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Heating issues; Its been a long wait but finally have my machine back. The over heating was definitely failure of the radiator, which was replaced out of my pocket. As a note, if any of you unfortunately find yourself in this situation in an out of the way location, I found with the thermostat removed the bike would cool on the highway to an operational temperature of 78-80 °C. (outside air temp.
18-20 °C) It probably depends on the particular radiator, but if not encountering to much city driving this may get you to a dealer? The wait for new parts here in Calgary was painful, but done now. YahooPS Wish I could be there for Kevin's last lap. Haven't posted anything in a while, but given these recent MTS posts I'll share my thoughts on a recent 2012 vs 2013 MTS comparison I did.1.
New screen is MUCH better, providing adequate protection without the bothersome turbulence of the old model - which IMO is quite bad.2. Gearbox - the new one (mine) feels like butter in comparison and never misses a shift.3.
Suspension - the older model (Ohlins) is MUCH more compliant in the same Mode - Touring, for instance. The newer model would have to be in Urban to have a similar soft feeling. My sense is that the newer model has an overall stiffer calibration in each Mode. In this regard I prefer the old model.BUT, (yes, these has to be) you can really feel the difference in dive when braking. The new model is MUCH more controlled - even less sag when accelerating. This is a bothersome aspect of the Ohlins suspension.
IMO, this is THE major advantage of the Semi-Active suspension.4. Seat - the new model seems a bit more comfortable, providing a bit more room to move around.5. Engine - performance is just about identical, with the new one feeling smoother (a bit more refined) and able to hold gears below 2500rpm, without any trouble.Overall, I was surprised there was such a difference between the two models.Cheers. Hi Folks.My 1st post here.What is the consensus on the keyless fuel cap for the Multistrada. Has it proven to be reliable or is the reliability down to how well the water tight integrity has been achieved.Did anyone get to post up photos of the installation process and the actual location for the connector? Were there revisions to the cap to improve the actuator? Is it plug and play or is an ECU ref lash required?Yes, I know.
Too many questions.Any help would be greatly appreciated.Cheers. It is a common problem for MTS1200 with the OHLINS fork leaking. It is a premium brand, the manufacturer should do something to mitigate the issue.I have serviced my OHLINS myself, dismantle everything then reassemble back. I believe most of the leaking due to the dirt caught on the oil seal. As long as the oil seal still in good condition, no torn or anything on the surface of the tube, it can be reused.Since it was leaking, you have to change also the fork oil so give a try by cleaning the seal.Mind work so you can save a lot of money.
Hi AllVery important heads up in case you have not seen other forums. 20S TSB/recall (right fork lowers)TSB 14-002 involves the right fork leg bottom. Identifying marks will have on the inside of the bottom numbers FG860 or FG8601 or FG8602 have your dealer inspect for those numbers and run your vin number w/ Ducati.All vins showing needing these parts will get them if they have matching code numbers listed above. If your vin shows up needing this TSB but the fork leg codes don't match then they will be documented and nothing else is needed.parts come as kit w/ new fork lower leg, dust seal and fork seal and 4 new pinch bolts screws 2 for the new fork leg pinch and 2 for the left fork leg pinch to axle.Good time to get your other fork leg oil changed for a small fee as one fork leg will have new oilJust call your dealer parts are available now.Mines up for replacement.photo's attached. 'Personally I am well pleased, the issues that pissed me off about the MTS aren't there with the GS. Power is down but riding isn't all about power. In all other aspects including handling I rate the GSW a better bike.
I know many MTS riders will disagree in the handling department but I think the GSW is a better handling machine proven in my case by better times'. I love the MTS. I've had one on order twice, but never quite got there! I have ridden it a bunch of times though and it's easy to see why most would forgive it a few faux pas when the overall sum is so good and so engaging. But I'm with you Balls, power has to be both useable and controllable too. There's few occasions when 125 hp isn't suffice in a motorcycle already and although the Duke has a better engine, I agree with you that the GS-W feels more agile with similar ground clearance (I've lost boot leather on both) and in short gets the nod handling wise IMHO.
It also feels a better built bike and better thought out too. I even prefer the way the new model looks (with wire wheels fitted) which isn't something I thought I'd say over the usual beauty of a Ducati,'If you ride with higher speeds and especially on bumpy roads it is a big difference to the standard SCU. If you choose Sport the feeling and control of the bike is much better'. That's good to hear. And I don't want to turn the MTS thread into a GS one, but bumpy roads are really when a GS comes into it's element. Contrary to popular belief you do get suffice feedback through the front end, it's just more subtle and takes a bit of saddle time to attune to it (even if there's less than conventional USD forks and a small amount of trust), but with the telelever front end when the bumps begin, because the suspension and steering have effectively been separated it's the time when you can be opening the throttle hard rather than backing off to keep the ripples smooth and manageable.
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Having broken both wrists twice, my wrist strength is no longer the greatest, and telelever certainly gives them a really easy time compared with regular forks and helps with steering too. I've read really good things of the Skyhook suspension. I don't know if electronic suspension is genuinely much better than simply really good quality suspension, but they're certainly good selling points and are unlikely to be worse than what's come before.I'm digging the look of the new Monster 1200S. Hey @Maksim nice choice of additional bike. I just took the plunge on an Aprilia Tuono V4, to compliment my MTS12s, its in for its 1000km first service and I absolutely love it it made my hair stand on end just running it in.Great write up on the ECU as a fellow owner I too have set Sport, Touring, Urban all modes to semi-active. Left Senior on manual settings. Its a great upgrade for the $ especially if you ride a lot two up or with heavier loads and match it to 100Nm rear and upgraded front springs.
'The GS is easier to handle but the feeling on the MTS is more exciting'. I think that's a good way of putting it.And I prefer the more thrilling V2 compared to the boxer engine in the GS. But this is a question of taste. I hadn't thought about it, but my car is now a boxer of sorts, a flat-six. The opposed engine configuration seems a little smoother and better balanced, but the delivery is more exciting on the V and in this case L twins for sure.For new season I have a KTM 1290 R on order. Oh happy days - congrats!:-D It would definitely be on my short list if I was buying this year. I've always liked this type of bike (had two Speed Triples and a home made S1000R StreetFighter) but the SuperDuke was always, well.
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And the 1290R is completely bonkers. In a good kind of way! It looks really cool I think and power wise might be a bit too much for me nowadays. The Speedy and 1200S are probably all I could handle!;-D. Long time no speak. I miss my MTS.
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It made a lasting impression with it's comfort, fab Ohlins ride but most of all that thrilling 'L' Twin and it's seamless power delivery.only downside was it's thirst and the impact that had on range when in the mountains.At the moment I have a GS TE water chilled. It is a fun bike which is very close to the MTS in performance with an engine that can rev if needed but delivers low down as well. The engine, clutch and gearbox have just been changed at 12000 miles as the gearchange became problematic.it is the clutch that has been redesigned which causes the problems.The bike is on the high seas on its way to Argentina where my wife and I will travel the high Andes through Bolivia, Peru, Chile and back to our start Buenos Aires Argentina. 6000 miles of adventure.So I will not get the bike back until early July.Should I buy a Ducati or KTM for some entertainment in the interim?
Which model makes sense second hand or even new?