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You remember what a pain in the arse lubricating a chain is

For non rally - You get to know petrol stations well

Had a number of BMW GSAs and a the new triumph tiger, also had the KTM super duke GT. And I have to say the v4s is the best the bike I’ve owned to date and I no want or need to change it. It does everything the other bikes did but better! The handling and power is amazing, what is great is you can also get the lowering kit installed for those shorter people lol So will fit like a glove if needed, the only negative is the 22l fuel tank but mainly as I’m used to a 30l tank. On a range I’m getting between 42-44mpg but you are looking at best around 200 miles on a tank but more around 170 when blasting around the hills in Wales. Expensive not really look at the price of the GS, and with the new GSA expected to be more. Mate of mine has the rally and that bring over benefits! Totally recommend the bike! 👍

Ay up Bruce, I know I'm a couple of years out... I've got the 21 v4 multistrada which I piled on 37000 miles over 13 months. Why should I upgrade to the new model. Always carry two spanners and the axle nut with me for chain adjustment when touring as you always find some garage willing to help

Got the Rally full. 1000 miles in bit of buffeting to sort out 6ft1" First service 621 miles £266 a little warm on the right leg. no other complaints had 2 gsa's and multi enduro 1200. This is way more fun than the gs's but it's all deceptive.

Rally owner serviced at Worcester which have been faultless and very friendly, organising ride outs etc, also own a 2019 xr which caused me to fall out of love with motorcycles due to it being dull (soz bmw 😆) it has put a big red spark directly in my soul and I do not regret a single penny spent , it is absolutely sublime 🥰

Hahaha the one thought I had was where is this guy sleeping?.. then you mentioned pulling up behind a petrol station for a nap on the floor, you're a different breed mate fair play 😂👏

Amazing Video Thank you Sir

For Bmw 1300gs????

What a great host and great video! An I'm not even BMW fan! LOL

What’s the service intervals and approximate costs. Because nearly all reviews never mention this. So if you could that would be helpful. Thanks.

How does it compare with the multistrada

where did you get the clear signal lights, or were they stock in the UK?

You need the forward foot controls and or the longer reach seat if you’re on the taller side:like 6.0’ or taller.

What camera mount are you using on the handle bars

Я тоже так желаю кататься на своём мотоцикле "Indian".

Ive got the next generation of those gloves. And they’re touch sensitive.

I owned one of these. This was my first bike after I passed my test in 2007. One of the best bikes I've owned, and I found it was easy to ride and forgiving. I took it on track days, commuted 400+ every weekend this was my do it all bike.

Can the grand tour handle a pillow in comfort, with luggage?

Just a heads-up, if you damage or lose the yellow x part, LoneRider won’t sell it separately. This happened to me so I’ve now removed the whole thing. What a scam!...😡

Hi, gone from 1250 GSA to a Rally Trav &Rader this Christmas. Just got back from quick 6 day trip to Alps, bike was faultless and never did i think i wish i was on something more sporty. Since new, only issue was a broken top box lock which was sorted by dealer. 1st service was £300! (GSA £100). Lacks the low down grunt of the GSA so you do find dropping a cog but gearbox like butter so no chore. Only issue is with the integrated satnav app which freezes and causes phone to overheat.

Multistrada Rally: Size and quality of phone holder Reliability and user interface with Ducati app turbulence and wind noise on boring motorways Tank range and fuel economy Typical annual Servicing costs V4 Vs boxer twin What factory spec / options would you opt for. Have been riding a 1250 GSA for the last 3 years and have to say it’s the best bike I have owned but looking at the Ducati Rally over the next iteration of GSA..

Just come back from a tour on mine and it was a great bike to ride in this environment pyrenes, Spain then across to France, Switzerland ,Germany ,Belgium and home to UK 3000 miles no problems 170 miles average tank of fuel. Great Bike. Great to see you back hope your ok and still enjoying your bike

I have owned a Multistrada V4S Full since September 2021 and have covered 10000 miles. Pro’s: A hoot to ride, great engine, handling, comfort, build quality yes I said build quality! (owned by Audi), 4 year warranty, Nil defects so far. Cons: Chain drive so on tour take tools (10mm & 12mm opened spanner, 4mm Allen key, 36mm bi-hex socket plus torque wrench as rear wheel nut is 185 Nm) and chain lube. 263Kgs and 170 hp wears rear tyres (4000miles on a Metz Roadtec 01 SE)now on Mich Road 6 front and rear so see how I get on. Dealer support excellent (Ducat Glasgow and Ducati Dundee). Bike is dealer serviced not cheap (same as BMW) but thorough, dealer alway consult you if additional work is required. Bike is 100% reliable. I luv this bike.

Had a 21 v4s , now have a 24 rally. Found customer service pretty good. 4 year warranty and no major servicing until 60k kms is attractive. Fuel consumption not too bad at 45 to 54 mpg in normal use.. bigger size of the rally suits me. Looked at the gs1300 nice bike , a bit small and ordinary looking i thought. Prefer the v4 to the boxer twin engine. The electronics are good and reliable. Dont like keyless go and the GPS sygic system is a bits pants, i use a beeline. Comfort ok no heat issues. They are very expensive but same money as gs 1300 with all the bits fitted!

Colleague has a late 22 Pikes Peak V4S and has covered just shy of 30k miles on it now and constantly sings it's praises on both track and extended European tours, bar servicing it's been a faultless bike

Hi Bruce, hope you’re well mate, not my experience but was with a friend last year. Had a problem with his Ducati. We took it to Ducati Grenoble and I’ve never seen customer service like it, turned out it was some sort of wheel sensor that monitors ABS traction control your speed etc etc but it killed all of his electrics. We then watched them wheel out some sort of Panigala V4S we thought it was going to a customer then we realised they were taking the sensor off of it to put on his bike They even cleaned the bloody thing once they fixed it‼️

How do you find the hill hold control, compared to BMW’s? Cheers.

I test rode it after waiting so long for it to come out. Stop for a coffee and just looked at it 😂 you got to love your bike... each to there own. Bought a GSA and thank God I did .. each to there own. I've got better bikes than that to go faster. More power wasn't on the list and at the price of sacrificing comfort well not for me. But this is my opinion and yours is different and that's how it is. It's never going to be better for everyone

A wonna own one

I’ve owned a V4S full 2022 from new. My dealer has been brilliant, software has been updated regularly and even had the bike cleaned by Ducati Jersey when I popped in to the dealership. They without my knowledge checked my VIN , got authorisation from Ducati UK as there was a very recent update and did it. It’s now covered 8,300 miles in 30 months and never missed a beat. I’ve toured Europe 3 times and popped in to a dealer every trip. FOC they’ve checked the chain tension and welcomed me with a free coffee and biscuits or a cold drink. I don’t need to change it as the software updates have made it exactly as the 2024 models. Whether it’s the B500 or autoroute the bike is brilliant. The 4 year warranty is superb. 2 up or 1 the bike is the best bike I’ve ever owned and if I ever wanted to change it I wouldn’t hesitate in buying another. I sold my Rocket 111 GT as both myself and my pillion hated it for touring and never a moments regret. It is exactly what the name translates “ Many roads”. Well done Ducati 🍾

Sometimes, everyone needs time out 😢

You should ask @snowcat what his experience with Ducati was like... Wasnt a fan at all of them or the shocking customer service he had to deal with ovwr countless break downs

As a 5’7” rider with a 28” inside leg I’m never going to buy one.

Do Ducati do a lowered version of the Multistrada yet ? Us short arsed folk need this option, that’s why I went for the BMW R1250 GS factory lowered.

Hi Teapot one I’m sorry, but I forgot to mention the biggest thing to look out for is the speed you’re doing without realising it Regards Martin

Is it better than the Varadero?

Hi teapot one I’m a proud own of a 2024, Multistrada V4 Rally is one of the best motorcycles I have ever owned The after-care and customer service I’ve been getting from my local Ducati dealer is 2nd to none! four year manufacturers warranty and servicing intervals every 24 months The good points are the fuel tank, range and the comfortable seating position the performance and handling on the road is great for a bike that looks so tall never mind how good it looks when you open the garage door If you do struggle with your inside leg measurement there are two slots so you can lower the OEM seat and you can even buy a low seat option Don’t get me wrong, it’s not perfect but there is no such thing as a perfect motorcycle The cons in my opinion, and it is nitpicking. I’m not a fan of the keyless ignition as you still need the key to open the fuel cap there is no boot space underneath the pillion seat and the sound you get from the V4 engine Who knows you might even change your allegiance from BMW. 🤣🤣 Regards Martin

Few mates have had them but the maintenance cost helped them to decide to buy a bmw.

I recently bought 2024 V4 Grand Tour. 1. My dealer is Millsport/Ducat Antrim I have dealt with these guys for 10 years and have had excellent customer service. 2. I absolutely love the bike, but i do miss the twins lumpy thump.3. Fuel consumption, I knew going into the deal that it was a thirsty bike so not to bothered that way , Im getting 180 miles before light comes on with 35 miles to go,I have taken it to -5 and have still had roughly 4 litres in the tank.4 Very comfortable biggest day so far has been 370 miles no problems.5. At the minute my biggest dislike is it throws up rain and standing water all around the my back and back of my legs,the bike and myself end up filthy in the smallest shower. I have just ordered hugger extension hopefully this will help. So far thats it. I've 3500 miles up. Simon Weir has planned me a big trip to Spain in September so hoping to know more about it by then. Phil

Hi, I had a multistrada 2015. The service cost with valve check was £1266 back then. What's the sevice cost of the V4. I know the millage has increased between services. But is it still millage or 12month intervals? I loved that bike.

Gs owner here, heard lots about fuel consumption, What are you getting on a long run

Ridden the V4 and its shit compared to the L twin, simple . Otherwise I enjoyed riding the bike . The twin KTM & BMW twins have it all over it in the engine compartment. I love Ducatis, had 8 L twins and the best twin out there. Re servicing, in Australia post November’22, all BMW’s come with a 5 year warranty and fixed service price for 3 or 5years. Leaves Ducati years behind sadly .

Would you ride one around South America?

Newer biker here, always wanted a ducati, ’ve always heard that Ducatis are expensive to maintain etc, how true is that?

Own a V2S at the moment after three GSs, so I’m looking forward to the video as the GT would be my next choice. My experience of Ducati has been very positive, the ‘baby’ Multi is a hoot to ride and the dealer back up has been excellent. Since Audi bought Ducati they seemingly are a lot more reliable and they are increasing their dealer network in the UK due to increased sales despite their cost. I’ve not found their servicing costs any more expensive than BMW.

GS Owner here…would always consider chain maintenance on tour…the axle nut torque is HUGE on Mutistradas, so I think it worth considering the weight in tools required on board just to do chain adjustment. Breaker bar, impact socket, torque wrench, spanners. Axle nut torque is around 180Nm so no way will a bog standard socket & ratchet give the average person enough leverage to loosen it. I had an MT-10 (160Nm) and had to buy the breaker bar just to loosen the axle nut plus a sturdy (therefore heavy) torque wrench rated with enough force to tighten it.

Bruce - Im interested in the V4 Rally and how you get on with the heat being pumped out onto your lower legs when riding. My test ride of the bike late last year was that the heat was an issue. FYI I wear Klim Badlands Pro kit