I had a couple of models in mind to choose from which were the Honda CBR1000, Suzuki GSX1000R and the Ducati Multistrada to ensure I am comparing bikes having a similar engine capacity. I am 5'8" tall, 150 lbs.


CC's aren't the end all be all. The water cooled 4 valve four cylinders are pumping ...

I used to think the 696 we're ugly, then I saw one with a tail chop, Termis, and some nicely done mods, and its a great looking bike! I'll dig up the pictures from the DucatiMonsterForum...

Also, be sure to see one in person. I was a bit put off by it in pictures but it's really stunning in ...

Well I did sit on an MTS on Saturday and will take a demo ride this week. I'm not sure why I thought the sea was going to be so high. Maybe the way it was set up on the stand at the motorcycle show.

I'm not able to flat-foot it, but in fact I think I got more of my feet down on the MTS than I do ...