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[Phantom309]

 I've been watching a bunch of vids for a few days and I'm in love with how some of these (or any Ducati) sound with exhaust. I went to the local dealer today and checked out a Diavel and was kinda impressed how the seat fit me like a glove. The rain ruined my chance for a spin, but next chance I get to try out 162 hp I'm doing it. I think I'm starting to get bored with my bike and want something different, but not sure how I would cope without all the goodies and storage I'm used to on mine. Any experience some of you have with Ducati would be greatly appreciated!   

[tweeter13]

I like them as well.  Not so much for riding two up.  Very nice handling,  had a 2006 998 monster. 

Todd

[FLHTCUSE7]

Beautiful bikes. Love to have one as a second motor one day.

[Buy early]

I lust after a Mulitstrada. Afraid to test ride one for fear I won't be able to walk away. Definately the second best sounding motorcycle brand on the planet. Concerned about the dealer network in the US. All models exude sex appeal and run like banshees. Have known more than one person to sell theirs due to excess power and fear of death. Good luck on your search.

[mark]

Diavel is one of the coolest bikes out there.  Would love to have one.  The only down side is the lack of dealerships and I imagine maintenance is costly.

[Rooster]

You should PM Terry (midnight rider) he has owned one or two and can fill you in.

[Midnight Rider]

I owned a 2005 Multistrada for about a year and loved the bike, after making a few mods to it.  The seats back then left something to be desired, but they have since addressed that problem.  No other bike sounds like a Ducati.  The maintenance intervals on the newer engines have been increased...the largest expense is valve adjustment, which used to have to be done at 7500 miles, but is now at 15,000 mile intervals.  Other services are easy enough to do yourself, if so inclined.  The dealer network is limited, depending on where you live.  

The Diavel Grand Tourismo is a bike I would definitely consider....with a rack on the back, you could load it up for true touring.  Same is true for the Multistrada GT.   People either hate the look of the MTS or love it...I happen to like the look. Both of the GT models have enough bells and whistles to satisfy the real needs for touring...heated grips, heated seat, electronically adjustable suspension and engine output.  IMO, you get a lot of bike for the buck.

With the power those bikes put out, you do have to watch yourself though, as they just beg to be run, and you'll be going much faster than you realize before you know it.  Handling is outstanding, as are the brakes.  The seat heights are pretty tall, but the bike doesn't weigh much...less than 500 lbs...so it's not a huge deal.  I'm only 5'8" with a 29" inseam and while I was on my toes when stopping, I got used to it.

[dlaws01]

I think the Diavel with an aftermarket exhaust like Werkes, Remus, Zard or the full Termignoni system sounds wicked.  I absolutely love this bike.  My biggest problem is the maintenance annunciator light has to be reset by a dealership.  There is a company that is close to developing the software that allows you to reset it yourself but I understand it to be expensive.  Ducati has their oil changes due at 7500 miles and personally, I would be doing mine at half that just because of my OCD.  You should get on the Diavel Forum and check it out and read about the good, bad and ugly of the bike.  If I do get another ride it will definitely be the Diavel. 

[Midnight Rider]

I made an error in the above post:  The Multistrada is available in the Grandtourismo configuration and the Diavel Strada is the "touring" version of the Diavel.

[dlaws01]

I made an error in the above post:  The Multistrada is available in the Grandtourismo configuration and the Diavel Strada is the "touring" version of the Diavel.

We all forgive you.   

[05Train]

The Multi is an amazing bike.  If your body works with the seating position, it's immensely rewarding to ride. 


Sent from my iPad, probably while I'm pooping.

[1sharprdkg]

I made an error in the above post:  The Multistrada is available in the Grandtourismo configuration and the Diavel Strada is the "touring" version of the Diavel.

no biggie I didn't know the difference.

[SDCVO]

I got the same itch a few months ago and went and spent a day on a Diavel (around 100+ miles) that they let me try out. Amazing power and braking for sure! Truth is that if I would have had a good salesperson I would have bought it that day. I got back to the dealer about a hour before they close and gave him all the "buying signals" I could but he was worried about getting stuck late at work. They are closed on Sun and Mon which gave me enought time to reconsider so by the time he called me late on Tues to ask me "if we have a deal" I had decided I needed it like a hOle in the head. As far as the bike goes though it is definitely a E ticket ride. For me it was just that I struggle with my work schedule to ride my bike now as much as I would like and I am afraid that having another would just frustrate me more. When I do ride I was also worried that I would miss my stereo system and other comfort deals that my CVO has. To fix my "boredom issue" I stuck in a 120r trying to ge the best of both worlds..
Sorry to ramble but I know exactly what you are thinking so thought I would share..

[DCFIREMANN]

DUCATI? Ahhhhh The Pasta Glide!!!!!!!

Be Safe

THE DAWG

[mr_magoo]

I just got rid of a Multistrada it was a great bike 150hp great handling bike.  the electronic suspension has great adjustability.