New 1299S Owner

Wanted to introduce myself. Riding for almost 20 years and sport riding for 12 of them. Owned a FZ6, FZ1, Daytona 675, S1000RR and still own a Tuono V4 Factory, S1000R, Tiger Explorer XCa. The S1000R is going up for sale first and then maybe replace the Explorer with a KTM 1190 for proper ADV riding.

Stayed away from Ducatis due to $$ and reliability concerned but finally bit the bullet when mid-life crisis seemed imminent .

So what are the must have mods/fixes that need to be done??? Plan to order T-rex crash protection. Any other fixes wrt throttle, fairing clearance etc that can be DIY immediately.

Its a 2015 stock and mint with only 1477 miles. HaulBikes is getting it delivered in the next 2 weeks from NC to CA.

You can ride it out of the box 100% stock no problems, but if you want to bling it there is no limit. I would just ride it for a while and see what you like and get the suspension setup for your weight and style by an expert. Do the fluids and then burn some rubber

Recalls and Fluids all done. I was only concerned with the Fixes. Given how expensive the stock fairings are, I might run aftermarket fairings on it just in case.

Who says they're unreliable?!


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That's a nice find. I bought my 16 S with 1,200 miles a year ago. I may never buy new again because you can always find a guy who bought new and never found time to ride it.

Personally I never mod my bike. Got much grief over license plate holders from more than one bike lol. However, should you decide to get a tail tidy you will greatly regret motive the lines.

Performance wise the torque of this motor make a a great street bike. It could be better fueling for ride ability down low.

I bought 1299S this year too and kept my Daytona 675, it actually keeps my insurance lower than if I got rid of 675.

Ducati Spacers - must have
https://www.motomillion.com/product...1&_sid=407d11881&_ss=r&variant=12159478628418

BrenTuning reflash
https://brentuningmoto.com/product/2015-ducati-1299sr-tuning-handheld/

Fender eliminator:
https://www.motomillion.com/collect...ale-fender-eliminator-kit?variant=17108405507

Bar end mirror
https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/crg-arrow-bar-end-mirror

Mirror block off plate w LED turn signals built in:
https://www.motomillion.com/product...os=2&_sid=8e4ee0e7c&_ss=r&variant=17157892291

Radiator guards if it’s going on the filthy streets

Clear clutch cover with sexy internals if u have a ton of extra income to throw at it.

Seriously tho, ride the bike as much as you can. You dont need to do any of these aftermarket items. Just ride ride ride and when ur done park it in the living room for everyone to enjoy

I think taking those plastic covers off the cylinder heads are a must do mod. The engine is way too pretty hide.

Annaftermarket strain Guage quick shifter also makes the ride more enjoyable.

Need heat protection from those cylinder heads otherwise they will cook your loins and family jewels

Air filter, exhaust, tune, throttle spacers and a tail tidy is all the bike needs in my opinion. From there its all a matter of taste.

With mine, I find an engine tune is a must to prevent the engine from stalling while slowing to a stop and carbon subframe covers to prevent the heat from roasting your inner thighs.

Very reliable bike, I don’t understand why people complain that it’s not reliable, going on my third Ducati and have never had any real problems other then normal wear and tear, brakes, fluids, chain etc. My first Duc was a 2007 1098 Base model with ful termi system and race air filter and ECU, put 18k miles on it and had no issue(I really rode that thing hard), did keep up with the maintenance schedule, what I could do myself I would and the other stuff I saved up and took it in to the Ducati certified tech. Second Duc was a 2013 Diavel Carbon and that thing was comfortable and reliable, no issues, sold it to a Buddy of mine and he put 10k mi on it without any issue, only problem he ran into was when he let it sit for three months without a battery tender or fuel maintainer, had to take it in for diagnostics (Ride your bike), my current bike is a 2015 Panigale 1299S with all the upgrades mentioned up top just about, throttle slack spacers, mirror eliminators, integrated tail light, slip on akro, bar end mirror, and I’m contemplating wrapping the pipes and getting the subframe carbon fiber covers to prevent burning my inner thighs in the hot south Texas weather. Look on YouTube for “Moto Dutchman”, he has several videos and reviews on there and a discount code for Motomillion site. Ducati is a wonderful brand and as with any bike, maintenance is a must, oil change, brakes etc. YouTube is your friend for do it yourself stuff. I feel more connected with my Duc when I perform my own work, as long as I feel comfortable enough doing it. It turns heads everywhere and I always look back when I’m walking away to enjoy it’s stance.


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Picazo said:

Very reliable bike, I don’t understand why people complain that it’s not reliable, going on my third Ducati and have never had any real problems other then normal wear and tear, brakes, fluids, chain etc. My first Duc was a 2007 1098 Base model with ful termi system and race air filter and ECU, put 18k miles on it and had no issue(I really rode that thing hard), did keep up with the maintenance schedule, what I could do myself I would and the other stuff I saved up and took it in to the Ducati certified tech. Second Duc was a 2013 Diavel Carbon and that thing was comfortable and reliable, no issues, sold it to a Buddy of mine and he put 10k mi on it without any issue, only problem he ran into was when he let it sit for three months without a battery tender or fuel maintainer, had to take it in for diagnostics (Ride your bike), my current bike is a 2015 Panigale 1299S with all the upgrades mentioned up top just about, throttle slack spacers, mirror eliminators, integrated tail light, slip on akro, bar end mirror, and I’m contemplating wrapping the pipes and getting the subframe carbon fiber covers to prevent burning my inner thighs in the hot south Texas weather. Look on YouTube for “Moto Dutchman”, he has several videos and reviews on there and a discount code for Motomillion site. Ducati is a wonderful brand and as with any bike, maintenance is a must, oil change, brakes etc. YouTube is your friend for do it yourself stuff. I feel more connected with my Duc when I perform my own work, as long as I feel comfortable enough doing it. It turns heads everywhere and I always look back when I’m walking away to enjoy it’s stance.

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Have to agree with you there Picazo. i put over 15K on my 1299s and still counting and just finished front fork seals replacement and fluid changed. Never once had her in for any major issue except for 15k valves check and adjustment. Will convert her as 2nd track bike and thinking about getting SD or Tuono for street

Me too, 16500 merciless k's and the only issues have been 20 litres of oil, 13 tires, 4 filters, 3 punctures and a partridge in a pear tree

Bird has finally landed





It didn't start so had to charge the battery with my hybrid charger but it didn't charge it enough. Jump started it. Then tried battery tender and it somewhat charged it and it started again.



Battery is so tiny.

AlanNut said:

With mine, I find an engine tune is a must to prevent the engine from stalling while slowing to a stop and carbon subframe covers to prevent the heat from roasting your inner thighs.

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Of all the must do mods, this is definitely at the top of the list. Without some kind of fueling update this things runs super lean down low and will stall. Once I added the Tuneboy software my stalling days were over.

I’ve spent since moved to a rapidbike ans hope to get even better fueling down low to smooth out low rpm riding.

installed T-Rex frame/axle sliders .... next is throttle spacers, FE, radiator guards and heatshield ....

Oil cooler guard screws are so tiny and tight from factory. Stripped RHS easily. LHS came off relatively easily. My ...... old 2.5 hex bit is to blame. Mounted only one side for now. Will take out the screw later whenever I take it the wheel.