new Ducati xDiavel

[Riko_imp]

Despite personal taste, there is something about a bike with a trellis frame that is attractive, in my eyes though.

But this Diavel adds so much more than just a trellis frame.

Would make a handsome companion next to our CB's

[quietguy_imp]

I agree, Riko... That bike just has a great "presence".

What kind of motor, size, transmission?

Looks like a super wide V-twin configuration.

I'm afraid to ask... but price??

[Riko_imp]

I agree, Riko... That bike just has a great "presence".

What kind of motor, size, transmission?

Looks like a super wide V-twin configuration.

I'm afraid to ask... but price??

I realised it would be coold if the pics were accompanied with the specs, so I added the most important specs in the first post.

Here is the (Belgian, but in English) Ducati page for the new Diavel:
http://www.ducatinortheurope.be/nl/bikes...ch_spec.do

Specifications
Engine
Testastretta DVT (Desmodromic Variable Timing), L-Twin, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder, Dual spark, Liquid cooled
1262 cc (77,0 cu in)
156 hp (114,7 kW) @ 9500 rpm
95,0 lb-ft (128,9 Nm) @ 5000 rpm

Transmission
belt drive
6 speed
Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control

Chassis
Front: 3,5"x17" Pirelli Diablo Rosso II, 120/70 ZR17
Rear: 8,00" x 17" Pirelli Diablo Rosso II 240/45 ZR17

Front brake: 2 x 320 mm semifloating discs, Radial Brembo monobloc 4-piston M4-32 callipers and radial master cylinder, Bosch cornering ABS
Rear brake: 265 mm disc, 2-piston floating calliper, Bosch cornering ABS

Wet weight: 247 kg (545 lb)
Seat height: 755 mm
Wheelbase: 1615 mm (63,58 in)
Fuel tank capacity: 18 l

Warranty
24 months unlimited mileage
Maintenance service intervals: 15.000km/12 Months
Valve clearance check: 30.000km

Mooore than potent enough for my taste, but since its promoted as a "Cruiser" you should be able to cruise on this beast as well

The stats on the specs that impress me the most are these:
95,0 lb-ft (128,9 Nm) @ 5000 rpm
belt driven
240/45 ZR17 rear tire, I have somewhat a sweet spot for fat tires

edit
price
Its 160% the price of a CB1100EX in Belgium
And a CB EX here costs 12799 euro (prices went up) thats about 13966 USD

[Chapomis_imp]

It looks cool in the first 4 pictures, very contemporary, smooth, artsy. But the it doesn't look great in the 5th picture with the rider. Looks very disconnected. My biggest complaint is looking at radiators on liquid cooled motorcycles. I like it better when they are hidden by fairing. Radiators look cool on Model Ts, but can you imagine being able to see the radiator on a contemporary car ?

[quietguy_imp]

Sorry, Riko... I missed reading the specs on your first post, my bad.

[Riko_imp]

Sorry, Riko... I missed reading the specs on your first post, my bad.

I just added them after your post

Makes me wonder what the lean angle is on our CB's?

Ducati makes a big deal their Diavels have a 41° lean angle...no doubt for a cruiser like an Electra Glide, thats a lot, I guess
I did ride my dads Stratoliner and you couldnt corner that thing!

I don't even have an idea what the lean angle was on my big scooter, Burgman 650, but I scraped a lot of the bodywork (no pegs available there ).

Haven't yet scraped any of the pegs on my CB though but I would like to know what the theoretical lean angle is on our bikes.
For comparison sake, whats the lean angle on the average potent sports bike like an R1, Panigale, Fireblade etc?

Edit: fast google search, 2004 R1 has a claimed 56° lean angle.
And a Burgman 650 should be around 40°, someone stating about 45°.
Definitely those maxi scoots have more angle than big cruisers.
How about our CB's I wonder...

[LongRanger_imp]

The cartoon South Park was conceived and written by two Americans who grew up in the town I currently live in. It's a satire based on the town of Fairplay, CO, which is about 60 miles from here on US 285. If you go, be sure to stop at the Brown Burro Cafe for breakfast and tell Megan or Tiffany that I sent you. My CB has been seen there many times.

[Riko_imp]

It looks cool in the first 4 pictures, very contemporary, smooth, artsy. But the it doesn't look great in the 5th picture with the rider. Looks very disconnected. My biggest complaint is looking at radiators on liquid cooled motorcycles. I like it better when they are hidden by fairing. Radiators look cool on Model Ts, but can you imagine being able to see the radiator on a contemporary car ?

true, but for my eyes the rest is just so good looking I didnt even notice the radiator, untill you mentioned it

They look very connected here



Ducati might have (or had?) its issues but I think if there is one thing they do right, its connectivity
Their Scrambler even has a USB port under the seat

[Frulk_imp]

From the two pics above it looks like Ducati bought out some of Big Dogs remaining parts bin and is going to try and appeal to hipsters that are in the market for a modern power cruiser with a Big Dog Chopper rear wheel. What impresses me most about the Diavel is that it only weighs 545 pounds. That's a significant accomplishment because in the flesh it looks at least 200 pounds heavier.

[Riko_imp]

So, this Xdiavel is acutally my replacement bike while my Multistrada is in for its big notorious, expensive, etc etc Desmo service

After the initial ride I can say, don't hurry the service!
While not exactly the best long distance travel bike, its a hoot!
XDiavel, and Diavel = Italian for Devil.
I wonder why they came up with that name hehehe