Ducati SuperSport S Test Ride | A comfortable sports bike??

[@Kwaalaaa]

Found the perfect bloke for bike reviews, another Aussie giant that rides Sydney roads. Been eyeing off this bike for a couple weeks now ever since I sat on one Love the video and honesty with the short comings Keep it up my dude 🤙🤙🤙

[@reginaldmankowski4267]

Just bought one of these in Titanium. Amazing machine!

[@spectrumglass2730]

Just purchased a Supersport with full akra exhaust..haven't picked itvup yet but thank you..your review has made me confident I have got the right bike for me...😊

[@ignus1985]

I have one of these too, S model, full Akro in Red. Love this bike so much! The noise! THE NOISE!!!

[@Mitch-Baldwin]

This video deserves more viewership. Great review of the bike. Really got an idea of what it would be like to own it. Not just, what it would be like to ride on track. Take my like and subscribe good sir, thanks!

[@WeNeedASaga]

Cheers Mitchell! Glad you found it useful!

[@michaelgalbraith5670]

Loved the review. Nice to see a bit of common sense for a change. Totally agree with your views. Managed to get a 5 hour test ride, while my 1299 was serviced. The supersport makes much more sense on our crappy British roads. Pleased to say I've done the deal. Straight swap for my 1299 😁. Just got to wait a couple of weeks for delivery.

[@WeNeedASaga]

well there you go - it's one thing to say it's a better road bike than a 1299 but you've walked the walk! enjoy the bike mate, they're awesome!

[@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214]

Congratulations, I have a SS too and love it...based in Manchester if you’re local for a ride out.

[@convex7456]

Damn isnt the grunt of the 1299 enough to keep it. Or u tired of ir nuts being microwaved 😂

[@elon8595]

@@convex7456 option B

[@kiwihame]

Great review. Thanks. With the facelift having just come out, this may be my next new Ducati.

[@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214]

You won’t regret it, I’ve had mine since 2017 and love it

[@trevorleggo1777]

Thanks, you've just shown me a nice local circuit. think I'll include Delhi road as well. Great down to earth review.

[@Gioskywalker1]

It's so great to see other tall riders!

[@seebarry4068]

It’s a lovely looking bike. Aspirational.

[@sprechendemulltonne5051]

I've already got a new bike recently (CBF 600 SA) but I'm always happy to discover a new review by you! Keep it going! Nice exhaust on this bike by the way!

[@WeNeedASaga]

thanks mate - and congratulations on the new bike!

[@JohnMarcar]

Great review. First time viewer having searched for reviews ahead of a supersport test ride I’ve booked with my local dealer here in the U.K. in a week. I’m currently on a monster 821 wanting to upgrade and have concerns that the supersport will be too similar in power and handling but your review has made me feel a little more excited about it. Subscribed! 😎

[@nairbyad7188]

nice review. i have two sportbikes (cbr1000rr & daytona with VIR nearby!) and a sports tourer (ninja1000 with saddlebags). don't ask why i cannot decide between the 950s and panigale bayless. if the ss had the more powerful engine, i would have no quandary... thanks for your opinion. apparently that torque provides plenty of giggle time thrust!

[@ilmostro16]

Great review... I LOVE MINE

[@robedwards782]

Great review, love the ergonomics peice.

[@rsraider1043]

Great review.I think the Akropovic system adds about 10hp taking to about 123hp and 20% more in the mid range...and some weight saving...and the sound OMG. But the price of the system is outrageous...I'm buying mine from the dealership with the Akropovic race system as a demo and then the pipe makes sense because you score on the price but I don't think I would add it otherwise. Negatives I've picked up. Getting it into neutral is a faff, the mirrors are crap and vibrate and there is heat on your thighs when you stop (but not too bad). But I don't care...the bike makes me smile more than any other I have ridden lately including 200hp superbikes.

[@WeNeedASaga]

thanks for the comment - its a good summary for prospective buyers!

[@azguitar]

Great review, with some caveats. Did you notice that the fork tubes cannot be raised much because the clip-ons get in the way? That might impact setting up the bike to turn faster. Also, as an expert-level roadracer, I'd advise getting better gloves that fully cover your wrists. RS Taichi or GP-level. How much are your hands worth?

[@gregt7927]

I am propably i a bit late next ride through hunters hill hit loop road next to Galdesville Bridge and take the down hill cork screw, but could you imagine the sales on this bike if it had a TFT dash.

[@rexd1976]

I wish someone would discuss this compared to the BMW F 800 GT. I suspect the F 800 GT is a little more tour, while the SS is a little more sport, but what are the similarities and differences in the experience?

[@christester9853]

isn't the BMW about 30bhp less?

[@jimpanzer07]

Too bad the other brands do not offer a comfortable full fairing sport bike, this bike fills the bill and is one of the best handling bikes I have ever owned.

[@WeNeedASaga]

I agree - more of the companies should make a bike like this. It's a great recipe.

[@Bizmonger]

I'm 6'7 240. I'm drooling over this bike. Why didn't you buy this over the MT09? Also... What's the best bike for you given your size?

[@johnhancock5903]

Great review

[@WeNeedASaga]

John Hancock thanks John

[@nitulkalita8211]

I wanna buy this machine

[@WhildRockPicker]

awesome review mate

[@zubrick0154]

Great video and review, definitely one of the better ones on KZbin. I was wondering if the cable ties on the number plate are to keep the magpies away? How did the heat from the engine / exhaust compare with the panigale?

[@WeNeedASaga]

Zubrick01 thanks mate :) The cable ties are because the demo bikes have trade plates rather than full rego so have to be removed often. The exhaust heat is non-existent on the SuperSport - much less noticeable than the Panigale...

[@rlsedition]

The Pani has a lot more engine/exhaust heat than this bike.

[@johnhancock5903]

Zubrick01 also great if you want to fold up your number plates 😂

[@JS-fb6ww]

Why does it sound like a 4-stroke dirt bike engine?

[@brianbotterill1564]

Have you had the chance to compare this to your MT-09 or F800 GT? I'm looking for a sports tourer that gets not bad mileage and is comfortable to ride. How would you compare this to your MT-09?

[@Barabassx]

SS and MT09 are completely different bikes. SS is more stable in curves, more well build, way more good looking, better sound BUT the engine of the MT09 (CP3) is waaay better (115HP too) and the riding position is way more comfy on the MT09 but you don't have wind protection at all (or go for a Tracer 900 which is very very comfy and amazingly punchy with the cp3). The twin is damnly hot very fast too and you feel the damn hot warm coming from the engine to the legs coz it hasn't been developped to run in a fairing case seen it's an engine originally developped for the hypermotard. If you're living in a warm country, avoid the SS at all cost it's a good advice. Well, there is a matter of reliability too on exotic bikes you must know but all Ducati's (MV's, etc) owners will always say they never have troubles...subjects and polls on worldwide forums say sth else though. Yamaha is way more reliable and the maintenance on ducati can cost an arm too you must know it, especially the vavles job. Last thing, the MT09 looks plastic and cheap if you compare to a Ducati, the build quality is good but not very good (plastic and cables everywhere) like it is on Ducati which looks amazing tbh. If you're looking for a sports tourer very comfy and punchy with great pleasure to ride, i'd go on the Yamaha Tracer 900 (GT) and the 2017 or above it surprised me alot and i have tested at least 35 bikes this year. Don't judge on its trail look it isn't one at all but try it and you'll understand what i mean (nearly a sport bike engine in a trail position with a roadster behaviour, quick-shifter and good wind protection and nice features). V

[@rexd1976]

Problem with the Tracer 900 GT, for some, is the ridiculous 33.4" or 34.1" seat heights. At 5' 8", even on the BMW F 800 GT's 31.5" seat height, I am on the balls/toes on both feet with the bike straight up, and leaning the bike slightly left to flat foot at a stop light. I am most curious how the forward lean is on this compared to the F 800 GT though. I felt as though with the 800 GT I was going to have to install risers. I don't know how that works with clip-ons though.

[@jamesavery6671]

Would you choose the SS the mt 09 or the z900 money not an issue ? That vtwin sounds so good . Good review as always from america

[@WeNeedASaga]

Hmm, they're pretty different! The supersport has more bulk and a bit less power but it's probably better for the long trips. Depends what sort of riding you want to do I guess. You're right though the Duc definitely sounds cooler ;)

[@andersnilsson1317]

Cool bike! Yes! And also cool music. That music in the intro and outro, what was that?

[@franciscodebastos]

Hi mate! Great review! How do you feel: 1- the heat, 2 the usability, and, 3 the comfort; compared to the monster 797? I plan to buy one of these two bikes, for daily urban use, with traffic jam etc... thanks!!!

[@WeNeedASaga]

here in Australia the SuperSport is a LOT dearer than the 797. I think for daily urban use the monster is a better choice. You won't have heat or comfort issues with either...

[@franciscodebastos]

Thanks for the answer!!! WeNeedASaga

[@WeNeedASaga]

no problem!

[@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214]

Nice review, I love mine best bike to ride for me

[@alexrodrigues1861]

Hello there! let me ask you sth. Do you have it yet? If so, for how long? I"m considering getting one, but allm my friends and the reviews I've been watching tells I should not buy a Ducati because it"s not a reliable brand. I'd like to know your opinion since you have experience! Thanks!

[@sekeli69]

a.l rodrigues how many of your friends have ducatis so they can say its unreliable? Had supersport s for a little over a year now and i would say its on par relibility wise with bmw f700gs i had for 4 years. Had bbs module failure which was sorted out in few days, didnt leave me stranded in middle of nowhere, you could still ride the bike. Did close to 15000km in a year, had no other problems. Would buy ducati again, but next one is multistrada, either 1200s or 950s. So if you are troubled by what others say, dont buy one. If you want one, you wont regret buying it.

[@alexrodrigues1861]

@@sekeli69 thank you for the answer!

[@QP2uno]

We’re about the same height but I’m 260.... but which supersport bike would you recommend??btw great review!!!

[@WeNeedASaga]

I haven't ridden that many supersport bikes so it's hard for me to say! If you want to do a mix of road and track, this is a good choice. Even big guys like us will be comfy on it too.

[@AC-id6rf]

Great review thank you. Love this Ducati. It looks good, sounds good and those pipes make the bike! The brakes on this (and most Ducati's these days) are brilliant. The Ohlins give a firm but supple ride on the S and it's so comfortable while looking like a proper Ducati. But like a lot of other folk in the target market I can't bring myself to buy it. Why? While the Multistrada and Panigale (even the Scrambler in a twisted way) are all class leading category defining bikes the Super Sport is just meh. It's middle of the road. In order to establish the price point of £12,000 Ducati have handicapped what could have been another category winner by not giving it enough horsepower. Bike buyers are a pretty simple to understand group. We like things that look good sound great and as you put it so perfectly have some bragging rights. Yeah yeah I know that 115bhp is plenty 99% of the time. And yeah yeah it is all about torque and having that easy roll on from 3000 rpm. But look at you you hoon. First bit of straight and you wanted to give it the beans. The rest of the comfortable bike market gets the idea of having a few extra ponies. 140 to as high as 170 bhp is easy to find and don't spare the cubes (KTM V twin I'm looking at you.) We don't mind bigger engines either. And by the way isn't Ducati's own Monster 1200 pumping out near 147 bhp and 91 lb-ft these days? And you said this had the frame of a Monster... If not a liquid cooled Monster engine (it will always be girls bike anyway ask any Italian.) then Ducati could consider giving us a detuned Panigale engine from a few years back. They used to be only about the same money as a Super Sport anyway. Until the buyers feel they are getting enough cubes and bhp the Super Sport will be an opportunity missed that they never even realised they had. Thanks again for a great review.

[@WeNeedASaga]

well said mate! we know what we like and a few extra horsepower would definitely step this bike up into a another category...

[@AC-id6rf]

WeNeedASaga So true. On launch lots of journos in Europe were so complimentary. Everyone wants to love this bike. One journo tied himself in knots asking his readers to think of it as a really nice 600 with lots of torque! I just hope Ducati sees that the real market is just another 25bhp and couple of hundred cubes north of where they are. I'm hoping for a 12xx (euro 4 compliant) version for 2019 or 2020. It would be such a success. A proper gents Ducati that you can ride on Sundays, track once or twice a year and do the odd long weekend on. At the moment the conversation in most would be buyers heads is "really nice bike - but I can't buy something with only 115 bhp." C'mon Ducati category winners only please.

[@dry509]

Is this more fun than the gsx s, Z900, mt-09? More nimble?

[@WeNeedASaga]

Fun is a very subjective term! ;) I think all 4 of those bikes are fun - it just depends what you like. Also keep in mind this Ducati is nearly double the price of an MT-09 too so it's a bit hard to compare them.

[@pauly1k]

I own an MT 09 and have test ridden this bike quite a few times. For the type of riding I do, I would take the Ducati 1000%

[@Elysanable]

I love it.

[@TG-sf2dq]

How is the wind buffeting on highway and how would you compare it to a multi strata for comfort? I am 6’3

[@WeNeedASaga]

Peter Steele i didn't spend a lot of time at high speed so I'm not 100% sure about the wind buffeting but It seemed fine. In terms of comfort, the Multistrada will be the more comfortable bike if you're doing a lot of touring, but the Multi is also bigger, more powerful and quite a bit more expensive than the Supersport so it depends what sort of riding you like to do I guess.

[@Ducati_Dude]

WeNeedASaga ---> The Multistrada's seat gets hard after a couple of hours of continuous riding. I suggest an 'AirHawk' seat cushion for extended riding. I use an AirHawk cushion and wouldn't ride without it...

[@DJPTEXAS]

@@Ducati_Dude I changed my Multistrada's seat after I couldn't take it after a long trip, I even bought an Airhawk pad just to get home!... if you want all day comfort get your seat redone by Sargent Seats...best thing I've ever did.

[@mathias6423]

Weneedasaga proper testride, im 6’7 like you thanks for sideview! Its between this and 2018 ninja 1000 (z1000sx) or gsx-s1000FZ(faired gsxs1000 phantom black) 2018. The gixxus seems like a real hoot, it now has 150hp and 110nm torque. Still looks like a bird though ;p

[@WeNeedASaga]

Torque house hah yeah it's a bit bird like... i rode the GSXS1000 (the naked one) and you're right, it's a blast!

[@jamesavery6671]

Iam only 5'7 =( Manlet.

[@nguyentham7471]

How does the heat bro? Does it feel comfortable when drive in city

[@WeNeedASaga]

Nguyen Tham I didn't notice the heat at all. And it's nice in the city - comfortable and easy to manage.

[@nguyentham7471]

WeNeedASaga thank you man,i’m going to get this bike this month

[@reerbaadia1896]

Demo bike with moto gp akro pipes. How much was it? Nice review and subscribed of course.

[@WeNeedASaga]

thanks mate. I think they're priced about $22k AUD

[@theemeraldmoose4037]

Why don't u do a really steep hill test

[@StarAZ]

Street Triple RS is cheaper with more power and comfort. It also has Ohlins. Do you think you'll pick the Supersport (S) over the Striple?

[@WeNeedASaga]

If you want hit the canyons on the weekend the Street Triple might be better, but if you want to do long miles the fairing and screen might make the SuperSport a better choice...It depends what kind of riding you want to do.

[@worldsnomad]

Nice Audi mate 😉

[@WeNeedASaga]

worldsnomad haha ;)

[@worldsnomad]

WeNeedASaga don't suppose you could tell me how does it compare to kawa. z1000sx in terms of road handling and power in real world on the roads .. great reviews 👍 Thanks!

[@elon8595]

@@worldsnomad Kawasaki got linear power delivery than this I guess

[@jgt_]

That U-turn attempt would be an instant test failure.

[@marvindelacruzreddamienstudios]

Seat cooks balls. 😂

[@lukemcmahon2248]

No joke I’m 500m from that dealer 😂😂.

[@gregt7927]

Onya mate

[@panzerd18]

Why do they call it a super sport when it clearly isn't

[@WeNeedASaga]

panzerd18 my brother and I were having this exact conversation - I totally agree! It should be called the SportsTourer or something...

[@rlsedition]

Oh yes it is, but it doesn't pretend to be a track bike - you can actually ride it comfortably.

[@1ledan]

Roger Sears It’s NOT ...its just a good looking tourer

[@rlsedition]

Yes, it is. Just a sports bike with a bit of comfort included. You need to actually ride one.

[@jimpanzer07]

it is a sportbike, try it before you knock it, one of the best handling bikes I have ever ridden

[@JS-fb6ww]

Thanks for ruining the little bit if appeaI i had for the supersport by comparing it to one of the ugliest non sporty bikes out there- Honda VFR. Smh

[@MyRandomLife247]

I think they really ruined the look of this with its whole identity crisis thing going on! The name is completely irrelevant too as it's nothing like the Supersport models of old. Gimme a Monster 821 any day!

[@WeNeedASaga]

MyRandomLife247 this thing will be much more at home on a track than a Monster though...The extra ground clearance and fairing make it feel much better at speed than a Monster.

[@reerbaadia1896]

Anyone who knocks it change their mind immediately once they try it. The name is silly but other than that a brilliant road and occasional track bike.

[@rlsedition]

Having owned a Monster 1200 and ridden the new SS, I'd take the SS every time due to its superior wind protection.

[@rlsedition]

You're entitled to your opinion, but as a former owner of a Monster 1200 and having test ridden the new Supersport, the SS is a much better streetbike than the Monster simply due to its 3/4 fairing. Who wants to get blown around by the wind if you need to go somewhere?

[@jamesavery6671]

Good point. What year monster did you have ? Monster is /was my dream bike but all your saying makes the ss the more practical bike for general commute. I wanna that vtwin sound either way lol