Good to find you in good health Neil and still enjoying your riding, liking the new multistrada v2s, looking forward to future vids, always a good watch especially the running commentary on the advanced riding, good to see back.

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Great to hear from you and hope all's well? Heart still ticking and the new V2S opens up some new opportunities!

All the best for 2024, hope your still enjoying biking and the Ducati v2s

@Back2TheBike

6 ай бұрын

Thanks folks. Less posting these days due to other projects and I do ride less than I did due to health issues. Still ticking though! Happy new year to you!

Great first ride/impressions. I bought a V2s a year ago after coming from a r1200gs as I was struggling with the weight. Never looked back. The Ducati is nimble, lightweight and great fun. Have done 7,500miles including a trip to Italy and it’s never missed a beat. I too bought from Ducati Notts & Curtis & the Team were fantastic. Look forward to your later videos/comments 👍 Ps the screen is adjustable and I find it ok in the middle setting for my 5’10” height

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Nice review. It seems to tick all the boxes, maybe a little tall and top heavy are my only issues.

Great first ride video, looking forward to the follow up's, nice to see you back on YT. Chris

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, thanks for the feedback. I've got a few vids planned. I'm looking forward to some cold weather rides.

Glad you are still about, you inspired me tp get a bmw rt1200 as my 1st bike after 16 years break....it was nerve racking 1st ride but soon as i realised the balance once moving and surprisingly easy cornering I am hooked

@Back2TheBike

9 ай бұрын

Soon comes back doesn't it?! Now get yourself a free IAM check ride!

Good to see you back Neil and riding in an area very familiar to me on my 1200RT - bought a little after your own purchase and persuaded by your reviews. Nearly 5 years and 35,000 miles later (and temporarily added to with, now sold, 310R and 900XR machines) the RT continues to put a smile on my face with winter weather protection that remains I feel second to none. They still remember you at Wollaston, the latter location beginning shortly a huge refurbishment that will last at least a year but end up with a mezzanine floor and full canteen. A place of destination is promised...

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Hi Kevin, long time no speak! Hope all's well. Now being a Ducati man haven't been to Wollastons for a few years. I loved the RT but it got a little big for me after the heart issue. Presume you've completed your IAM long since?

@kevinmobile

Жыл бұрын

@@Back2TheBike Hi Neil, I had a couple of goes at RoSPA, quite interesting, but found their Sundays always coincided with my own ride outs. I'll try again in due course I'm sure. My RT must be 300 kg with all its bells and whistles but you know what they say..."it all disappears when you are moving!". One thing I've noticed compared to say my 900XR is that the sheer size of the machine gives you 'presence' - and to some degree respect. For other road users It's almost as if you are in a small car...

Thank you for the video Neil. I chuckled when you mentioned the mirrors - it was the first thing that struck me when I rode my V2S for the first time! Great view, very little vibration and one of the steps forward over the 950, I understand. Your experiences sound very much like my first impressions - I moved from a Honda CB500X, but also ride BMW RTs as a Blood Biker - so recognise the weight differences!! I am also 6' tall, and at first I thought the screen turbulence was a real problem, but I must admit I have grown more used to it and don't find it nearly as objectionable as I did - perhaps colder turbulence during the winter might spur me on to investigate a solution - we'll see - I will watch with interest what options are discussed here. Keep up the good work and enjoy your bike; I love mine 🙂

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Hi Alan. Thank you for your bloodline service. Agree with your comment on rear vis. Theres definitely more turbulence than the Monsters clean air flow. Long term may cause tinnitus and does impact the mic in my lid too. Got a couple of ideas though.

Hi Neil good to see you out and about did a bike change for the same reasons went from h2sxse to r1250 gsa loved being out but found the bike took too much out of me . Still on the the training just finishing my masters following on from the back to the bike series thanks for the early push down that road . keep the content coming thanks Nigel

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like a similar journey to my own Nigel. Well done with the Masters. More stuff on the way!

Welcome back Neil and nice bike.

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Thankyou! Yes, should keep me interested for the next few years! Lots to learn.

Welcome back Neil, great to see you healthy & well (ish)😊 good choice of bike for the superb road surfaces Northamptonshire has to offer 😆🙈 Canons Ashby is part of a regular loop for me when out and about, always seem to have to take a detour somewhere along the way due to HS2 though. No bike at the moment but have been visiting a few local dealers recently, safe riding .

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Great to hear from you Clive. I'd suggest a test ride on the V2S. Aylesbury Ducati have some nice roads. Coventry for some reason didn't return my messages, not for the first time either. Hope you're well and back on 2 wheels soon!

Great video pal

Great to see you back. Nice new bike, far more comfortable. I wonder do you even hanker back to the RT? Wishing you a very happy and healthy New Year 👍

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

I had a major heart incident 4 yrs ago so needed a lighter bike. I traded for a Monster, 85kg lighter which I had for 3 yrs, but needed more comfort so got the V2S as the multipurpose machine!

Beautiful bike, good to see you back, I have followed all your transitions with interest being of a similar retired age. I don't think I can justify the V2 especially the 'S' so I am. looking at the standard used Multstrada 950. It might be a bit too tall for me at 5'10" but we will see when I can find one to sit on. Keep the vids coming.

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Hi Barry, the MS will be fine height wise with the stock seat. The bike that does everything!

Cracking bike Neil,enjoy.

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Hi Keith - hope al's well with you. Feels like riding a magic carpet after the Monster R's raw power.

What a cracking bike . The V2 S really is spot on IMHO....Enjoy

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Hi Gordon! Seems to tick all the boxes and smacks of a thorough design. Some new adventures ahead I think.

Concgrats on your new bike! Sounds like a great fit for you. I'm a new viewer, having binge-watched all your IAM videos from beginning to end and I thoroughly enjoyed them. You have mentioned in the past your motorcycling mentor but I haven't understood what his KZread handle is. Would you please provide the link? Thanks and ride safe!

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, she's alovely machine. Dale's channel is SeaFlyFisher and you want his Masterclass series - the best instruction anywhere on the web from one who was trained and operated to the highest standard.

@wikstrom777

Жыл бұрын

@@Back2TheBike Thanks Neil, for the quick reply! I shall check it out. Cheers from a fellow OCD:er who's looking for optimization at every "corner", ha-ha!

Are you still making videos? Can't find any less than 6 months old. I'm test riding the Multistrada V4S tomorrow and appear to be making a very similar route to you Back2TheBike. I'll let you know how I get on. If you're ever in and around Worcester/shire let me know and we can meet up for a cuppa & a ride out. I've loved watching your videos.

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Hi Adrian. Yes, but lots of other projects running currently. I've just filmed a North Yorks run on the V2S but haven't finished editing. My first multiday ride and the Ducati performed brilliantly.

Nice to see you back

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris - been busy on lots of other stuff - winterising the property, researching my dad's RAF service too. Lke a bad penny I'm back though ;-)

@chrisowens3781

Жыл бұрын

@@Back2TheBike not a bad penny at all. Your very inspirational actually please keep the advance riding tips up am still doing mine. I notice no one buts the Highway Code stuff up as in is it just the signs or others stuff they ask. Do they ask the show me tell me stuff. Any tips would be much appreciated.

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

@@chrisowens3781 the Highway Code was really mentioned on my IAM course and never came up on the exam. I did have a quick glance over it and the Observers tested me on things like Stop Signs though. Check out the Seaflyfisher channel for the best instruction on advanced riding.

Hi Neil - I traded in my Monster 1200R too - COVID and no riding! I had a great time on it though. Big bike you’ve opted for - enjoy. Stay healthy. Yours aye, Alan

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Hi Alan, nice to hear from you. The MS is big but feels very agile and oh so comfortable!

I did the exact same thing last year, sold my Monster 1200s and pre ordered the Multistrada V2s Travel from my local Ducati dealer which I collected on March 2nd. I did about 2,800 miles from March 'till November (I don't ride through the winter) so am looking forward to getting it back out on the road soon. I agree with all you said about the V2s. I was starting to find the Monster a little uncomfortable after a couple of hours (I'm 62 now) but the V2s I've done a 7 hr trip and apart from fuel & food I didn't stop and only felt a little tired when i got home. A great bike which doesn't seem to get much press attention but it'll do for me !!

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Ditto all of the above Ian! I've been modding mine over the winter. A phone mount (quadlock which utilises my old RAM mount) and flip screen to try to solve the buffeting issue (I'm 6') with the tall seat. This yet to be road tested. Stay in touch!

@ianchamberlain1631

Жыл бұрын

@@Back2TheBike Looking forward seeing what you add to it. I've been restrained on this bike with stuff I've added. So far only Evo-Tec rad, oil cooler & engine guards. Also fitted the Evo-Tec satnav mount so my Garmin xt sits above the clocks. I've also replaced the horn with a Denali sound bomb mini. I like the look of the Evo-Tec hand guards but that'll prob be it I think.

I love my multstrada 1200. I've had it a while now though and fancy a change. Not sure what i could get to match it though.

@Back2TheBike

3 ай бұрын

Fully specced V2S? Lovely in grey, 20kg lighter than 1200, very perky.

Good to see you back on here Neil. I was quite suprised to see you on a Multistrada V2S having been aware of your prior reasoning for choosing the Monster after the R1200RT. Did you look at anything from BMW...F900XR, F850GS or even R1250R/RS models ? I suspect ease trade in package may have factored also. Glad you like the bike. I test rode a Ducati Streertighter V2...superb bike on NSL roads but lacked acceptable, (to me) , smoothness in an urban role. Oh & fyi I passed. I.A.M. bike test this summer.

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations and well done on your IAM! I'd ridden the Monster and MS 3 years ago (see the reviews on the channel) - remember, my key requirement now is weight (due to dodgy heart) and comfort. For that reason the BMWs are excluded - the 1250 is 265kg and I 've already owned the R1200RT when I came back to the bike. For me, the V2S is perfect - a jack of all trades but masters every one of them for my purposes. This particular machine came with a lot of goodies too, which I've blonged up a little! I got a great deal with Ducati Nottingham and superb service, but to be honest I'd already decided on the V2S.

@AW8UK

Жыл бұрын

@@Back2TheBike Somehow missed your reply earlier. Thanks Undertood & makes sense. I hope you have many enjoyable miles ahead. Thanks for your continued content Ride Safe 👍🏍

Hi watching this instead of the World Cup, you’re that good!!! What seat have you got? 835 or 850 Pls keep us up to speed with findings/ solutions on screen Is skyhook suspension worth it? Is the V2s so much better in that respect than the V2

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Hi Bev. Tall seat. For me as 6' and 33" inside leg I can (just) flat foot. Skyhook is like riding a cushion of air even on sports (where it will stay). Defo the V2S IMHO for the extra goodies. More insights to come as I get to know her.

Yes more enforced updates!

But where is Neil now? I've tried to e-mail Neil, but nothing? no uploads for a long time, hope all is okay?

@Back2TheBike

6 ай бұрын

Still ticking, just busy on other projects! Thanks for your concern.

@mastercook62

6 ай бұрын

So good to hear, many thanks👍

Great motorcycle them, servicing could be a tad pursey but worth it :)

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Greetings my liege, how art thou? First service I think is just a check so shouldn't be too bad, also 3 years warranty and roadside assitance thrown in. Hope all is well with you and Lady H!

Good to see you back Neil. Enjoy the new bike. Hope to see some more new videos from you. Where'd you find such nice dry roads. The ones my way are now now damp, slippery and covered in mud and leaves.

@Back2TheBike

Жыл бұрын

Greetings Mike, always good to hear from you. Very wet here too now in Northants, but that's one of the reasons for the MS. It provides a measure of protection. I'll be doing a foul weather video soon to prove it! Hope all is well with you and IAM?

@mikeroberts

Жыл бұрын

@@Back2TheBike All good with me thanks. Have just uploaded a video on riding on th0se slippery country back roads.

Hi Neil hope you well not had a vid from you for a while

@Back2TheBike

4 ай бұрын

Heart not great but still ticking, thank God.

@chrisowens3781

4 ай бұрын

@@Back2TheBike oh no mate. Forget the bike. Best of health to you pal.