05-09-2013, 10:36 AM
Rode her in to work today. First big difference with the Duc, the Ape is a LOT quieter. I miss the deafening boom of the 1199. The V4 sounds good, especially when it gets moving and the exhaust valve opens up (they've got a valve in there to cut down on noise at low rpm). I think may have to buy an exhaust sooner than later tho, even if only a slip on. I'm thinking Akrapovic like I had on my CBR but I could probably go with the Leovince too.
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There are a lot of settings to play with so I'll need to read through the manual again. 8 levels of traction control, 3 levels of ABS, and 3 different fuel maps. The power delivery feels a little bit soft down low, it feels more tame than the Panigale. But it might just be because there's a lot less noise and vibration.
Ergonomically it's similar to the 1199, not as comfy as the CBR was. The seat is more comfortable than the 1199. The Ape seat has more padding and better contours. The turn signal is awkward tho. Seems like it's made for someone with a 7 inch long thumb.
Gotta break it in for 600 miles so gotta stay under 8500 rpm. Can't wait to hear that melodius V4 soundtrack at WFO.
There are a lot of settings to play with so I'll need to read through the manual again. 8 levels of traction control, 3 levels of ABS, and 3 different fuel maps. The power delivery feels a little bit soft down low, it feels more tame than the Panigale. But it might just be because there's a lot less noise and vibration.
Ergonomically it's similar to the 1199, not as comfy as the CBR was. The seat is more comfortable than the 1199. The Ape seat has more padding and better contours. The turn signal is awkward tho. Seems like it's made for someone with a 7 inch long thumb.
Gotta break it in for 600 miles so gotta stay under 8500 rpm. Can't wait to hear that melodius V4 soundtrack at WFO.
2018 Ducati Panigale V4
Past: 2018 Honda Civic Type-R, 2015 Yamaha R1, 2009 BMW M3, 2013 Aprilia RSV4R, 2006 Honda Ridgeline, 2006 Porsche Cayman S, 2012 Ducati 1199, 2009 Subaru WRX, 2008 CBR1000RR, 2009 Kawasaki ZX-6R, 2000 Toyota Tundra, 2005 Honda CBR600RR, 1996 Acura Integra GS-R, 1996 Acura Integra GS-R, 1997 Honda Civic EX
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Past: 2018 Honda Civic Type-R, 2015 Yamaha R1, 2009 BMW M3, 2013 Aprilia RSV4R, 2006 Honda Ridgeline, 2006 Porsche Cayman S, 2012 Ducati 1199, 2009 Subaru WRX, 2008 CBR1000RR, 2009 Kawasaki ZX-6R, 2000 Toyota Tundra, 2005 Honda CBR600RR, 1996 Acura Integra GS-R, 1996 Acura Integra GS-R, 1997 Honda Civic EX
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