This is why I wish Suzuki would come out with a naked sport-bike version of the old SV1000s...just more updated on cosmetics. This Ducati is a fantastic bike. Pure beauty!
Don't worry, your inline 4 will never sound like that, even if it was broken. The sound comes from the 90° V-Twin engine. Ducati is famous for it. I understand, though, that it's not everyone's cup of tea.
@Jonoku Please try and understand that I am not saying this to try and offend the guy !!!! Not at all . It is just that there in smthng in us that always tries to push into being/becoming better ... and seeing and REALIZING, most importantly, that (Anger dwells only in the bosom of fools.) a person usually takes a conscious decision to try and be better ! Which can only lead to a positive outcome to all (is my humble opinion). All the best Jonoku .
Not yet though. Later on I started learning and taking lessons and track days, I decided that sports bike are more to my taste. Not that I've lost the passion for the streetfighter though, It's still gorgeous, but I've decided that my first bike was going to be a pure blooded sports bike.
Another serious consideration is Aprilia's Tuono. Same sort of bike, awesome chassis and almost as fast (140hp versus 155hp for the Duke), while being much cheaper. The Rotax 990 is also proven to be bombproof. But... the Duke is awesome and is likely a better bike in both ways, if you have the extra $6,000 USD.
Everything I have read about this bike sounds amazing. I'm going to have to take one for a spin soon. Any thoughts on how that tall riding position with the short reach to the bars works for a tall rider (6'3"). Some footage I have seen of guys riding this bike, they seem to be sitting bolt upright like on a dirt bike, which is not much fun once you get much over 100kph for any period of time.
good test. It looks a confortable fun bike, though I don't think so good wind protection... I'd like the bike so much. Anybody knows the music comment?
As you go up in speed, it seems to become more inaccurate. Also, on many bikes (like my old GSXR750), you can disconnect the speedometer which disables any limiters. Also, this bike is essentially a 1098 without the fairings. Granted, there are going to be aerodynamics changes as well as gear ratio changes which will definitely impact your top speed. If you change out the sprockets, I have no doubt that you can do well over 150mph.
I love this bike a lot, but the pricetag is what throws me. On that note, I'd like to know how it compares to other bikes in the same category of 1L nakeds. FZ1-N and Z1000 especially, as they are (obviously) much more affordable for someone with a tight budget like me.
The speedo's on the bikes are notoriously inaccurate. I once saw 183 on my speedo at VIR Raceway (before I taped over the speedo), but there was no way...
have you ever ridden 150mph on a sports bike? If yes then just imagine having to hold on to the handlebars 10times as much because there's no protection from the wind.
@TheAsiaPomPom actually I agree with you on that ... I was just saying you can make your point without being mean to people . Anyways, be safe (especially if you're riding this monster) .
who said anythign about riding indoors? he said he should talk indoors. because the wind is horrible in this video and makes the video seem cheap. you sir need to read.
I think some people should really stick to their reliable japanese things... Me, I'd kill for this machine... Let them insult me or say whatever the fuck they want.
@Jonoku Talking about correlation - who said it is NOT a normal human emotion ??? Let me retype it for you : “Anger dwells only in the bosom of fools.” | Albert Einstein ///// It just says it is found usually in a fools mind .... and fools/tools are a great part of our society which inevitably makes them and their state of mind NORMAL ("Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Same guy) .
@gijsoerlemans1992 Oh man, you gott a be kidding me. First this was a JOKE!!!, second-what does this have to do with Top Gear which is by the way my favourite show, and third- 80% of the world drives on the right side of the street and you English have to be something special..
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This is why I wish Suzuki would come out with a naked sport-bike version of the old SV1000s...just more updated on cosmetics. This Ducati is a fantastic bike. Pure beauty!
Don't worry, your inline 4 will never sound like that, even if it was broken. The sound comes from the 90° V-Twin engine. Ducati is famous for it. I understand, though, that it's not everyone's cup of tea.
@Jonoku Please try and understand that I am not saying this to try and offend the guy !!!! Not at all . It is just that there in smthng in us that always tries to push into being/becoming better ... and seeing and REALIZING, most importantly, that (Anger dwells only in the bosom of fools.) a person usually takes a conscious decision to try and be better ! Which can only lead to a positive outcome to all (is my humble opinion). All the best Jonoku .
With the Streetfighter S you get ohlins suspension, light wheels an exhaust, and above all else u get DTC (ducati traction control)
Love this bike thanks Mike for the update as i am going to buy one and this has convinced me into it..... what a wheelie monster to own :-))
Nice bike ! Planning on getting 1 soon . One question , what is the comfortable speed on the bike ?
Not yet though. Later on I started learning and taking lessons and track days, I decided that sports bike are more to my taste. Not that I've lost the passion for the streetfighter though, It's still gorgeous, but I've decided that my first bike was going to be a pure blooded sports bike.
Another serious consideration is Aprilia's Tuono. Same sort of bike, awesome chassis and almost as fast (140hp versus 155hp for the Duke), while being much cheaper. The Rotax 990 is also proven to be bombproof.
But... the Duke is awesome and is likely a better bike in both ways, if you have the extra $6,000 USD.
MSRP is roughly $14k for the standard version and $18k for the S model.
Please I want one ... Why did they stop production 😠😠😠
streetfighter V4 will coming in 2020, check Ducati website
one Imperial (UK) gallon is 1.18 US gallon. so it is actually 38 MPG.
@bloodpig101 yeah i was surprised to hear that it looks like the bars are pretty low to me
best mcn bike reviewer! go Michael!!! :))
Everything I have read about this bike sounds amazing. I'm going to have to take one for a spin soon.
Any thoughts on how that tall riding position with the short reach to the bars works for a tall rider (6'3"). Some footage I have seen of guys riding this bike, they seem to be sitting bolt upright like on a dirt bike, which is not much fun once you get much over 100kph for any period of time.
good test. It looks a confortable fun bike, though I don't think so good wind protection... I'd like the bike so much.
Anybody knows the music comment?
@11bikerboy11
so true. they just need a normal noise isolating microphone.
Really comfortable !
As you go up in speed, it seems to become more inaccurate. Also, on many bikes (like my old GSXR750), you can disconnect the speedometer which disables any limiters.
Also, this bike is essentially a 1098 without the fairings. Granted, there are going to be aerodynamics changes as well as gear ratio changes which will definitely impact your top speed. If you change out the sprockets, I have no doubt that you can do well over 150mph.
I love this bike a lot, but the pricetag is what throws me. On that note, I'd like to know how it compares to other bikes in the same category of 1L nakeds. FZ1-N and Z1000 especially, as they are (obviously) much more affordable for someone with a tight budget like me.
ok but realistically whens the last time you did 150mph or was in a situation that requires that much speed
And do you have one now?
Anyone know what kind of Dainese jacket tht is? I mean which model?
anybody know any backronyms for Ducati? like:
FIAT
Fix
It
Again
Tony
how much does a bike like this in the u.s. go for?
why cant the host Of MCN be indoors when he talks about the bikes the wind is always irritating
whats the cost of it ??
When I first saw this bike when I was 16 I decided that I'm getting a bike license.
this is my dream bike
The speedo's on the bikes are notoriously inaccurate. I once saw 183 on my speedo at VIR Raceway (before I taped over the speedo), but there was no way...
They don't sound like they're broken, they sound like a DUCATI!!! ;-)
only???
The Brutale is Mv my friend ,as to which naked is best , the new Aprilia Tuono RSV4 will take some beating.
this dude has my dream job :(
every other naked bike looks fucked up in front of this mouth watering and eye drying beauty.
i'm in love
Everyone to there own it look and sounds awsome but for the same money`s id rather have the new R1.....
have you ever ridden 150mph on a sports bike? If yes then just imagine having to hold on to the handlebars 10times as much because there's no protection from the wind.
"...cause i have run out ...." classic lol
Excuse me while i'm drooling....
@TheAsiaPomPom actually I agree with you on that ... I was just saying you can make your point without being mean to people .
Anyways, be safe (especially if you're riding this monster) .
THE BEST
@Jonoku “Anger dwells only in the bosom of fools.”
| Albert Einstein
Yes, the cb1000r is the same category, but I am quite disappointed with it's looks, tbh.
Is this the 1098 or is it the 848 ?
Dédé LABINOUZE 1098
fuck the wind !
You guys should mind the SOUND when doing videos! Recording on windy weather and no protection on the mic is just LAME.
who said anythign about riding indoors? he said he should talk indoors. because the wind is horrible in this video and makes the video seem cheap. you sir need to read.
the only thing i really hate about this bike is that i cant afford it
I think some people should really stick to their reliable japanese things...
Me, I'd kill for this machine... Let them insult me or say whatever the fuck they want.
Senior road tester... forget about the front wheel?
250 mph or 150 mph
@Jonoku Talking about correlation - who said it is NOT a normal human emotion ??? Let me retype it for you :
“Anger dwells only in the bosom of fools.” | Albert Einstein ///// It just says it is found usually in a fools mind .... and fools/tools are a great part of our society which inevitably makes them and their state of mind NORMAL ("Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Same guy) .
lol... yeah, they should let us help this poor guy out...
It's a naked so the lack of fairing limits the top speed its got nothing to do with the engine most big naked bikes have electronic limiters
Gave it Two stars. Because i am jealous. OK!
that is if you have a tank bag
You are driving ona a wrong side of the roooooaaaaddd!!!!!!!
Whatch it, be careful!!
thumbs up if you have watched the video.
unfortunately, most, if not all, brand new Ducati bikes come with that horrible feature :'(
Very very beautiful bike but at 11000pounds you`ll need it to run away from the bank after you robbed it.
@DAbomb7703 Just be careful, alright?
The wind seems to follow mcn everywhere. for god sake invest in some quality sound recording equipment! gave it 4 stars because of that fucking wind!
@494Ibrahim perhaps past 80mph!!!
but i can't afford one lol but yes you do have to love thim
"Comfortable"...? Really?
It is nice though!
to each their own ;-)
jusr aerodynamics gives it
annoying highway at background
shia lebouf or gal gadot..who's better?
I am hahaha
@11bikerboy11 Totally unprofessional!
God his job must suuuuuuck!!!
I dislike tho. Not a fan of that grumbling sound.
@IFyOuClicKThisuRgAy1 *Think GO AMERICA but anyway you ride is fine be that on the left or the right, as long as your doing it fast!
you'd be surprised what you can afford if used ;)
lol good one
i cant afford it T_T_T_T_T_T
@gijsoerlemans1992
Oh man, you gott a be kidding me. First this was a JOKE!!!, second-what does this have to do with Top Gear which is by the way my favourite show, and third- 80% of the world drives on the right side of the street and you English have to be something special..
paaia
sound is awfull, i mean really
you talks too much...show the bike..