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Man that CF tank cover looks amazing. I gotta say I wasn't a big fan of the looks at first but with that cover all I would need would be a CF subframe cover and a new exhaust to make this bike absolutely gorgeous.
Hope a CF subframe cover and a nice (smaller) aftermarket underbelly exhaust will be out sooner rather than later.

Great review brother.
Thanks for taking the time!
 
Thanks for the review, will be interesting to hear how you are getting on with the V4 after a few more miles and more track time.
 
adrian7 said:
Man that CF tank cover looks amazing. I gotta say I wasn't a big fan of the looks at first but with that cover all I would need would be a CF subframe cover and a new exhaust to make this bike absolutely gorgeous.
Hope a CF subframe cover and a nice (smaller) aftermarket underbelly exhaust will be out sooner rather than later.

Great review brother.
Thanks for taking the time!
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Yeah, I really like the look of the bike. If they just had a few bits here and there to break up the all over red, it can look really good. The Speciale looks bad ....
 
I was just pondering what you said about the 1299SL dead even with the V4..
1299SL has about same peak hp 215 or so..Weighs like what 45 lbs less and with rider weights maybe 75 lbs less??? Hmmmmm:eek:
 
jpanigale said:
I was just pondering what you said about the 1299SL dead even with the V4..
1299SL has about same peak hp 215 or so..Weighs like what 45 lbs less and with rider weights maybe 75 lbs less??? Hmmmmm:eek:
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This ^^ is one fast scooter!
 
MotoX183 said:
Yeah, I really like the look of the bike. If they just had a few bits here and there to break up the all over red, it can look really good. The Speciale looks bad ....
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I initially thought the speciale looked amazing but I actually starting to think its not all that good of a scheme. Remembering some of the photoshop schemes on this site, many of them looked absolutely incredible and much better than the speciale in my opinion. For instance the Anniversario paint job. Obviously they can use that again, but there were many great options.
Main thing for me is to color match that darn subframe to either the clutch cover etc. or to the black parts. Also the standard exhaust is obviously an eyesore, but other than those few things it's really starting to come around on me and I haven't even seen it in person yet.

I loved the front and the back right off the bat, but the side profile is taking some getting used to for me.
 
jpanigale said:
I was just pondering what you said about the 1299SL dead even with the V4..
1299SL has about same peak hp 215 or so..Weighs like what 45 lbs less and with rider weights maybe 75 lbs less??? Hmmmmm:eek:
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Yep. And this was a tracked out 1299SL.. i.e. no headlights/taillights and all the unnecessary bits. I'm shooting to drop about 15-20lbs personally and then the V4 minus lights and stock exhaust should also drop some additional weight as well.
 
MotoX183 said:
Yep. And this was a tracked out 1299SL.. i.e. no headlights/taillights and all the unnecessary bits. I'm shooting to drop about 15-20lbs personally and then the V4 minus lights and stock exhaust should also drop some additional weight as well.
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Yeah then, watch out!!!
A real monster...
 
I’m still waiting to hear what it is about this bike that might lead to lower lap times vs a built R. Not asking anyone to answer that...just thinking out loud. Or, for that matter...if the goal is to drop lap times, why build one of these up vs an R1....


Sorry to take a critical view...sincerely appreciate the write-up! Just what’s going thru my head these days....
 
Great write up MotoX! Glad your enjoying it and you had it on the track to really give a proper initial shakedown and report back. Like Twisted said, no way in hell your gonna give a review worth a .... cruising to Starbucks.
 
MMC said:
I’m still waiting to hear what it is about this bike that might lead to lower lap times vs a built R. Not asking anyone to answer that...just thinking out loud. Or, for that matter...if the goal is to drop lap times, why build one of these up vs an R1....


Sorry to take a critical view...sincerely appreciate the write-up! Just what’s going thru my head these days....
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Good out loud thought. Hard to say if it will improve your lap times. Guess it depends on your skill and if your riding style is enhanced by this bike. I bet your wallet will be thinner with this bike tho...but if it’s what you want then go for it.

From the sounds of it I’d like to have this new V4 but like you mentioned, it doesn’t make sense cost wise for me and my plans so I’m picking up a 17’ RSV4 RF on Tues. for my new race bike and keep my old RSV4 for my B bike.
 
Yea...could go that way too! Ulrich’s article claimed it to be the fastest and best...but didn’t say what it did better compared to other bikes. Maybe saving that for the comparison?
 
MotoX183 said:
The V4 turns in very well, but there is so much less engine braking that it takes a bit getting used to it. I found myself trail braking way more coming into the corners than I would on the 1299, due to the lack of engine braking.
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Which EBC setting were you using on the 1299 and which are you using on the V4?
 
MMC said:
I’m still waiting to hear what it is about this bike that might lead to lower lap times vs a built R. Not asking anyone to answer that...just thinking out loud. Or, for that matter...if the goal is to drop lap times, why build one of these up vs an R1....


Sorry to take a critical view...sincerely appreciate the write-up! Just what’s going thru my head these days....
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honestly i doubt you would be faster, if you are a novice or intermediate rider lap times will improve as you get more seat time but it won't be anything to do with the bike as i don't think you can buy a bad bike now.

Rider training and seat time will make you faster not a V4.
 
I agree partially reganc with your comment - however I think some bikes other than others inspire confidence because of ergonomics and how the rider feels on the bike, which will naturally translate to a better lap time.


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Dingo said:
I agree partially reganc with your comment - however I think some bikes other than others inspire confidence because of ergonomics and how the rider feels on the bike, which will naturally translate to a better lap time.


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usually people can't handle the power and are faster on a 600, the latest bikes flatter the riders ability whereas a few years ago they would have highsided themselves to the moon.

but the V4 electronics and the previous 1299's are phenomenal and a big jumo forward.
 
MotoX183 said:
Thanks. Will do, sir.

You going to bring that SL down to COTA at the end of May?? :D I'm sure we could snag a garage spot with the Ducati Austin folks for the weekend.. :cool:
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obviously COTA is very well suited for this bike, how do you think it will handle the shorter tighter tracks.
 
reganc said:
obviously COTA is very well suited for this bike, how do you think it will handle the shorter tighter tracks.
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Well, they seemed to rave about it at Valencia, which is like a stadium track. I can't speak to that myself yet, but should get an idea pretty soon.

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Great review. I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts after you add the Akro exhaust and put some more miles on.
 

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