I have mine low down because there's no where else to put it, but it works just fine for me: Mount fits to top of yolk using longer bolts supplied with the fitting kit:
Multistrada V4S
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I had a 2021 V4S and sold it about 6 weeks ago. I don’t miss it. The engine is just insane, and the noise on full chat is so addictive. For me, the brakes were crap, nowhere near as good as my 2006 GSA, they were cleaned and bled a few times but put that down to pad material.
I couldn’t get used to the front end, had no feeling at all. Was better with a new tyre but not the same feedback I was expecting.
The suspension is excellent.
Sport mode is so aggressive- snatchy throttle and really highly strung.
The gear shifter was a pain, couldn’t get my foot comfy with it but the quickshifter was brilliant.
After about 3hrs in the saddle it became very uncomfortable and couldn’t wait to get off it. Mrs Haydw has been all over Europe for 10’s of thousands of miles but she couldn’t wait to get off the thing.
I have scratched an itch, but does it give me more pleasure than my 2006 GSA with 80k+ miles? No. It’s not a patch on my 2000 1150GS.
I use my 1200 for commuting- if ever it dies will either get a 1200TC or a RT1200TC. Hell, I could even be persuaded by a low mileage RT1150. I wouldn’t buy another Multistrada. A scrambler 800/1100 maybe but not for commuting.
I couldn’t get used to the front end, had no feeling at all. Was better with a new tyre but not the same feedback I was expecting.
The suspension is excellent.
Sport mode is so aggressive- snatchy throttle and really highly strung.
The gear shifter was a pain, couldn’t get my foot comfy with it but the quickshifter was brilliant.
After about 3hrs in the saddle it became very uncomfortable and couldn’t wait to get off it. Mrs Haydw has been all over Europe for 10’s of thousands of miles but she couldn’t wait to get off the thing.
I have scratched an itch, but does it give me more pleasure than my 2006 GSA with 80k+ miles? No. It’s not a patch on my 2000 1150GS.
I use my 1200 for commuting- if ever it dies will either get a 1200TC or a RT1200TC. Hell, I could even be persuaded by a low mileage RT1150. I wouldn’t buy another Multistrada. A scrambler 800/1100 maybe but not for commuting.
I changed the gear lever to the upper position. It is now excellent, really comfortable and easy to use.
And Ducati must’ve changed the brakes because on my 2026 bike they are fantastic.
Quick update. Fitted some AliExpress radiator guards which are excellent and were only £28.
I have also gone for the Evotech lower mount and fitted it last night along with a Garmin power lead. The bike helpfully has an open connector labelled NAV behind the TFT and is working fine.
Not much more required to get the bike as I want it. I need to sort the Datatool system as it doesn’t have a tracker yet. And I’d like a larger screen at some stage, a slip on of some sort too and pannier bags are also on my list. Other than that, all good.
I’m getting used to it now and the handling is sensational. Really glad I bought it.
And I’ve only got 8 days to do 300 miles to be ready for my first service which is booked in. Wednesday are playing on Sunday and the forecast for Saturday is excellent so I think a long ride is in order. Up to the Yorkshire Dales and back should break the back of it.
My new one is being delivered on Saturday.
The Evotech one that sits below the TFT. Am pleased with it. Will send a pic when am back from London.
Send me a pic, price and the size of the shirt. I can share round my Owls WhatsApp groups.
Ive got the Low Evotech one too, really works well for me.
Does the low mount sat nav not get in the way when you have your tankbag on?
I tried a tank bag, everything worked fine but seeing the nav was awkward.
I sold the tank bag
I sold the tank bag
I have the Evo Tech above the dash mount, I can't fault it it's very stable and adjusts for height and angle, it puts my XT in my line of sight, and I get the option to use a tank bag. Win win
Yes. Iconic Parts satnav mount solves the problem
I'm looking, closely, at a Rally in DFM Corse colours.
What model, colour, spec. is your one that's coming soooon?
Its another Rally, ex demo 26 model. Full spec in red.
Good point, well made. It is not in the way at all but the bag obscures the view of the Nav screen somewhat. I could live with it but it is not ideal. However, I have a big tank bag! An SW Motech City Pro which is 11 litres. It was fine on the GS but it feels a bit big for the Multistrada’s cockpit which is a slightly different configuration. I think the answer for me is a smaller tank bag and I am sure I can find a new home for mine. I will also be able to remove the spacers I have on the tank bag mount if I have a smaller bag which will also help with the sight line to the Garmin.
Also, I rode from Sheffield to Newcastle and back yesterday so about 350 miles in 9 hours or So - my first long day in the saddle on the Ducati. I can report that it is not as comfortable as my GS. I am 6’0 and I felt a little cramped at times, specifically the slightly more acute angle of my leg at the knee which meant my left foot ached from time to time. Not a big issue though.
The saddle is not as plush as the GS either but again, I rode 350 miles so it is bearable. And I knew the wind protection would be worse on the new bike, not least because I had a superb Wonderlich Marathon screen on the GS. They do something similar for the Ducati so I can see me ordering that.
On the plus side, the Garmin being a few inches closer meant I could see it better (crap eyesight up close without reading glasses) and this was a significant benefit. And having it lower down was not an issue in terms of taking my eyes off the road.
In summary after my first high mileage day, my view is that the Ducati is clearly a different kind of bike to the GS. It won’t be quite as good at covering long distances with fully loaded luggage but it is still capable of doing it very well. That said, when you reach decent roads on your route, it is far, far superior to the GS - a different league in terms of handling, braking and poise. And the best is yet to come of course as the reason for the ride was to have lunch with my daughter, and also get enough miles done in time for the first service and the rev restrictions being removed. I managed to do that and it is booked in to Ducati next Saturday to have all that sorted.
Fingers crossed for decent weather next weekend and then it will be 10,000rpm and a full appreciation of how the bike rides. Looking forward to it.
Photos required please.
I also had a big tank bag on my TC GSA but now have a smaller Givi one on my 1260S Multi which I rode to Ducati's WDW 100th in Misano this year and all ran perfectly. I'm nearly your height (5' 11" and shrinking) but my height is in my back so I need a low seat but use a Givi tall touring screen and it works fine for me. My stock seat is fine for long days but I haven't ridden very far on a V4 model.
This is the new bike pre farkling
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