White13Pani
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I always love these....
Mark I wonder if the the Californian school uses them because they are such a user freindly bike and !!! Anybody !!! Can ride them. The 1199 is not a bike that just anybody can jump on and ride, it's a bike that has to be ridden and ridden with lots of respect. My last bike was a jap 4cyl and yes it was an awesome bike (1984 1100 katana with some quick mods) each to there own, have a great Christmas and wheels pointing down for the New Year.
But it's not red and it's not a DUCATI
Mark, who cares which bikes win a magazine shoot based on opinions of the editors. Based on the last couple of shootouts, the RSV4 and the Panigale came in 1st and 2nd in rgeards to lap times. Aprilia and Ducati won WSBK and SSTK. Thats what matters.
Yet Ducati still sells every bike they make - to each their own (even if they have horribly bad taste, and must have 4 cylinders to do the job of 2).
It's not the bike. I like the bike. I looked at them when I bought my 1199. Obviously I could have afforded one - it's less than the 1199. I'd agree overall you get more on the BMW than the 1199. I4s don't catch my interest. I'd prefer a V4 but Aprilia dealers are too far away for me - and a bit too small for me. So I went with the twin.
What gets me is Mark's constant "BMW is better, BMW is better" crap. It is. I don't care. I'm not fast enough to use any of them to their full potential. I get he likes the BMW better. Good for him.
It's ....... annoying when I have to go on a Ducati forum and see him spouting the same .... over and over. And I don't even post much.
I see you're in Ohio. Perhaps I'll see you at Mid Ohio or Putnam this year.
Maybe for that number I'll actually see a BMW or two out on the track next season. For something everyone claims is such a worldbeater you hardly ever see them...
s1000rr loaded 18695 are you kidding me here or what? everybody better go back to their pricing departments. 16k cheaper than the R 3k cheaper than the r1m i guess we know who will win the litre bike shootout again
Equipment value improvement (+ $50) in addition to entirely reconceived and enhanced technology
Standard ASC; re-engineered cylinder head with new duct geometry; redesigned crankcase, air intake, exhaust system, electrical system; more sophisticated instrument cluster; fully-adjustable suspension with updated negative spring travel for more banking clearance.
More horsepower, improved torque curve: 199 hp (+6 hp) and 83 lb-ft of torque w/ more linear torque curve and wider peak-torque plateau.
Lighter weight, even more agile
8.8 lbs lighter (448.8 lbs total, fully fueled). New exhaust system is 6.6 lbs lighter. New lighter frame with refined chassis geometry improves rigidity, handling, traction, and feedback.
5 bikes in 1: Five available ride modes adapt the S 1000 RR to any riding situation, with standard Rain, Sport, and Race modes. Slick and User modes are available with the Ride Modes Pro option (also includes Launch Control, Pit-Lane Speed Limiter, and DTC with 15 possible settings).
Intelligent suspension
Optional electronic Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) is even better than the prior HP4 version.
Gear changes without interruption in power flow
Optional Gear Shift Assist Pro upshifts as well as downshifts without the use of the clutch.
Standard Package equipment - $16,759
Code Description Code Description
222228 Gear Shift Assist ProRace Package (182, 224, 538) 519 Heated Grips
Premium Package equipment - $18,695
Code Description Code Description
228238 Race Package (182, 224, 538)Dynamic Package (222, 223, 519) 275 Forged Wheels
List of Standard Equipment
Integral Race ABS (disengageable) § NEW: ASC (Automatic Stability Control) § 3 ride modes (Rain, Sport, Race)
NEW: Multifunction display with extended functionality
Upside-down telescopic forks
Reverse gear shift pattern capability
Adjustable Rear Preload § Adjustable Rear Compression-Rebound Damping § Drop Sensor
Smoked glass turn indicator
LED rear light
You race world superbike? Can I have your autograph?
What's your point? And I only sign autographs for people that pay.