Top 5 Must have accessories for the Ducati Panigale

[@larryhawes7079]

I really enjoy all your videos, I find them informative, easy to listen to and relevant. Thank you!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You are so welcome!

[@aritweets]

About to buy a 2018 959 panigale and all your videos are extremely helpful! thank you so much

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+aritweets You’re very welcome - glad to be of use, enjoy the new bike!

[@faisalbarafi7682]

aritweets how u going so far mate ? I wanna buy one soon , just worried about my hight and if the panigale is uncomfortable as they say . Thank you

[@garyjamessilva]

When bought my 959 a few months back I opted for the rider and pillion comfort seats and radiator stone guard, the dealer had already fitted the accessible battery fly lead and the original lead is still under the pillion seat. I have since fitted Moto Science foldable mirrors as the stock ones were fixed unlike the 899. Being an old bloke (I bought a 959 when I was 59 ;-) I 'm really happy with the rider comfort seat and find the whole riding position quite comfortable overall and much better than a prior 916. I've left the underseat mufflers, similar to the 899 as stock as being in Australia we got the US model that does not come with the fugly Euro4 dual muffler cans. I have also fitted Philips H11 Ultimate Diamond Vision 5000K Halogen HID Xenon Low beam headlight Bulbs which are excellent and a lot cheaper and simpler to fit than doing the full LED headlight conversion. (Here's a video of someone fitting the headlight bulbs kzbin.info/www/bejne/pny2eYqogNKda5Y )

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Excellent - thanks for that Gary, lucky you not having to put up with those fugly pipes, if it wasn't for those I would have bought a 959 rather than having to find the last 899 in the country!! Great machines though both....cheers - TMF

[@charlieryan1736]

I just bought a used 13 848 EVO Stealth edition, I just installed the bar end sliders you recommended and they look and feel like quality. Thanks for another great video

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You're welcome - TMF

[@mickjennings1]

Is there a link for the battery leads? I can't find them anywhere. Thanks

[@hfracing]

Id also recommend the tuneboy cruiscontrol reflash. great mod for longer trips, and proper tank grips

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for that - I'd not heard of the cruiscontrol reflash - I'll look into it - and agree re tank grips (especially for track days users) - thanks for watching....TMF

[@fursteveferret3771]

Two musts defo engine guards and bar end sliders.My last bike and my very first big bike had heart stopping static falls with minimal damage due to these accessories..When a bikes gonna go it goes..nice vid as always..Your suffolk and norfolk vid was much better than old Henry coles last night Lol.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers FF - Is Henry back on then? What channel and what's he up to??

[@fursteveferret3771]

TheMissendenFlyer I caught him on sky travel yesterday.i think he's on a tour of britian. He actually made me realise I'd misinformed you on them southwold beach huts.. 150k nuts!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Aha - I don't have Sky so can't get that unfortunately - I take it he rode a similar route then?

[@fursteveferret3771]

TheMissendenFlyer he did but you No, that is he didn't get such a good perspective view and sense of road feel which was a shame, as the east offers some super tarmac as you well know. l almost had a dyslexia challenge hopefully my edit rectified that. He not you lol

[@faithbiker8262]

I love your Ducati. My next bike once I pay off my Harley Fat Bob is between the Ducati Diavel or the Harley Davidson Breakout. Ducati has been making some awesome bikes. Best to you!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+faith biker Thanks faith biker - what about the xdiavel, that thing really does look the biz....

[@smokey9063]

Another great video ... thank your, your bike is sweeet 👌

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks! 👍

[@Lordaniel899]

Thanks Missenden, very helpful review. As others have mentioned, i'm going to swap the standard seat for the Comfort Seat asap. I like also the Battery Trickler extension lead. I travel a lot and ride sporadically, so I'll need that. Cheers

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Stephen Evans since I made that film I got the kit that takes the play out of the throttle, transformed the bike and would make number 1 now!

[@utterlycutterly1]

Hi there did you have to get any ECU modifications done with the termis ? I'm thinking of getting them on mine too but I've heard the bike needs remapped and new ECU costs are expensive ? Ps great vid as usual 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks...and yes, you need the "upmap" for the Termi's - the dealer did mine when I bought the bike (and also kept the OEM pipes I've just realised!).....

[@utterlycutterly1]

+TheMissendenFlyer ok thanks prob get the termis for summer 👍🏻

[@findingneutral426]

All in the eye of the beholder.. but for me the biggest change in terms of riding was/is changing the guff standard pegs! And replacing the standard grips with pro grip 717's. The rear seat cowl in my opinion is also a must for looks.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes agree re the rear seat cowl for sure (who'd want to ride on the back of one of these!!)...and must check out the pegs, although I must say I don't really have an issue with the standard ones although I know lots of people complain about them...

[@findingneutral426]

TheMissendenFlyer I've gone for Oberon pegs and they give a much better anchor point when pressing on. Confidence is probably the word!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I'll have gander.......cheers

[@findingneutral426]

TheMissendenFlyer I've just gone up a tooth on the rear of mine as well (renthal) looking forward to getting her to brands to see if it helps with the gearing off of corners. Got some more parts in the pipeline for track

[@MarkSmith-io3qd]

Gorgeous looking Citroen DS!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

There is something about them isn't there....

[@richiektm]

Get a throttle spacer kit, gets rid of the free play and stops that on off feeling from the throttle

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I've heard a lot about this Richard and have thought about it, although to be honest I've not noticed an issue with the throttle control (but when I checked I do indeed have that mm of free-play the spacer fixes). Perhaps I should just fit one anyway as everyone says they are great - was it an easy install???

[@gunton21]

as always another great video tmf, maybe a few more goodies will be added after next week's visit to Birmingham! .

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...now I'm retired expensive new goodies are a thing of the past for me!

[@noahwayne3847]

I found on my 1299S if you don't have the tinted wind screen then the sun light tends to refract and melt a portion of the LED screen.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I've heard of that before - bizarre! So glad I got the dark screen fitted early on in that case....think you should be able to get that sorted under warranty though???

[@CunningStuntsGoFast]

if you have a 1199 or a 1299 like me your first concern is the terrible marzocchi front fork , the rebound damping is rubbish and the fork will also break down as in all the damping in and out completely gone .

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Really? Not heard that before, sounds a bit grim...glad to say my 899 Showa BPF's are lovely!

[@CunningStuntsGoFast]

yeah man , its terrible , got 2 replacement forks in 13.000 km's , then i bought ohlins . good vids man , keep em coming !

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks..enjoy the Ohlins....and will do!

[@Doticaster]

Nice mods list. What tracker have you got? I was thinking of getting one for mine. I assume its main purpose is for it gets pinched? Tcrs✊

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I've got the Biketrac fitted, brilliant bit of kit, records all your journeys (you can analyse them on google maps complete with speeds if you want), it'll text your mrs if you have an off, it'll text me if the bike is moved without the ignition on and of course if it gets nicked a call centre liaises with the police to recover the bike for you - I have them on all my bikes, thoroughly recommended :0)

[@Doticaster]

TheMissendenFlyer Coolio mate. Definitely gonna look in to that then. Sounds exactly what I'm after. Cheers ✊

[@UnknownProdrive]

No1 an Italian accent No2 a raven haired Italian beauty hanging off the back No3 Loafers with no socks No4 A Cornetto or other Italian ice cream No5 A Ferrari in case it rains. Sorted. The Italian look smashed. I've already commented before. But I'll say again TMF, she's a beauty. I'd own that 899 in a heartbeat. Ride safe sir.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers sleepingdragon1 - and I agree with your list (although I's swap around 1 & 2)...scrap mine!

[@UnknownProdrive]

TheMissendenFlyer Apart form the obligatory tail tidy the old 899 comes sorted straight outta the box. Not alot needs changing apart from some personal preferences. A far more usable road bike than the 1199. Although they have ironed those out for the 1299 apparently. That could be the upgrade your looking for. Although for the elder gent like ourselves the new touring influenced Ducati (supersport I think they call it), with the wide bars may be worth a look. Or just go get the 1299 guided missile. And of course the raven haired beauty on the pillion whispering in your ear.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...I intend to have a look at the Supersport at the NEC next week, but somehow after the 899, I don't think it'll quite cut the mustard...I rode a 1299 a while back, for a road rider not significantly better than the 899 I thought - so I'm sticking with it for now :0)

[@UnknownProdrive]

TheMissendenFlyer Your thoughts on the 1299 are interesting. Look forward to seeing your NEC trip. Enjoy. Just to give you the heads up. If you go over to 44 teeth's channel they give a really good tour of the EICMA show. May be handy for marking your card for what to look out for at the Birmingham show. They do a good job well worth checking.

[@jackpeterson8549]

Another great video

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Jack - appreciate your kind comments....TMF

[@thomasgeser8486]

nice video the panigale looks great 😎

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you - I agree ;0)

[@mrDfresh101]

cabo verde musica

[@bikersquest]

Good call on the tracker even if you don't ride it in Lond thieves would jump at the chance of a Panigale

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I think they're well worth it on expensive/desirable bikes, you never know where you might need to leave them when you're out and about. I have them on all mine - great service from Biketrac too....

[@bikersquest]

Yeah I heard a lot of good things about them, they're on your case within a minute if something suspicious happens :D

[@964tractorboy]

TheMissendenFlyer I'd be interested in your thoughts on the tracker. I did check your back-catalogue for a video.

[@JLOSTAFF1]

Making a bike "your own" is undoubtedly one of the great pleasures of ownership. I'm always interested to see what you think is important. I'm about to go through the same process. After a year of ownership trading the GS in for a red/white R1200R Sport. Lack of garage space means I am limited to 2 bikes. Love the GS but always had an itch for the R! Enjoyed your take on what is important - I bet without the mishap your priorities would have differed? Regards, Jon.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good question Jon - maybe they would have differed but not by much I don't think, the fact Ducati don't lacquer the small red Panigale's (same on the 959s) is pants, so that paint protection kit would still be a must...but you're right, I may not have appreciated quite what good value it was. Enjoy the new bike, I look forward to hearing how you get on with it...all the best - TMF

[@coolhand65656565]

Useful review thanks

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You're welcome...

[@RyanB0306]

my dream bike right there...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes mine too, I was fortunate enough to make it happen...your time will come I'm sure!

[@davyboycolon530]

Beautiful bike my friend

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you - I'm certainly a fan of how these Panigale's look - the new Yamahas (R1 & R6) are nice, but I still think the Italians have the edge....

[@davyboycolon530]

I agree I love Italian motorcycles but I do miss my R1 " SOLD " that bike was fast and drop dead sexy ...

[@stevenfernandez4787]

what about the throttle spacer kit? i love the change

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Steven Fernandez I filmed this before I fitted the kit, had I not then the kit would have been number one for sure! Transformed the bike...

[@fhhfgj]

What was the total cost for your upgrades? I f you please. I am buying one of these soon,thanks for all the good info!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+fhhfgj if you have a look at my ownership reviews I go through the the costs of the upgrades....sorry I don't have the URL to hand

[@marcusrodriguez9992]

Great list....looking into the paint protection from your other video. May I suggest an incredibly cheap upgrade ($35.00 USD) which has made a ton of difference? There are small plastic throttle spacers on eBay which take about 10 minutes to install and make an incredible difference once you actually ride with them on. I did not realize that the throttle had so much unnecessary play in it until I installed the throttle spacers. It takes up that small amount of "play" the throttle has and gives a much smoother, less "choppy" throttle. I still scratch my head wondering why Ducati does not install these from the factory if they cannot engineer a throttle without a small amount of play. Thanks for your video

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I've heard a lot about these - I haven't noticed a particular issue with my throttle (although that play is there) and given the amount of people that have recommended the spacers I may well give them a go - do you have to remove the grips to fit them? what's involved?? Cheers - TMF

[@marcusrodriguez9992]

TheMissendenFlyer --I am not mechanically inclined almost at all and did myself in 10 minutes. Involves literally two screws to take apart the throttle body (sounds worse than it is). Once apart, you just slip the spacers over two small notches and reassemble throttle body. One of the throttle body screws is actually an odd size so the $30 eBay kit actually includes the bit making it even easier . You DO NOT remove grips at all

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Excellent - thanks for that Marcus, I can feel a purchase coming on.....

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...actually I can't seem to find them on E-Bay - you don't recall exactly what they were called or which seller do you? My search for "899 throttle spacer" or "Panigale throttle spacer" isn't getting me the right result! Cheers - TMF

[@gatesb7757]

Try www.panigalespacers.com. They are also on IG under Panigale Spacers, this is where I found them.

[@gregvos8599]

I am just glad that the stealer has finally sorted my water leak!!!

[@nigelpstreet]

Honestly, I would have an 899 now, if it weren't for the Clear Coat omission, and I've put 3M VentureShield on all my previous bikes. Did I mention Lithium battery to you? ;-)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Err, yep I think you did (someone certainly did, can't remember if it was you though to be honest)....thanks for watching once again, always good to hear from you - TMF

[@andyblackburn2068]

Lovely bike indeed! But I don't do sports bikes (titanium leg bones and knee won't bend enough lol) Very surprised at Ducati selling a premium bike without a clear coat to cover paint. As you said if your paying top money for a bike you want to protect your investment. Cheap cost cutting measures on Ducati's part.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yeah it's pants though - glad I learned about it before I had the chance to damage the paint. I hope the titanium leg bone is nothing to do with bikes?????

[@andyblackburn2068]

TheMissendenFlyer long story about the leg had it 4 years, ( another time maybe ) not bikes though although being another "Barry Sheene" does have its romance lol

[@stevenv1992]

That not pants - that's disgraceful!! They probably used red felt tip pens.

[@YarekBalear]

Yup, the serious bike garage envy continues!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sorry about that ;0)

[@fruitafval]

What about your gold plated chain ?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes good point - although that really was an annoyance and shouldn't have happened at all....but glad to see you are paying close attention! Cheers Matthijs - TMF

[@gunton21]

that's a shame, I thought there might be a nice new 1299 superleggera, on its way to the TMF garage. lol.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Not sure it's worth the £72K when you can have the new Norton V4 for half that - a bargain at around £45K!

[@irideaduck939]

You haven't replaced your foot pegs yet?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nope - I've not had any issues with mine (I know lots of people claim they are slippery)....you changed yours??

[@irideaduck939]

Yes I changed mine! Depending on which boots I'm wearing, they can be a bit slippery. I did five track days on my 899 this summer ... wish my skills were 1/2 of the potential of the bike. Enjoying your videos!

[@richiektm]

Really easy just remove a couple of screws and fit the fit job done in minutes

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...mmm, maybe I should just do it then....

[@ggaynor101]

So it needs a trickle charger....just like my 1983 Pantah 500

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yep, that's about the measure of it!

[@Spikycloud]

something I don't understand - everyone seems to fit their sports bikes with tail tidys.. why don't manufacturers simply make the back end tidier to begin with!?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

'fraid not, at least in this country (and probably all EU countries), the tyre isn't allowed to stick out the back further than the bike bodywork on a new bike, so manufacturers are forced to add these plastic monstrosities to get the number plate out beyond the rear tyre....everybody then immediately replaces them - crazy rule!

[@Spikycloud]

TheMissendenFlyer Ah thanks, that clears that up, a senseless regulation! Great videos, I enjoy them all :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Indeed - cheers and thanks for the kind words...TMF

[@spigot993]

I've some perhaps slightly obscure changes/tips rather than accessories as such, taken from personal experience and also tips from the operators of a high mileage Panigale; depending on how you use the Panigale and what year you have; 1) I recommend an aftermarket seat for the 201{1,2} model (and similar kitted out models), as the stock seat is a little on the thin side - it may just be down to my boney arse - this was changed for a more comfortable seat on the more recent models (>2015?). 2) You may want to consider replacing the clutch-side engine cover for a two-part type, because if you're into DIY maintenance: you've a nightmare of a job dismantling the bike on clutch work with the rather large single piece type. 3) If you're covering a lot of miles on the '11/12 model you may want to get a tray of spare mirror fastener plugs, as they pop out. 4) Protect, or otherwise be careful with the little gators on top of the fork loom, as Ducati don't (or didn't) sell these on their own, they were only offering them with the loom!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for that Spigot - great intel! All the best - TMF

[@JericVillaflores]

Must have is a panigale spacer...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

So I'm told, I've never had an issue with the throttle but I may well have another look into this as everyone seems to rate the spacer....

[@antonoat]

It can't be right that the battery goes flat in just a few days! Cheers

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I know, I have the same thing on the GS - it's definitely down to the trackers installed, never happened prior to having those fitted...

[@mr.elastomeric1787]

200 quid for a coat of wax?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

?? I assume you're referring to the paint protection kit.....somewhat more than a coat of wax me thinks! Still really pleased with it by the way nearly two years later and the paintwork is still in A1 condition....

[@EekiFighter]

I would say Dainese gear :D

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...with airbag??

[@EekiFighter]

TheMissendenFlyer Those look pretty good why not 👍

[@OldManTony]

I think you should stop gripping the tank with your feet 😉

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Unconventional I admit, but it works for me ;0)

[@adamrought8465]

Ride the 250

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...which 250??? You mean my little Honda???

[@fingarz]

3rd! lol

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Congrats....must try harder next time ;0)

[@damaks100]

First! :D

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Well done sir!