V4 victory: Neevesy rides the new Ducati Multistrada V4 S | MCN | Motorcyclenews.com

[@vector409]

love a lot of other reviewers but Neevesy is a class act, top man

[@raypetrocelli595]

Just love my first Ducati the Multistrada V4S is the best motorcycle I've ever owned and ridden, can't say enough about it, the looks, performance, comfort & technology are absolutely incredible, nice video, everyone ride safe. Go Ducati.

[@Ddbll94]

Great journalism with your mention of the brakes @9:45. Love the attention to detail!

[@conceptsmart]

Thanks for the most honest review I have ever seen for this bike. German guys weight it and it weights 270 kg fully fuelled - exactly as 1250GS Ducati targeting with this model. Fully corresponds with your review.

[@hoodooguru5217]

Cheers from the US and thanks for the honest, thorough, and well balanced review. You covered nearly every aspect that a potential buyer would care about. Looking forward to my Multistrada V4S delivery in April. Should be a great bike to enjoy for years to come. 👍

[@JUFFAIR101]

Congrats! I am getting one too 👍🏼

[@hoodooguru5217]

@@JUFFAIR101 Nice! Congrats to you too! Lots of happy new Multistrada V4S owners in the coming months. 🥳

[@motorcyclenewsdotcom]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@hoodooguru5217]

@@motorcyclenewsdotcom Any potential plans for a long-term review to see how you & the MCN staff feel about this bike after 6-9 months? Seems like the best way to really assess the appeal of a bike is how often everyone is fighting to ride it. 😉👍

[@marcusgeorge1825]

Thanks Neeves! I purchased a 916 as my “road bike”. When I was racing a Suzuki GSXR-750 (mid 90’s obviously) which was quicker then. I only wish that I held onto my 916. Not for how they ride (it was a very difficult bike to manage). However, my racing experience, over 3 years in the mid to late nineties. At that time the 916 (our its baby brother being the 748) meant that (for me) what and how I learnt how to go fast, deep and hard, went out the window! In the 90’s Ducati’s had a mind all to themselves. Especially if you were used to the equivalent power out from the top 4 Japanese bikes. The original 916 (for WSB) and the 748 ( for the 600 class), were extremely different to ride! Let along race on. Me being an ex Australian Superbike racer, who competed in the 96 and 97 WSB at Phillip Island then I at the very least have a humble opinion. Great work Neeves! I love each and every video you post! I reckon you should be asking your boss for a significant pay rise as I’m sure I’m not the only fan and the honesty you provide! 👍😎🇦🇺

[@duca503]

That new TFT in person is incredible! Looks great on video but it's really next level in person. Best on the market, and navigation is pretty slick also

[@hoodooguru5217]

Totally agree. The online photos and videos really cannot do it proper justice. This bike must be seen and heard in person to truly appreciate its brilliance.

[@gfree4244]

Great review as always...I have two (2015 and 2016) Multi’s which I love. I did have a chance to quickly demo ride the new MS. One of the most profound things I loved which was not mentioned in this review is the quick shifter transmission. It is brilliant, seemless and smooth. Now that is coming from someone who has only ridden an aftermarket quick shifter and not a fully integrated unit. I’m not spoiled with many of the sport bikes which come standard with that technology so for those who haven’t experienced this you will love the transmission on the new MS as I am sure are on many other bikes. My two cents. 👍🏻

[@silvsiri3478]

Best moto reviewer on the net , should have million subs ..

[@motorcyclenewsdotcom]

Maybe one day!

[@erayatalag2207]

The first objective and the best review about this bike.....

[@andrewedmond7738]

Terrific review as usual Michael. Tough choice to make soon, GSA or Ducati Multistrada. I'm getting a headache! Thanks again, really appreciate the work and effort you guys put into you videos. #1 in my opinion.

[@57lieu]

Really great 1st ride review. “A big ball of Bologna brilliance.” Ha! Love it! Thanks Neevesy!

[@mikaeldelta1378]

Awesome review as always Mr.Neeves, straight to the point all your comments! You touched all the details, that Multi 1200 owners are thinking.... Keep updating Us, excellent as you do! Greetings from sunny Greece (Athens)!!!

[@K777John]

Neevesy, you are getting more and more poetic ‘Ball of Bologna Brilliance’ really made me smile mate. Love the bike, really loved my 1100S Multi, and my 1200S Touring, but I won’t be buying one of these-I have a Motorhome for long foreign trips and being retired time is no longer of the essence.

[@schemkesa]

Thank you, great review, with real world conclusions. Love Neeves

[@motorcyclenewsdotcom]

Thanks for watching!

[@TsterMr63]

Most useful review I've seen in awhile.

[@oskarformula9234]

Perfect review, as always. You are really world class, like the bike! Thanks.

[@stevensmith743]

Really excellent review! I have a 2019 1260 S and I'm still extremely happy with the V2 (and everything else about it), but Ducati's V4s are indeed impressive.

[@tailtidy8185]

Just love your videos, class leading.👍

[@motorcyclenewsdotcom]

Thanks 👍

[@frankmirandosr875]

I have V2S and I really enjoy it, I’m thinking about getting the V4s, thanks for the Review

[@MajorDrama1]

Awesome Review As Always Neevesy 🙂 Lets just hope that models like this finally wake tyre manufacturers up to the urgent need for sticky 19" sport/performance tyres for this class of adventure bike - Bizarre that tyre manufacturers have not tooled up to produce this size of performance tyre (notable exception being Metz M9RR) because the potential global market potential must be massive

[@gfrizzleshizzlemanizzle]

Shouts from NZ. Great review. I want one!!!

[@motodruid4327]

Riding position is similar to the GS for sure, but I was reminded of the S1000XR when I first rode the V4. The Ducati engine sounded like a twin but definately felt like a four when it picked up speed. Not a bad thing at all, it's just a more refined Multi, a logical pregression, but also a widening disparity between the move toward sensible touring and the larger front wheel, but overall it's a better bike than the previous one.

[@powertrip1050]

...forgot the cagiva navigator in the list of earliest....but great review....again

[@dbauernf]

Stunning bike. Great video Neevesy!

[@motorcyclenewsdotcom]

Glad you like it!

[@elgar6743]

Not my style of bike, yet! Always enjoy Neevesy's reviews...excellent.

[@motorcyclenewsdotcom]

Thanks! 👍

[@markfishwick3465]

Yet another professional and informative review ....... great work

[@TheJWC56RSA]

An honest review! The thirstiness of the new V4's is something Ducati needs to address... it is also carrying too much weight! Desirability will most probably be selling the new Multi... Not my kind of bike however.

[@ampm9771]

Not as thirsty than japanese inline4s.

[@Joric78]

@@ampm9771 Which Japanese inline 4s? If the numbers quoted are correct, that's worse than anything comparable like the Versys 1000.

[@ampm9771]

@@Joric78 All of them, from sports bikes to tourers. Versys 1000 is a 1050cc inline 4 that hardly puts out 100hp, and to get anywhere near 100hp, it has to rev high to the skies. Versys 1050cc's actual usable power is something between 60 to 80 hp Numbers quoted? by who? by you? by Ducati? By youtubers, by who? Did you know that many youtubers get paid to talk down the competitors achievement, especially bike makers like Ducati. I wanna see real data, not from some youtubers who can barely write an error free essay. I wanna see real world data gathered where the bike is in its elements.

[@TheJWC56RSA]

@@ampm9771 No way! You make me feel better with my avg of 14.5km/l on my SF V4 S... :-)

[@Joric78]

@@ampm9771 The Versys 1000 is a similar category of machine. There aren't a lot of Japanese 4 cylinders in that category. Even if you broaden it to sports tourers, that's worse MPG than the FJR 1200. Going off both the claimed numbers from Ducati and the numbers given here by MCN. Even the Supercharged H2 SX gets better mileage than 37mpg.

[@939sp8]

Amazing as always! Looking forward for the pikes peak v4 review! Is it coming soon?

[@syumassh]

That was a really good review, really balanced and explained well. I think you summed up adaptive cruise really well, nice to have but doesn’t work great all the time. I think for people who have lived with ACC in their own cars for a long time; you’ll realise that ACC does have its quirks and limitations. As for fuel consumption, it sounds really poor and you’re not the first to say it. Nobody expects great FC from a Ducati, but for an adventure bike you’d expect better! Thanks N!

[@machinehead9334]

Great review Neevesy, thanks. I had a 1200S DVT for 4 years but traded it in last September. It was a fantastic bike, and I’m sure the V4 is too. However, at well over 21K, it’s simply pushing things too far for me. Appreciate what you say about the bigger front wheel, but the DVT with its sporty 17” front was one of the reasons I liked it so much. I wanted a sporty ‘Adventure Bike’ and I never had any intention whatsoever of taking it off-road. You say it’s like a big red GS, but for me it looks like a Honda. Really interesting comments about the adaptive cruise control and I’m sure many people will pick up on that as it’s so new most of us haven’t experienced it on a bike yet. And only 179 mile tank range for such a bike? That doesn’t work for me I’m afraid. So all in all I’m glad I didn’t hang around for the V4, and am very happy I decided on a 1290GT. Just hoping for this bloody pandemic to clear off so I can get back on it again!

[@tomtraynor5384]

Same-ish dilemma here. I want a 17" wheel. The Pikes Peak will have one. But then it won't have a load-adjustable adjustable suspension. And fuel mileage remains mediocre. Maybe a 17" wheel can be retrofitted off a Pikes Peak. Yet that mileage.... To me--bike seems a bit confused as to it's mission. Waiting for a 2022 Supeduke GT v.3 for now.

[@garethholden301]

How long until there is a Pikes Peak version with 17” rims?

[@alg7777777]

Hi, yes you can feet sticky tires... You have Dunlop Sportsmart TT in needed dimmensions.

[@vanhopeoriginal.1555]

Nice view from up on top of the Woodwalton hill. The nerd in me looks out for our local roads. 👍🤟

[@customcreations690]

I pick up the sport version this weekend. Can’t wait.

[@tgsignaturetours]

Perfect and neutral review. I appreciate your effort. Thanks and ride safe buddy.

[@Euvtoos]

Why cant it fit a stickier tyre? New to this.

[@seamuskenny9956]

How does the V4 compare to the 1260 enduro with a similar spec, 19” front wheel double sided swing arm and more off road bias ?

[@1956colinb]

Good review Michael, honest and realistic to hear of its negative points as well 👍 Too thirsty and about 5 grand overpriced, depreciation will be astronomical on this but nobody will care as very few people purchase bikes outright these days, they’re all on the never-never and all people think about is “ £250 quid a month pcp....yeah I can afford that “ Drop all the electronic gubbins like radar cruise control,...who actually asks for this stuff 🤷🏻‍♂️?? Belongs on your Audi motorway repmobile, not on a motorbike!

[@daveelliott1000]

Excellent review . Told me all I needed to know 👍

[@pistolpete6321]

Great review!

[@motorcyclenewsdotcom]

Glad you think so!

[@massi888]

hi, thank you for the review. i am not sure a ducati without desmo, for the purist of the brand it seems that in the name of money and market, they are a bit loosing the soul. I have a question about the adaptive cruise control, how does it work? i mean in the car is connected with an automatic gearbox, if you are on the bike in 6th gear and the car on front slows down i can it go down in gears?

[@jamesdaple9951]

Excellence in two wheel Engineering Kudos Ducati!!!

[@pankajnalavde]

What Jacket are you wearing, the one with the red stripes?

[@soumyaprakashsahoo4120]

How is the low speed tractibility? Does it heat up like a typical ducati in low speed and traffic? How is the heat management compared to bmw r1250gs?

[@michaeldobson8859]

So should i trade in my 2014 Multistrada GT? Or does the 17” and 190 rear tire keep me on the GT?

[@twinwheels4717]

Lovely bit of kit, range a bit of a pain but not really an issue. I really don't understand why all these touring/bigger sports bikes etc around 250kg keep being described as massively heavy most bikes weighed around that 15 years ago and a lot still do it's par for the course.

[@nevillemcnaughton6306]

15.5 approx. mph/1,000 rpm, the trend to low gearing in 6 gear is partially the reason for the engine breaking and is probably contributing to the low mpg. First upgrade would be taller gearing approaching 17 - 18 mph/1,000 rpm.

[@willraven7]

This vs RT 1250 as an overall??

[@HD2O13XL12OOC]

Does this have a "minimum preload" function that would effectively lower the bike??

[@georgekypraios2680]

You said about the engine, on A roads there is a lot of engine breaking. Does it do that in all modes?

[@nicholasshaw7672]

Thanks for informative & enjoyable review.... interesting & to the point as usual. I like your insight and analysis! I ordered one from Preston DMC a few months ago to upgrade my 1260 Enduro as I'm towards end of PCP term, and your test ride reinforces my decision to get one. I am not sure which spec though...I'm not sure which tyres to get or whether I really need sports exhaust? I have a V4 street fighter standard model, so I know I already love the engine as it's addictive & more fun than a twin...& V4 Sounds better than my V2 multi, more engaging too. I'm hoping new multi handles as well as my street fighter but doubt it!

[@rjmru]

Good all round review except the shocking audio peaks and troughs. Rest your finger on the volume control whilst you watch!

[@diddeallo7779]

Damn bro, this analysis is efficient!

[@Porsche996driver]

3:10 the OG MS there’s some Italian design!

[@TheJWC56RSA]

@@MrZog-yv3be Come on... it is a good looking bike!! Toe nou!!

[@GOINFINITI]

Great and informative review

[@motorcyclenewsdotcom]

Thanks!

[@stevec9959]

Will you be doing a full GS comparison test?

[@roadglide]

It’s truly a beauty. Sound and handling is amazing. Designed ultimately for “hooligan adventures on the super-slab”. The plastic panniers are too pretty for running off roads in the brush. Lovely machine.

[@TakeTimeToRide]

I remember the TDM! A friend swore by his and it was a no go for me. I now own a 2020 1260s. Oh well

[@ronpark4813]

Good review - spot on! I own one and would've liked to see narrower or adjustable handlebars, more windscreen coverage, significant increase in cruising mileage or larger tank, more headlight AND don't call it a touring motorcycle if it doesn't come equipped (paid) with maps you can download. Having bitched about its flaws, I say it handles excellently, way better than the GS1250. Just my two bits worth.

[@anxiousappliance]

engine maps? road maps? what is this about maps?

[@jonnycando]

I am mainly about cruisers and their ilk…..but I am liking this…..liking it very much indeed.

[@gnarshread]

Can you not dial down the engine braking?

[@marijnkramer6897]

if i would like to have a GS, i would buy one... that was the great thing about the multi 1200/1260. almost superbike steering with the almost comfort of a touring bike... how does the bike do on the shorter stuff? does it feel slugish now? if that is the case, I wouldn't buy and I would keep my SMT...

[@Bazza47]

Great warts and all review, one of the best I've watched for a long time thankyou. With full face helmets restricting the riders vision that blind spot technology should be on all bikes IMO. At £21.5k that's a huge amount of money though I guess most will be sold on a PCP and all they'll be interested in are the monthly payments. In general the prices of these top end adventure bikes seem to be getting a bit ridiculous now. I paid just over 16k for my new 1250 GS TE exclusive 12 months ago which seems like a positive bargain in comparison!

[@yveskirpach3439]

MTS V4 2021 vs MTS PP 2011 240 kgs vs 192 kgs dry weight 37 mpg vs 44 mpg 190 m vs 200 m range did I get something wrong?

[@fabiena1787]

9:00 I disagree. The blind spot indicator’s main use will be to tell you when your friend tries to pass you on the brakes.

[@splodge57]

Like the long major service interval but that's about it.

[@michaelvadney5803]

Thanks for the review! I know that it was cold, but I wonder how hot this bike gets in traffic. The little winglets make me think that it gets pretty hot.

[@advmatt1250]

I traded my 2020 v4 panigqle in against the new v4s full multi and to be honest I like the bike but the power just isn't there at all compared to the panigale, also feel lots of vibrations threw the bike causing knumb hands and crutch area and tingly feet , I don't personally rate the multi as much as I should do having a 2015 before . 2500 mls since September 2nd in first three weeks and seems the vibration is getting worse and I don't know where the 160 mph comes from ? Mine does 145 flat out with leathers on , very disappointed.

[@Ubique799]

Iv tried the XR BMW but it gave me white finger, Iv ended up buying a GSX,S 1000 but I like the look of the v4 . Not sure it would have the handling I like?

[@InfusedBiker]

I sat on one recently and it's very top heavy compared to a GS. The seat profile is slightly wide so any one with short inside leg measurement will struggle. To manoeuvre this beast in your drive or just to reposition it is going to be a pain!

[@ghowells5433]

I have a multi 1260 Pikes Peak with a full termi, not sure it’s worth changing for the v4s

[@jonbeattie2609]

Same here.. think I'll be sticking with mine too!! ;)

[@ezrapardede1921]

I don't think it's worth it, its definitely better in someway, but the 1260 still have the more suiting engine for the job

[@ghowells5433]

@@ezrapardede1921 don’t really want a GS alternative as I like the v twins handling and performance, and still comfie. Will stick with the multi v2 I think

[@theterrible1]

Probably not, Pikes Peak V4 is on the way though apparently.

[@gsenna472]

currently on a 950S.. not sure either...

[@brucekendall52]

Wonderful bike,thanks.

[@kennigt]

If I was fan riding on motorways for hours, that is what I would get ;) Nice review!

[@labrador3473]

Great video, i just want to tell to ducati, this engine has to be street fighter inside. While more torque at low rpm

[@atastefortheroad4475]

A welcome, thorough review. Technically it's impressive and Ducati's pivot towards the GS is understandable - with a goal to sell more units. But the price is off-putting and I couldn't help but notice a lack of sparkle in Neevesy's eyes for the new bike.

[@ampm9771]

No it doesn't. Multi and GS not even remotely similar.

[@chrisgeorge6812]

Is the base bike worth a punt?

[@constantineco]

Beautiful bike especially with spoken wheels and on off tyres.

[@yiannishayabusaofficial]

FANTASTIC BIKE AWESOME I LOVE IT !! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !

[@paulbradshaw9046]

Eh, idk. How does torque compare to a 1290 Adventure? Peak power is 500rpm above redline?

[@simonmurfin1910]

Yes please!

[@andrewsquires7230]

Ducaudi ? Range worries me a bit, will wait to see it in person. Great review thanks.

[@Jimo368]

Reminds me of the VFR1200X

[@gsenna472]

there must be something off with your memory..

[@skts2610]

Nice one Neevsey👍🏽

[@averagebiker]

I wish they'd split the Multi into 2 bikes - a GS equivalent and a S1000xr equivalent.

[@marijnkramer6897]

indeed, one with a real street setup (17 inch for the good tyres), and one with a adventure setup (19/17 for the adventure tyres). And maby later on a real enduro one, with the 21 inch offroad wheels... As it seems now, they killed the bike it was, they killed the recepy that was very succesful..

[@mauriziozanni4161]

Ducati does not follow BMW...if anything, it is the other way around.

[@Bazza47]

@@mauriziozanni4161 Apart from in the sales charts of course where Ducati arn't even in the same race😉

[@mauriziozanni4161]

@@Bazza47 Right, Ducati sold way more sportbikes than BMW, which in turn, only sells GS so well.

[@Bazza47]

I don't know where you are in the world but here in the uk that is just not the case. In 2020 BMW had 4 models in the UK top selling bikes over 500cc. The S1000XR was 10th, The S1000RR was 6th ( so THE best selling large capacity sports bike in the UK), The 1250 GS was 2nd and the 1250GSA 1st. These 4 bikes were also the 4 most expensive bikes to buy in the top 10 and accounted for 45% of those sales. Ducati on the other hand did not have a single bike in the top 10.

[@iamtherealzombie]

Brilliant review as always, but I fall entirely under the "disappointed sports purist" category... #notmymultistrada (lol)

[@frankiepavinato]

Maybe 2022 will give us a more sport oriented MTS with 17" inch wheel on the front so stay tuned..

[@Snerkler1]

Great review, I was going to buy a GS/GSA and after trying both yesterday I found they give me bad neck and shoulder pain due to the position and I think width of the bars, how does the Multistrada compare in this regard? I’m 6’4”.

[@faxxe71]

...like a red Gs... i´m finished ... thanks for clearing up

[@Bloodred.Tac0]

Awesome review. Definitely made me rethink this bike. I was more road less adventure. Maybe the XR is more my pace.

[@deniseroberts6908]

I would like to know what your opinion is comparing it to the latest MV Turismo Veloce, another piece of Italian exotica which, in my mind, from a similar class IMO. kind regards John

[@dalehawkes1698]

It’s a awesome bike alright but £21,445 wow personally I think prices are higher as most people are pcping new expensive bikes so when you pay 200-250£ a month feels better , but I still want one but bank accounts say no lol great review looking forward to the longer term one already 👍👍

[@cpuuk]

Surprised that 'engine braking' isn't configurable.

[@JUFFAIR101]

I hope it is

[@Joric78]

Watching the Ducati video on their controls and settings, it doesn't look like it is. The "Engine" option only has throttle response and power.

[@jerremyvinson6310]

I think I need this although the wife won’t be to happy I just got my 21 streetfighter v4s last weekend. I will ask for forgiveness it’s easier than permission lol

[@MLodovicoG]

I’m in the same position! Good luck mate

[@BHPUK]

Always easier to get forgiveness than permission😂 It’s a tactic that most guys at our place use & recommend.

[@jamesrudolph6893]

I am waiting for the pikes peak. I got the SF 8 months ago & put 8k miles I added a bmw K1600 & Xdiavel to the mix and I now need a motorcycle rehab clinic. I got a Monster plus for the wife to ride, so It shut her up for now. All my bikes put together are cheaper than what my mother in law costs me .

[@drewyager4020]

Is the suspension any different/firmer yet compliant

[@MatNewtonTrio]

My virtually new Tracer was 6k... I can do a lot of touring for 15k change and ride all year without worrying about it’s getting knicked or dropping it..

[@Russuk1]

Yeah but then there's touring and then there's touring on a Multi. No comparison

[@PhilbyFavourites]

I can certainly empathise. I’ve had a wide range of inexpensive, middling and “how much...” times of bikes. But... some of the most entertaining rides. I’ll rephrase that. THE most entertaining tour was done in 2003 on a 1985 BMW R100RT (cost £1200 with 25,000 miles on the clock). Portsmouth to Barcelona and back, vibrating brakes (warped disks) an engine that gave me burn marks on my inner thighs necessitating the ride back being on a thick towel.... yep, that big old brick engine certainly pushed out a huge amount of heat! It was in the sort of pre-internet days when you could just rock up to a foreign hotel and rooms hadn’t been all booked online beforehand. It was adventure and off road ability wasn’t required. Whisper it quietly France and Spain have excellent roads and are a million times better than ours. So enjoy that Tracer and one day life might just present you with the opportunity for a “how much...” bike. Grab it and smile and for a little while don’t worry about the negatives and just enjoy. After last year and this one there is a lot of “enjoying” to be had 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@crimzikk]

Ducati tax is increasing

[@ampm9771]

Good for you.

[@stefanoslan]

I can do a lot of touring with my ford fiesta with the money I saved not buying a ferrari

[@petervautmans199]

Nice review, looks like a great bike, but I will stick to my XR. If i want 4cilinder litre bike fun, i need 17 inch tires

[@bobklee2397]

On line tutorials? Good God it’s a bike not an appliance 😀great review as ever

[@wanderer54796]

Awesome Review of the Awesome motorbike 👍

[@motorcyclenewsdotcom]

Thanks! 👍

[@wanderer54796]

@@motorcyclenewsdotcom you are Welcome.

[@kriskearns9653]

I wonder if they will make a pikes peak version or an R version. Something tells me they will.

[@drewyager4020]

QS sounds smooth