by "AMGtech - now with more recalls!" (amgtech)
Published 04/25/2017 at 22:37
by "AMGtech - now with more recalls!" (amgtech)
Published 04/25/2017 at 22:37
Tags: Ducati Supersport
STARS: 1
More commonly known as the Ducati Supersport. Fantastic bike. Best way to describe it really is that it’s a step between a monster and a Panigale.
Riding position is more upright than a full-on sport bike, but it still handles incredibly well. Full tuck position is more akin to monster or SV than a Panigale or Daytona. The tank is easy and comfortable to grip with your knees. Cornering stability is astounding, seriously miles ahead of my monster. Absolutely confidence inspiring.
Quick shift is awesome, but the shifter takes more throw than a monster, almost more than I could do comfortably with stiff riding boots, but it might be easier for someone slightly shorter than I am because they would be less cramped. That being said, I didn’t feel at all cramped riding it and the shifter was my only complaint.
Suspension soaks up bumps nicely and doesn’t squat or dive too much, but it’s still stiffer than a monster or street triple, but not as harsh as an R6/1.
It sounds awesome, better than my monster actually. It snarls and pops and rumbles with the best of ‘em.
It’s fast, but in an approachable way, yet without being boring. It’s easy down on power from my bike, but I never found myself needing more. I would say this would be an awesome bike for anyone, even a beginner due to having multiple riding modes, but it inspires so much confidence that any noob lacking humility would likely wind up like the noob called yammie.
This might be the perfect all around bike if you want the sport bike look and performance, but ridability and comfort of a standard.
For anyone curious, no I don’t regret my monster and would still choose it over this. My monster is more useable to me and I prefer the naked look. But the notigale is a very close second and I wouldn’t hesitate to take it over a Daytona, Street/Speed Triple, any Asian bike.
"DucST3-Red-1Liter-Standing-By" (ducst3-red-1liter-standing-by)
04/22/2017 at 22:59, STARS: 0
Really would like to replace my st3 with one, but with planning a wedding and moving, not in the budget... Sad face...
"AMGtech - now with more recalls!" (amgtech)
04/22/2017 at 23:17, STARS: 0
Someday.
"AM3R, lost another burner" (am3r17)
04/25/2017 at 22:41, STARS: 0
Good first bike you say.. hmmmm
"AMGtech - now with more recalls!" (amgtech)
04/25/2017 at 22:45, STARS: 0
If you know you’re not invincible.
"AM3R, lost another burner" (am3r17)
04/25/2017 at 22:55, STARS: 0
I’m well aware. I’ve been very tempted to get a bike lately. For some reason I just lust after a Ducati or a triumph Daytona so bad.. only bike that immediately grabs my attention on the road.
"AMGtech - now with more recalls!" (amgtech)
04/25/2017 at 23:03, STARS: 0
The Daytona is pretty fantastic also. Both worth a ride if you’re considering a bike.
"AM3R, lost another burner" (am3r17)
04/25/2017 at 23:20, STARS: 0
Seems like the supersport would be a smarter bet as a first bike, with its riding modes and better position. But I’d be riding only a few months out the year, simply for fun on back roads.
"AMGtech - now with more recalls!" (amgtech)
04/25/2017 at 23:44, STARS: 0
You’re probably right. I think it’s slightly less power too, making it easier for noobs.
"AM3R, lost another burner" (am3r17)
04/26/2017 at 09:38, STARS: 0
A used Daytona wouuuuld be cheaper though... gotta take some MSF classes before I start looking for a bike anyway.
"AMGtech - now with more recalls!" (amgtech)
04/26/2017 at 09:56, STARS: 1
It would, and I’ve heard they’re actually pretty reliable. You can always get risers to make the position more comfortable too.
Definitely a good idea. Go sign up!
"AM3R, lost another burner" (am3r17)
04/26/2017 at 13:08, STARS: 0
Good point, may not be the worst idea then haha. I’m trying to find a class that isn’t already fully booked, and is on weeknights. Luckily they hold classes at a university right up the road.
"AMGtech - now with more recalls!" (amgtech)
04/26/2017 at 14:10, STARS: 1
Do it! Classes are often booked months out, don’t let it discourage you!
"bob and john" (bobandjohn)
04/30/2017 at 17:50, STARS: 0
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