Ducati Streetfighter V2 UK road review - better than the V4!
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- čas přidán 7. 03. 2022
- Goodness me. Ducati's released the Streetfighter V2 and would you know it, I prefer it to the Streetfighter V4. Join me on bumpy and lumpy British B roads for a thorough riding review of this £15,000 mini-supernaked. No, it's not a full-on supernaked. But it is expensive. So what do we make of it? Find out with your eyes!
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Amazing, Thanks Tim 👍 In Australia the V2 is a little cheaper then the MT-10 and the entry level S1000r. So value wise here it's actually pretty good
Hey mate, I would strongly recommend you to test drive the v2 before buying. I was in the market for one and I got the change to test drive it from Ducati dealership and I really didn't like how it ride so I am not longer in the market for it 😐. it looks great though
Love the sound of this bike!
Great review as always Tim. I've had mine for just over two weeks now, and I love it! The only slight issue is the heat through the seat in traffic, apart from that it's a joy to ride. I'm 6'2" and like you find the bike comfortable even at my height. I've ordered a comfort seat as the stock seat isn't the best, and some carbon bits, looking forward to them hopefully arriving soon.
Hey, what bike did you ride before this Ducati? I'm seriously considering it, coming from a ZX-6R and wondering how it compares if have also ridden a supersport.
Enjoyed the review Tim. I have a SDR 2021, which is great fun. Like the look of the sfv2 and seems a great road bike, but as you say sdr trumps it for fun
Just came across this channel and instantly fell in love with the humour in the video. 😄 Subscribed instantly.
I own a 2020 RSV4 Factory but I started thinking recently about maybe swapping it for something that is similar in nature but is generally more streetable. I am thinking about the Supersport 950S but also this. We'll see how this is going to go. 😄
You'll find the 950S too slow coming from the RSV4, the Streetfighter V2 would not.
Looking forward to getting mine hopefully by the end of the month
Let us know how you get on and if it fits your ginormous member
@@timrodierides 😂😂👍
Enjoyed that, thanks. Mine comes soon, seems a great bike, went for a few carbon bits and the front windshield, probably won’t make much difference! 😂
It'll make a difference to you though! I had a carbon screen on my Hyper 950. Did the square root of sod all, but it looked pretty?!
2:29 looks so weird like background is just a picture (clouds not moving) xD . Awesome video :D
I tried to click the time code link to see what you meant but YT served me a 20 second advert 🤣
I read somewhere that with the engine set to "high" (not sure if it defaults to this in sport mode) the dedicated/reduced torque maps in the first three gears are not active, could be waffle but would make sense. Nice video btw👍
That does make sense and sounds about right (I clearly need to do my research)! Thanks for watching
i cancelled my order because it was going to arrive end of the summer. cba waiting that long!
Nice review Tim! How does it compare with your old hyper? Is the hyper more fun and playful at the lower speed stuff? More torque down low (for wheelie shenanigans) but then the streetfighter just flies past kind of thing?
Exactly that. The Testastretta engine in the Hyper has more traditional v-twin punch low down, the superquadro feels far revvier and would disappear above 60 or so…
Oohh what a beauty of a bike. I got a monster 696.love it. Sounds gr8 with a gpr exhaust.. But this street fighter would be gr8 upgrade. Sadly will never have one due to lack of funds.. Thanks for the oppertunaty to 'virtually' ride one
Thanks for watching, Kim :)
What a great review.
What a fantastic wee bike. This would be my pic.
The V4 (stock) doesn’t sound like a v4 anyway. It sounds more like a V2.
This bike makes much more sense for fun on the road. 200 +hp is redundant on the road.
It just looks and sounds superb.
Let me tell you, 150hp is a huge amount of power.
Agree on all points! Though your username suggests you enjoy more than 150hp ;)
@@timrodierides 🤣 I do indeed. But you’re never really stretching its legs on the road.
I test drove the Streetfighter V4 on Friday last week and the V2 today (wednesday). I was returning the V4 bit scared and bit disappointed. Do not take me wrong, the bike was absolute rocket, it pushed like buldozer but all the fun was happening at around 100 km/h and more, where you are coasting on the border of serious law braking (at least here in Switzerland). On the contrary to V4, when I was returning the Streetfighter V2 to the dealer today after the test ride I was just smiling and feeling happy. It pulls and handles well and all the fun is feelable at legal speed (or let us say in normal and reasonable level slightly abve them). Brakes were strong enough to do stoppie. Manner in the city traffic more polished than V4, possible to ride in in 3rd gear on 50 km/h with the advantage that the noise level drops substantially (no worries, would you like to get more noise - downshift to second). The overal noise was (at least for me) nicer, more bubbly, drummy, deeper than V4. V4 sounds good at iddle and low revs due to its twin pulse firining and due to the fact, that it shuts off the ignition of rear cylinders on iddle revs. ...btw, it was really hot on V4, the V2 is emitting much less heat towards your crotch. And yes, it is a nice wee bike. But it is not so small at all. I am 198 cm tall and 128 kg heavy. I fit in that bike with no problem and enjoy riding it - I do not feel any restriction. I do not for example fit on Aprilia Tuono V4 due to its tank shape. My girlfreind is 162 cm and seh can also sit on it, but she is tiptoeing (there is possibility to buy 2cm flatter seat from Ducati). My today´s test ride was decisive - I am placing order on V2 instead of V4. Best way to tell for yourself is to go to dealership and ask for test ride. But believe me, that 150 BHP are noticeable and moreover, you feel them between 2nd and 4th gear anywhere between 80 -110 km/h.
Great vid Tim and I think the first U.K full test, here on CZcams of the V2 Streetfighter. Just a thought here, you can buy a brand new 2022 Aprilia Tuono V4 for similar or slightly cheaper money. Yes it's not the factory model but you still get the same motor, power, chassis and looks. It has higher bars and a taller screen and a quite accommodating pillion seat. There's no electronic suspension but the sachs suspension is plush and works really well. Seriously looking at these 2 bikes as I am in the market for a naked bike. Where I live [Normandie, France] there are more Aprilia dealers than Ducati and they are closer. That V4 is just amazing though, so for the money I think I am going to go for the Tuono. Cheers and ride safe.
Hey - thanks for the comment. Yeah in your situation I'd go for the regular Tuono. Living in Normandy with a Tuono is just about my dream life - envious!
You got a like for sphincter braille... oh and the review.
Haha, thanks!
awesome review! :D what do you prefer hypermotard or this one ? :P
I think the Streetfighter suits me a bit better. Not sure why
Pick my Streetfighter V2 up next week, coming off an Mt10sp which i love, just fancied something different. Great vid thanks 👍🏻.
Ooo enjoy the slightly less wheelie-prone life!
It needs to be available in yellow, have cruise control, and come standard with LEDs and heated grips, as well as a bigger dash, then I'd take one for sure.
Youre like that episode of the Simpsons where homer is allowed to design a car.
Nice one.
I do wonder how that 950 engine compares to the one in the 937 Hypermotard/monster?
More top end, less grunt?
Would be interesting to compare the V2 vs Monster...
Basically you're right. The 937cc feels lumpier and a bit torquier lower down, the 955cc is way revvier. Stronger from 6krpm+ into silly speeds. I actually rode the Monster on the same day as the V2 SF, so I'll have a video on that out next week! Another fun bike at slightly saner speeds
I just ordered mine in storm green
I’ll stick with the Multi V2S, I’m old, but it does look fun😜
Have you got a Multi V2S already? How're you getting on with it? My mate's just picked one up and is rushing to get it run in!
Tim, I had a feeling even before you said it that this is not going to be as good as the SDR or the TUONO, which you can get a nearly new one for the pretty much the same price. My money would be on these two over the Streetfighter, though I do think it looks very beautiful. It's a shame we're not blessed with many Aprilia dealers in the UK and in the South the few we have seem to be scooter dealers.
I really wanted to buy a Tuono (which I've been saying every year since 2013), but I don't have any near me. It's a pity, but I'm quite happy with my new KTM!
How does standard suspension and seat compare for comfort to the Superduke 1290
Very nice. Question is the engine in the V2 the same as the 2022 Ducati Monster?
Nope, it's totally different. The Monster uses the 937cc 'Testastretta' engine from the Hypermotard 950 and Multistrada V2. The SFV2 uses the same 955cc 'superquadro' engine as the Panigale V2, it's much revvier, lots more top-end power and you have to rev it harder. Sounds amazing.
23 grand here in Oz Tim. You can get it in a green to which looks ok but might not go so well on the resale.
Oof that's bloody expensive! The green one looks lovely, but I'm still not a fan of matt paint!
Hi Tim, how well do you fit on the V2 and the 2022/21 monster? I am 6' 4" And I am trying to choose between the two.
thanks
I fit on the V2 better, the Monster's a bit shorter. Not uncomfortable though - I'll have a Monster review up later this week (but can't remember if I talk about the ergos)
Recently sold my 1290 SAS and looking to get this bike (streetfighter v2) or the 890 SMT. I know they are not comparable at all but only have budget for one :-)
Is that part of the exhaust curling under the seat? How much heat does that give off?
just bought a NEW 2013 Streetfighter that a dealer had in the back! still had to pay all the shipping, setup, yada, but got a 1 year warranty from the dealer
Bloody hell that's awesome! 848 I presume? Hope the dealer changed the belts for ya!
How does it compare to the hypermotard 950 Tim? Which would you choose? I’m torn between the 2 mate. Great review 😎
Ooof bloody good question. Depends on your riding really. For faster flowing roads with a sports-bike-like feel, get the SFV2. If you prefer a looser feel with the front wheel pinging into the air occasionally off crests and much more of a naughty vibe, get the Hyper 950. I really miss my hyper!
@@timrodierides thank you Tim! From your reviews it seems the Hyper hits harder with torque sooner too. I will go for the Hyper but the base model as I like a plain Ducati red 🤓 keep up the awesome reviews.
In Singapore,SFV2 cost sixty-five thousand Singapore dollars..
If the put this engine in the Multistrada and create a Pikes Peak edition, that would be a perfect sporty bike.
I like your thinking! Might be a bit full on and aggressive for pootling around on, mind you...
I demo me of these last week.. peaky v twin ok after 9k but surprised how flat below especially top gear roll ons
Yeah - it's super oversquare so it's doing its best work at higher revs really. Try something with the 937cc engine if you want more low-down shove (but less top-end power). That engine's in the Multi V2, Hyper 950 and Monster
From 7000-1100 exsplosive motor much faster then Mt09✊🔥
For 3K USD difference on OTC prices, I'll take the V4 any days. Although both are over kill for city commute
That’s not so much price difference, but the point is I found the V2 genuinely far more enjoyable to ride
In Norway v4 cost around 8k £ more then V2 😩so V2 are a much better buy and proper fast ✊🔥
Performance is already more than one can use fully on roads
… so to me the looks, style, sex appeal make it special compared to better performing yet nowhere as aesthetically pleasing as this Ducati. Especially when u add wings!
I'm looking forward to seeing one with wings on it.
30mph in 3rd gear, I'd say that's pretty good for a large highly tuned v2!
True! The old long stroke Ducatis would’ve had a fit
Agree with you on the s1000r. So much so that I bought one :)
Hope you’re enjoying the Beemer!
It's great thanks. Only just picked it up, so it's not run in yet, but that motor is perfectly suited to road riding with power everywhere and super smooth.
Yeah, bikes like the Tuono and S1000R are barely more expensive or even cheaper, but really I don't see a practical reason to choose these bikes over the Streetfighter V2. I think this Ducati is the prettiest naked bike right now by a pretty good margin, and it's got well enough power to have fun, at least for me. When you get into the realm of 130-140+ hp on the street, I just don't see the point in comparing spec sheets as the main deciding factor.
I'm a little torn between the s1000r and speed triple, both of which are available for $3k off MSRP near me (leftover new models). That would put either firmly below the V2. Both have immense spec sheets and additional features, tilting the value proposition strongly in favor of the BMW or triumph compared to the duc. Not sure what to do - Tim actually outright responded to me and told me he'd rather have this than the speed triple (which I'd rather have than the 1000r).
Please go and ride the GSX-S1000 and tell me how that fits as a Mid-Weight compared to this and the Hyper stuff 👍🏼
Boring bike
This or keep my 2020 monster 1200s? Not sure which one I rather have.
It's a tough one. The Monster 1200S has more bottom-end shove, while the SFV2 encourages you to use all the revs (not that you *have* to, it still has big midrange). SFV2 is a lot firmer and has a sportier riding position, but the handling is leaps on from the Monster. Admittedly I last rode a Monster 1200S in 2018, and I didn't love the feel, but it may have been down to worn tyres on my mate's one.
Tim, if you had to pick: this or the speed triple 1200rs?
Hmm... the Ducati would win hands-down I'm afraid!
@@timrodierides that definitely surprises me - especially given the value prospect of the triumph. Would your decision just be based on how the Streetfighter rides?
Pengen beli..
What do you better? This streetfighter V2 or the Rocket 3R?
Haha, they're totally different bikes! I'd probably pick the SF V2 personally. The Rocket would make a nice companion for it though
This or Street triple RS for road usage and as the best package ?
Ducati for me.
How does it compare to the 1290 SDR? IMO the KTM is more than a match for the v4 Superduke, so where does this V2 actually fit in? p.s. haven't finished the video yet, so this question may be premature ... :-)
I actually mention this later on! It's nowhere near as lairy/torquey as the SDR. Sharper/more direct handling by a smidgen. SDR is discounted so often they're about the same price… and I'd have the KTM
It is hard to figure out where this sits in the market. V2SF sells for AU&22600 ride away, which is $3000 or $5000 less than a mid spec s1000r and a bit more of a jump to the Speed RS and non-Factory Tuono. It is priced about $5k more than the less well specified GSXS1000 and about $4k more than a CB1000R. Specification levels differ, and what price for cafe swagger? All are superb bikes. One V2 SF or a GSXS and 20 track days paid for? For me, hard decision when I have a 17 s1000r, and it really comes down to the passion
Just remember, on only one of those two bike do you actually sit upright and have legroom…
@@enntense yes, although at 53 years of age and nursing some injuries from high energy sports I reckon I have one more lean-y forward-y bike in me before I get a more comfortable ride…have you hang on to my youthful aspirations a little longer!
@@brianglendenning1632 Hah, we about in the same situation then my man:) I do ride a 2016 Superduke though. I'm a bigger guy. I work out a lot and im 6'2" 270 or so . I find its actually comfy. The really tall seat is a put off for some people, but once you're rolling its all extra leg room. For me, it's the highest performance/comfy bike currently made. My other bike is my long ranger, a 1260 multistrada. Which, ironically is kind of a bigger superduke..
The V2 for me is the better real world bike over the V4 however the V2 is seriously down on build quality and the 2 cylinder engine is just not as nice sounding as the 4. Pros and cons to both but id have the V2 personally
I'd say it is a super naked, if you compare it to the Honda, Suzuki, BMW and Yamaha models around 150-165hp mark. Then you could say the hyper nakeds are the 175hp+ models from Aprilia, Triumph, KTM, Kawasaki and Ducati. Although when motorcycle.com dyno'd all the nakeds, it wasn't quite as clear as they weren't all making what they should be making :)
Otherwise you could say the super nakeds start at around 160-165hp, with the S1000R and MT10 and include the Triumph, KTM and Aprilia, at around 175-180hp.
Then the hyper nakeds are above that at 200hp+ being the Kawasaki, Ducati and MV.
Which I guess puts the 150hp bikes as sports nakeds (V2, CB1000r, gsxs1000) instead, sitting above the middleweights (with around 110-130hp).
British host, Italian bike, American honky-tonk BBQ intro 😂
Makes total sense… right?! :D
Kartoffelsalat ist schön.
Geillllll
How does it compare to 890 duke R, is it worth the extra coin? You make it sound like sfv2 is sort of too much power for the road. On paper ktm has higher spec brakes, less weight, and less power, not sure how the suspension/chassis compares, I'm guessing streetfighter feels more like a sport bike while duke has more naked/supermoto hooligan feel to it.
Sfv2 seems like an interesting idea with great looks, probably wins over ktm when it comes to the engine character (790 was very agricultural, haven't tried the 890 yet, super Quadro sounds more exciting; haven't tried the newer testastrettas, 821 in my hyper was rather awful), but perhaps not the legally usable powerband considering that the exciting top end is mostly in illegal speeds, what is the top speed in each gear there (got some ideas from watching track videos and calculating by speed/tach, but speedos are usually rather optimistic)? Slotting somewhere in-between middle weights and super/hypernakeds while being more expensive than a base tuono v4 (which has cruise control and a fuel gauge) makes it the opposite of a value proposition. S1000r and mt-10 sp seem to be the closest competitors, while gsxs1000 (also available in the GT form) is a value alternative.
I love the 890 Duke R. The chassis is out of this world, and gives even more confidence than the SFV2. The 890's engine is exciting but not as ridiculously fast as the SFV2, and the 890 feels quite a lot cheaper (switchgear, bodywork, dashboard). But… it is a lot cheaper! About £5k cheaper. Weirdly the 890 Duke R's chassis feels like a sportsbike in corners, but the riding position is a bit less sporty when you're cruising.
@@timrodierides so you say I should save my money and go get the 890 now instead of waiting for sfv2? Was debating between 890 and 690 supermoto last year, got a 690 after test riding husky 701 sm and 790.
I had the 790 agree its agri & suspension can't cope at a point, my 890R was brilliant until I bought the base model Tuono V4 OMG I'm changing the gearing & front screen but its Brilliant. I was gunna wait for the SFV2 but I'm pleased I got the Tuono when I did as I can ride 500 km to get to the twists in comfort & still have a blast. vids of all three bikes on my channel. btw the 890R can be flighty you'll find out why if you see my last 890R video 😞
@@DukeOfTwist base tuono v4 is on my list as an all arounder since it's the sportiest if tourers and seems to make the most sense on paper. Gsxs1000gt would be a poor man's version of it, mt-10 could work as well I guess. I have 690 supermoto for around town and lower speed canyon fun, but it's so no good for higher speeds and touring.
@@volodymyrshoniia2424 Watch Revzilla's latest compare vid and why Zack only did one hot lap.
S1000R or Street Fighter V2 ?
SFV2
The. SFs are the best looking bikes in Ducati now. It used to be the Monster or old Scramblers…. someone destroyed those two.
Ok it’s £15,000 the question is it as good as a KTM 1290 or Speed Triple RS…?
Oooh if only you’d watched the whole video! Admittedly I didn’t compare it to the Speed Triple. I’d have it over the Triumph but not the KTM
@@timrodierides Lol jumped the gun just getting to the end now.
@@timrodierides Testing the Triumph this weekend, I’ll test ride this one as well and decide. Not a fan of the KTM I know it goes like a bullet but when I sat on one at the bike show it felt a bit plastic to me and a bit too loud in the looks department.
More view of the road.
There's a reason for that, sorry!
Faster then Mt 09??
Yes
Be interesting to compare this with the new MT10.
I'm aiming to ride the new MT10 at some point - will report back
If I tell you I really fancy a Harley, will you disown me? 😀
So long as it's the electric one. That thing is brill
too bad dealer showrooms are empty!
Yep - I chatted to my local Ducati dealer and they said every bike they get in goes straight out to a customer
You really think it looks better than the v4 Streetfighter ?
Yes, I think I said that
@@timrodierides Thanks for the response. I know it was cold, but could you tell if the heat was any better than on the panigale v2?
Boring question what’s the real world gas mileage/range?
From memory I was getting 40mpg riding it quite hard, so probably 48ish mpg on a run
@@timrodierides thanks! I’m trying to decide between this and the BMW S1000R. The tech and better tft on the bmw has me leaning that way but man that Ducati sounds soooooo good. Thanks for the video!
all that money, doesnt have cruise control or a fuel gauge.
Tried both today. V2 is rubbish vs the V4, and especially vs the V4S. If you can afford it, go for the V4S, either Panigale or Streetfighter. Top of the heap!
Rubbish?
I'd take my Yamaha MT10sp over the streetfighter any day of the week
I need to try one of those! Would you say you're possibly biased though ;)
sexist? dude, nah...
bullshit. lets start off by how the V2 looks like ass compared to V4.
That’s the opinion of one angry sounding stranger on the internet though