Joined May 2012
925 Posts | 441+
WA
Riding it in the snow, eh? Mount Rainier in the background? What were you wearing for this cold?
Considering going from Panigale 899 to Monster 1200R so going to test ride this soon...
I find myself loving track days more and more. So a few questions. Does the Monster R live up to the "R" badge on the track? Is it really the "one bike that can do it all"? Is the "R" worth the premium over the "S"?
My other idea is the Tuono V4 1100 which is just a race bike with less fairings and handlebars. It's no doubt faster on the track (and subjectively prettier than the Monster in my opinion). The Monster seems more comfortable for two up riding (Corbin Seat w/ .... backrest) and the maintenance intervals (12400mi vs 18000mi) are hands down friendlier as well. They are priced around the same.
I find myself loving track days more and more. So a few questions. Does the Monster R live up to the "R" badge on the track? Is it really the "one bike that can do it all"? Is the "R" worth the premium over the "S"?
My other idea is the Tuono V4 1100 which is just a race bike with less fairings and handlebars. It's no doubt faster on the track (and subjectively prettier than the Monster in my opinion). The Monster seems more comfortable for two up riding (Corbin Seat w/ .... backrest) and the maintenance intervals (12400mi vs 18000mi) are hands down friendlier as well. They are priced around the same.
Joined May 2012
925 Posts | 441+
WA
Well, the R is fun on the track, it's no panigale but it's still a riot. Really if you're looking at a naked bike ride them all and make your decision. Personally I love the 1200R and went that route, the tuono is an awesome machine also, you can't go wrong with either
Joined Mar 2014
116 Posts | 62+
Orange County
My next Monster when/if it comes with a quick shifter. I'll take it in black; especially if it comes with a red frame.
I picked up the 1200R in black not to long ago. put on the much needed exhaust and some other things. Just wished they did had the up/down quick shift but I'm sure they will come out with one.
took it to the track and boy what fun it is. For sure its a fun bike to ride around.
took it to the track and boy what fun it is. For sure its a fun bike to ride around.
Joined Apr 2015
145 Posts | 77+
Jacksonville
I just added the Termi slip ons, the Rapid Bike module, MWR air filter and the Rapid Bike quick shifter to my 1200R. It rocks. However, the quick shifter (RapidBike module) needs to be fine tuned on my 1200R. I'm up in Hiawassee, Ga right now and not completely happy with my quick shifter. When I'm in a higher gear, and probably over 5k rpm, the shifter works fine. However, when I'm at lower RPM's in a lower gear, the quick shifter is clunky (i.e.- causes the 1200R to lurch). I absolutely love my 1200R, but you would think for the price we would get an OEM quick shifter like the 1299S. By the way, the Termi cans sound awesome. Awesome, awesome, awesome! Enjoy your bike. Peace.
Joined Jan 2016
233 Posts | 145+
Ontario, CANADA
Reviving an older thread. I ride both a Panigale 959 and a Monster 1200R. Sure the Monster is more of a "One Bike Ride" but I don't prefer one over the other. They're just different. I enjoy taking the Panigale out in the morning and the Monster in the afternoon.
For me, the Monster is more of a sport cruiser although a badass fast one at that.
For me, the Monster is more of a sport cruiser although a badass fast one at that.
I have a 959 panigale and just picked up my monster 1200 R yesterday. Might get to ride it if the rain stops!
I have a factory Quickshifter on my 959 Corse. The only time I really use it is when I'm coming off an on-ramp, rapidly entering a 4 lane highway.
Having said that, having a QS on my 1200 R would be pretty cool. Can you share your experience with your aftermarket kit?
Also, can someone please school me on why an Autoblip/downshifter is beneficial?
Thanks
Joined Jan 2016
233 Posts | 145+
Ontario, CANADA
Sorry for the late reply. The Annitori QS is awesome. Best mod among my mods. I use it all the time. It's up only however. Notwithstanding, I have a Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak which comes with an U/D factory QS. I never use the Down feature as you have to fully close the throttle for it to engage. I just prefer staying on the gas to rev-match and use the clutch. It's just as fast if not faster IMO.
Joined Jan 2016
233 Posts | 145+
Ontario, CANADA
Monster 1200 R does not seem to be available for 2020 as it's no longer on Ducati's website.
Will probably be superseded by the new Streefighter.
I loved the look of the older Streetfigther but the design of this new iteration does not do it for me. Too much beak. It needs a small fairing like the Tuono imo.
Looks like I'll be keeping my R for awhile.
Will probably be superseded by the new Streefighter.
I loved the look of the older Streetfigther but the design of this new iteration does not do it for me. Too much beak. It needs a small fairing like the Tuono imo.
Looks like I'll be keeping my R for awhile.
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