Thanks Takis, appreciate you taking the time to say so! Cheers, Michael

Did you buy one in the end, Matt? I'm looking for feedback on heating in city stop-and-go conditions, did it ever get too hot for comfort for you?

@@ThePowerMoves it does get hot on lights, my test bike was getting up to 210 fahrenheits on dash, it was about 77 outside. You do feel the heat coming out from the engine.

Stop lying. New monster is a joke.

Cheers Paul, because it’s got the power but it’s so lightweight the Monster is ideal for sprinting around the city and diving in and out of traffic as well as getting a march on in the twisty bits. I’d be interested in hearing how you get on.

Can I ask are you happy with it after 1 year, if so what is the fueling like on it? Is it smooth around town on a steady throttle?Thanks in advance.

sorry to be nosey , had mine for two years , love it , wear mine on the outside , you can wear it in or out its up to you . just remember this when it comes to sizing . it is quite heavy but dont really notice this when i have it on.i wear mine out side so i can see the lights as the confirmation vibrations it gives can be the same for green and amber .. it unarm's when you get off , or when the engine stops. if i was purchasing one now i would get the smart jacket LS one , not the vest . it is pricey at 769 but all in one. my only advice would be go some where you can try it on , take the jacket your be wearing it with , and try under and over but remember to up size if your wearing it over , for me this was also the more comfy way to wear it. hope this helps . sean

Agreed . Been thinking same

It’s an accessory option

very true

I thought the exact same thing

@@senor-fa-von-dia because it's not a competitor...bmw is slower & heavier.

I am guessing they are comparing it to the best in class, the BMW is far from it.

I own one (and have owned a previous Monster) and I can tell you this bike is gorgeous in person.

I saw it in person and it was so bland I almost walked into it.

@Ben Daulton yeah only 10k plus for the MV 😂

These bikes have much better hardware. Monster used to have killer looks, now it doesn't even have that, so makes no sense to buy

Z900👍👍

@@weed46 you don’t know what you’re talking about

@@c.g.c2067 It's pretty clear if you understand English. The new Monster looks like an MT07, and doesn't have better hardware than it's competitors despite the increased price. There aren't many selling points on this bike over a KTM 890 or a MT09SP that have more power, and better suspension, same 6 axis IMU for less money

in short boring.Dare I saw Kawasaki Z900RS is stunning comparison to this bike and cost less

@@rubensahak9178 I’m a big fan of the Kawasaki. Considered getting one, but it was a lot taller and heavier than I wanted, so bought a Fantic 450. Kind of similar retro vibe and good looking IMO. I reckon most of these big bikes are doomed. Most of my mates have either quit, or are buying far smaller, lighter, less powerful and cheaper bikes. Hardly any younger riders coming up. The demographic is changing. Ducati were right to make their little scrambler.

Closer to a Gladius 😬

@@sravans4839 both are correct :) it was first the sv650, then the sfv650 gladius, and now the sv650, with the first and last models having a faired and naked varient under the same name.

@@sravans4839 Yeah, I forgot about that oddity...

I was about to type the same thing - I had the post Gladius SV650, which was a great bike. Looks quite similar to this new Monster on the lower half. The SV has what appears to be a more upright seating position with lower pegs. Wish I kept the SV as a second bike instead of trading it.

@@brianglendenning1632 You can get another SV then! :)

Yep, but it will cost you thousands more than a SV.

There is already, it's called the streetfighter. And this is not a Monster, this is a streetfighter 950

The S, I’d guess will only be an adjustable suspension for $2k more.

@@adamniswonger8015 wait, isn't it overpriced already?

@@weed46 I did not know the v2 sfighter came out, that woulda be the sweet sport for me!

@@TerribleTimes The new Monster is the V2 streetfighter. Ducati Monster is dead.

They do look very nice “in the flesh”. Went in to look at the Street Fighter and could not take my eyes off the RVE

I've seen plenty of meh reviews.

That’s funny I said the same thing in another video about the new monster.

Yamaha looks way better

@@ddmytrenko hell no lmao

Don't think so, consider that you get a top end stiff light frame derived from the Panigale, braking system of the Panigale V2, 165 kg dry weight, powerfull V twin engine with plenty of torque and fully complete customizable electronics with ABS cornering...all at a very very competitive price tag.

@@c.g.c2067 Suspension setup is arguably the #1 thing you can do to your bike to improve both comfort and performance. And you can't do it on this bike. It's a hard no from me.

It’s a matter of priorities you miss adjustable suspensions but you get cornering Abs which is a top safety feature for many new and experienced riders.

@@c.g.c2067 Even the new 2022 RC390 has adjustable suspension, in addition to a full IMU. And it's $5500.

@@onlyfoolriding8223 But it's a 390cc with 40bhp.... and it's manufactured in India

It seems like the design of the bike itself was rushed. All the exposed wires and open spaces isn't what you expect or want from a premium bike company with a premium price.

Honestly I hate the looks of dukes just a fugly muscle bike

The fuel tank is tiny, there’s enough space to hold an alleged 14-litres but its dimensions fit with the rest of the bike, keeping the bike light enough for some sporty handling while still returning almost 50mpg. That would result in a theoretical tank range to empty of 150-miles. Not massive but the compromise of keeping the weight down is worth it.

shame they didn't put same effort in the rest of the bike lol.

What I can suggest is to try it first and you will be really surprised how well ducati design this suspension;)

Do a test ride. I didn't think it needed any adjustable suspension (unless you're a track rat). They spent the money on the electronics package, because it's impressive how it can go from docile commuter to Monster with a few pushes of a button.

Duke 890R all day

Definitely the 890 R. I have one and it’s a brilliant bike. The Monster just look awful now. Almost like an SV650. What were they thinking?!1

@Ben Daulton not sure that makes sense

As an owner of one and an owner of an older model Monster (S4R) - open clutch and everything - I can tell you the new Monster is different but it is EPIC to ride. It's so light and with the Termi race exhaust, it growls (and I just removed the DB killers yesterday and it sounds FIERCE). Super nimble in corners. I love the bike so far. I don't miss the trellis frame (I have one on my Diavel 1260s.). Give this bike a chance, you'll love it.

@@DucatiDiaries 100% correct btw... love your review on the Ducati DB killer exhaust... everyone go check it out!!

What tricks that then cause power to weight ratio is what this bike is about, aesthetics aint everything ya know.

@@robertrossi9374 Thanks brother.

@@DucatiDiaries I hear yah... Japanese bikes ride Mega too... still not gonna ride them...

I definitely agree on the colour. You never know, there might be an S or even an R to follow?! Would be interesting to hear the full Termignoni system on it to see if that livened it up a little.

I think they do a matt black version as well as a grey one.

Tuono

It looks like a Keeway RKF 125 - a fine look for a £3K chinese learner bike. Not so much for an italian Monster.

It's a Ducati? That's how it works.