I’ve owned both. Both are great bikes, similar but different. XR, corners and brakes better, better and more plentiful accessories, better dealer back-up, manic sportsbike engine. 1260S. Calmer and quieter engine, smaller and lighter, bags more torque, quicker and easier to ride in day-to-day riding. Slightly nervous front end.
Very nice review. Based on that I decided to go for the Multistrada 1260. Yes the 4-in line is smoother. I have also Z1000SX as well. Kawasaki, best 4-in line I have ever had. But the knee angle is to tight ( I am getting older). That is why I looked for something more relaxed to be placed on. And yes Ducati V2 DVT is just a nice machine, even though a low revs its not perfect. But do I want a BMW GS. No not yet... And the V4 is quite expensive and also needs revs. Design of the 1260 is simply fantastic including the paniers. Thank you guys nice job.
I have owned both the 1260S Multistrada (May 2019 to July 2020) and now have the 2020 model BMW S1000XR, The Multistrada had cold starting issues (It intermittently wouldn't start when temp below 5 degree's C) despite 3 visits over several months the dealer could not find the problem, and the colder the weather the worse the problem was, not great for an everyday bike, but it did almost everything else well to be honest, part ex changed it for the BMW S1000XR in July 2020 due to the unreliability issues and am very happy with my choice, the suspension and other system's are infinitely more adjustable on the Ducati where as the BMW's suspension is a little more basic, But the BMW has been super reliable and not missed a beat in 4500 miles of summer and winter riding.
The only "Review" I'd seen from beginning to end. Short , informative, clear, enterteining! I'd personally like to see a lot more of those, preferably different machines, different style and NOT only brand new or 20k + range, more of real world stuff. Thanks for the great content.
I got the 2022 S1000xr and the old one you got there is outdated. A lot of improvements including the vibration and the weight. Also, lights, M chain, TFT, muffler, etc.
Outdated. Wake up plastic man. The differences are expected as a model ages, the fact that there ARE models tells us how good the first generation was and still is.
As a 4x Ducati Multistrada owner, I would definitely buy the BMW S1000XR. Both are great machines with different personalities. Can't loose with either.
That is what a good comparison is all about: how a bike feels compared to the other. We can all read specs, whereas feel is the information we can't have in the specs sheet. Very good, guys.
wow for me guys just the number one pro review of the years the camera angle the way you talk about the bikes covering every aspect of those bikes just a pro job keep those video coming.
Multistrada looks better but I would go with the BMW. Ducatis in general also give out more heat during stop and go traffic and are more expensive to maintain.
Very useful to have differing opinions, perspectives, and comprehensive talking points. Kind of on the market for an XR (maybe) so this was quite helpful
OC! Team Blue for me. I love both bikes, but BMW just takes the win in terms of engineering. And I love this style of comparison video with you guys. Two different riders, with different riding backgrounds and preferences, with different levels of experience and knowledge, it delivers a really enjoyable magazine style feature. It would also be interesting to see the two of you doing a "deep dive" on any particular bike, essentially with Chase giving First Ride style impressions, and Brian giving tidbits of in-depth knowledge about various interesting items on the bike in question, such as explaining any of it's unique tech or engineering, or performance characteristics, or history.
That's right, I have already tested the new one, the first thing I noticed is that the suspension has not improved much compared to the previous model, so it remains hopelessly behind on the Multistrada. by the way, they also have certain things that are even much worse than on the previous model. Take the saddle now. Whether you use the original saddle or a steel plate, that's the same thing, way but way too hard, how do you get it in your head to place something like this on a touring bike.
You guys are hilarious and probably the only video I’ve listened to without looking at the comments. Just an honest, funny, well shot and informative video. Kudos sirs😎
OC - Great format. Could rotate with Brian, Luke and Beau... Hell, you guys on a road trip or ADV trip would be entertaining as well. Glad we got our channel back.
I’ve driven many bikes in my life, when I was driving an Harley Davidson ultra limited edition there was told me that I could drive an American dream and it was a nice bike to be honest, but not for me at all. My dream bike was when I drove the ducati multistrada 1200s I didn’t want drive any other bike any more the looks the driving the power and the handling it’s just the perfect bike I ever drove in my life now I own one. And I couldn’t be more happy about it it depends by person one like Harley one likes Bmw the one likes Ducati. And it is good that every one has an different choice. It wouldn’t also not be nice if we all would like only one woman though. Enjoy your driving and drive safe for all
OC: Dope, way to come back strong my dude! Also team blue, I want that sportiness on the street and the Ducati feels like a compromise between the beamer and a ktm.
That XR was probably an OEM compressed version for shorter riders. This shorter suspension geometry kills the XR agility. With the basic suspension the XR is not in the same league than the Multistrada, in a very twisty road the Multi cannot keep up with the sharp and precise suspension of the XR.
Love the VS review format. I know you can only test what bike are available, but it should be noted that the XR got a ground up makeover in 2020. The updated XR has the TFT dash among other things. And one thing I wonder in relation to the complaints of the XR's suspension stiffness, since the XR was used do you know if the suspension preload setting was touched by the previous owner? Actually for fairness when comparing a used bike against a new one in a format like this, maybe in the future consider adjusting the proload to the user manual recomendation? Even fully electronic adjustible suspension responds well to a properly adjusted mechanical preload setting that corosponds to the riders weight. All that said in defence of the BMW, a fair ammount of XR owners traded their pre 2020 XR's in for Multistrada's after Ducati gave it the 2018 makeover. That right there says how much better the multi is/was over the XR. I wonder if the new XR can hold its own today?
Great video. I tour on an S1000RR and agree with Brian for most things. Especially the vibrations, after 15,000km this year, I developed a vibration injury in my right hand and had to take couple weeks off. I’m just glad it wasn’t arm pump from the track!
I crossed shopped both bikes in 2016. At the time I had a 2012 BMW S1000RR and a 2015 S1000R, so I was leaning toward the XR, and so I rode it first, but I found the vibes in the XR to be unbearable, for me at least. I then rode the Multistrada, and knew it was perfect for me, and how I wanted to use the bike (mostly touring). I’ve got over 20k miles on the Duc now, and I love it. Looking forward to trying the V4 Multistrada.
OC idk man, i agree 100% with Brian, i too like a bike that gives me hard honest unfiltered feedback from the road..but on the other hand we have a ducati that for some reason doesn't feel as "clinical" as the BMW, the XR feels a lot like a computer while the ducati well..feels like a bike
Great video guys, loved it. I test rode both these bikes and recently ended up buying the Multistrada and absolutely love it. I found the suspension on the BM was just a bit too stiff and the riding position wasn’t as comfortable but damn it was a fast bike!
The vibration in the handlebars of the XR is what killed it for me. I had to shake my arms constantly to "wake" them. Team Red won for me, but then again, I have a soft spot for Ducs.
Really well presented and interesting, with intelligent input. For me, there ultimately are 4 types of bike,, off-road, on road, track and show off cruisers. I ride a BMW1250R as it is brilliant on the road, which for the majority is of most use. I would not dare take it off road, and not interested in the track, and ride it to enjoy roads at legal speeds and scenery, not to show off (my wife wants me to get a Harley). In terms of performance it competes very well, even on par, with sports bikes, on the road that is. This is a really good on road video. What would I choose?. I am a BMW fan, bit the mutlistrada is such a lovely looking bike. Ultimately, I suppose both will reward a road rider.
90% of the time on my GSXS 1000 from a stop I take off in 2nd with no problem...avoids the quick shifter not hitting the N from 1st - 2nd.....but if there's traffic and need to get out quick it's always 1st gear.
I really enjoy the difference 0pion 8t really shows and highlights to the reader that no bike is 'better' it's a matter of preference you should do more vs. Vids
You want the bike to shake , to respond to the shift action? That is a new one. I have ready many reviews that complain about the shifter making the bike react / shake. And here you are calling that a positive feature. As opposed to - what I could call it - a defect.
Very good video. To be fair though, you guys compared a 2020 Multistrada to a 2018 XR. Some things like the dash, suspension and motor changed in the 2020 XR. If it feels "old", it's because it is comparatively old. OC!
I like this method a lot because it pairs two bikes that should be relatively similar against each other. It's like getting two first rides at once, but with less time. OC- team red
Loved the video. Very well made and to the point. Just wish you include even more detailed shots of the bikes in question and not just shots of you guys riding.
Excellent vid on differences. Definitely two different rides I own a 2017 Multi and have ridden the XR numerous times. Although I love the no dive brake grasps. Multi true character BMW more subtle but easy to ride pure sport bike.
Still prefer the 2020/21 Ninja 1000SX... while I am a little biased, but also I prefer the sports tourers (which are almost dead now) rather than the long suspension "adventure" tourers like these too.
I enjoy the video guys but feel it's a bit unfair that you're comparing the brand new 2020 Multi against the 5 year old design BMW not the 2020. OC - not sure which I'd pick without riding them.
Someone keeps expecting his bike to be a sport bike whilst the other is sticking to the Tourer. It’s obvious that one has experience with touring and one doesn’t just from their comments.
ride a multi 1200. shorter wheelbase, more performance oriented. Hell if you want to fly out to Venice Italy you can ride my '16 PP on on wild Italian roads next summer!
This review is top quality! Some on board clips with engine sound on inspiring roads is all that's missing. Still a 5/5 review. Been contemplating the XR since I rode it 2019, I guess I need to test ride the Multi (1200) as well. Just feels so top heavy in the show rooms.
I disagree on many points with the comparison between the 2 bikes. I rode a 2015XR and now I am riding a 2018 multistrada 1260S. the quickshifter is better in the first 3 gears on the bmw, in 4 5 and 6 my multi shifts as smoothly as the XR that I had. the suspension on the multi is much better than on the XR, the suspension of the XR always hits your lower back with the slightest bump in the road. it drove me crazy. The suspension of the Multi, on the other hand, filters the bumps in the road much better, it can also be adjusted much more precisely than that of the XR and it is tight enough to drive very sporty, the suspension gives me much more confidence than the suspension of the XR which is too bumpy. the feeling in the front sucks on the XR at high speed and a great lean angle in long turns the XR starts to shake is head in the front, eventually I put the front fork 2.5cm through to get more feel. You don't need that on the multi, I can brake much deeper and harder into the corner than I ever did on the XR. logical because the brakes on the multistrada are much better dosable than on the XR. I should also mention that I placed adjustable footrests and shortened the gear lever because both were always against the asphalt at a large lean angle, but that is solved with this one. the XR was a nice bike, but the Multi surpasses the XR in almost all areas. On twisty roads where I prefer to ride, I am faster on the Multi than on the XR, thanks to its better suspension and more dosable brakes. When I go out for a day with friends, I speak of about 600km on back roads, at a very fast pace, at the end of the ride I feel much less tired on the multistrada than I felt tired on the XR. So although the Multi might be heavier and not as fast / sharp steering according to some, I feel less tired than on the XR at an equally fast, perhaps faster pace.
Greetings from Snowy Freezin-Baltic Scotland! I'm liking this style of video guys. Just changed my 2017 Street Triple 765R for a 2015 Multistrada 1200S with a full Titanium Termi system and upmap (LOUD AF!!) My Ducati doesn't have a Quick shifter like my Triumph did tho (Up only and Slip and Assist clutch) I think the Triumph Quick shifters are a happy medium between being too light and too agricultural. It felt smooth, but mechanical if u know what I mean! The new model S1000XR screen is lovely and it doesn't have the asymmetric headlights that play havoc with my OCD! 😂 Multistrada is a thing of beauty tho. 😍
this is great - I think you should put some quantities beyond which one I like more. just to see if you add in another Touring style to compare it too. anyway keep it up cheers.
I'd love to see a review of Kawasaki's sport touring Ninja 1000 if Mountain even has those. It supposedly competes against the S1000XR and the Multistrada
OC RED TEAM... One day I'll have my own Multistrada 950s. I really like it! I commented this same thing in your previous review on the Pikes Peak Edition! One day....... ¡Anyway, Great review !
i have owned 4 Multis and they are great (my track bike is a Ducati) but i traded my Multi in on a S1000XR recently. Much better bike..btw, why are you riding the old XR?
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I've ridden both of these. I now own a XR, couldn't be more happy about my choice!
Unless you own both you can’t really grade them fairly.
They are using a Gen.1 XR against a new gen Ducati
I’ve owned both. Both are great bikes, similar but different.
XR, corners and brakes better, better and more plentiful accessories, better dealer back-up, manic sportsbike engine.
1260S. Calmer and quieter engine, smaller and lighter, bags more torque, quicker and easier to ride in day-to-day riding. Slightly nervous front end.
Very nice review. Based on that I decided to go for the Multistrada 1260. Yes the 4-in line is smoother. I have also Z1000SX as well. Kawasaki, best 4-in line I have ever had. But the knee angle is to tight ( I am getting older). That is why I looked for something more relaxed to be placed on. And yes Ducati V2 DVT is just a nice machine, even though a low revs its not perfect. But do I want a BMW GS. No not yet...
And the V4 is quite expensive and also needs revs. Design of the 1260 is simply fantastic including the paniers. Thank you guys nice job.
Have the exhaust emissions valve in the exhaust removed and it smooths out the low revs. It’s like a different bike
I have owned both the 1260S Multistrada (May 2019 to July 2020) and now have the 2020 model BMW S1000XR, The Multistrada had cold starting issues (It intermittently wouldn't start when temp below 5 degree's C) despite 3 visits over several months the dealer could not find the problem, and the colder the weather the worse the problem was, not great for an everyday bike, but it did almost everything else well to be honest, part ex changed it for the BMW S1000XR in July 2020 due to the unreliability issues and am very happy with my choice, the suspension and other system's are infinitely more adjustable on the Ducati where as the BMW's suspension is a little more basic, But the BMW has been super reliable and not missed a beat in 4500 miles of summer and winter riding.
The only "Review" I'd seen from beginning to end. Short , informative, clear, enterteining!
I'd personally like to see a lot more of those, preferably different machines, different style and NOT only brand new or 20k + range, more of real world stuff.
Thanks for the great content.
This is the best review format I've ever seen, please keep doing this style. The Brain 🧠 is in the house.
Agree this style of video is great
yeah - hearing your different opinions is enlightening. thx!
Great video! you can do this video again with the 2020 BMW S1000XR with the Ducati Multistrada V4 2021! really great!
I got the 2022 S1000xr and the old one you got there is outdated. A lot of improvements including the vibration and the weight. Also, lights, M chain, TFT, muffler, etc.
Outdated. Wake up plastic man. The differences are expected as a model ages, the fact that there ARE models tells us how good the first generation was and still is.
As a 4x Ducati Multistrada owner, I would definitely buy the BMW S1000XR. Both are great machines with different personalities. Can't loose with either.
That is what a good comparison is all about: how a bike feels compared to the other. We can all read specs, whereas feel is the information we can't have in the specs sheet. Very good, guys.
Would really love to see you guys compare 2020 vs 2020 (or now 2021 vs 2021) when you do these comparisons.
Exactly this is a worthless comparison
wow for me guys just the number one pro review of the years the camera angle the way you talk about the bikes covering every aspect of those bikes just a pro job keep those video coming.
the quickshifters are fun but annoying as hell it makes finding Neutral 10x harder
Multistrada looks better but I would go with the BMW. Ducatis in general also give out more heat during stop and go traffic and are more expensive to maintain.
Brian is a smart man. i had the opportunity to buy the Ducati and after riding it i ended up buying the BMW. O.T
Very useful to have differing opinions, perspectives, and comprehensive talking points.
Kind of on the market for an XR (maybe) so this was quite helpful
Please do this again next year with the new version of the XR and the V4S.
A V4S 💪🏻💪🏻🔥🔥👏🏻
OC! Team Blue for me. I love both bikes, but BMW just takes the win in terms of engineering. And I love this style of comparison video with you guys. Two different riders, with different riding backgrounds and preferences, with different levels of experience and knowledge, it delivers a really enjoyable magazine style feature. It would also be interesting to see the two of you doing a "deep dive" on any particular bike, essentially with Chase giving First Ride style impressions, and Brian giving tidbits of in-depth knowledge about various interesting items on the bike in question, such as explaining any of it's unique tech or engineering, or performance characteristics, or history.
One of my all time favourite bikes have been the bmw s1000r so the xsr is what id probably go with
from what i've seen and read, the new XR has some great improvements over this generation.
That's right, I have already tested the new one, the first thing I noticed is that the suspension has not improved much compared to the previous model, so it remains hopelessly behind on the Multistrada. by the way, they also have certain things that are even much worse than on the previous model. Take the saddle now. Whether you use the original saddle or a steel plate, that's the same thing, way but way too hard, how do you get it in your head to place something like this on a touring bike.
You guys are hilarious and probably the only video I’ve listened to without looking at the comments. Just an honest, funny, well shot and informative video. Kudos sirs😎
OC - Great format. Could rotate with Brian, Luke and Beau... Hell, you guys on a road trip or ADV trip would be entertaining as well. Glad we got our channel back.
I’ve driven many bikes in my life, when I was driving an Harley Davidson ultra limited edition there was told me that I could drive an American dream and it was a nice bike to be honest, but not for me at all. My dream bike was when I drove the ducati multistrada 1200s I didn’t want drive any other bike any more the looks the driving the power and the handling it’s just the perfect bike I ever drove in my life now I own one. And I couldn’t be more happy about it it depends by person one like Harley one likes Bmw the one likes Ducati. And it is good that every one has an different choice. It wouldn’t also not be nice if we all would like only one woman though.
Enjoy your driving and drive safe for all
OC: Dope, way to come back strong my dude!
Also team blue, I want that sportiness on the street and the Ducati feels like a compromise between the beamer and a ktm.
Yes do more comparison. I'm bias because I have MS 950s, but you can't go wrong with the XR. Nice work guys 👍🏽
That XR was probably an OEM compressed version for shorter riders. This shorter suspension geometry kills the XR agility. With the basic suspension the XR is not in the same league than the Multistrada, in a very twisty road the Multi cannot keep up with the sharp and precise suspension of the XR.
Love the VS review format. I know you can only test what bike are available, but it should be noted that the XR got a ground up makeover in 2020. The updated XR has the TFT dash among other things. And one thing I wonder in relation to the complaints of the XR's suspension stiffness, since the XR was used do you know if the suspension preload setting was touched by the previous owner? Actually for fairness when comparing a used bike against a new one in a format like this, maybe in the future consider adjusting the proload to the user manual recomendation? Even fully electronic adjustible suspension responds well to a properly adjusted mechanical preload setting that corosponds to the riders weight.
All that said in defence of the BMW, a fair ammount of XR owners traded their pre 2020 XR's in for Multistrada's after Ducati gave it the 2018 makeover. That right there says how much better the multi is/was over the XR. I wonder if the new XR can hold its own today?
Exactly...why would you compare old gen BMW against new Ducati?
Great video. I tour on an S1000RR and agree with Brian for most things. Especially the vibrations, after 15,000km this year, I developed a vibration injury in my right hand and had to take couple weeks off. I’m just glad it wasn’t arm pump from the track!
OC: This is a great format would love to see a lot more of these. Team XR but only barely.
OC, it's the V twin noise that made me get a multi. It's my first bike and I like to ride long distance. I just love that sound!!
Both great bikes and the only way I could decide was which one gave me the biggest smile.........Ducati!!
OC: Team Red....gotta stick with the basket case you know!
This review was done with old versions of these bikes.
Would be interesting to have this VS done with current versions.
I crossed shopped both bikes in 2016. At the time I had a 2012 BMW S1000RR and a 2015 S1000R, so I was leaning toward the XR, and so I rode it first, but I found the vibes in the XR to be unbearable, for me at least. I then rode the Multistrada, and knew it was perfect for me, and how I wanted to use the bike (mostly touring). I’ve got over 20k miles on the Duc now, and I love it. Looking forward to trying the V4 Multistrada.
I love this versus video!! Both opinions are pretty reasonable and understandeble. Please, do more of it!!
These are the reviews we want. love them , thanks boys
OC idk man, i agree 100% with Brian, i too like a bike that gives me hard honest unfiltered feedback from the road..but on the other hand we have a ducati that for some reason doesn't feel as "clinical" as the BMW, the XR feels a lot like a computer while the ducati well..feels like a bike
OC: Love the video format. I'd take the BMW, love the inline 4 engine and the bike sounds more like what I would prefer
Kudos to the guy with the camera on the van. Multistrada never looked this beautiful!
Thank God for showing me that I will buy one for myself
The manual Ohlins on the Multistrada PP adds a lot of stability and confidence to the front.
Great video guys, loved it. I test rode both these bikes and recently ended up buying the Multistrada and absolutely love it. I found the suspension on the BM was just a bit too stiff and the riding position wasn’t as comfortable but damn it was a fast bike!
The vibration in the handlebars of the XR is what killed it for me. I had to shake my arms constantly to "wake" them. Team Red won for me, but then again, I have a soft spot for Ducs.
Love these videos keep doing them ❤
Cheeech, thats such a nice, calm and packed comparison. Very Well done, greets from Deutschland.
Really well presented and interesting, with intelligent input. For me, there ultimately are 4 types of bike,, off-road, on road, track and show off cruisers. I ride a BMW1250R as it is brilliant on the road, which for the majority is of most use. I would not dare take it off road, and not interested in the track, and ride it to enjoy roads at legal speeds and scenery, not to show off (my wife wants me to get a Harley). In terms of performance it competes very well, even on par, with sports bikes, on the road that is. This is a really good on road video. What would I choose?. I am a BMW fan, bit the mutlistrada is such a lovely looking bike. Ultimately, I suppose both will reward a road rider.
OC:Never ridden either, but given how Brian described the ride of the BMW ... Team Blue between these two.
Great video! I really appreciate the fact that we can hear two different views of the same bikes in a single video. Thanks!
90% of the time on my GSXS 1000 from a stop I take off in 2nd with no problem...avoids the quick shifter not hitting the N from 1st - 2nd.....but if there's traffic and need to get out quick it's always 1st gear.
I really enjoy the difference 0pion 8t really shows and highlights to the reader that no bike is 'better' it's a matter of preference you should do more vs. Vids
Great vid, I would vote for vfr1200f Vs k1300s two of my fav bikes
Great video, this just shows that the things you may not like about a bike, could be exactly what the other person is looking for.
a bit odd to use the XR 2019 model in December 2020 when the completely new 2020 and the 2021 S1000XR are available.
yeah i agree. updated XR with TFT dash has 90% of parts revised and feels "refined" compared to the "raw'" 2019
You want the bike to shake , to respond to the shift action? That is a new one. I have ready many reviews that complain about the shifter making the bike react / shake. And here you are calling that a positive feature. As opposed to - what I could call it - a defect.
Why not use the current s1000xr where they fixed all the problems?
Very good video. To be fair though, you guys compared a 2020 Multistrada to a 2018 XR. Some things like the dash, suspension and motor changed in the 2020 XR. If it feels "old", it's because it is comparatively old.
OC!
i LOVE hearing both of you all's stand points on the bikes. Good content right here my man.
Also... Brian if you realllyyy liked that beemer ill sell you my Xr in the spring. Just send me message 🤣🤣
I like this method a lot because it pairs two bikes that should be relatively similar against each other. It's like getting two first rides at once, but with less time. OC- team red
Loved the video. Very well made and to the point. Just wish you include even more detailed shots of the bikes in question and not just shots of you guys riding.
Excellent vid on differences. Definitely two different rides I own a 2017 Multi and have ridden the XR numerous times. Although I love the no dive brake grasps. Multi true character BMW more subtle but easy to ride pure sport bike.
Love the vs video keep it going
OC Team RED All day
Still prefer the 2020/21 Ninja 1000SX... while I am a little biased, but also I prefer the sports tourers (which are almost dead now) rather than the long suspension "adventure" tourers like these too.
Love to hear Brian feedback !
I own a Multistrada 1260 !! Gps Garmin satellite navigation system also included !! TOP↑
I enjoy the video guys but feel it's a bit unfair that you're comparing the brand new 2020 Multi against the 5 year old design BMW not the 2020.
OC - not sure which I'd pick without riding them.
Very nice video. You should also do vs videos with low displacement bikes for your EU fam.
Yes, please! I like this content. I would love to try either bike. Merry Christmas from snowy Northern Ontario Canada.
I never liked the huge radiator look of the XR. The seat was terrible on the old models. Let’s see the new seat.
Someone keeps expecting his bike to be a sport bike whilst the other is sticking to the Tourer. It’s obvious that one has experience with touring and one doesn’t just from their comments.
This format is a keeper! More please.
ride a multi 1200. shorter wheelbase, more performance oriented. Hell if you want to fly out to Venice Italy you can ride my '16 PP on on wild Italian roads next summer!
This review is top quality! Some on board clips with engine sound on inspiring roads is all that's missing. Still a 5/5 review.
Been contemplating the XR since I rode it 2019, I guess I need to test ride the Multi (1200) as well. Just feels so top heavy in the show rooms.
The tach is definitely not needed when both bikes have shift lights.
More vs videos plz, this type of content is what I'm looking for
I disagree on many points with the comparison between the 2 bikes.
I rode a 2015XR and now I am riding a 2018 multistrada 1260S.
the quickshifter is better in the first 3 gears on the bmw, in 4 5 and 6 my multi shifts as smoothly as the XR that I had.
the suspension on the multi is much better than on the XR, the suspension of the XR always hits your lower back with the slightest bump in the road. it drove me crazy. The suspension of the Multi, on the other hand, filters the bumps in the road much better, it can also be adjusted much more precisely than that of the XR and it is tight enough to drive very sporty, the suspension gives me much more confidence than the suspension of the XR which is too bumpy.
the feeling in the front sucks on the XR at high speed and a great lean angle in long turns the XR starts to shake is head in the front, eventually I put the front fork 2.5cm through to get more feel.
You don't need that on the multi, I can brake much deeper and harder into the corner than I ever did on the XR. logical because the brakes on the multistrada are much better dosable than on the XR.
I should also mention that I placed adjustable footrests and shortened the gear lever because both were always against the asphalt at a large lean angle, but that is solved with this one.
the XR was a nice bike, but the Multi surpasses the XR in almost all areas.
On twisty roads where I prefer to ride, I am faster on the Multi than on the XR, thanks to its better suspension and more dosable brakes.
When I go out for a day with friends, I speak of about 600km on back roads, at a very fast pace, at the end of the ride I feel much less tired on the multistrada than I felt tired on the XR.
So although the Multi might be heavier and not as fast / sharp steering according to some, I feel less tired than on the XR at an equally fast, perhaps faster pace.
Greetings from Snowy Freezin-Baltic Scotland! I'm liking this style of video guys. Just changed my 2017 Street Triple 765R for a 2015 Multistrada 1200S with a full Titanium Termi system and upmap (LOUD AF!!) My Ducati doesn't have a Quick shifter like my Triumph did tho (Up only and Slip and Assist clutch) I think the Triumph Quick shifters are a happy medium between being too light and too agricultural. It felt smooth, but mechanical if u know what I mean! The new model S1000XR screen is lovely and it doesn't have the asymmetric headlights that play havoc with my OCD! 😂 Multistrada is a thing of beauty tho. 😍
this is great - I think you should put some quantities beyond which one I like more. just to see if you add in another Touring style to compare it too. anyway keep it up cheers.
2020 Ducati vs a 2018 BMW not a fair comparison because BMW was redone for 2020. Great video though.
Multistrada looks like very perfect in shape 👌👌👌
I'd love to see a review of Kawasaki's sport touring Ninja 1000 if Mountain even has those. It supposedly competes against the S1000XR and the Multistrada
I'm 2 years late, but please do more like this. oc
OC RED TEAM... One day I'll have my own Multistrada 950s. I really like it! I commented this same thing in your previous review on the Pikes Peak Edition! One day....... ¡Anyway, Great review !
Glad to see it sorted out and you back to prime content
Hi! You forgot one of the most important thing on a sport touring motorcycle, wind protection......
Maybe not most important but needs to be a category for sure
More of this VS kind of reviews please! Loved this!
OC: I enjoyed this style alot.
I like the "versus" style video. Please do more, thanks.
You should try the Multistrada 1260 Enduro and the Multistrada V4S
Sounds like you want the Versys 1000 SE dash.
It would be interesting to put in a KTM in this story. My son couldn't keep up to one this summer, while riding his FZ1.
OC: Team Red. I like this style of review a lot.
Chanel is back, thanks God i love your movie's and personality bro
I choose the xr over multistrada because I want a fast touring machine and Ducati customer service sucks lol.
Great vid guys! Both are great bikes but two different critters! Love the format
This format is amazing.
man i love the view, it's just like a movie scene. love it ❤️🔥
This format is really enjoyable to watch!
Keep up the great work!!
Cheers from Portugal mate.
OC: Do more. More, more, more.
Why didn't you compare the 2020 S1000XR with the Ducati?
i have owned 4 Multis and they are great (my track bike is a Ducati) but i traded my Multi in on a S1000XR recently. Much better bike..btw, why are you riding the old XR?
Superb... Keep uploading more of this vs stuff... The multi is definitely buck for the bang...v4 multi will be a better option to try and review next