Back with an itch...

So many ways to punctuate that thread title, but I am back to the forums. My back does not have an itch.

I sold my 1299 after just putting limited miles on it. I moved and ended up replacing it with a Triumph Thruxton R, but I am bored. I have had primarily all sport bikes, and figured I would get something that looks nice, and is a bit more comfortable for longer rides with my wife, and settled on the Thruxton R. Great bike all around, but I may want a bit more power.

A little insight...I was not a huge fan of my 1299 as it stalled and made riding dangerous. It was hot as can be, and overall it really needed to be on the track. I was in Miami, Fl at the time, so nice turns weren't readily available. I have since relocated to Denver, Co.

Any info on those that have owned both the 1299 and new V4 would be greatly appreciated.

Damn dude u really did move. I have a triumph Daytona 675 and I’m kinda bored w it now that I have had my 1299 for a while.
still waiting on that V4 test ride, maybe sometime soon.

My 1299 was pretty bad as you mentioned above until I got the ECU flashed with some custom files, now it runs smooth, cooler and much more stable. No stalling, no Trying to throw me off mid corner because of it’s herkey-jerkeyness and seemingly uncalibrated throttle response

test ride a V4 and let us know what you think, you might wanna come ride my 1299 and see if it’s different than your past experience. I don’t think anything beats a big Twin for ripping around the filthy streets like a hooligan, but u definitely know I’m going to add a V4 to the Lineup when there are deals to be made!

if u want the princess bike that’s hella fast, test ride the new S1000RR. I think all the bugs r worked out by now and it’s quite pretty, but it doesn’t have wings nor the soul & character of a Ducati

We have an awesome Ducati group here in Denver. We have a regular Sunday rides where we hit all of the front range mountains and we do a bunch of track days. Within the club, we have a bunch of superbikes of generations but a fair number of 1299's and V4's. If you come and meet the group, you can talk to a bunch of people who have had both. We have a couple of people who also have Thruxton R's too, along with their Ducatis.

FYI, the club's official Ducati dealer is Fay Myers and they're great. The main Ducati salesperson is Austin and he's also a member of the club.

The v4 is a proper modern sportbike. There are no fuelling issues and runs like a well built factory bike should top to bottom.

There is a reason it is the best selling liter bike.

You will not be disappointed with the ride ability. Maybe some of the bottom end torque compared to a big twin, but the pull up top and the smoothness make up for it.

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Thanks for getting back to me on this guys. I need a little soul, so I would shy away from the BMW. I may call the salesperson that took care of me with the 1299, and see if he has a V4. Believe it or not, my is the one who really loves this bike, so I may just have it delivered to him. He only has a few more good years of riding a Panigale in the tank. Why the heck not? I'm now considering keeping the Triumph as well...

So long as the V4 is sorted out, with no real bugs, I am willing to give Ducati another shot. Interesting the 1299 kinks have appeared to have been worked out too. The idea of a wild 1299 with NO issues is appealing too as the v-twin was addictive, and if I keep the Thruxton R, I would have two fairly different toys. Ahhh, the hunt is half the fun, can you tell?

Indiana Jones said:

Believe it or not, my is the one who really loves this bike

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Your who? Sorry, sometimes the forum glitches

I think you need to schedule a V4 test ride ASAP!
And maybe come down to philly to hang for a great day of riding!

Thats odd. It should have read "Believe it or not, my FATHER is the on who really loves this bike."

Indiana Jones said:

Thats odd. It should have read "Believe it or not, my FATHER is the on who really loves this bike."

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I just got back from a ride with my dad, he’s on his Harley I was on my triumph. I kept trying to show him the multistrada or BMWs adventure bike and he wasn’t having it.. but the StreetFighter he likes