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RickD996 said:
Ideally, if you're going to run a Ducati V4, I'd recommend a second bike. It's very likely you'll have some issues with it, usually minor (sensors, leaking clutch etc). But, they're enough to require dropping off to the dealer. So, something fun, naked and Japanese is a good idea.

Just my experience. My V4R has had three gear position sensors, and two clutch slave cylinders, in just under 1000miles.

Alternatively, buy a few spares with the bike, so you don't have to schlep back to the dealer.
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I commuted on my V4 in Washington every single day for 2 years and never had a "tow to the dealer" or "it is stuck at the dealer" type situation. I had a radiator fan seize up early in ownership, quickly replaced on warranty and didn't stop me from riding. Quickshifter failed after about 11k miles, causing the bike to sputter and act ....... ........, but I just disabled DQS until my Cordona unit arrived.

The worst failure I've suffered was at the track recently when the thermostat manifold (cheap plastic) cracked and caused a hose to pop off. Coolant everywhere, but my racing belly pan caught most of it. It was the first few laps of the day so I had all the electronics turned up (I keep them on high while warming up) so it didn't cause anything scary to happen. The local dealership who was helping sponsor the event and runs a racing team said they had 4 V4s over the past few weeks come in for that issue. Mine is a 2018, literally the first one on the streets of the west coast, so I believe the thin brittle plastic has degraded over time and the oldest V4s are starting to develop that problem. Definitely worth replacing before that happens with an aluminum version. It's a pain in the ... to break down the bike to that point, but also a very valuable learning experience and not overly complex for relatively inexperienced mechanics.
 
They have come a long way and are way more reliable than they have ever been .They are the best looking motorcycles money can buy .If there is one that i love more than a ducati then its definitely the mv agusta especially the F3 and they both are italian too .Italians make one of the best looking bikes out there and compared to late 2000s ,Ducati have come a long way .You wouldn't regret it .If you are looking for something as rugged as a suzuki or honda then i don't think Ducati is for you ;)
 
Nightcrawler- said:
They have come a long way and are way more reliable than they have ever been .They are the best looking motorcycles money can buy .If there is one that i love more than a ducati then its definitely the mv agusta especially the F3 and they both are italian too .Italians make one of the best looking bikes out there and compared to late 2000s ,Ducati have come a long way .You wouldn't regret it .If you are looking for something as rugged as a suzuki or honda then i don't think Ducati is for you ;)
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Why? Ducati uses the best materials and craftsmanship, but why can't they make it as sturdy as Suzuki and Honda
 
mamo said:
Why? Ducati uses the best materials and craftsmanship, but why can't they make it as sturdy as Suzuki and Honda
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They have to skimp on things like material and engineering to pay all the designers that are working on the paint schemes and prettier shapes for the tail light
 
I think when the Germans via VW took over Ducati, they have done a better job in making sure the designs are more robust. My Porsches and Audis have always been reliable, but at times it can be frustrating when need to change a simple gasket....you have to spend time and money removing all kinds of bits to get at the 5 dollar gasket. The air and oil separator being one and changing the coolant tank in a 997.1, where you have to lower the whole engine cradle to remove abs replace said tank.....
 
DCPanni said:
I think when the Germans via VW took over Ducati, they have done a better job in making sure the designs are more robust. My Porsches and Audis have always been reliable, but at times it can be frustrating when need to change a simple gasket....you have to spend time and money removing all kinds of bits to get at the 5 dollar gasket. The air and oil separator being one and changing the coolant tank in a 997.1, where you have to lower the whole engine cradle to remove abs replace said tank.....
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Yes, unfortunately they disassembled multiple parts to change bugatti oil.
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Yup those German cars, been fixing them for 25 plus years, been with vw for the last 10, and have a great life cause of them, I’m always busy!!
 
Ever do a timing chain and guides on an Audi 4.2 V8? Or an IMS on a 997.1?
 
I have yet to have any serious issues with any that I have owned outside of my old 800ss that just loved to puke gas and loose mirrors -.-
Keep up with the maintenance and you'll be just fine! They cost a bit more to own vs other bikes just because of the valve system but good lord do they sound good <3
Just say I have gotten the extended warranty 3 times now and have yet to use it. Waste of money haha
 
RickD996 said:
Ideally, if you're going to run a Ducati V4, I'd recommend a second bike. It's very likely you'll have some issues with it, usually minor (sensors, leaking clutch etc). But, they're enough to require dropping off to the dealer. So, something fun, naked and Japanese is a good idea.

Just my experience. My V4R has had three gear position sensors, and two clutch slave cylinders, in just under 1000miles.

Alternatively, buy a few spares with the bike, so you don't have to schlep back to the dealer.
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The clutch slave Ducati uses is cheap. Upgrade to a CNC or Oberman and be done with it. If there is a common problem with the Panigale series, this is actually the one.

I was bleeding an air bubble in the master once a month, wasn’t a big just an annoyance. Was forced to remove the clutch slave doing a chain change and when I looked there was a little wetness inside the slave. So I decided to go ahead and change it. Just so happens the CNC’s were on sale for $95. So I went with a 28mm CNC. Stock is 26mm and CNC offers 26, 28, and 30mm. Oberlen is a 29mm.

OMG my clutch works so much better now. My lever used to be kinda far out cause eventually it would get soft so I needed the travel. With the CNC I’ve adjusted the lever in and it’s even a slightly lighter clutch pull.

Do this mod, you won’t be disappointed.
 
Roc said:
thst won’t happen in the use till 40 yes from now, trust me, I’m in the car industry and the government has already told us the power grid can’t hold it. Someday maybe so let’s enjoy the gas engine!!
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Cali already banned ICE engine sales for new vehicles in 2035 lol
 
MaverickiB said:
... the thermostat manifold (cheap plastic) cracked and caused a hose to pop off. Coolant everywhere, ... The local dealership who was helping sponsor the event and runs a racing team said they had 4 V4s over the past few weeks come in for that issue. Mine is a 2018, ... the thin brittle plastic has degraded over time and the oldest V4s are starting to develop that problem. Definitely worth replacing before that happens with an aluminum version.
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What is the OEM partno. that failed and which replacement brand/partno.? Tx
 

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