I picked up my V2 today, 200 miles in one day. I was shocked when I saw the bike for the first time, so beautiful in the metal, video and images don't reflect the true picture of this bike. Aching, yes, hot, yes, emotional connection, yes. Every time I stopped for fuel, coffee, folk wanted to chat about the bike.
Ry Griff yes I love it! Can't compare it to a Daytona though as I never rode one. But the V2 has everything you need and even more. Handling is awesome, the tech is amazing, the power, torque and sound keeps me smiling all the time. Buy it lol
Kevin McCaig I’ve watched countless videos and it definitely sounds like an exhaust is needed. I bet that would be another 4-5k (yikes). If you ever have a chance to ride a triumph, do it! I am on my second and they are so narrow and nimble yet plenty of torque and bottom end power. It may feel slow though compared to the Ducati haha.
not everyone gets the jokes... you are clearly brilliant, talented, an excellent judge of quality, and blessed with an extremely high IQ- reminds me of myself
Picked up my 2021 on Friday. Love the looks, easy to ride and not intimidating at all. More than enough power for everyday twisty rider. My only complaint is the front breaks. IMHO they aren't powerful enough. It just doesn't grab as quickly as I would like. Other than that..lot's of fun, great sound and beautiful.
You nailed it my brother . I have this bike and she is a beast . She tapped out at 183 STOCk . I say keep your liter bike I have more than plenty . Great video . The remix part was hilarious 😂
@@mattymotorcycle1713 Yes, upmap was done on the install of the exhaust. I never road it stock, so i don't know how it feels in stock form. I'm coming from the 848 Evo and there is a night and day difference. There is definitely no lag low down and i even can roll in 6th going 60 without it chugging. I need to do some clips! The weight savings along must be huge though!
Hey Matty! Nice Video, thanks. I ordered me this beauty and I will get it in october. Can't wait to feel it between my legs, so I burn the time with watching videos about the V2 ;) I already did a testride and I totaly agree with you. It's a masterpice of european engineering Greetings from Berlin and ride save!
I was the first V2 In western Canada(I believe, Feb 12th arrival, road it away feb 14). Victoria B.C. , Island Motorcycles BMW Ducati. Matty you are bang on!!! Loved the vid!! I wish you touched on the riding modes a lil more. The engine specialization, the engine braking when you take everything off, is unreal!!! when you let the bike go...... damb!!! Race mode is INSANE!!! Art on wheels with..... HOLY FCK!!! Can't wait to see your first ride vid on a broken in V2.
ABSOLUTLY!!! this was going to its new owner directly after the review... so no abuse abuse (heh heh) but def more to come on this GEM of a sport bike- congrats on the purchase... keep me posted on the upgrades you do!
Matty Motorcycle oh I know that! Haha. What I meant was, on the V2, when you switch it to Race mode, it feels like the V2 has switched into a V4! Lol. I wouldn't buy the V4 personally.
@@kevinmccaig9025 exactely!! I road me buddy's v4 b4 i desided on the V2. Wasting the upper 2-3 gears can nver use it, unless track or drag. Live in the city and my V2 boggs down in low speed. V4 was worse lol. This bike is awesome!! Ride safe! You are rolling on ART!! Beautiful!!
Hello from Brazil.... nice video!! here we don't have it yet just the 959 that I first tought would be the same the V2, thanks for making it clear....I agree 1198 is a fight to ride in traffic. Matt may I give you a suggestion to compare the superduke 1290 gt to superduke r , thanks and sucess my friend
I liked your 1198 comparison,that's were I'm at and I wondered how the power compared,I would hope that advances have been made in the intervening years,I was disappointed to hear this V2 isn't particularly light but I'm hearing you raving about so I'm thinking this is better than any L twin thus far.
Aww man... I was all for trading my 600rr in for one of these, then you mentioned they still have the belts in the engine! That has put me off for sure
i didnt run it all the way out- it is a dealerships bike, but the power is similar to a 750 GSXR or an MV 800, and i have topped both of those out in the 160-170 range... i would imagine its close to there
@@JericVillaflores I'm sure, BUT, which 1 are you faster on? BTW, I had an RC51 and 3rd gear is good for everything and that's the problem with V/L twin liter bikes. I've got a correctly modded SV650S now.
@@vannevels6758 for me being fast isn’t necessarily which bike is faster based on manufacturer specifications, I’d prefer usable power and Ducati V twins(748, 899,959 that I’ve owned and soon to be V2) will be my choice…
The V2 had another predecessor that you're conveniently forgetting, the 2012 1199 Panigale. The 1199 had 172 HP and a top speed of 177 mph. This "new" V2 has a revised, two-piece fairing - to revise the airflow around the engine - and a much smaller engine. In my opinion, the V2 is a BIG step down from the 1199.
@@TheZallene, the V4 is in a different - 4 cylinder - league, for sure, but the the "new" V2 and the 2012 1199 Panigale are both 2-cylinder bikes and very similar underneath their fairings. All Ducati did was change the Panigale's fairing to allow better air circulation.
I picked up my V2 today, 200 miles in one day. I was shocked when I saw the bike for the first time, so beautiful in the metal, video and images don't reflect the true picture of this bike. Aching, yes, hot, yes, emotional connection, yes. Every time I stopped for fuel, coffee, folk wanted to chat about the bike.
congrats on the buy.... amazing choice!
I got one too. I love it. Not as hot in leather pants.
Kevin McCaig I might trade my 2010 Daytona 675SE for the 2021 V2 Panigale on Tuesday. Do you love the bike???
Ry Griff yes I love it! Can't compare it to a Daytona though as I never rode one. But the V2 has everything you need and even more. Handling is awesome, the tech is amazing, the power, torque and sound keeps me smiling all the time. Buy it lol
Kevin McCaig I’ve watched countless videos and it definitely sounds like an exhaust is needed. I bet that would be another 4-5k (yikes). If you ever have a chance to ride a triumph, do it! I am on my second and they are so narrow and nimble yet plenty of torque and bottom end power. It may feel slow though compared to the Ducati haha.
Loved the video. I just left Ducati dealership and they have the 2021 v2 Panigale. I’m riding her Tuesday!
Matt I just subscribed, love your special sense of humor, yet I learn so much from you
not everyone gets the jokes... you are clearly brilliant, talented, an excellent judge of quality, and blessed with an extremely high IQ- reminds me of myself
Learn more from this review than any other on the v2. Made some great points thanks
buy one and tell me what you think- thanks for watching!
You have a very strange/different enthusiasm and way of describing the bike... I like it, and it kept me watching the full video 👍... subscribed
Picked up my 2021 on Friday. Love the looks, easy to ride and not intimidating at all. More than enough power for everyday twisty rider. My only complaint is the front breaks. IMHO they aren't powerful enough. It just doesn't grab as quickly as I would like. Other than that..lot's of fun, great sound and beautiful.
I think you’ll find The superquattro engine used in Panigale V2 has chain driven cams whereas the Testrastretta 11 deg uses belts
I'm glad to hear that. Cam belt tensioning on Ducati's was always a huge pain.
You nailed it my brother . I have this bike and she is a beast . She tapped out at 183 STOCk . I say keep your liter bike I have more than plenty . Great video . The remix part was hilarious 😂
Picked mine up a few days ago! Love it. Had the dealership remove the stock exhaust for the full akrapovic exhaust before delivery!
did you flash the ECU? im super curious what the "oomph" is like without all the Euro 5 restrictions??!!!!!
@@mattymotorcycle1713 Yes, upmap was done on the install of the exhaust. I never road it stock, so i don't know how it feels in stock form. I'm coming from the 848 Evo and there is a night and day difference. There is definitely no lag low down and i even can roll in 6th going 60 without it chugging. I need to do some clips! The weight savings along must be huge though!
How muck did the exhaust + install cost you? At my dealer it eould've cost like 10K canadian
@@kevinmccaig9025 ur looking at ~$5k USD for the full system, plus 8hr install costs. Need to get some clips of it running...sounds fantastic!
ch1c0h pleaae don't tag me on it lmao. I don't wanna put 7K CAD + 8h at 125$/H 😂😂. But thanks for the info!
Hey Matty!
Nice Video, thanks.
I ordered me this beauty and I will get it in october. Can't wait to feel it between my legs, so I burn the time with watching videos about the V2 ;)
I already did a testride and I totaly agree with you. It's a masterpice of european engineering
Greetings from Berlin and ride save!
I was the first V2 In western Canada(I believe, Feb 12th arrival, road it away feb 14). Victoria B.C. , Island Motorcycles BMW Ducati. Matty you are bang on!!! Loved the vid!! I wish you touched on the riding modes a lil more. The engine specialization, the engine braking when you take everything off, is unreal!!! when you let the bike go...... damb!!! Race mode is INSANE!!! Art on wheels with..... HOLY FCK!!! Can't wait to see your first ride vid on a broken in V2.
ABSOLUTLY!!! this was going to its new owner directly after the review... so no abuse abuse (heh heh) but def more to come on this GEM of a sport bike- congrats on the purchase... keep me posted on the upgrades you do!
I was the first in Québec ;) haha. It's an amazing bike. And yeah.. race mode is crazy. Kinda feels like you switched it to a V4 lol
@@kevinmccaig9025 the V2 is all anyone needs... youd have to be way better then me at least to max out a V4!!
Matty Motorcycle oh I know that! Haha. What I meant was, on the V2, when you switch it to Race mode, it feels like the V2 has switched into a V4! Lol. I wouldn't buy the V4 personally.
@@kevinmccaig9025 exactely!! I road me buddy's v4 b4 i desided on the V2. Wasting the upper 2-3 gears can nver use it, unless track or drag. Live in the city and my V2 boggs down in low speed. V4 was worse lol. This bike is awesome!! Ride safe! You are rolling on ART!! Beautiful!!
Planning to move up from my KTM RC 390 to this good idea? yeah or nay?
no question.... do it!
Hello from Brazil.... nice video!! here we don't have it yet just the 959 that I first tought would be the same the V2, thanks for making it clear....I agree 1198 is a fight to ride in traffic. Matt may I give you a suggestion to compare the superduke 1290 gt to superduke r , thanks and sucess my friend
i will get a GT asap..... no problem!!!
Just sold my 999, miss it,but the right guy has it now... love the V2!...960s
Love his energy, funny too. Subscribed
I liked your 1198 comparison,that's were I'm at and I wondered how the power compared,I would hope that advances have been made in the intervening years,I was disappointed to hear this V2 isn't particularly light but I'm hearing you raving about so I'm thinking this is better than any L twin thus far.
Just subbed.. love this guy ..
Thanks for the video thinking of getting one :) subbed
"My 959 guys, sucks to suck" 😂...great video lol
Reminds me a lot of the 990 ss cr.
it is red, just like the SS.... but as far as i can tell, thats where the similarites end!
Engine doesn't run belts mate. And thank goodness for that.
Buying mine this week😎
Matt I'm thinking of selling my 2019 Tuono Factory for the V2 to ride mostly on track. Is that a good idea? Thoughts?
@Don’t call me why not? any particular reason?
Nice video bro
I’m thinking to buy this byke or a bmw s1000rr 2020
What do you think is a better option?
What about the stalling issue?
I just got the white one
Aww man... I was all for trading my 600rr in for one of these, then you mentioned they still have the belts in the engine!
That has put me off for sure
better you know- still a great machine- new world compared to the honda
does this have a better electronics than the 1299S panigale?
Ducati doesn’t use belts on the superquadro engine ...
Top speed?
i didnt run it all the way out- it is a dealerships bike, but the power is similar to a 750 GSXR or an MV 800, and i have topped both of those out in the 160-170 range... i would imagine its close to there
1million mph
That bike doesn’t have timing belts . That bike has CHAINS
1299 > V2
For the $ and reliability, comfort and user friendliness, the gixer 750 is still a better bike and can be had for about 60% of the price of this.
Have had a couple of GSXR750’s in the past but riding Ducati is special.
@@JericVillaflores I'm sure, BUT, which 1 are you faster on? BTW, I had an RC51 and 3rd gear is good for everything and that's the problem with V/L twin liter bikes. I've got a correctly modded SV650S now.
@@vannevels6758 for me being fast isn’t necessarily which bike is faster based on manufacturer specifications, I’d prefer usable power and Ducati V twins(748, 899,959 that I’ve owned and soon to be V2) will be my choice…
@@JericVillaflores are you gonna do some track days?
@@vannevels6758 have tracked my Ducati’s but not when I had my gixxer.
No good if you live somewhere warm,melting your bells to look cool…pass!
The V2 had another predecessor that you're conveniently forgetting, the 2012 1199 Panigale. The 1199 had 172 HP and a top speed of 177 mph. This "new" V2 has a revised, two-piece fairing - to revise the airflow around the engine - and a much smaller engine. In my opinion, the V2 is a BIG step down from the 1199.
I have had my v2 For a months itsgorgeous steering is superb just saving up for exhaust
They’re in different leagues though. The 1199 was replaced by 1299, and now V4.
This replaced the 899/959.
@@TheZallene, the V4 is in a different - 4 cylinder - league, for sure, but the the "new" V2 and the 2012 1199 Panigale are both 2-cylinder bikes and very similar underneath their fairings. All Ducati did was change the Panigale's fairing to allow better air circulation.