I have been contemplating buying a Panigale...So I took a test ride today.
Keep in mind my previous bikes for reference:
06' Suzuki Hayabusa
08' Suzuki B-King
10' Suzuki Hayabusa
13' Kawasaki Zx14R (now)
First time riding a twin. I've always owned the inline 4's, and big CC ones at that. I'm 6'2" and that's why I've generally stuck with the bigger bikes, but I have to say that the Ducati is much more comfortable than other liter bikes I've ridden. More legroom it seems.
The motor is definitely different from what I'm used to, but I liked it. It makes plenty of torque which impressed me. I noticed the inlines are much smoother at low speeds/rpm's. But I liked that aggressive nature, very mean personality...and I really love the sound!
The brakes were amazing (of course the bike is 200lbs lighter than my other bikes)...but nonetheless, very impressive.
The looks are what really attract me to the bike to be honest. The rest is just icing on the cake,ie...weight, handling, performance.
Not a big fan of the heated seat (guess I'll have to keep it moving)
I'll need to toughen up my wrists too it would appear.
All that being said, I've decided to sell the ZX14R and buy the Panigale.
Keep in mind my previous bikes for reference:
06' Suzuki Hayabusa
08' Suzuki B-King
10' Suzuki Hayabusa
13' Kawasaki Zx14R (now)
First time riding a twin. I've always owned the inline 4's, and big CC ones at that. I'm 6'2" and that's why I've generally stuck with the bigger bikes, but I have to say that the Ducati is much more comfortable than other liter bikes I've ridden. More legroom it seems.
The motor is definitely different from what I'm used to, but I liked it. It makes plenty of torque which impressed me. I noticed the inlines are much smoother at low speeds/rpm's. But I liked that aggressive nature, very mean personality...and I really love the sound!
The brakes were amazing (of course the bike is 200lbs lighter than my other bikes)...but nonetheless, very impressive.
The looks are what really attract me to the bike to be honest. The rest is just icing on the cake,ie...weight, handling, performance.
Not a big fan of the heated seat (guess I'll have to keep it moving)
I'll need to toughen up my wrists too it would appear.
All that being said, I've decided to sell the ZX14R and buy the Panigale.
