Yes, I really am giving away this Panigale. Yes, my community on Discord is the best. Yes, I am there every day. What are you waiting for? yammienoob.co
Yammie. Bro. Just a small suggestion from my 50 years (honest) of riding and daily commuting. Don’t stop so close to the vehicle in front of you and stop further over to the side of the vehicle. You need to see the driver in their mirror so they can see you. One other reason. If you ever hear the screech of locked tires coming up behind you (I have) you can slip up between the vehicles in a blink. It works. I know from personal experience. I enjoy your videos. Thanks
The amount of times I've posted this common sense "tip" on motorcycle videos on youtube is truly disturbing. It's like no one has motorcycle licenses anymore or they just hand them out to anyone in cracker jack boxes as prizes. Also watch people doing u-turns on youtube. It's like watching semis with full cargo doing u-turns. Who's teaching these young kids to ride?
I have used the dart between cars trick to avoid getting hit. Getting rear ended is the #1 motorcycle accident in the US. Leave a space for escape and watch your mirrors at every stop.
Look let’s be honest, one of the coolest ‘extras’ about owning a Ducati (specifically the iconic sportsbikes, Panigales etc) is that random people will approach you out of nowhere and want to talk about bikes. It’s actually quite funny.
I have a stickered up 50k mile daily driver zero frills Monster 797 and it still gets honks and shouts anytime I ride it around people. People fucking love them and it does make it fun.
As a Ducati owner I feel like every time Yammie says "Ducati" in this video, he actually meant to say "Panigale" instead, because the Ducati Monster is the cheapest single sided swingarm motorcycle that is actually a daily driver, and easy as hell to work on yourself.
@@SkinnySkates Yeah, and they really have worked to increase those intervals. I have been doing my valve checks (mine are 7500mile) myself because they're actually really easy. In fact, I haven't come across a difficult repair job yet... I put a new clutch in without even having to drain the oil. Anything with plastics becomes more of a nuisance, but your multistrada and my monster, are just so easy to wrench on that maintenance is easily done by the owner.
I picked up a monster for 600$ and it didn’t run. 200$ and 10 hours of solid work later and I had a decently running Ducati that only has 13k miles on it. Currently I’m going through the brakes and rebuilding the calipers. I plan on this winter really stripping it down and removing the air box completely and bypassing some of the emission stuff and also replacing the clutchs. I’ll probs own the bike for at least 2 years and then get something with a little bit more torque or maybe swap in a bigger motor🤔
@@mastertuhinbaruah9614 The Ducati and the beanstalk....... The three little Ducati’s...... The lion, the witch and the Ducati..... ah Good ol’ Uncles. Happy days.
I purchased a 2014 Ducati Diavel new a Christmas gift to myself, I was a very good boy that year. I have been riding for over forty years, This is the most fun bike that I have ever ridden.
57 yo guy who didn’t have a bike for over 20 years while the kids grew up. Out of all the bikes I had my favourite was a 500 Pantah. This year 2013 Monster 1100 evo that I commute on in central Wisconsin. 40 miles on the freeway to work and 40 miles on the back roads home at a relaxed pace. When I was deciding on a bike an reviewers were saying the 1100 was underpowered for it’s class I looked up the stats on the bikes I had 35 years ago when I had a real need for speed and they had half the oomph of this bike. Comfortable enough that I don’t have to bend over too far. Makes me get back into some wrenching as the nearest Ducati shop is 90 miles away. Now I’m an old guy on a cool bike that makes me happy when I ride it.
How is that bike underpowered I'd say haha. My first bike at 20 yrs old was a 695 monster 2007 and it was a racehorse. Now I have the 2020 Cafe Racer 800cc and I'm still blown away by the acceleration at 24 yrs old. Won't get a 1200cc till I'm 28 I think
Matt Worthy indeed! Yesterday on a backroad I tried giving it full throttle for the first time to see how long it took to go from 80 to 120 (kph) in 4th. The answer for newbie rider me was: “hooooly crap!”
Monsters have always been my favorite Ducati, despite still lusting about the 916. Years ago I had the opportunity for a long demo ride on a S2R. So delicious and easy to wheelie unintentionally. 800 cc was more than enough oomph.
I have a 2019 Panigale V4 that I picked up brand new. The dealership had just rolled it out onto the floor. I was looking at a white 899 but something about that V4 spoke to me. They rolled it right next to an all black CBR1000RR and a white and blue BMW S1000RR. I love that thing, and very few people have one. Riding down the streets you have your R1s and R6s, CBRs, ZXs and Gixxers and they all give me a nod and/or a thumbs up when they see my Italian red machine. Even gotten a few from Harley riders. This isn't a dig at Japanese motorcycles as they make some awesome and amazing machines. I just wanted something different that not many people have.
I see a lot of Ducati's at track days and also in competitions here in Europe. Go to an amateur race in Italy, France or Spain and you'll see 60% Ducatis, the rest are BMWs or Aprilias. Maybe a handful of Japanese bikes. I own a 2011 - 1198 It's been great and I LOVE IT!!
That's my main concern about getting a V2. The bloody heat. I remember riding during a Meetup next to a guy with a Panigale 1299, I think the first year it came out. That thing was so hot (in New England October), I was feeling its heat while we were stopped in traffic. Poor guy was sweating bullets.
Well explained. 15,000 mile maintenance is the biggest expense ESPECIALLY on the Panigale. Ducatie's are not for everyone even if you can afford it. My 1299 S is my everyday transportation, rain or shine, 15,000 miles in 1 year and reliable. I personally never care what other people think about the bike. First attracted to the Panigale for the looks, but the electronics and light weight sold me.I'm a weekend worrier and love the 1299. Japanese bikes, best bang for the buck, BUT, too generic for me. My 2021 Street Fighter V4 S should be here in 1 - 2 weeks. Traded in my 2012 H.D XR 1200X and 2016 Monster 1200 S VERY low millage on both. Test rode the S.F. V4 S ...had to get it. Yammie you have too take a S.F. for a ride ! OH, I'm 71 + PLEASE ride safe everyone.
I got my SF V4S a month ago, my 2nd bike and my first street bike, my first bike was a WR400F dirtbike. SF V4S sold me with the rider modes, awesome noob machine for me.
@@just_one_opinion 8,500 miles on my Dark Stealth S.F. with Akrapovic exhaust, map and low restriction air filter, just dynoed @ 207 rear wheel horse, ran a 9.54 in the 1/4 mile ! INCREDIBLE and street legal !!!
Totally agree. I know a few owner and both don't take care of there bikes; the chain is bone dry, cheap aftermarket parts and never washed there bikes, could go on. My multistrad 950s is awesome, haven't had any issues.
My 2013 Monster 1100 evo was my favorite bike of the many I owned over a lifetime of riding. That air cooled desmo was a gem. I make my living as an aircraft mechanic, so really had no trouble doing my own maintenance, and I think anyone with a little patience and the right tools could as well. Anyway, that monster was a sweetheart of a bike. Not the fastest, or most comfortable, or most practical bike I ever had, but still my favorite. I traded her in to buy a GS 1200, which I still have. It’s a great bike, and far more practical for my riding these days. But it’s so nerdy, and boring compared to my old Duc.
There's only 2 types of ducati owners I've ever met: people who just bought their very first motorcycle with zero experience and then people who are absurdly rich and have been riding for 20+ years. Yammie is the exception lmao
That's not true I had 2015 Panigale 1299 for 4 years, Now I'm looking into buying v4. I ride for 7 years and I'm a middle-classed man not rich by any means but no broke too. Modern Ducatis are no that expensive to maintain. Yes, they will cost more than your Japanese bike but not by a lot. The mean issue is the parts availability if you need to replace something on your Ducati you'll wait at least a week for that specific part.
@@Fearless154 I believe you. You can't even afford to get your "T" key fixed on your keyboard. The newer Ducatis have extended maintenance periods closer to the Japanese. My 1200 Monster is 5 yrs on the belts and 15k for the valves, or there about. If the dealer does the maintenance it will run $1500-2000. Putting aside $25-30 a month in a cookie jar will easily take care of that. Skipping some Gucci accessories will also help. Unless you've got the money already. I was going to get a Japanese 4 cyl naked bike but just couldn't handle the same sound anymore. I've had a lot of them and still have a Honda V4. But it's so boring in every aspect. When I ride my Honda all I think about is bills, the house, ect. When I ride the Monster I think about gear selections, noise, the seat is too small. The pegs are too high, ect. But I enjoy the hour or so I ride it.
If you want top performance, amazing power, unmatchable electronics and incredible tasteful esthetics? Your only option is a Ducati! Love my Streetfighter.
I own a couple Beemers and was mostly Japanese before that. The cost of maintenance on the Beemers way above the cost of the Japanese, but nothing compare to a friend of mine's experience with a XDiavel. 3 or 4 recalls to boot on his bikes. The electronics are great when not giving a warning light of some kind. Not a fan.
I saw someone who shouldn’t own one this morning. I was in Houston at a Ducati dealership and he rode in on a new (paper tag) Ducati Panigale, put the kickstand down and almost dropped it on the RIGHT side🤦♂️🤣. He was about 5’8 so i kinda get it but DAMN. I started out to help but before i got to him he made the save of his life.
The kickstands on Ducs have always been a trap. My 851 had some suspension mods and I had to swing a leg off the bike to get the kickstand down easily. Of course I'm 5'5" but it shouldn't be a right of passage.
Ducati do need to build a better side stand. It wants to retract way to easily. I've own over 20 bikes and this is the only one I've had any issue with.
Back in 1981 I bought a used Ducati, loved that bike. I love the sound and the way it handles. Once I changed the handle bars it was very comfortable. You are right that you have to work on them a lot.
Between me and my wife we've had cbrs, ZX10R, 636, r6 and a 1098 I love em all.. having a Ducati has nothing to do with being rich because we arent. Personally it was the simple fact as a bike enthusiast they're just sexy and I've always wanted one..🤷🏾♂️
Man, I love how you make your driving vids over at the 360 are. It’s gorgeous out there. I drive there whenever I can and sometimes I get out of my way to just to drive on 360 and enjoy the green color.
The good thing is; I have more money than sense when it comes to making a motorcycle purchase but am still going to lean towards the MT-10 because I’m old. You young guys enjoy these sexy bikes and I’ll raise a bourbon for you from the pit couch at the bar. 🏍🏍
Having owned ducati and MV, I think this is even more true for MV. Insanely expensive to maintain and insure, fast, but not fast enough to justify the premium and generally a more needy machine when it comes to maintenance.
It’s not the cost. It’s having a brand new $20K motorcycle that doesn’t work and takes months to get parts. Meanwhile you’re paying insurance and the value is half of sticker a year later. Buy one and find out.
I have owned dozens of bikes, i started riding when i was a little kid. Of everything I've ever owned, the Ducati Monster I bought about a decade ago is by far my favorite. Its just crazy fun to ride and i dont mind the insurance cost (which is pretty high). I do all my own maintenance, and though Ducati is a little different, mainly how the valves work. But at the end of the day, maintenance is relatively simple and the bike has been a blast.
I agree with you about commuting on Ducatis. I commuted a year and a half on a MTS 1200. My commute includes around 30 miles of stop and go traffic and crossing the US Mexico border in tijuana. I loved the bike, but I spent about $6k on maintenance. The bike was super hot, clutches don't last long and Desmo services are expensive and frequent based on my mileage. I bought a second hand cruiser for commuting and haven't been happier. My Ducati is a long range, fast as fuck weekend bike now.
I dailed my 2011 848 evo until I had 23k miles on it. Now its my track day warrior and it has been nothing but reliable. I think the 848 is a very capable track bike, and love it.
Like many acquisitions; it's all a matter of perspective. Both a BIC and a Montegrappa lay down ink; one costs $1 and the other may and can set you back $45,000. Still, I think some of your advice is spot-on, but some things in life elicit emotions and passions and others are good but just mundane. I agree, Japanese bikes can be very low maintenance, plus the junkyards are filled with parts. I'm not nostalgic for any of the Japanese bikes that I've owned, and for me that's the determinant.
I'm 54 years old (young 🌝🙈🙈😂😂) and I've been waiting for a ducati for a long time, I bought a Monster 821 ... I had Aprilia and Honda ... but people .. everyone should call a ducati their own ... it is true, it's not cheap... but try it out once, you won't touch anything else... 🥰🥰🥰🥰 🌋🌋🌋🌋🌋
I love my Ducs, and I will continue to daily my 748 (I have a 45 minute commute through the mountains) I kinda miss my 959, so I think I'll enter to win that thar Panigale V2.
@@Kareem_Alcindor No idea, but it wasn't fun using my old Panigale as a commuter. Too hot and cramped for zipping around on surface streets, but the older Superbikes are really easy to live with.
I owned a Ducati 1098S for many years. Only reason i sold it was it wasted riding on the street and I kept wanting to turn it into my next racebike, but just couldn't bring myself to do it as it was so beautiful and pristine.
I’m sure you don’t see a lot of Ducati on the tracks over there but down in South Florida, if you go to PBIR for a track day, you can hardly walk 10 feet without seeing another one. But that’s probably down to the fact that one of the best shops in the country for Ducati is in Fort Lauderdale and they help put on the track days here.
People that buy Lambos, Ferraris, Ducati’s, MV Agusta’s, typically are vehicle enthusiasts who want the most tech and exclusivity . Not necessarily the Joneses thing.
I have a scrambler which is currently their slowest bike (other than the 62) but when I say I have a “Ducati” even people who don’t know motorcycles say, “woah, they’re fast right” It’s certainly no slouch, it’s a blast and enough to get me in trouble. But it’s not a V2 or V4
Ducatis are like that hot girl who you know is going to leave you broke and broken hearted, but she’s so hot you can’t help yourself. I owned one Ducati and it’s the only bike that stranded me, and cost me as much in maintenance and parts as the original purchase price. Never again.
Just bought a perfect condition 2002 ST4S yesterday for $5,000 cash. Plenty of extras on it, with after-market exhaust; Even the two saddle bags (which I don’t need) are in mint shape. Within seconds of my ride I realized the hype. Incredible machine.
I’ve owned two Ducati’s and I will say the air cooled engines are okay for first timers but the benefit of the water cooled engines is the fact that you get more time to save money for your first big maintenance cost being your valve adjustments. Anyone can own one you just have to be willing and okay with the costs like he said
I ride my Ducati as much as I can. I purposely chose the SuperSport S because I can go for hours and when I'm done I'm not sore or tired. Yes, it is more expensive to maintain but I knew that going in.
Ducati builds their Supersport as their every day commuter. I had one at one point and I miss it but I plan on getting a leftover vfr800 as a replacement.
Couldn’t agree more with your assessment that buying and owning a Ducati has everything to do with the emotional aspect of this brand. On my 3rd Ducati, and I will never cross over to another brand. For me my bikes are more then just a way of riding around. I live in the Netherlands and it tends to rain a lot. None of my bikes have ever seen a drop of rain. You have to be prepared that you indeed need a bit more financial means pertaining to buying and servicing these motorcycles. The one thing that really does stick out in the cost of these bikes is the price of aftermarket parts. You touched on this in the video. My current Monster have Termignoni pipes and holy mother of Christ they are expensive. They do do wonders for the bike though. Choose wisely when purchasing this type of bike. Once you enter the world of a Ducatisti your hooked
Riding the Aprilia rs660 right now. The Ducati v2 is downright gorgeous. But a down point for me with it(and i know some might think it's ridiculous) is that the v2 doesn't have cruise control. It's something I never knew I was missing until I owned a bike with it. Great perk to have on the highways
So true!!! So many buy based on the specs and numbers. Today, most bikes are pretty awesome. Get the one that moves you, not just when ya mount it and twist the throttle.. but also, when you look at it sitting still, your heart just flutters with pride, happiness and your next ride..
Yep - while living in Spain I started my motorcycling adventure with a 50cc Ducati Sport in 1967. Moved up to a Ducati 250 24H (rare). Mototrans made the Ducatis in Spain. The road The Dragons Tail is a superhighway next to the roads in Spain then - many changes in 55 years.
I’ve owned a Ninja 300, CBR 600 RR and Daytona 675. My current bike is a Ducati V2 and it’s by far my favorite daily rider. SBK Performance slip on exhaust- $500
I daily a 2011 Ducati Monster 696, it has 15k miles and has never given me an issue. Super easy to wrench on it yourself w/ good service intervals. I paid 4,400 for mine and the value you're getting for your money is huge.
re: racing a ducati, always consider breaking stuff at the track. Break a footpeg off your GSXR600? You could trip over people who will have one in their trailer. Break something off the ducati? Unless you brought it, you're probably SOL....
If you want a motorcycle that takes less time to service than transporting it to the dealer, is more exclusive, sounds good, can run hundreds of thousands of miles, get a Moto Guzzi preferably used.
One of my best friends tracked an 05' Panigale 749 for a few years, he says it cost him quite a bit when parts started failing, exhaust brackets breaking, then replacing it in full, etc. He was competitive on the Ducati, but had more success on the GSXR750, but most of all he said it was just a joy to race. It's now for sale at a ridiculously low price, but apparently a fair price, which really surprised me at how cheap you can pick a used example up for, I always assume dthey were expensive works of art, now finding out how accessible they really are on the used market, which is good for us underlings! He's very much in love with GSXR's, and either owned or raced one of every Gen, and you are right, the GSXR 1000, 07' specifically, is just about unbeatable, and about as perfect as a liter bike can get right now.
Best all around bike is BMW s1krr. I owned a 2014 1199 s and that thing was beautiful but got really "hot" and It always need something to be fixed. I traded for a 2017 BMW s1krr and its the best bike ever owned. I just traded my 2017 BMW s1krr for 2021 BMW s1krr and I can't wait to get it. Ducatis are nice if you never owned one, but once you had one , you be ready to trade it in. My opinion
Why do people always assume, just because you can afford a more expensive bike that you can ride like a pro ? O.o You buy what you can afford. Those who complain you and you should not own a ducati are just envious.... same with those who say ducati are siht bikes.. but when they get the money, these guys are the first ones in the store....
Bought my first Ducati this summer (‘20 monster 821 stealth). It had just 700 miles on it, and after test riding that, the newest monster and a triumph on the same day at the local dealer, I took an Uber there next morning and paid for the 821. It just felt so raw, I had the biggest grin test riding it and I have the same grin every time I get back on it!
Owner of a V4s. Good vid and sad to say this is a very accurate video. The only thing I'd add is the dealership you get it from is very important. In Texas AMS Ducati gives great service at a great price. I typical buy the parts directly from them and they 9/10 have installed for extremely cheap. But @Yammienoob good vid one day come take the v4s out.
I daily my 899, and did so with my previous 748 and 848. I've also owned Honda and Triumph sports bikes incl 2 strokes. The current gen Ducati's have vastly improved reliability and are nearly on par with similar sports bikes now days. You definitely pay a premium for accessories and mods over other brands that are more ubiquitous though.
I love that all the service intervals and oil changes were covered by a $2200 maintenance package from my dealership. The expensive desmo service was no longer a con to getting a Panigale.
I completely agree with what you are saying in this video. I own a 2020 V4S and I love taking it to the track a few times a month. However, to race one would be insane 🤯. Seeing some of my bills now I’m like jeez.
My first, and only motorbikes I have ever owned has been Ducati. Also, my preference is naked, it’s just how I roll. Where I roam, Ducati is relatively prevalent, and fairly so on track days and competitions… I think the opinions expressed in this video should have an asterisk, denoting a Texas point of view. Also, there are no slow bikes, only slow riders, and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that… .
As far as lap times and such is concerned, the primary issue is the nut that connects the seat to the handlebars. A good rider will be fast on anything, and a bad (or new) rider will be slow on anything. Sure, a good rider will be fastER on a more capable bike, but for most of us mere mortals we'll never be more capable than our machines. I could take my own little 650 out and put down roughly the same times as I would on a GSXR-1000 or a Ducati I wager, my limits are still set by me and not the bike. That's assuming both are in good shape an working the way they should of course.
I own a panigale v2 and I’m completely against the idea of commuting on a bike like this. 1. It’s hot. It literally burns and I get burn marks on my thighs because of the piston placement right below the saddle. 2. It’s a high rev bike, so it suffered in traffic. You can either put it in a low gear and experience the drag, or put it in a higher gear and feel the bike struggle 3. It kills you back. If 8 hours sitting work time isn’t enough to kill your back, then try ridding on a panigale for another 30 minutes. You’ll hate it
Great video Yammie, here in the UK we say you never really end up owning a Ducati, no, you just end up sponsoring one for life but hey .... man, isn't she a beauty!
Something I thought I'd never say was if you want a superbike that's comfortable and flexible for the road the Ducati V4S is the one to pick (though the S1000RR is just as good) but if you want a torture rack pick the R1M, you'll be crying for mercy after half an hour on it.
Whatever he said makes sense, what doesn't make sense is that none of things he said made any sense to me as my love for ducatis is senseless. This bike is not for someone like me at all but I just love these machines..I will buy the v2 someday.
People will buy whatever bike they want. Whether they’re going through midlife crisis, or just want to be posers, or they have money to waste. Who cares? It’s none of your business. Last thing we need are people like you labeling and judging other riders. Stop being mr. righteous and stop judging people.
The biggest issue to own a DUC is the heat that comes out the rear cylinder, living in Las Vegas is a big deal never having an engine on a comfortably running temperature...
Ok, here is what I got out of this video: 1. People are only interested in image. Or you think your average viewer is in this category. 2. An individual HAS to take the bike to a dealership to ensure proper maintenance. 3. They are finicky and cost far too much money. 3. It has to be a brand new Ducati, with all the goodies. 4. It is a premium expensive bike. 5. I need to learn Manscaping, and have a stick up my a**. Here are some alternative facts: Ducati desmo 1100 engine has a 12k mile check on valves and belt change. Average oil change. These CAN be done by a home spanner, with practice in 2 hrs on a Saturday with a cool frosty one in hand. The older air-cooled 1100's are SIMPLE! One does not need TFT screens, Multiple ride options, abs, air and water cooling. A bike, a motor and good Brembos will do. Some may say it is the Ugly Duc, but an early Multistradas (1000 or 1100) might just be a perfect bike for many. Yes it is fun, yes it can travel, yes it can daily commute. Never fall for the latest and greatest. Don't think your setting trends (retro desert sled) when you are following them. Fall for your heart and who cares what others think. I love my 1997 BMW f650st with carbies. Some say this may be the ugliest BMW! I love ugly I guess. It is as much daily a rider as I can make it 12 mos. a year in Illinois. A whopping 48 hp. nothing sporty. Honest reliable transportation that has NEVER been to a shop in my ownership. Same goes for my new to me Ducati Multistrada 1100S. Yammy, you eat a lot of chocolate from boxes and wash it down with kool-aid. Have fun making another Manscape ad. I know, I know it's a job. I don't doubt your skill or knowledge, but I am beginning to question some of your integrity.
Funny you should mention MT-09 insurance rates. I just looked at rates yesterday. After changing the fork oil, swapping the rear shock, and a year of insurance, an XSR 900 is cheaper.
Also, people missing the point of the revzilla video. All they were trying to do is to show people that you don't need to waste a lot of money to build yourself a capable track bike or buy the most advanced one on the market. The K5 had a custom build for the track performance with aftermarket race parts it had ohlins stx-46 shock Hitech forks and new master cylinder and race performance braking pads. And v4s was tuned for street comfort with soft shock.
I'm 76years old, I have a Ducati 916 . I absolutely love it its very rewarding to ride and quite easy to maintain. I would love to own a Panigale. Why would anyone not want to own a Ducati.
Just went to my first track day last weekend. Set the traction control on my Streetfighter 848 to 4 and just pinned the throttle through corners with traction control light constantly on. The traction control works so smooth that at first I thought I am hitting the rev limiter. It gently curled its hand around my ass and saved it. That is a cheap used 2012 bike, I do not know how much you need to spend on a Japanese bike with such good electronics.
Just bought a Ducati after owning all Japanese inline bikes and the biggest difference for me so far is the engine, the bike has a rev limiter at like 8,500 rpm where my last bike would rev to 12,000. Gotta get used to shifting what feels like early, but the L twin makes alot of torque. I just miss the have revs honestly :c
I am most certainly not a poser, I am Mr Introvert and super uncool, refuse to buy things that are cool. But I love Ducati and other Italian bikes, I own Ducati and Moto Guzzi and MV and have since I discovered motorcycles as a teenager in the early 80s only been connected with Italian motorcycles, because the "great" bikes were Jota, Le Mans and MHR. A motorcycle is an emotional relationship, yes you know they are going to cost you a bit more to run, but do you look at a beautiful classy women and think I don't want to know her, because she will like nice clothes and go to nice places etc. Class costs money, be it motorbikes or women.
Michael Lauer , one of my friends was working for NW Airlines years ago at a maintenance base in MN. Was a great rider and had lots of dough so bought a brand new 996S, we were all floored over it, I thought it was the coolest bike I'd ever seen. But he let me ride it, which is a good thing, because I swore it had no springs and almost took my fillings out! He was almost the fastest guy at a Track Day at BIR (Brainerd, MN) but on the street . . . He also had trouble with the infamous chrome in the oil, the rear wheel bearings, and of course the tune ups and insurance, and sold it to get a Honda VFR which was a great bike. Hope you enjoy yours; it's a serious commitment !
I’ll take the Ducati tax over my brother’s Honda CBR woes any day. His 2008 CBR1000RR burns oil from brand new and has had a host of other engine / gearbox related problems. My first bike was a CBR600RR which served my abuse very well, until the cam-chain tensioner bit the bullet, on a fully dealer serviced bike. Not surprised though, because coming from the car world, I always laugh at the “JDM” reliability argument. The only thing reliable out of Japan are the econobox vehicles. Once you get into the sporty / luxury stuff, they’re all terrible or worse than their Euro brethren. Ducati’s are expensive, and so are Triumphs, MVs, Moto Guzzis, Aprillias etc. But they all have innovative features (no typical I4) and aesthetics worthy of the price tag. And you don’t have to rev the nuts off a Ducati when you’re just trying to keep up with regular traffic, even though it’s a proper race bike. If you’re someone who can DIY, afford running costs of a superior machine, and not care about following the other sheep, the Euro bikes are for you.
Yes, I really am giving away this Panigale. Yes, my community on Discord is the best. Yes, I am there every day. What are you waiting for? yammienoob.co
Sick video
Nice work getting people to pay for this. Props
I used to race a 2004 Aprilia RS 250 Challenge Cup bike🏍.
Super sexy true race bike, but real spendy when you shoot third gear through the case!
unbox the next give away bike!
@@Daddy53751 Just an RGV engine so shouldn't be a problem.
The only person who should own a ducati:
Anyone who can afford and wants one
Exactly,if you have the money and want one,then you should own one.
Simple as that
Fuck the skill to actually ride it... (i.e.675r x2)
@@Tony-ib2vm exactly my dude,you learn as you go!
I agree, I don't care if you have the skills or not. Not my money & It doesn't effect me in any ways . If it effect you, it's your problem.
Ooh! Me me me!!! I have money and love my ducati lol
Yammie. Bro. Just a small suggestion from my 50 years (honest) of riding and daily commuting. Don’t stop so close to the vehicle in front of you and stop further over to the side of the vehicle. You need to see the driver in their mirror so they can see you. One other reason. If you ever hear the screech of locked tires coming up behind you (I have) you can slip up between the vehicles in a blink. It works. I know from personal experience. I enjoy your videos. Thanks
The amount of times I've posted this common sense "tip" on motorcycle videos on youtube is truly disturbing. It's like no one has motorcycle licenses anymore or they just hand them out to anyone in cracker jack boxes as prizes. Also watch people doing u-turns on youtube. It's like watching semis with full cargo doing u-turns. Who's teaching these young kids to ride?
That's why the "noob" was never removed from his name :)
Great advice! Thanks for posting. Such a simple thing that can literally save your life.
Thanks for the advice . I'll remember this .
I have used the dart between cars trick to avoid getting hit. Getting rear ended is the #1 motorcycle accident in the US. Leave a space for escape and watch your mirrors at every stop.
Look let’s be honest, one of the coolest ‘extras’ about owning a Ducati (specifically the iconic sportsbikes, Panigales etc) is that random people will approach you out of nowhere and want to talk about bikes. It’s actually quite funny.
Yes...lol.
Not just the sport bikes though. I've had a handful of people come up to me on my monster that were legit excited to see a ducati.
@@jlontz14 Yup, can confirm that!
I have a stickered up 50k mile daily driver zero frills Monster 797 and it still gets honks and shouts anytime I ride it around people. People fucking love them and it does make it fun.
As some who used to ferry Lamborghinis and Ferraris for work I’ll tell you it get old fast.
I still want to own a Panigale tho let’s be real lol
As a Ducati owner I feel like every time Yammie says "Ducati" in this video, he actually meant to say "Panigale" instead, because the Ducati Monster is the cheapest single sided swingarm motorcycle that is actually a daily driver, and easy as hell to work on yourself.
@@SkinnySkates Yeah, and they really have worked to increase those intervals. I have been doing my valve checks (mine are 7500mile) myself because they're actually really easy. In fact, I haven't come across a difficult repair job yet... I put a new clutch in without even having to drain the oil. Anything with plastics becomes more of a nuisance, but your multistrada and my monster, are just so easy to wrench on that maintenance is easily done by the owner.
Funny thing is he's actually reviewed a Monster before.
Short memory I guess.
I picked up a monster for 600$ and it didn’t run. 200$ and 10 hours of solid work later and I had a decently running Ducati that only has 13k miles on it. Currently I’m going through the brakes and rebuilding the calipers. I plan on this winter really stripping it down and removing the air box completely and bypassing some of the emission stuff and also replacing the clutchs. I’ll probs own the bike for at least 2 years and then get something with a little bit more torque or maybe swap in a bigger motor🤔
Laughs in Honda VFR
@@firefighter1c57 Not sure why... I don't think anyone with any Ducati would want to settle for a VFR.
When I was 8 years old, "Ducati" was the only motorcycle brand I knew.
Im sure you knew about bmw and maybe honda before you ever heard of ducati
@@zlatinmihai958 Yeah, but I didn't know they made motorcycles.
@@michaelcallisto fancy radio components and electrics. Until the nazi's bombed crap out of them
My uncle used too tell stories about Ducati....
@@mastertuhinbaruah9614 The Ducati and the beanstalk....... The three little Ducati’s...... The lion, the witch and the Ducati..... ah Good ol’ Uncles. Happy days.
Noob:"Let's try to make this video and not make anyone upset"
Me *gets upset cuz he isnt trying to make anyone upset*
Me: Don’t worry Nood, you won’t upset anyone, you’re not talking about Harleys. 😉
Imagine you could pack a punch a Ducati.... Well it exists, it would become a Superleggera
I purchased a 2014 Ducati Diavel new a Christmas gift to myself, I was a very good boy that year. I have been riding for over forty years, This is the most fun bike that I have ever ridden.
My baby is high maintenance but worth every penny 😍
That's what I say about my girlfriend
Theron Quiett great attitude!
@@goldiebumblebee6593 hell yeah
Sameeeee but sadly they don’t make my bike anymore tho 😪
@@NudaMan what bike do you have?
57 yo guy who didn’t have a bike for over 20 years while the kids grew up. Out of all the bikes I had my favourite was a 500 Pantah. This year 2013 Monster 1100 evo that I commute on in central Wisconsin. 40 miles on the freeway to work and 40 miles on the back roads home at a relaxed pace. When I was deciding on a bike an reviewers were saying the 1100 was underpowered for it’s class I looked up the stats on the bikes I had 35 years ago when I had a real need for speed and they had half the oomph of this bike. Comfortable enough that I don’t have to bend over too far. Makes me get back into some wrenching as the nearest Ducati shop is 90 miles away. Now I’m an old guy on a cool bike that makes me happy when I ride it.
40 year old here, just got my license a month ago and happily commuting and doing most of errands on my scrambler :)
They’re an awesome bike. One of my faves! Enjoy it and you deserve it!
How is that bike underpowered I'd say haha. My first bike at 20 yrs old was a 695 monster 2007 and it was a racehorse. Now I have the 2020 Cafe Racer 800cc and I'm still blown away by the acceleration at 24 yrs old. Won't get a 1200cc till I'm 28 I think
Matt Worthy indeed!
Yesterday on a backroad I tried giving it full throttle for the first time to see how long it took to go from 80 to 120 (kph) in 4th.
The answer for newbie rider me was: “hooooly crap!”
Monsters have always been my favorite Ducati, despite still lusting about the 916. Years ago I had the opportunity for a long demo ride on a S2R. So delicious and easy to wheelie unintentionally. 800 cc was more than enough oomph.
Nobody:
Absolutely nobody:
Sweet papa yam during the start of a riding video: 👋👉✊✋✌️👐🤚🙌
@JAKE GUS evidently not all too covert...
@ wheely5465 I literally have no idea what that means
I have a 2019 Panigale V4 that I picked up brand new. The dealership had just rolled it out onto the floor. I was looking at a white 899 but something about that V4 spoke to me. They rolled it right next to an all black CBR1000RR and a white and blue BMW S1000RR. I love that thing, and very few people have one. Riding down the streets you have your R1s and R6s, CBRs, ZXs and Gixxers and they all give me a nod and/or a thumbs up when they see my Italian red machine. Even gotten a few from Harley riders. This isn't a dig at Japanese motorcycles as they make some awesome and amazing machines. I just wanted something different that not many people have.
Enjoy your Ducati and don’t pay attention to anyone who bashes a Ducati. They just wish they could afford one. 😉
I see a lot of Ducati's at track days and also in competitions here in Europe. Go to an amateur race in Italy, France or Spain and you'll see 60% Ducatis, the rest are BMWs or Aprilias. Maybe a handful of Japanese bikes. I own a 2011 - 1198 It's been great and I LOVE IT!!
I daily my 959 and can't get enough of it. It's absolutely amazing. Makes me not even care about the heat in traffic 🔥🤷
That's my main concern about getting a V2. The bloody heat. I remember riding during a Meetup next to a guy with a Panigale 1299, I think the first year it came out. That thing was so hot (in New England October), I was feeling its heat while we were stopped in traffic. Poor guy was sweating bullets.
The ones who complain about Ducati are usually the ones who can’t afford it.
Well explained. 15,000 mile maintenance is the biggest expense ESPECIALLY on the Panigale. Ducatie's are not for everyone even if you can afford it. My 1299 S is my everyday transportation, rain or shine, 15,000 miles in 1 year and reliable. I personally never care what other people think about the bike. First attracted to the Panigale for the looks, but the electronics and light weight sold me.I'm a weekend worrier and love the 1299. Japanese bikes, best bang for the buck, BUT, too generic for me. My 2021 Street Fighter V4 S should be here in 1 - 2 weeks. Traded in my 2012 H.D XR 1200X and 2016 Monster 1200 S VERY low millage on both. Test rode the S.F. V4 S ...had to get it. Yammie you have too take a S.F. for a ride ! OH, I'm 71 + PLEASE ride safe everyone.
Glenn Paladini Got my 2021 Streetfighter V4 S this week, it is my favorite bike and I have owned many bikes in my 30+ years of riding.
I got my SF V4S a month ago, my 2nd bike and my first street bike, my first bike was a WR400F dirtbike. SF V4S sold me with the rider modes, awesome noob machine for me.
@@just_one_opinion 8,500 miles on my Dark Stealth S.F. with Akrapovic exhaust, map and low restriction air filter, just dynoed @ 207 rear wheel horse, ran a 9.54 in the 1/4 mile ! INCREDIBLE and street legal !!!
Coolest grandpa
You’re my hero. Respect.
Thanks for the love Yam. We appreciate it!
I had a Ducati for several years. The maintenance was more than a Japanese bike but not so expensive that the average person couldn’t afford it.
Totally agree. I know a few owner and both don't take care of there bikes; the chain is bone dry, cheap aftermarket parts and never washed there bikes, could go on. My multistrad 950s is awesome, haven't had any issues.
Nice
My 2013 Monster 1100 evo was my favorite bike of the many I owned over a lifetime of riding. That air cooled desmo was a gem. I make my living as an aircraft mechanic, so really had no trouble doing my own maintenance, and I think anyone with a little patience and the right tools could as well.
Anyway, that monster was a sweetheart of a bike. Not the fastest, or most comfortable, or most practical bike I ever had, but still my favorite. I traded her in to buy a GS 1200, which I still have. It’s a great bike, and far more practical for my riding these days. But it’s so nerdy, and boring compared to my old Duc.
There's only 2 types of ducati owners I've ever met: people who just bought their very first motorcycle with zero experience and then people who are absurdly rich and have been riding for 20+ years.
Yammie is the exception lmao
That's not true I had 2015 Panigale 1299 for 4 years, Now I'm looking into buying v4.
I ride for 7 years and I'm a middle-classed man not rich by any means but no broke too.
Modern Ducatis are no that expensive to maintain. Yes, they will cost more than your Japanese bike but not by a lot.
The mean issue is the parts availability if you need to replace something on your Ducati you'll wait at least a week for that specific part.
I'm 27, bought my hypermotard 950sp as a present to myself for achieving my dream career. No regreeetttssss haha
@@Fearless154 I believe you. You can't even afford to get your "T" key fixed on your keyboard. The newer Ducatis have extended maintenance periods closer to the Japanese. My 1200 Monster is 5 yrs on the belts and 15k for the valves, or there about. If the dealer does the maintenance it will run $1500-2000. Putting aside $25-30 a month in a cookie jar will easily take care of that. Skipping some Gucci accessories will also help. Unless you've got the money already.
I was going to get a Japanese 4 cyl naked bike but just couldn't handle the same sound anymore. I've had a lot of them and still have a Honda V4. But it's so boring in every aspect. When I ride my Honda all I think about is bills, the house, ect. When I ride the Monster I think about gear selections, noise, the seat is too small. The pegs are too high, ect. But I enjoy the hour or so I ride it.
@@stuka101 I'm about to do the same thing! 25 here and landed my well paying dream job
That's me! A used 13 Monster 796 with termingnoni exhaust. Never been on a bike before. Bought it. Took MSF. WIN.
If you want top performance, amazing power, unmatchable electronics and incredible tasteful esthetics? Your only option is a Ducati! Love my Streetfighter.
You win! Round 2!
ehh i’ll take a bmw
Bmw, aprillia and mv agusta have those aswell
I own a couple Beemers and was mostly Japanese before that. The cost of maintenance on the Beemers way above the cost of the Japanese, but nothing compare to a friend of mine's experience with a XDiavel. 3 or 4 recalls to boot on his bikes. The electronics are great when not giving a warning light of some kind. Not a fan.
I saw someone who shouldn’t own one this morning. I was in Houston at a Ducati dealership and he rode in on a new (paper tag) Ducati Panigale, put the kickstand down and almost dropped it on the RIGHT side🤦♂️🤣. He was about 5’8 so i kinda get it but DAMN. I started out to help but before i got to him he made the save of his life.
I'm only 5'7" but I know how to take care of my bike. He must be just weak or careless.
Much with a Mouth Dogepool agreed! At that height it doesn’t come into the equation...basic skill does!
Much with a Mouth Dogepool ..lol. He was a bit on the pudgy side😆.
The kickstands on Ducs have always been a trap. My 851 had some suspension mods and I had to swing a leg off the bike to get the kickstand down easily. Of course I'm 5'5" but it shouldn't be a right of passage.
Ducati do need to build a better side stand. It wants to retract way to easily. I've own over 20 bikes and this is the only one I've had any issue with.
Back in 1981 I bought a used Ducati, loved that bike. I love the sound and the way it handles. Once I changed the handle bars it was very comfortable. You are right that you have to work on them a lot.
Between me and my wife we've had cbrs, ZX10R, 636, r6 and a 1098 I love em all.. having a Ducati has nothing to do with being rich because we arent. Personally it was the simple fact as a bike enthusiast they're just sexy and I've always wanted one..🤷🏾♂️
Man, I love how you make your driving vids over at the 360 are. It’s gorgeous out there. I drive there whenever I can and sometimes I get out of my way to just to drive on 360 and enjoy the green color.
The good thing is; I have more money than sense when it comes to making a motorcycle purchase but am still going to lean towards the MT-10 because I’m old.
You young guys enjoy these sexy bikes and I’ll raise a bourbon for you from the pit couch at the bar. 🏍🏍
Having owned ducati and MV, I think this is even more true for MV. Insanely expensive to maintain and insure, fast, but not fast enough to justify the premium and generally a more needy machine when it comes to maintenance.
MV is a boutique manufacturer, you pay for the brand name, so no wonder it's really expensive to maintain.
It’s not the cost. It’s having a brand new $20K motorcycle that doesn’t work and takes months to get parts. Meanwhile you’re paying insurance and the value is half of sticker a year later. Buy one and find out.
but goddamm an MV looks just so much prettier than any other Naked
You forgot sound....
There is nothing better than a Ducati L-Twin for me.
I have owned dozens of bikes, i started riding when i was a little kid. Of everything I've ever owned, the Ducati Monster I bought about a decade ago is by far my favorite. Its just crazy fun to ride and i dont mind the insurance cost (which is pretty high). I do all my own maintenance, and though Ducati is a little different, mainly how the valves work. But at the end of the day, maintenance is relatively simple and the bike has been a blast.
Amen
Cost of parts. You didn't mention.
Thank you for reliably giving me a video before my morning bathroom break, daily. :p
what time you be waking up damn
I agree with you about commuting on Ducatis. I commuted a year and a half on a MTS 1200. My commute includes around 30 miles of stop and go traffic and crossing the US Mexico border in tijuana. I loved the bike, but I spent about $6k on maintenance. The bike was super hot, clutches don't last long and Desmo services are expensive and frequent based on my mileage. I bought a second hand cruiser for commuting and haven't been happier. My Ducati is a long range, fast as fuck weekend bike now.
I dailed my 2011 848 evo until I had 23k miles on it. Now its my track day warrior and it has been nothing but reliable. I think the 848 is a very capable track bike, and love it.
Like many acquisitions; it's all a matter of perspective. Both a BIC and a Montegrappa lay down ink; one costs $1 and the other may and can set you back $45,000. Still, I think some of your advice is spot-on, but some things in life elicit emotions and passions and others are good but just mundane. I agree, Japanese bikes can be very low maintenance, plus the junkyards are filled with parts. I'm not nostalgic for any of the Japanese bikes that I've owned, and for me that's the determinant.
I'm 54 years old (young 🌝🙈🙈😂😂) and I've been waiting for a ducati for a long time, I bought a Monster 821 ... I had Aprilia and Honda ... but people .. everyone should call a ducati their own ... it is true, it's not cheap... but try it out once, you won't touch anything else... 🥰🥰🥰🥰 🌋🌋🌋🌋🌋
My 1199 panigale is expensive to maintain but well worth it. At 27 k miles and loved every mile. Nothing like riding a big v twin
Great video. I ride a Ducati (Multistrada) and also a Vespa (GTS) - I wonder how many other Ducati owners also own Vespas ...
I love my Ducs, and I will continue to daily my 748 (I have a 45 minute commute through the mountains)
I kinda miss my 959, so I think I'll enter to win that thar Panigale V2.
@@Kareem_Alcindor No idea, but it wasn't fun using my old Panigale as a commuter. Too hot and cramped for zipping around on surface streets, but the older Superbikes are really easy to live with.
My new Streetfighter V4 S is super comfortable with a very comfortable riding position. I am 47 and can ride it morning to night.
I owned a Ducati 1098S for many years. Only reason i sold it was it wasted riding on the street and I kept wanting to turn it into my next racebike, but just couldn't bring myself to do it as it was so beautiful and pristine.
I want one or 1198.
I’m sure you don’t see a lot of Ducati on the tracks over there but down in South Florida, if you go to PBIR for a track day, you can hardly walk 10 feet without seeing another one. But that’s probably down to the fact that one of the best shops in the country for Ducati is in Fort Lauderdale and they help put on the track days here.
People that buy Lambos, Ferraris, Ducati’s, MV Agusta’s, typically are vehicle enthusiasts who want the most tech and exclusivity . Not necessarily the Joneses thing.
I have a scrambler which is currently their slowest bike (other than the 62) but when I say I have a “Ducati” even people who don’t know motorcycles say, “woah, they’re fast right”
It’s certainly no slouch, it’s a blast and enough to get me in trouble. But it’s not a V2 or V4
Ducatis are like that hot girl who you know is going to leave you broke and broken hearted, but she’s so hot you can’t help yourself. I owned one Ducati and it’s the only bike that stranded me, and cost me as much in maintenance and parts as the original purchase price. Never again.
My first bike: a 2001 996. Had it for eight years. Just a joy to look at and ride. Yes, it's a handful to ride, but very fun.
Just bought a perfect condition 2002 ST4S yesterday for $5,000 cash. Plenty of extras on it, with after-market exhaust; Even the two saddle bags (which I don’t need) are in mint shape. Within seconds of my ride I realized the hype. Incredible machine.
I’ve owned two Ducati’s and I will say the air cooled engines are okay for first timers but the benefit of the water cooled engines is the fact that you get more time to save money for your first big maintenance cost being your valve adjustments. Anyone can own one you just have to be willing and okay with the costs like he said
I ride my Ducati as much as I can. I purposely chose the SuperSport S because I can go for hours and when I'm done I'm not sore or tired. Yes, it is more expensive to maintain but I knew that going in.
Maybe the first qualification to own a Ducati is to be able to say “Panigale” correctly
Ducati builds their Supersport as their every day commuter. I had one at one point and I miss it but I plan on getting a leftover vfr800 as a replacement.
Pauly1k considering one of them for my next bike. It’s a toss up between that a z900 or street triple rs
Couldn’t agree more with your assessment that buying and owning a Ducati has everything to do with the emotional aspect of this brand. On my 3rd Ducati, and I will never cross over to another brand. For me my bikes are more then just a way of riding around. I live in the Netherlands and it tends to rain a lot. None of my bikes have ever seen a drop of rain. You have to be prepared that you indeed need a bit more financial means pertaining to buying and servicing these motorcycles. The one thing that really does stick out in the cost of these bikes is the price of aftermarket parts. You touched on this in the video. My current Monster have Termignoni pipes and holy mother of Christ they are expensive. They do do wonders for the bike though. Choose wisely when purchasing this type of bike. Once you enter the world of a Ducatisti your hooked
im with you 100% !!!!!!
Just put $5000 into my 05 Ducati 999. I still get compliments on my bike!!!! I'm the original owner. Will never give up!
Riding the Aprilia rs660 right now. The Ducati v2 is downright gorgeous. But a down point for me with it(and i know some might think it's ridiculous) is that the v2 doesn't have cruise control. It's something I never knew I was missing until I owned a bike with it. Great perk to have on the highways
Had a ducati for 5years, not 1 issue with it. Every1 hating on ducati, just cant afford one, or like to be the same as everyone else.
Picking up a 2018 959 to this Friday. Was gonna pick it up today but couldn’t so Friday!!! Can’t wait 😊
It’s simple when buying a car or bike. Follow your heart.
So true!!! So many buy based on the specs and numbers. Today, most bikes are pretty awesome. Get the one that moves you, not just when ya mount it and twist the throttle.. but also, when you look at it sitting still, your heart just flutters with pride, happiness and your next ride..
Dex Ril exactly and same to you bro, safe riding out there 😎
Exactly :)
Yep - while living in Spain I started my motorcycling adventure with a 50cc Ducati Sport in 1967. Moved up to a Ducati 250 24H (rare). Mototrans made the Ducatis in Spain. The road The Dragons Tail is a superhighway next to the roads in Spain then - many changes in 55 years.
I’ve owned a Ninja 300, CBR 600 RR and Daytona 675. My current bike is a Ducati V2 and it’s by far my favorite daily rider.
SBK Performance slip on exhaust- $500
I daily a 2011 Ducati Monster 696, it has 15k miles and has never given me an issue. Super easy to wrench on it yourself w/ good service intervals. I paid 4,400 for mine and the value you're getting for your money is huge.
Ducatis are meant for people who love them and can afford them. Very soon I'll add one to my collection of Italian bikes.
Who should own a Ducati?
Anyone who can afford and handle it.
From this video, I learned that you should never let anyone tell you that you can't ride your dream bike.
re: racing a ducati, always consider breaking stuff at the track. Break a footpeg off your GSXR600? You could trip over people who will have one in their trailer. Break something off the ducati? Unless you brought it, you're probably SOL....
'The only people who should buy a Ducati'
Me who bought the exact same v2 as my first bike ever: Hmmmm interesting....
If you want a motorcycle that takes less time to service than transporting it to the dealer, is more exclusive, sounds good, can run hundreds of thousands of miles, get a Moto Guzzi preferably used.
One of my best friends tracked an 05' Panigale 749 for a few years, he says it cost him quite a bit when parts started failing, exhaust brackets breaking, then replacing it in full, etc. He was competitive on the Ducati, but had more success on the GSXR750, but most of all he said it was just a joy to race. It's now for sale at a ridiculously low price, but apparently a fair price, which really surprised me at how cheap you can pick a used example up for, I always assume dthey were expensive works of art, now finding out how accessible they really are on the used market, which is good for us underlings! He's very much in love with GSXR's, and either owned or raced one of every Gen, and you are right, the GSXR 1000, 07' specifically, is just about unbeatable, and about as perfect as a liter bike can get right now.
Best all around bike is BMW s1krr. I owned a 2014 1199 s and that thing was beautiful but got really "hot" and It always need something to be fixed. I traded for a 2017 BMW s1krr and its the best bike ever owned. I just traded my 2017 BMW s1krr for 2021 BMW s1krr and I can't wait to get it. Ducatis are nice if you never owned one, but once you had one , you be ready to trade it in. My opinion
“Would you like to win this Ducati....? Now that I’ve totally talked you out of owning one...?” Hahah!
Why do people always assume, just because you can afford a more expensive bike that you can ride like a pro ? O.o
You buy what you can afford. Those who complain you and you should not own a ducati are just envious.... same with those who say ducati are siht bikes.. but when they get the money, these guys are the first ones in the store....
People are just haters and full of shit.
Bought my first Ducati this summer (‘20 monster 821 stealth). It had just 700 miles on it, and after test riding that, the newest monster and a triumph on the same day at the local dealer, I took an Uber there next morning and paid for the 821. It just felt so raw, I had the biggest grin test riding it and I have the same grin every time I get back on it!
Owner of a V4s. Good vid and sad to say this is a very accurate video. The only thing I'd add is the dealership you get it from is very important. In Texas AMS Ducati gives great service at a great price. I typical buy the parts directly from them and they 9/10 have installed for extremely cheap. But @Yammienoob good vid one day come take the v4s out.
I love my 797 the sound it’s unique and the way she rides it’s amazing 🥲
Same bro
I daily my 899, and did so with my previous 748 and 848. I've also owned Honda and Triumph sports bikes incl 2 strokes. The current gen Ducati's have vastly improved reliability and are nearly on par with similar sports bikes now days. You definitely pay a premium for accessories and mods over other brands that are more ubiquitous though.
I love that all the service intervals and oil changes were covered by a $2200 maintenance package from my dealership. The expensive desmo service was no longer a con to getting a Panigale.
I completely agree with what you are saying in this video. I own a 2020 V4S and I love taking it to the track a few times a month. However, to race one would be insane 🤯. Seeing some of my bills now I’m like jeez.
After owning a Ducati Hypermotard i do agree on some bits here like service costs but there are underrated Ducatis that make hell of a daily ride!
Ah, these vlogs remind me of the old days when I was thinking about buying my first bike. A dozen bikes later and we’re all still here.
My first, and only motorbikes I have ever owned has been Ducati. Also, my preference is naked, it’s just how I roll. Where I roam, Ducati is relatively prevalent, and fairly so on track days and competitions…
I think the opinions expressed in this video should have an asterisk, denoting a Texas point of view. Also, there are no slow bikes, only slow riders, and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that…
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The third person: people who Triumph doesn't trust with their bikes anymore
As far as lap times and such is concerned, the primary issue is the nut that connects the seat to the handlebars. A good rider will be fast on anything, and a bad (or new) rider will be slow on anything. Sure, a good rider will be fastER on a more capable bike, but for most of us mere mortals we'll never be more capable than our machines. I could take my own little 650 out and put down roughly the same times as I would on a GSXR-1000 or a Ducati I wager, my limits are still set by me and not the bike. That's assuming both are in good shape an working the way they should of course.
I own a panigale v2 and I’m completely against the idea of commuting on a bike like this. 1. It’s hot. It literally burns and I get burn marks on my thighs because of the piston placement right below the saddle. 2. It’s a high rev bike, so it suffered in traffic. You can either put it in a low gear and experience the drag, or put it in a higher gear and feel the bike struggle 3. It kills you back. If 8 hours sitting work time isn’t enough to kill your back, then try ridding on a panigale for another 30 minutes. You’ll hate it
Great video Yammie, here in the UK we say you never really end up owning a Ducati, no, you just end up sponsoring one for life but hey .... man, isn't she a beauty!
Something I thought I'd never say was if you want a superbike that's comfortable and flexible for the road the Ducati V4S is the one to pick (though the S1000RR is just as good) but if you want a torture rack pick the R1M, you'll be crying for mercy after half an hour on it.
100%
Always wanted a Ducati. Their scrambler line is good, but papa Yam is right about the standpoint of practicality.
Whatever he said makes sense, what doesn't make sense is that none of things he said made any sense to me as my love for ducatis is senseless.
This bike is not for someone like me at all but I just love these machines..I will buy the v2 someday.
People will buy whatever bike they want. Whether they’re going through midlife crisis, or just want to be posers, or they have money to waste. Who cares? It’s none of your business. Last thing we need are people like you labeling and judging other riders. Stop being mr. righteous and stop judging people.
you just judged also
@@carloberardi220 I did, didn't I. Thank you.
The biggest issue to own a DUC is the heat that comes out the rear cylinder, living in Las Vegas is a big deal never having an engine on a comfortably running temperature...
Ok, here is what I got out of this video:
1. People are only interested in image. Or you think your average viewer is in this category.
2. An individual HAS to take the bike to a dealership to ensure proper maintenance.
3. They are finicky and cost far too much money.
3. It has to be a brand new Ducati, with all the goodies.
4. It is a premium expensive bike.
5. I need to learn Manscaping, and have a stick up my a**.
Here are some alternative facts:
Ducati desmo 1100 engine has a 12k mile check on valves and belt change. Average oil change. These CAN be done by a home spanner, with practice in 2 hrs on a Saturday with a cool frosty one in hand.
The older air-cooled 1100's are SIMPLE!
One does not need TFT screens, Multiple ride options, abs, air and water cooling.
A bike, a motor and good Brembos will do.
Some may say it is the Ugly Duc, but an early Multistradas (1000 or 1100) might just be a perfect bike for many. Yes it is fun, yes it can travel, yes it can daily commute.
Never fall for the latest and greatest. Don't think your setting trends (retro desert sled) when you are following them. Fall for your heart and who cares what others think.
I love my 1997 BMW f650st with carbies. Some say this may be the ugliest BMW! I love ugly I guess. It is as much daily a rider as I can make it 12 mos. a year in Illinois. A whopping 48 hp. nothing sporty. Honest reliable transportation that has NEVER been to a shop in my ownership.
Same goes for my new to me Ducati Multistrada 1100S.
Yammy, you eat a lot of chocolate from boxes and wash it down with kool-aid. Have fun making another Manscape ad. I know, I know it's a job. I don't doubt your skill or knowledge, but I am beginning to question some of your integrity.
Funny you should mention MT-09 insurance rates. I just looked at rates yesterday. After changing the fork oil, swapping the rear shock, and a year of insurance, an XSR 900 is cheaper.
just bought a 2023 V2 for it to sit in my garage until it stops snowing lol super stoked to ride it
Also, people missing the point of the revzilla video. All they were trying to do is to show people that you don't need to waste a lot of money to build yourself a capable track bike or buy the most advanced one on the market. The K5 had a custom build for the track performance with aftermarket race parts it had ohlins stx-46 shock Hitech forks and new master cylinder and race performance braking pads.
And v4s was tuned for street comfort with soft shock.
I'm 76years old, I have a Ducati 916 . I absolutely love it its very rewarding to ride and quite easy to maintain. I would love to own a Panigale. Why would anyone not want to own a Ducati.
It's so cool cruising along with a beautiful bike like the V2 - it's a little bit like lazy cruising in a Ferrari...
Just went to my first track day last weekend. Set the traction control on my Streetfighter 848 to 4 and just pinned the throttle through corners with traction control light constantly on. The traction control works so smooth that at first I thought I am hitting the rev limiter. It gently curled its hand around my ass and saved it. That is a cheap used 2012 bike, I do not know how much you need to spend on a Japanese bike with such good electronics.
I bought a Ducati scrambler. Absolutely love it. I actually ride it everyday. 3k miles in 5 months
Just bought a Ducati after owning all Japanese inline bikes and the biggest difference for me so far is the engine, the bike has a rev limiter at like 8,500 rpm where my last bike would rev to 12,000. Gotta get used to shifting what feels like early, but the L twin makes alot of torque. I just miss the have revs honestly :c
Buy V4R and go upto 16500RPM lmaooo
the newer v2 revs to 12.5
Why the hell does anyone care what you think or who you think should own a Ducati or any motorcycle ?
I am most certainly not a poser, I am Mr Introvert and super uncool, refuse to buy things that are cool. But I love Ducati and other Italian bikes, I own Ducati and Moto Guzzi and MV and have since I discovered motorcycles as a teenager in the early 80s only been connected with Italian motorcycles, because the "great" bikes were Jota, Le Mans and MHR. A motorcycle is an emotional relationship, yes you know they are going to cost you a bit more to run, but do you look at a beautiful classy women and think I don't want to know her, because she will like nice clothes and go to nice places etc. Class costs money, be it motorbikes or women.
My Favorite bike was Ducati 999R. And now Panigale V4. But what I want is a Streetfighter V2 😍
Refreshingly nicely said, thank you for your honesty you said things that are in the know but are afraid to say.
Love at first sight in1997 when I saw my first 916… 24 years later I bought a 996S and I’m IN LOVE!
Michael Lauer , one of my friends was working for NW Airlines years ago at a maintenance base in MN. Was a great rider and had lots of dough so bought a brand new 996S, we were all floored over it, I thought it was the coolest bike I'd ever seen. But he let me ride it, which is a good thing, because I swore it had no springs and almost took my fillings out! He was almost the fastest guy at a Track Day at BIR (Brainerd, MN) but on the street . . .
He also had trouble with the infamous chrome in the oil, the rear wheel bearings, and of course the tune ups and insurance, and sold it to get a Honda VFR which was a great bike. Hope you enjoy yours; it's a serious commitment !
Crazy I remember watching your videos in 2014, 5 people? A million subs? I’m still eating ramen 🥲
I’ll take the Ducati tax over my brother’s Honda CBR woes any day. His 2008 CBR1000RR burns oil from brand new and has had a host of other engine / gearbox related problems. My first bike was a CBR600RR which served my abuse very well, until the cam-chain tensioner bit the bullet, on a fully dealer serviced bike. Not surprised though, because coming from the car world, I always laugh at the “JDM” reliability argument. The only thing reliable out of Japan are the econobox vehicles. Once you get into the sporty / luxury stuff, they’re all terrible or worse than their Euro brethren. Ducati’s are expensive, and so are Triumphs, MVs, Moto Guzzis, Aprillias etc. But they all have innovative features (no typical I4) and aesthetics worthy of the price tag. And you don’t have to rev the nuts off a Ducati when you’re just trying to keep up with regular traffic, even though it’s a proper race bike. If you’re someone who can DIY, afford running costs of a superior machine, and not care about following the other sheep, the Euro bikes are for you.