Did you get the bike yet and had 2 GSA and thinking about this bike ?

@@michaelfarrell8182 Still waiting, ordered on 30 March. Sportier than my GSA but comfy and feels quality…

What does he mean when he says we need a big bank account? I mean I can barely just affort this bike, and I can save up for the desmo service once every 30,000 kilometers. And I'm not going to be revving the bike up to 10000rpm. So why do I need a big bank account if I have (lets say already been able to afford and buy this). Riding calmly, this burns about 5.5 liters per 100 kilometers as far as I know. And thats the same I used to burn on my 1200GS. So any other hidden expenses?

Agree, I've had a back to back test ride on both, and prefer the agile ride of the 950s over the V4

but does not vibrate in my experience so far on the V2S

Thanks for "Sixth gear is useless under 65". Sounds perfect then for cruising at California 80+ hwy speeds. What did you end up purchasing? Just curious, as I thought I'd be buying the Tracer, but it was just too damned ugly. Taking a look at this V2 next weekend.

Yes! Thank you! We are all fine and the tornado missed our house by a few miles. take care, Scott

Thank you, well, yea, this can be compared to the T9GT and also the 900XR and a few other sport-touring bikes, but I'd still take the other two bikes over this 😎

@@NothingToProve I had a 2020 Tracer 900 GT and traded it for a 2018 Multistrada Pikes Peak. While not the same Multi as this one it will be somewhat similar. I found the Tracer to be a nice and competent bike and the engine had tons of low end grunt. What it didn’t have though, was soul. It’s hard to describe but it was almost too good and I think they engineered the fun right out of it. I don’t regret my decision for a minute. There is just something about the Ducati’s that bring a smile to your face and for that matter almost any Italian vehicle. The Japanese will never be able to engineer that. Of course this is just my opinion and your mileage may vary.

He definitely does THE BEST reviews on bike , hands down !!!!

So when a bike does not have a QS, then what do I call it? 😁🤣

@@NothingToProve not sure. The point is that in your reviews you focus mostly or entirely on the QS in the powertrain chapter. Perhaps add more detail to the powertrain chapter and keep that name or potentially even add a separate QS chapter (I think the QS experience is really useful).

Same video for me, but ended up buying an used Tiger 900 GT.

The Chinese parallel twin is a major turn off for me on that bike. I'd rather get a used S1000XR or even 1250GS.

Test rode the 900XR and despite being a BMW fan I thought the Ducati was a far better ride and package.

@@IanTed Agreed. But I feel that the 900XR strikes a perfect balance in terms of pricing (USD 12500 vs USD 17900, a huge difference). It gives almost everything that the Multi V2 has (Hydraulic Steering dampers, Engine Braking Control, Wheelie control in addition) for a not-so-bad performance. Also, I was just delighted with its behavior in the corners. Overall, an easier bike to live with on a daily basis. The baby Multis have been my all-time favorites but those now have a serious contender.

@@ferociousfrankie Appreciate your observations. Anything more than 2 cylinders is always a delight to ride irrespective of country of origin.

I’m considering the DesertX / V2 to replacing my 1200GS for onroad 2ups touring. Which one is better to your experience with the 2 bikes?

@@alexmr.5529 for a trip with 2ups, the V2 is the best without a doubt, but I wouldn't use the v2 for trips with two... 😕The V2 is a bike that wants high revs and the wind protection is not the best...And the worst part is that the vibrations are exhausting after a while

Thank you, glad you are enjoying the reviews. All I know are the rumors that are going around and the projected time is next year for the Transalp, so if I were you, just wait a little longer, next year at this time there should be plenty in the dealerships, I hope! take care, Scott

Did you tried them both euro 4 and euro 5? How do you know about this difference?

I had the same problem with low rev engine noise and performance - not very good down there

Yea, I like the V2 better than the V4, I think it's cause the V4 felt so much like the 1290 KTM, it really turned me off. I don't think I will get my hands on the desertx this year, things are looking pretty bleak as far as logistics go...sigh 😢🙄

It’s nice anyway that you could do a couple of Ducati’s now!

The middleweight Honda Africa Twin. But information is hard to come by, Honda is "tight lipped" about it as to the specifications and when they'll actually launch it.

@@NothingToProve Yes, the baby Africa Twin is one of my favourite wishes, yet to be born. But how can you review it, if it, still, does not exist?

Vibration, aggressive go go go attitude, quirks.

Honda AT AS has the Showa electronic suspension…very nice 👌

Thank you! It really comes down to your riding style. Aggressive, fast, let's go all the time attitude, then the V2S works. Relaxed, normal speed, enjoy the ride/views/people, then the 900GT works. At my age, I'll take the GT all day. But if I were 20 years younger, probably the V2S. Take care, Scott

Well, I very rarely accelerate at full throttle. More like 95% of the time some where between 10-60% throttle, in traffic, normal, every day riding, that's how "most" normal people ride a motorcycle at least when I ride with other people. QS are on ADV, Sport-tours, Touring, Standards, nakeds...etc. so the question becomes why? Why do we have this MotoGP tech that was developed in the 1990's on bikes on the show room floor in dealerships today? To be used only when doing illegal speeds, or track days or running from the cops? Because if you are accelerating at full throttle for just 2 gears, you are illegal. The answer is: if we pay for something, we're going to use it and use it all the time. And therefore, I'll keep testing them at around 30% throttle, where most of us will use them. Because that's what I do 👍😁 take care, Scott

@@NothingToProve You are right Scott, keep doing what you do. I like your videos, and I can decide myself what to ignore.

Also, that's not the case on my 1250RS Beemer, and presumably all the other Boxers. Using the QS going up on a pinned throttle is definitely not as smooth as doing so on (at a guess) 40 - 80% throttle.

Thank you. No this cannot compete with the 1200GS in comfort or leg room. Being 6'3" on this bike is a problem, you will probably want the high seat option and you still won't have the same leg room you had on the GS but it might be enough for you. Remember the main purpose of the GS is to get you from point A to B in comfort and this is simply not. This is performance based, so the rider is not the focus and that is where the GS will beat this every time. Good luck and take one for a test ride if you can, then you'll really notice the difference between the two. Scott

@NothingToProve Thank you very much for your reply, I appreciate it a lot. It looks like this time again all roads lead to GS. Is there a bike that is equally good or maybe even better than a GS? I need an comfortable all rounder and off road is not my thing. Maybe KTM Super Adventure S, new Tiger 1200, something else? Thank you 😊

Na the s1000 is better

Yes, I plan to but the problem is getting my hands on one, the same problem with the NT1100. I doubt that I'll be able to do either one of them this year 😢

Thank you very much for your concern. We are all fine, the tornado missed our house by a few miles. take care, Scott

Well, I'm careful when asked this question. Simply it really depends on what a person is looking for in a bike, it's like picking a girl friend/wife, everybody's different. With that said, usually money is at the top of the list, if you want the most expensive, then this bike or the 850GS, budget then the Versys 650 is about the best bike money can buy or "bang for buck". The two new offerings from Honda and Suzuki this year I'd do a pass on, the V-Strom 800 is not a V, it's a parallel twin and it's way too much money for a Suzuki (no wind protection and ugly) and the Honda Transalp just missed the mark on where they wanted it, it's kind of in the middle of the range but with none adjustable front forks & snatchy throttle response...come on Honda give me a break, that is a deal breaker for me in 2023. I would buy the Tiger 900 GT Pro, it ticks all the boxes and even looks good doing it, although it is in the price range of the BMW but that is the bike that stands out from the crowd and I'd buy it. take care, Scott

What? KTM's depreciate far more than Ducati's in general.

Ducati depreciate??? LOL

Yea, ADV vs. Sport-touring but (and this is a big but) the V2 is really a sport-touring bike in ADV clothing, imho. So yes, I would compare the two as almost equal. I think I would take the V100 just for looks and shaft drive and electric wind screen, albeit I'd put a different screen on both bikes, the stock screen is not enough on either bike for me. But if you are looking for performance then get the Ducati, the V100 is good & fast but if pushed the Ducati really shines, whereas the V100 pushes back and says: "really, you want to go that fast?" and the Ducati says: "oh yea, let's go baby". take care, Scott

@@NothingToProve Thanks for the useful insight.. Oh, by the way, the Ducati seems the more reliable package to me , very strange to say about a Ducati, though... The Guzzi may have some childhood defects, that's a concern for me...

I took a test ride this week, the Aviazione Navale version.... It's even better than I expected​... The sound and the brakes are excellent...It would be a shame to ride the Guzzi for short distances, though.. The Multi V2 is better suited for back road blasts even though it looks bigger... Go figure 😝

Sorry, I've not ridden the 950, anyone here has ridden both?

@@NothingToProve Exactly the same. It's a twin and going to produce that character, which I happen to love.

@@bwenter sorry Bryan but I have to disagree; I have a V2S and it does not vibrate through the seat at all

Wasn’t my experience, smooth for a twin and I love twins,,,

The 5.9 comes from Ducati, not me.

50mpg+ is normal in the UK.

@@IanTedHi, Steve from the UK; I easily get ~58mpg from my V2S Travel; that's riding on mixed roads (fast flowing and smaller)

Have you ridden either? Cause if you had, you'd probably not be asking this question. Just curious. The Ducati is for performance and not touring. And yes that makes a big difference. After a while the go go go on the Ducati is just not welcomed when touring. And this is all GO! take care, Scott

@@NothingToProve ah thanks, I only start very recently and still learning different brand and type of bike

@@jk2l The Multistrada's V2 needs more revs to run smoothly. A 1250 GS feels a lot more relaxed, because it starts to pull just above idle. However, if you want a comfortable and practical sport bike, the Multistrada is a great choice. I bought a 950s because my XSR 900 was just too aggressive and uncomfortable for touring, and I'm having just as much fun on my home stretch but now I can easily go touring as well. It's just going to be very spirited touring. 😀

Don't forget it has a 4 yr warranty which is very reassuring

@@stevencouldwell2508 Yes, so you have no option but to pay Ducati for 4 yrs servicing to keep warranty valid! 😱

@@beebeer are the service costs significantly more than other manufacturers? is this a legacy belief are are they extortionate?

It is when the big guys all reaching 1300cc. The rising in cc has actually more to do with emission regulations.

Yes, "emission regulations", in reality is burning more fuel to pollute less. Makes sense to me 🤦‍♂️🙄

Yes of course.

The Tracer 9 GT also suffers from vibes through the bars and pegs.

The Tiger is on the chart, look again. You won't see a 900XR or T9GT on my adventure chart or anyone's for that matter. There are 11 bikes on this list already, if I add those 2 bikes you propose, then I have to add the rest of the sport-touring middleweight bikes, cause that's what they are, then the list would be endless.

@@alexmorgan3435 I own a t9, vibes are reasonably managed. Far less than on the mts 950. This is why I asked about the new v2s

@@NothingToProve thx for the answer. I thing the v2 is a sport touring bike to be honest. Only different thing, the 18 front. No one will buy a v2s for offroad I reckon.. This is why a named those 2 other bikes. Regardless, like the content, thank you for it👌

At least it does not have a big old '1 on the tank.

At least it does not have a big silly 1 on the tank.