Is the 2023 Ducati Diavel V4 the ultimate performance cruiser? | MCN Review

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    Neevesy has been out on the launch of the 2023 Ducati Diavel V4. Watch the video now and find the written review here: www.motorcyclenews.com/bike-r...
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Komentáře • 184

  • @OmiP42
    @OmiP42 Před rokem +128

    Neevsy is the reason I watch these. Always appreciate your articulate, well informed words, man!

    • @stevo7454
      @stevo7454 Před rokem +3

      Same reason too

    • @scottbailey5644
      @scottbailey5644 Před rokem +4

      Agree, the dude is peerless.

    • @hlpang1075
      @hlpang1075 Před rokem +5

      I like it that he just speaks normally without all the typical hype and bravado. Very comfortable to listen to.

    • @andrewmeads6136
      @andrewmeads6136 Před rokem +3

      And all from a position of genuine experience, knowledge and riding ability.

    • @oscarsheen3045
      @oscarsheen3045 Před rokem

      Eh, buy a Tmax.😂

  • @diveexplore
    @diveexplore Před rokem +56

    Neevsy, the best road tester there is!!

  • @CycleCruza
    @CycleCruza Před rokem +10

    I owned a 2016 Ducati XDiavel S and loved riding that bike, that 1262cc Testarretta L-twin engine was awesome. I hope the new V4 in the Diavel is as nice.

  • @1991julez
    @1991julez Před rokem

    I’ve watch two other reviews of this bike but I’ll always still tune in to watch the MCN reviews when it’s out!

  • @creedm3040
    @creedm3040 Před rokem

    Awesome video! The excitement in Neeves voice is infectious. He doesn’t dole out superlatives if they are not warranted, ever. My new dream bike. Best!

  • @brianeaston3748
    @brianeaston3748 Před rokem +1

    Great review neevsey,as always,that sounded like a dream bike to ride and a nice trip too👍 not a bad gig😃you deserve it for all the hard work you put in,well done again 👍

  • @dukie1616
    @dukie1616 Před rokem +5

    What a good smart review. Well done.

  • @willraven7
    @willraven7 Před rokem

    Thank you aa always.
    BTW Nevs, what DO YOU use or pick as an all arounder??

  • @djwordnyc
    @djwordnyc Před rokem

    Neevsy is the best reviewer worldwide...I appreciate a racers POV, it shows his depth of understanding of how a bike functions and performs. Well done!

  • @RogerGarrettAsaparrot
    @RogerGarrettAsaparrot Před rokem +6

    Hats off to you sir. Another cracking article.

  • @scottbailey5644
    @scottbailey5644 Před rokem

    Enjoyed that thorough review. Top drawer cheers. Any actually got me thinking that I'd like to own one of these beasts. Got a new Street Triple R at mo but I tell you what I like the look of these. Cheers Scott

  • @MrStew006
    @MrStew006 Před rokem +3

    Great review 😊👍

  • @malcolmpritchard4882
    @malcolmpritchard4882 Před rokem

    Great review mate

  • @dimplesingh2007
    @dimplesingh2007 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I am the proud owner of a 2014 1st Gen Diavel Carbon in White, and I must say, this bike is an absolute beast. The raw power it generates is unmatched, and every time I twist the throttle and feel it zooming out, it gives me an exhilarating rush that I doubt any V4 engine could replicate. The L-Twin 1260 engine truly delivers an unforgettable experience, and I find it hard to believe that any other bike could give me the same kick. I am thoroughly impressed with the performance of my Diavel Carbon and can confidently say that it's one of the best rides I've ever had.

    • @jsouto77
      @jsouto77 Před 3 měsíci

      Ive got a 2013 carbon that ive had from new and was wondering how much better the new V4 is. Having already changed the exhaust, handlebars, installed tuneboy with cruise control and up and down quick shifter plus custom map , put on the later seat from the 2014 carbon also changed some other plastics for carbon, Im inclined to think this would be a massive upgrade taking into account the extra money I would have to pay. Plus my bike only has about 10k miles on it (shame on me)

  • @kurushunwalla
    @kurushunwalla Před rokem +2

    Superb review of a superb bike, but I am keeping my Multi V4S 😁
    Neevsey, you are the ultimate in conveying information about whatever you review in the best, simplest and yet most complete and effective manner.
    Thank you!

  • @shadowred1980
    @shadowred1980 Před rokem

    Thank you for the review.

  • @michaelpearson4474
    @michaelpearson4474 Před rokem

    Great review , as always 👍

  • @370suzuki
    @370suzuki Před rokem +1

    Amazing no dislikes, I can't remember another bike with such a glowing review, great video as usual, cheers

    • @PissTakeProduction
      @PissTakeProduction Před 11 měsíci

      CZcams removed Dislikes across the board. Thanks to Joe Biden

  • @SuperSnallygaster
    @SuperSnallygaster Před rokem +5

    I think this is best-looking bike in Ducati's lineup.

  • @carlsitler9071
    @carlsitler9071 Před rokem

    Dream bike. My one year old V65 Magna (V4 1150cc) was $3200 in 1984. Outstanding but heavy. Still my favorite bike. Now I'm on a two wheel Lazy Boy recliner (Triumph America - Road King clone).

  • @oliash92
    @oliash92 Před rokem +1

    love your work

  • @swcrossii
    @swcrossii Před rokem

    Best review I have ever experienced!

  • @terrellgarren7125
    @terrellgarren7125 Před rokem +7

    Always appreciate Neeves' thoughts. I recently bought a gently used Ducati red '14 Monster 1200 for $7.5K USD. Is this worth another $20K. Maybe for some, not for me.

  • @TheJWC56RSA
    @TheJWC56RSA Před rokem

    Sir, you make us eat from a extremely tasty menu. Most informative! Most enjoyable! Only thing better is to be there myself! Thank you and blessings to you!

  • @pistolpete6321
    @pistolpete6321 Před rokem +1

    Wow what an amazing motorcycle, great video!

  • @natural9743
    @natural9743 Před rokem +1

    It's only money and look what you get for it.
    The only negative comment about this bike from Neevsy was , "it's expensive"
    You get what you pay for and this diamond is worth it.

  • @tonyw3250
    @tonyw3250 Před rokem +5

    All that money and heated handlebar grips are an option!

    • @ivoperic3992
      @ivoperic3992 Před rokem

      This bike is targeting Hollywood pretenders. California is a warm state.

  • @aggiejason4305
    @aggiejason4305 Před rokem

    Greetings from the States. That road looks fantastic!! Great review. I still want the Twin with that iconic trellis frame.

  • @dodgydodds
    @dodgydodds Před rokem

    That intro was 🔥🔥🔥 5 ⭐️ for that.

  • @SpeckNV
    @SpeckNV Před rokem

    I enjoy your reviews more than anyone.

  • @RacerJuan42
    @RacerJuan42 Před rokem +1

    that is one beautiful machine! I do wonder how the long term reliability will be with the cylinder deactivation.

  • @NYCnapeHb
    @NYCnapeHb Před rokem

    Greta very informative review, thank you! How’s the sitting position compared to the 1260 Diavel?

  • @mistergcreactions
    @mistergcreactions Před rokem

    Top review!

  • @double-oseven5725
    @double-oseven5725 Před 11 měsíci

    Well worded brother. Cheers!!!!

  • @doubleaaaron
    @doubleaaaron Před rokem

    This was a great review neeves! Love this new diavel. If i could swing it, i wouldn't mind trading my street rs in and get one. Great job ducati!

  • @dfkuipers
    @dfkuipers Před rokem +2

    quite the recomendation. Neeves has spoken.

  • @sucker4o
    @sucker4o Před rokem

    wow.. what a review, what a bike 👍

  • @denisg4288
    @denisg4288 Před rokem +5

    I have just watched a few of the main competitors reviewers and this was by far the most informative. Also noticed some put their B team up. Wonder if that an acceptance they just don’t compete with Neevsey?

    • @xorbe2
      @xorbe2 Před rokem

      Diavel simply has a super small audience.

  • @izatizatruachhakodesh3069

    Top of the day CHAMP. NOT A CRUISER. MORE OF A NAKED BIKE, STREET FIGHTER, STREET BIKE, MUSCLE BIKE. LIKE THE VMAX. BUT I LOVE IT!!! THANKS

  • @willfriar5163
    @willfriar5163 Před rokem

    Love these reviews . Is it me or is the sound not sync with the visual

  • @dogrange
    @dogrange Před rokem

    Making me want one! Should chop in my Multi 1260

  • @davidparrillo113
    @davidparrillo113 Před rokem +1

    Almost traded my 2022 Harley Davidson, Lowrider S for this bike. That was earlier today now I watch the review and I’m scratching my head. Highly probable I pull the trigger. This is one hell of a machine.

  • @bfarm44
    @bfarm44 Před rokem

    Absolutely love and want this absolutely cannot afford it but dream big you never know

  • @alexmatthews9536
    @alexmatthews9536 Před 3 měsíci

    Great review, I wish he did more reviews on bikes, i always get a little disappointed when i click on a MCN link and find its not him, but appreciate that he cant review everything. I also like that chap that does off road bikes.

  • @ericericericeric5626
    @ericericericeric5626 Před rokem +1

    oh and this gets cruise control...just put it on the other models as well! People with bad wrists or that live some boring roads away from the twisties need it!
    Would love it on the Streetfighters or maybe a new Monster V4?

  • @JesusAlleineRettet
    @JesusAlleineRettet Před rokem +4

    If I ever get a V4 Diavel it will be the S. So I wait. 8:23 still Footpeg issue needs different Footpegs again. Noted!

  • @markreynolds8630
    @markreynolds8630 Před rokem

    Nice!
    Did the suspension get a mention? Active?

    • @timh6845
      @timh6845 Před rokem

      No active suspension.
      Most likely on the S model in a year or two, which seems to be how Ducati does things at the moment.

  • @vishnunair2823
    @vishnunair2823 Před rokem

    I trust Nevesy and that guy with the long hair from Bike World. Best presenters bar none. I'm sold on this beauty, my only concern is, knowing ducati, there is gonna be a Diavel V4S at some point. Should I wait for adaptive suspension or no?

  • @stephenchapman8344
    @stephenchapman8344 Před rokem

    Where do I sign. 👍

  • @rayl5097
    @rayl5097 Před rokem

    got a v4 pp,is it drive like one that only change the look

  • @Jinjajamie
    @Jinjajamie Před rokem

    New dream bike identified

  • @edm4847
    @edm4847 Před rokem +1

    Insane sport cruiser that doesn’t want a V-twin. About time. To me, this competes with the BMW S1000XR with the insane S1000RR engine…which I own. This bike has me thinking.

    • @DimitryKaplun
      @DimitryKaplun Před rokem +1

      I had an S1000XR and currently ride a V4s multistrada. The V4 on both is amazing and if they took that engine into the Diavel, I am excited to ride it. The biggest drawback for me for the XR was the height as I am blessed with a 29 inch inseam, and riding the XR could be challenging. This bike sits low and people like me can ride it easily.

  • @darylclifford
    @darylclifford Před rokem

    So it’s a Twin and a V4 that has every electronic feature you can throw at it ? Sounds so freaking awesome to me, now I want one.. - WAIT!! - HOW MUCH??

  • @r6singh
    @r6singh Před rokem +1

    Neevsy is MCN. It should be called Motor Cycles by Neevsy.

  • @soulrebelno1
    @soulrebelno1 Před rokem +2

    A sporty, cruiser, tourer - just what I've been waiting for - do you think Ducati have created another motorcycle segment!

    • @I_am_Thursday
      @I_am_Thursday Před rokem

      Actually, I decided the other way. I have a Monster 1200 and a HD fatbob so in theory the Diavel should be my perfect bike ( the old one with the V2 of course ) but no, I want a cruiser to be slow so there's no point in thrashing it - yet a sporty bike then bring it on. There's nothing worse than having to reign in a powerful bike to chill in my experience.

  • @1956colinb
    @1956colinb Před rokem +6

    Excellent production quality on this video 👏👏
    Interesting to listen to your comments Michael, very articulate considered opinions as is your very professional norm, but somehow you sound more “ surprised “ by the bike than “ impressed “ with it, I have no doubt it’s a lovely piece of kit, some of the details and finishes look fantastic, but…..£23 grand is really salty for that 😳,……. I can think of lots of bikes I’d rather have costing less than that.
    I really want Ducati to make a nice sleek sexy sports tourer using this engine, something along the lines of a VFR800 but really sexed up 😍! That’s what I want to buy, but for £18 - £20 grand ish?….you listening Ducati 🙏??

  • @Bow-to-the-absurd
    @Bow-to-the-absurd Před rokem +2

    Dream garage stuff for most, which is a shame coz i really like it.

  • @robertandersson2523
    @robertandersson2523 Před rokem

    How can the counter rotation help with the gyroscopic forces? I understand that it prevents wheelies but the gyroscopic forces is still there.

    • @djtchamp5076
      @djtchamp5076 Před rokem

      Get a piece of 2x4 long 6feet. Mount 2 bicycle wheels on it, spin then both same direction and try to pivot thee 2x4 side to side..... Now try the same excercise except spin 1 of the wheels opposite direction of the other and try to nidge the. 2x4 side to side... The spin of 1 wheel sort of immunized the force with the other and the 2x4 gets a little more nimble to nudge. That's the. Effect of the crankshaft spinning opposite thee 2 bike wheels. Capisci🤌

    • @robertandersson2523
      @robertandersson2523 Před rokem

      @DJT champ don't think so. Take one of your wheel and spin it one way. Try to move the 2x4. Stop the wheel and spin the other wheel the other way. Equally heavy. Now spin both but in different directions. Heavy + heavy does not equal zero.

  • @doordevloer9105
    @doordevloer9105 Před rokem

    Which looks better, red or black?

  • @user-nz7wd2qb8m
    @user-nz7wd2qb8m Před rokem

    我就是在等這台車~~~~~

  • @splodge5714
    @splodge5714 Před rokem

    Great valve and oil service intervals but what about the belt change. Most of my riding in the lower rev range would make this a very expensive parallel twin to own.

    • @TK-cl1jm
      @TK-cl1jm Před rokem

      It's a v4

    • @SteveGreenCRMDeveloper
      @SteveGreenCRMDeveloper Před rokem +2

      It has a timing chain so no belt to change.

    • @splodge5714
      @splodge5714 Před rokem +1

      He does state that when running below 4000 rpm the rear two cylinders are deactivated therefore the bike is only running on the front two cylinders (ie a parallel twin.)
      Since Ducati ceased using bevel gear driven cams they went over to belts. Haven't seen anything to say this engine has a cam chain but if so that would be a welcome overdue change along with the dropping of Desmo valves and the increased service intervals.

    • @I_am_Thursday
      @I_am_Thursday Před rokem

      @@splodge5714 No belts and valves at 36k miles. It's still a VFR though. The latest V2's are cheaper to service than a Triumph triple so bear that in mind....

  • @lake76
    @lake76 Před rokem +1

    I was torn between the SFV4 and multi V4, now I know which one I shall get. The perfect bike for me, comfy, fast if I want, looks amazing and 20lt tank, also, the woman likes it, which had nothing to do with my decision, I might add.😁 Great review.

  • @babyfknblu
    @babyfknblu Před rokem

    is that an fpv drone? NICE

  • @Morten_Nielsen1979
    @Morten_Nielsen1979 Před rokem

    I thought about applying for the job. But I figured I could never do the job half as good as Neevsy, so let a better man than me get the job.

  • @DucatiDiaries
    @DucatiDiaries Před rokem +4

    I think this is the fourth gen, isn't it? Wow this bike exhaust sounds amazing.

  • @ildong8807
    @ildong8807 Před 10 měsíci

    멋지네요... 타보고싶네요..

  • @maximusaugustus6823
    @maximusaugustus6823 Před rokem

    I wanna trade in my Ducati Monster with this one when it is available.

  • @Csirkefoga
    @Csirkefoga Před rokem

    I think they f’ed up the design! The previous was spot on

  • @keithwaller4545
    @keithwaller4545 Před rokem

    Wow look how far Ducati have come since first 851 fabulous shame Triumph didn't go same way instead of of old man route retro stuff.

  • @fredvonjupiter6061
    @fredvonjupiter6061 Před rokem

    But how does it handle damp curvy backroads with potholes? Every bike is nice in these conditions 🤷

  • @clayman1980
    @clayman1980 Před rokem +1

    Probably not the bike for me, but I'd absolutely love an oppprtunity to throw a leg over one and take it out for a spin.
    And of course, brilliant review by Neevesy as always.

  • @Sirsethtaggart3505
    @Sirsethtaggart3505 Před rokem +2

    Love the diavel, such a beautiful bike....I nearly bought one of the V2 version instead of my Niken. Apart from the front end grip issue, I thought the maintenance would be much easier/cheaper...... now I find the frame of my nearly new Niken is rusting from the inside.

  • @Terraceview
    @Terraceview Před rokem +2

    The V2 attracted me to this bike. Well, buy a used one I guess!

    • @pggp273
      @pggp273 Před rokem

      I wouldn't want to touch this monstrosity of a bike outside of a warranty. The repair bill will be horrendous

  • @Mike-hk6rw
    @Mike-hk6rw Před rokem

    Love to see a more affordable v2

    • @dxrumor
      @dxrumor Před rokem

      The 1260 is a v twin....

    • @I_am_Thursday
      @I_am_Thursday Před rokem +1

      @@dxrumor And I will bet a much more fun engine. Was it DVT? I'd take the older 1200 I think

  • @philipjames3526
    @philipjames3526 Před rokem +1

    £23k! I bought a new gen 2 for £13.5k Woohoo! I guess the V4 engine is worth a few bob extra.

  • @JoJo-sp7ds
    @JoJo-sp7ds Před rokem +1

    I have to talk my wife into a $600 a month bike payment.

  • @onemanmob6756
    @onemanmob6756 Před rokem +1

    Your next long-term test bike? 😉

  • @paulhope3401
    @paulhope3401 Před rokem

    Was that some peg scraping I heard?

  • @zorans8114
    @zorans8114 Před rokem

    Alright, after watching the tech spec info, I get it my man!

  • @TheTonicro
    @TheTonicro Před rokem +1

    Great bike, the only issue is the old one looks much better specifically xdiavel s. Imo anyway.

  • @minatormyth
    @minatormyth Před rokem +2

    Rear lights will be a pig to clean. Tooth brushes at the ready.

  • @larryhouse3776
    @larryhouse3776 Před 6 měsíci

    Diavel or MT10SP??? Oh the choices...

  • @GarryMcGovern
    @GarryMcGovern Před rokem

    'We are in Abu Dhabi'............ (proceeds to show video of Burj Khalifa in Dubai!!!). 🤣😜

  • @christophereaves7108
    @christophereaves7108 Před rokem

    Great bike I can only imagine owning one. However there is a reason everytime I have ever been in a ducati garage its dead. Out of the percentage of bikers in the uk there is another alot of percentage left who could afford one unfortunately. Price points are too high for real world riders and will be suited to middle aged bankers.. shame but what a bike

  • @Dead_Assassin
    @Dead_Assassin Před rokem +1

    Mike is that a cheapy watch strap from amazon place..

  • @piomo63
    @piomo63 Před rokem

    👍

  • @AndrewLane-pm2ro
    @AndrewLane-pm2ro Před měsícem

    That 4-muffler cluster looks horrible. They should change it to a twin muffler like on the Diavel V2.

  • @madmarx3108
    @madmarx3108 Před rokem +4

    I’ll stick to my Z 💪🏻

  • @conantheagrarian
    @conantheagrarian Před rokem +1

    “creamy midrange” really sells it. was there anything moist about idk the seat or anything?

  • @humandroid53
    @humandroid53 Před rokem

    Not that keen on the looks. Preferred the earlier one. Needs to sound a bit meaner. They should make a V4 monster like this.

    • @TheAgalmic
      @TheAgalmic Před rokem

      This pretty much is the V4 Monster, that's why it was referred to as the Mega Monster.

  • @zorans8114
    @zorans8114 Před rokem +1

    Neevesy, this bike is answering questions that nobody was asking..

  • @thorout8377
    @thorout8377 Před rokem

    Test the new Harley davidson breakout.
    ??????

  • @chrisindubai
    @chrisindubai Před rokem +5

    I also went to the unveil of this bike, a few days later I Dubai. Being a Rocket 3 owner I was disappointed at the looks and the sound in particular. I appreciate that it rides well and looks are subjective, but it's just not a bad ass muscle cruiser like the Rocket.

    • @Mikaelsson
      @Mikaelsson Před rokem

      If every manufacturer did the same thing there wouldn’t be any point .
      Ducati has a sport heritage and it goes through there different models .
      This is there take on a “power cruiser” and I think the majority of the people that are in to Ducati want that .

    • @chrisindubai
      @chrisindubai Před rokem +1

      Yeah maybe. I just hoped it was a bit more outrageous

    • @Mikaelsson
      @Mikaelsson Před rokem +2

      @@chrisindubai its probably outrageous enough ;)

    • @TheAgalmic
      @TheAgalmic Před rokem

      Just got back from a V4 demo and I can confirm that it has a deep, rich, loud rumble... it sounds brilliant.

  • @weed46
    @weed46 Před rokem

    1:06 what? Looks nothing like the previous gen
    Nobody is going to confuse this for a facelift, bike looks totally different

  • @johnadams3038
    @johnadams3038 Před rokem

    What is the point of v4 if it sounds and feels like v2 lol

    • @TheAgalmic
      @TheAgalmic Před rokem

      To grab some of the existing V2 owners and also, in a lot of bikers' opinions, a V2 is the best-sounding engine.

  • @akademiks21
    @akademiks21 Před rokem

    Stole the styling of the vmax, the last gen was more unique

  • @cpuuk
    @cpuuk Před rokem

    Ah, now I see why Ducati are branding themselves as Luxury.

  • @fyorbane
    @fyorbane Před rokem +1

    Lovely bike but hideously expensive. For this price I would expect full Ohlins suspension, nothing less. A bit overpriced I think. 18-19 grand in todays market would be more realistic. Great review as usual from Neevsy.

  • @WolfgangVonKempelen838

    Very brave from Ducati to throw another awfully expensive bike on the market whilst the economic environment is not exactly favourable to spend money on luxury extravagance. However, I am sure Ducati did their homework to find out if there are enough lucky ones among us who can afford this Italian beauty.

  • @solidsteal
    @solidsteal Před rokem +5

    Cool! If you want a 90's VMAX with non of the excitement, pickup the Audi sponsored red flag 2023 Ducati Diavel!