much. Where would you place this in your list of favourites? Will be buying a new bike later in the summer and this is on my list of about 8 to test ride before I decide.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Probably make the top 30 - maybe 25ish....

[@michaeltelemachus5112]

I am recovering from cancer and a stroke and my neck is now badly deformed so I have to be very sure to get the right one. The 1200s is at the top of my list but I think that I will need handlebar risers. My next preference is for an XDiavel S or a BMW R1200R. Have you ridden the XDiavel yet?

[@samharris8299]

How long did you get to test ride it? Thinking of testing th 821 on saturday

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

As long as I wanted - I had the bike for an hour or so for this "first impressions" review....

[@tucker9162]

Although a red Ducati is the done thing, that grey really is a nice colour. Great video as always TMF

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you.....

[@MrRobinfisher]

Ducati 1200s or super duke r ? MCN seem to place the monster to the lower tier

[@gargantuan-wb1br]

+++

[@rosscollier3992]

couldn’t agree with you more. I live about half a mile from Stevenson and the area is ridiculously busy! Sadly it’s not going to get any better as the council keep selling off green space for awful housing developments! Awesome review anyway! How do you rate the (smaller) monster to a 790 duke or any comparison? Looking at getting my next bike and not sure what to upgrade to from a 690 duke...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I prefer the 790 Duke over the smaller Monster....

[@FenTour]

Finally watched your film on the Monster. Great as always. I like the looks of the bike but as you say needs to be in red! Also not bothered about the radiator pipes, it’s a bit industrial looking which is cool. Though I am concerned about the header pipes rusting, such a premium bike should have a full Stainless system IMHO. Anyway to me it seems that you were not as impressed as you were with the MT10 Yam, maybe it was the damp roads but still the feeling I get from you is that maybe the Yam is the better choice? .

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...you know me too well....

[@FenTour]

Ahhh ha :-)

[@iancharlton5530]

I like it zorst and colour as well.

[@fredoc9125]

TMF, keep the reviews rolling! I think Ducati could also had done a better radiator design, it looks like you have a pizza box on that thing! Safe travels.

[@therealcryptorider]

This or the cb1000r black edition, such a hard choice! Im 6ft4, presumably ergos more comfortable on this?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I think marginally so….

[@therealcryptorider]

@@TheMissendenFlyer thanks

[@RGSABloke]

TMF, corrosion on the exhaust!!!!!! look at the complete lack of front mudguard!!!!!!!! Up here in Scotland, the roads are so poor in my area, the radiator would also quickly be destroyed from flying chips. Superb sound though. Thanks for sharing. Kindest regards A82 Joe. PS Four white vans - they're out to get you young man.😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for sticking around until the end of the video Joe!

[@10secondsrule]

Cool another video just in time for after a dinner. It really do not get what’s the front mud guard for on this bike? It looks like the radiator will be shattered in a short time. Not to mention front cylinder will be looking horrible even quicker than on the old monsters. Don’t get the Trabant inspired colour either... I mean it is quite ugly tbh. Give me the old S2R anytime :)

[@veeken777]

The valve overlap has been configured at 11° for this engine in order to keep the exchange of fresh heat to the exhaust and combustion gases to the combustion chamber as low as possible

[@Boodieman72]

TMF have you ever reviewed the Ducati XDiavel ? Would be interesting to see how it compares to this bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Not yet but I would very much like to - it's on the wish list....

[@Boodieman72]

It would be interesting to compare the two.

[@C.A.B-Fore]

TMF, Now that you have ridden the Monster 1200, KTM Superduke, and BMW s1000r, do you have a personal preference on which one you would own? Or which one is the better bike?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Superduke R

[@DonaMane]

I've 2016 M1200 awesome bike but I'm wanting the "S" model though maybe leaning towards the 1260 Multistrada or 1200 GS!!

[@gabrieljohannson6777]

BMW GS 1200 is a better bike. Go for it.

[@weeeriksson4598]

Hi Andy, please answer my questions. I am 165 cm, how does that work in terms of being lent forward? How does it compare to the Scrambler 1100? This bike is so cool and good looking especially in red. Thank you

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Riding position is very similar on both bikes…

[@weeeriksson4598]

Thank you very much.@@TheMissendenFlyer

[@Tadamagicsky]

Great review of the bike. What kind of gloves are you wearing ? Many thanks

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Spidi H2Out

[@Tadamagicsky]

TheMissendenFlyer Thank You

[@vstm3950]

Would you put this bike in the same 'crazy sack' as SDR and MT10?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No, I'd put it in the hooligan sack with the Speed Triple....

[@darthvader8433]

A comparison with the Super Duke R might be illuminating..

[@kyotosal]

Hello Sir. Was it easy to get into neutral? Thank you again....Sal : )

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Didn't notice any issues...

[@hl8808]

She’s a beauty

[@SteveInskip]

If I was going to dob in the Morini Corsaro and wasn’t going to buy another one this is what I’d have. Except the tail tidy is atrocious...look at the Morini 1200ZZ to see how it should be done. Enjoyed that as always....

[@debenhamdave4314]

Hi TMF, thanks for another great review, as a Ducati owner and fan got to say not sure about the looks, as mentioned exhaust and pipework not great and definitely not in that grey colour, if I was in the market think I would save myself a few grand and get the Triumph Speed triple.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...or Super Duke R? or indeed the MT10??? So many bikes, so little time..

[@AlanTrades]

44.1mpg? You've been babying it

[@jasonpeters9390]

Good video.if you had the money to buy one would you. Good roads round wantage lambone roll on the summer.

[@tsav6952]

I always thought the ugly plumbing went along with the Monster theme, something out of a Frankenstein laboratory perhaps. Hopefully you get a chance to ride it for week once the weather changes nicer. Cheers!

[@avrc9285]

great review, I wish the bikes in general would be a bit cheaper than they are though, even with all the quality parts bikes have today the price we are asked to pay for a new bike seems excessive to me. Ducati always had a good sound, lately the aiboxes seem to get smaller though and the exhausts more law abiding when they come out of the factory just like with all motorcycles today. That can be remedied though and "boom" instant neighborly love (or not). How does its performance compare to the super duke 1290 r ? I would expect it to be comparable (is it?).

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No, the performance is not in the same league as the SDR!

[@avrc9285]

haha no room for misinterpretation whatsoever, great job sir thanks

[@thebeardedyorkshireman8368]

Great review as always, what's the switch gear like?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good - standard modern day Ducati stuff...

[@thebeardedyorkshireman8368]

How do they compare to BMW switch gear?

[@Porsche996driver]

Looks great in gray imho. I’m sure a lot of delayed reactions “oh it’s a Ducati!”

[@johnDukemaster]

I love the colour! :-) ...one of the reasons I bought the BMW r nine t Pure! ;-) Another reason is the lack of riding modes. Öhlins...it's not with an O sound, it's an Ö! As in sör and Börmingham. :-)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Every day's a schoolday! Thanks for that....

[@scandimc]

Finally! But do you prefer the monster 1200s or the 1290 superduke r so far?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Both very different bikes - I'd probably have the SDR personally...

[@patrickhd34]

Love this...sitting in my office answering emails and doing work rubbish..and still able to chat sh*t about bikes :-)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nice...

[@fincash8146]

I've got the 1200s and I like it but if you ride the 1200r you will fall in love