04-02-2017, 05:25 AM
I'm addressing the Ducatistas again here 
...so yesterday I visited someone I met on a Dutch Multistrada facebook group that is selling his 2012 Multi.
(20 back operations, cant be fun to ride anymore
)
I already set my mind on buying a low milage 2013-2014 model due to its more recent model year (= should be more reliable?), and mainly because of the minor technical adjustments to the engine block which would make it more easier at lower revs.
Double-ignition for each cylinder and such..
Plan B is a Honda Crosstourer with DCT.
I had already tested one for 2h, but did not get the chance to ride it on the highway unfortunatelly as I wanted to discover its windprotection and especially its pickup since its a high torque bike with a flawless DCT transmission.
Yes, I am a fan
Normally one model would be free after mid April, and in the case that testdrive does not convince me, I will buy the black Multistrada 2012 S I visited yesterday.
Price slightly below 10.000 euro.
46.000 km
Engine was completely (and free) rebuild by Ducati because of a broken connecting rod :/
Almost everything was renewed: crankcases, cylinders, heads, pistons, gear box, crank ... so apart from the clutch and starter everything is brand new.
The rebuild was done at 36.000 km, so the engine as it is now, only seen 8.000 km, so its almost new actually.
options:
- all cases (top and side cases)
- heated grips
- quick release Givi tankbag
- full Termignoni line worth 2050 euro
- beautiful aftermarket Xenon lights
- comfort saddle and lowered saddle
- rexxer mapping, default map
- some Rizoma parts here and there, including engine guards, CNC linkage pump
- additional USB ports (one at the handlebar, one under the saddle)
- GPS holder above the dash
- battery connection
- full service book, from a know reputable dealer
The bike is really clean and was not ridden in winter.
He started it and everything looked perfect.
Seller even offered towards the end a spontaneous test drive..
minuses:
- slight scratches on left tupperware, from a drop apparently
- storage box to the right doesn't close nicely
- I personally am not a fan of the manual adjustment of the windshield, while it was updated in the 2013-2014 model ...
No semi-active update of the Ohlin suspension, the only thing that is not there.
However, thats a cheap and easy plug n play ugrade.
Although I previously opted for a low milage 2013-2014 model, this has too many options to ignore.
And the recently completed engine overhaul is obviously a very positive point.
Also the owner said with the rexxer mapping + the open exhaust it runs smoother than a standard 2013 to 2014, which I could believe
Are there things I forgot or overlooked here?
So, normally after the Easter holidays I should rent a Crosstourer for 2h, then I would ride to the seller of the Multi, ride the Multi and make a direct comparison..
Thanks in advance!
...so yesterday I visited someone I met on a Dutch Multistrada facebook group that is selling his 2012 Multi.
(20 back operations, cant be fun to ride anymore
)I already set my mind on buying a low milage 2013-2014 model due to its more recent model year (= should be more reliable?), and mainly because of the minor technical adjustments to the engine block which would make it more easier at lower revs.
Double-ignition for each cylinder and such..
Plan B is a Honda Crosstourer with DCT.
I had already tested one for 2h, but did not get the chance to ride it on the highway unfortunatelly as I wanted to discover its windprotection and especially its pickup since its a high torque bike with a flawless DCT transmission.
Yes, I am a fan
Normally one model would be free after mid April, and in the case that testdrive does not convince me, I will buy the black Multistrada 2012 S I visited yesterday.
Price slightly below 10.000 euro.
46.000 km
Engine was completely (and free) rebuild by Ducati because of a broken connecting rod :/
Almost everything was renewed: crankcases, cylinders, heads, pistons, gear box, crank ... so apart from the clutch and starter everything is brand new.
The rebuild was done at 36.000 km, so the engine as it is now, only seen 8.000 km, so its almost new actually.
options:
- all cases (top and side cases)
- heated grips
- quick release Givi tankbag
- full Termignoni line worth 2050 euro
- beautiful aftermarket Xenon lights
- comfort saddle and lowered saddle
- rexxer mapping, default map
- some Rizoma parts here and there, including engine guards, CNC linkage pump
- additional USB ports (one at the handlebar, one under the saddle)
- GPS holder above the dash
- battery connection
- full service book, from a know reputable dealer
The bike is really clean and was not ridden in winter.
He started it and everything looked perfect.
Seller even offered towards the end a spontaneous test drive..
minuses:
- slight scratches on left tupperware, from a drop apparently
- storage box to the right doesn't close nicely
- I personally am not a fan of the manual adjustment of the windshield, while it was updated in the 2013-2014 model ...
No semi-active update of the Ohlin suspension, the only thing that is not there.
However, thats a cheap and easy plug n play ugrade.
Although I previously opted for a low milage 2013-2014 model, this has too many options to ignore.
And the recently completed engine overhaul is obviously a very positive point.
Also the owner said with the rexxer mapping + the open exhaust it runs smoother than a standard 2013 to 2014, which I could believe
Are there things I forgot or overlooked here?
So, normally after the Easter holidays I should rent a Crosstourer for 2h, then I would ride to the seller of the Multi, ride the Multi and make a direct comparison..
Thanks in advance!