Should you buy the Ducati Multistrada V4S or Pikes Peak

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[RemboUSMC]

Which one is for you? Please comment below!

[TheKerimtopcuoglu]

Nice Video, thanks for sharing. As a previous V4S owner who currently owns the PP (for over a month), I do not totally agree with you regarding comfort of the seating position and foot-pegs . Honestly I could not feel that much of a difference... I did go on a long tour already and enjoyed it as much as I did on my V4S. Actually I enjoyed it even more because of the great handling and nimbleness of the bike. And no soreness either... But I need to add the fact that about a week after I purchased the bike I got the standard screen (tinted version) of the V4S as well as its seat which is way more comfy. PP's original seat is way too hard, and the windscreen is just useless at Highway speeds. As long as the OHLINS goes, my experience have been awesome... Nothing uncomfortable about them either. (some reviews mention that SKYHOOK on V4S is more comfy absorbing rough roads but with the OHLINS at their softest mode it performed very similar as far as comfort goes ) To sum it up, I did have some concerns regarding comfort before I made the trade, especially for everyday commuting to work and long tours, but after riding my PP for over a month I am very glad I did make the trade... I am loving the experience...

[yojimbo]

Respectfully disagree. Did 600km today on the PP. Handles beautifully. Comfortable. It’s a sport tourer. Can handles miles. A Multistrada V4S, BMW GS, and many other bikes are more comfortable, many more are more powerful, and even more handle better. No other bikes does as many things as well as the PP.

[OlivierWengerf]

I absolutely love my Pikes Peak and having to wait almost a year for it was absolutely worth it. First service was after a couple days and I now have 1600km / 1000miles on it in just over a week. My other bikes are a Ducati Pani V2 and a BMW S1000R. Even though I am tall (6'4" / 193cm) the PP is a very comfortable ride.

The real selling point of the PP over the regular MS was how great it curves and the stiffer suspension. This is a big bike and I have had no trouble keeping up with super nakes chasing through the twisty roads of Schwarzwald. This bike leans just as good as any sport bike or super naked and she switches from hard left to hard right in no time.

For me the question between a MV V4S and the MS PP is: will you be riding fast through tight twisty roads, ready to scrape your knee? if not, then you might want to save the extra $$$

BTW: The heated grips are totally worth it. I got the PP with the touring pack (heated grips, center stand and side cases) and I removed the center stand at the first service, as I am worried it would scrape on the left side in fast and tight corners.

[mweingar]

Great summary Rembo. I have the PP and completely agree on long trip comfort. I’ve taken mine on 450+ mile one day trips a few times between WA and Oregon and the seat is too hostile for long rides. Needs a softer seat for sure. I have done the same with my 2022 BMW R1250 GSA and that is entirely different. The GSA is a longe chair on two wheels. the PP is pure joy at higher speeds, unlike the GSA but they are very different bikes. I think that a softer seat and higher windscreen would solve for the majority of the issues I have with the PP. That said, it’s not a choice for doing BDR rides, which is why I have the GSA. Love the channel and thanks for all the insights.

[bertgerits]

I only do spotive roads every time a +- 500 km trip with the PP and still in love with it 😋😋

[gregory]

V4s is a fantastic tool, PP is a fantastic toy....
the PP is more like a big and versatile hypermotard rather than what you could expect from a modern trail bike.

[keithkeller]

Good assessment, Rembo. I have the Multi V4S and it suits my needs for a sporty, do it all, fast and comfortable long distance touring mount. Tomorrow when I go out for a WI autumn ride and the temps are below 50F, those heated grips, heated seat and protective windscreen are going to be just what I need. Glad you are happy with your Multi PP for the types of riding you do. Keith

[enricopezzoli]

Rembo, great reviews! It's me you were talking to this morning. I decided for the PP. will be in touch

[skinnykid]

I am slowely planning my next bike. I have a MS V2S that I love but it's a 2011.... I grew up on GSXR's and still love that sport bike performance but can't handle the riding position any more. I really need to sit on and touch a Pikes peak to make a decision. The only thing stopping me from Buying a bike now is of course cost.. We did a ride from southern NH to Smugglers Notch (VT) and back recently. a total of about 11 hours on the bike. I was pretty sore when getting home. Now you got me wondering if the panniers and top case from my V2S will fit onto a new Pikes that would be a cool cost to avoid.. Great videos! You're the MAN!

[chrisvantassel]

On my PP I added the taller heated seat and some Ducati bar risers, that changed the comfort level completely. I would now take it on any trip that I would on a would take a GS. This allows me to keep the sporty nature with the overall comfort which I feel is a better package than a GT or Rally. If I need to do serious distance I take my Street Glide without question. My PP so far has been Uber comfortable for 6-8 hour excursions

[twisted_void]

This is an ultimate sport touring bike. Of course you can take it on really long trips in comfort, occasionally drag your knee.

[filippoavellino]

Congrats on your new PP! This one hopefully will not suffer the teething problems you reported on your V4s. Basically, it's a tall rider's SBK dream. Problem is the cost... I wish Ducati made a "standard" 17" version, like the V4 19". Speaking of which, nobody seems to have published any reviews on the standard V4 - would be cool, analog VS digital Multistrada... You might be the best qualified person for that :)

[PaulNudd]

Thanks for that. You told me exactly what I need to know. I don't do long trips but I do occasionally ride dirt roads. Not single track (I have a enduro bike for that) but formed dirt roads. I can get spoked wheels on the V4S, like the 19"front and the extra 10mm rear travel. Pleased that the engine is the same. Coming from a Triumph Tiger 800 - V4S for me.

[stevesanelli]

Great explanation of the differences. Poser vs Globetrotter 😉😎

[CurvedSlightly]

Track, smooth flowy roads - PP

Touring, rough technical roads, bit of track, off road - V4

[davehemmerly]

For me it will be the 2023 V4 Rally hands down. Every check mark I had against the bike is now gone. I think they just made the perfect bike for me.

[Ronburgundy]

I disagree about the touring side of the V4PP. I’ve done a 2500 mile trip on mine, and it was absolutely perfect. I have the heated comfort seat, and had no issues whatsoever. You need to get some miles on yours and dial in to it.

[stevebaldya]

The funny thing is my 1260 GT has a 17" front wheel and single sided so now you have to buy a V4 PP to get the same setup !

[raypetrocelli]

Nice video & thanks for the defined differences & gonna stay with my V4S, everyone ride safe.