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wlRider

Discussion Starter · Aug 9, 2012

Went out and test rode a multistrada and now have to figure out where to put a 3rd bike in the garage. I was suprised how effortless it was to handle. Was a little concerned about the seat height, but even on my toes it wasn't a problem due to how light it was. The reviews are generally correct in terms of handling, performance and comfort.

Now, the big decision, what color.

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Sock Monkey

· #2 · Aug 9, 2012

Yup....like handing out free crack samples. They know one hit and you're hooked.

Congrats on the upcoming addition to the stable.

-SM

oalvarez

· #3 · Aug 9, 2012 (Edited)

Yes, congrats on your choice...what made you choose the MTS12 and not some other bike?

jrt

· #4 · Aug 9, 2012

Red.

John

· #5 · Aug 9, 2012

Black if you keep it immaculate, otherwise red.

Turkishexpress

· #6 · Aug 9, 2012

If they had it in Ti when I was getting mine it would have been it. The white though is the pimp.

lionsgate

· #7 · Aug 9, 2012

MTS Buy

Nothing sweeter then the Pikes Peak for looks IMHO.

wlRider

Discussion Starter · #8 · Aug 9, 2012

Leaning towards Ti. @Oal, in sport mode, it's close to my streetfighter in power, but with the comfort and storage of a tourer. Plus, there are lots of fire roads I would like to drive on.

bahnzii

· #9 · Aug 9, 2012

Yep, I had the same problem when I test rode one last year.
I grabbed white and have been smiling ever since. White is easy to care for, if detailing is not your thing.

eye.surgeon

· #10 · Aug 9, 2012

Yeah a test ride did me in too. I was happy on my v-strom until the test ride ruined it.

bpotts

· #11 · Aug 9, 2012

I have the lower seat on mine as I am only 5 foot 5. the only thing I would say is by the comfort seat as well as if you go on long rides you need the extra comfort.

I have had a 1098 and then an 1198. My MTS1200 is the easiest bike I have ever ridden. I often go for rides that are 500km in a day and I come home relaxed and easy.

SweFin796

· #12 · Aug 9, 2012

Ti one is a real head turner (yeah mostly the female heads

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SayItAintSo

· #13 · Aug 9, 2012

+1, a test ride did me in too.

There should be some type of warning given before allowing test rides.

WARNING: Test rides ARE dangerous to your bank account.

michaeldorian

· #14 · Aug 9, 2012

Exact same thing happened to me. Stopped by my local dealer with my 1098SF to hang out and left with a MS PP.

Trail bandit

· #15 · Aug 9, 2012

SayItAintSo said:
+1, a test ride did me in too.

There should be some type of warning given before allowing test rides.

WARNING: Test rides ARE dangerous to your bank account.

Same..... Sort of.

Rode it and told the guys it was the best bike by far I'd ever ridden. Living in two countries I have 2 of everything and it gets really expensive. Tried to be conservative and settle for tiger800.

A few weeks later I converted. Love the light feel, the power and overall engineering (provided I don't think about the back brake and the screen is whole different story)

Skidfin

· #16 · Aug 9, 2012

I went to dealer to buy an oil filter for my ST2, saw the new Multi 1200 for the first time....WTF is that?! Just had to ride it!
Man, that was one expensive filter.....
Jeff

aschemkes

· #17 · Aug 9, 2012

wlRider said:
Went out and test rode a multistrada and now have to figure out where to put a 3rd bike in the garage. I was suprised how effortless it was to handle. Was a little concerned about the seat height, but even on my toes it wasn't a problem due to how light it was. The reviews are generally correct in terms of handling, performance and comfort.

Now, the big decision, what color.

Titanium!

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aschemkes

· #18 · Aug 9, 2012

Skidfin said:
I went to dealer to buy an oil filter for my ST2, saw the new Multi 1200 for the first time....WTF is that?! Just had to ride it!
Man, that was one expensive filter.....
Jeff

LMFAO

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aschemkes

· #19 · Aug 9, 2012

I rode one on a demo day. Loved it, got one for 2 days when I brought my SF848 for service, now it's not a question if I buy a MTS1200 but when will I buy a MTS1200. Tested all the modes, amazing...

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Rat Patrol

· #20 · Aug 10, 2012

I came across some you tube videos, then did some reading, then I saw this and game over.

Multistrada 1200 S Pikes Peak - Ducati

There is no bad color on a Multi. I am not ready yet to give up my 1198 so I have these two to keep care of and enjoy both of them exponentially. The Multi is versatile and will fit in with any riding group of your friends, even Hardleys. With all the roads we are blessed with in Oregon you will love this bike!

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