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Hi, I have a new 2026 Multistrada V4 Rally and I've experienced engine stalling three times while riding. It always happens under harder braking with the clutch lever pulled in — the revs drop through idle and the engine cuts out completely. The bike restarts immediately without any issue. I know there was some software update in 2024 due to similar issue, but 2026 model should have it already. Did anyone solve this issue?

Hello,

What are some good standalone backrest options for my passenger on a 26 Multi V2S?

We will have one as part of the top case but won’t always be using it.

Thanks.

Has anyone done a decat without also doing a remap? I’m wondering if it’s possible to just get the decat done without a retune. Probably go with LeoVince and just my stock slip on.

A dealership told me that in order for the bike to run properly, a remap is also required and they quoted me around $1,000 here in Canada for the software update alone. How is the remap more expensive than the link pipes themselves? Why is the software more expensive than yhe hardware?

Howdy! I‘ve experienced this twice now on the same switch back laden back road; the back brake just fades to nothing so the lever just goes all the way to the end of its travel. never had it on the same stretch on previous bikes. Any thoughts lads!

Hi there folks. I own 2026 V4s - just had my break in service done so 1000km ridden. I’ve ridden V4s before for a few days and test driven 2025 as well. I’d like to ask your opinion regarding engine noise. Nothing particular I.e no knock or whine - it’s just loud. Like really loud - compared to my boxer bmw. Is that normal? Is the GranTurismo simply a loud engine? Am I paranoid? 😁

Thanks!

Michalski

2016 Enduro, looks like fuel sensor's finally died,, RIP it's done well I suppose.

Hello,

My new Multistrada V2S comes in this Friday and I would like to order a Carplay device for it. I think Carpuride is recommended.

Just curious if anyone has used one, thoughts on it? I think I can get a cross bar for mounting in on the windscreen?

Would love some info!

Thanks.

I have never been very good at looking after bikes in the past.
I have a propensity to be a bit neglectful, but...
I have Just bought a 2017 Ducati Multistrada 950 (It's coming next week!).
I want to know if it's overkill?
I asked Claude (AI) how I should look after it properly and it gave me this...

Maintenance Schedule

2017 Ducati Multistrada 950  — No chain: toothed belt drive

Every Ride  /  Weekly (if not riding)

Task	Notes
Tyre pressures	Use a reliable gauge — not forecourt pumps
Tyre condition	Check for cuts, embedded debris, unusual wear
Brake fluid levels	Front and rear reservoirs visible without tools
Lights & instruments	Quick function check before setting off
Drive belts (quick visual)	Look for obvious cracking or fraying whilst cold
Weekly: 10–15 min run	Must reach full operating temp — cold short starts cause more harm than not starting

Monthly  /  Every 500 Miles

Task	Notes
Tyre pressures (gauge)	Correct pressures critical for handling on the 950
Brake pads	Inspect visually through caliper — replace before minimum thickness
Drive belt inspection	Run finger along inside face — check for cracks, glazing, fraying
Coolant level	Check expansion tank, not main radiator
Clutch freeplay	Adjust at lever; refer to owner's manual for spec
Brake lever freeplay	Front and rear
Chain lube	N/A — belt drive. No lubrication required

Annual Service  /  Every 7,500 Miles

Task	Notes
Engine oil & filter	Fully synthetic 15W-50. Do not use cheaper alternatives
Valve clearance check	Desmodromic system — mechanical closers, must be checked manually
Drive belts — inspect	Check condition; replace if at 2-year or 15,000-mile limit
Spark plugs	Replace per schedule
Air filter	Inspect; replace if dirty or at service interval
Brake fluid (both circuits)	Hygroscopic — replace regardless of appearance or mileage
Coolant condition	Check concentration and colour; replace if degraded
Throttle body sync	Check at service — idle quality indicator
Fork seals	Check for weeping; replace if oil present on stanchions

Major Service — Desmodromic Valve & Belt Replacement

Interval	Task	Notes
Every 15,000 miles or 2 years	Desmo valve clearance service	Fairings off, belts off, full inspection. Budget for significant labour cost.
Every 15,000 miles or 2 years	Drive belt replacement	TIME-limited, not mileage-only. A 2-year belt on 5,000 miles must still be replaced.
Every 2 years	Brake fluid replacement	If not done at annual service
Every 2 years	Coolant replacement	If not done earlier

⚠  The desmo service is the most expensive routine job on any Ducati. Never defer it — belt failure = engine destruction.

Garage / Storage (Meaco DD8L Junior running)

Situation	Action
Not riding for 3–4 weeks	Run to full operating temperature before storage period begins
Storing over winter	Add fuel stabiliser; run briefly to circulate through injectors
Long-term static storage	Paddock stands front and rear — removes tyre flat-spot risk
Tyre storage surface	Keep off bare concrete; use rubber mats or stands
Cover	Breathable indoor cover even with dehumidifier running
Side/centre stand long-term	Avoid leaving on stand for months — tyre contact patch takes a set
Battery	Use an Optimate or CTEK trickle charger for any period > 2–3 weeks

First-Year Checks (2017 Bike — Verify Regardless of History)

Check	Action
Service history	Confirm desmo service was done on schedule (every 2yr / 15k)
Drive belts	Check condition AND date — time-expired belts must be replaced
Brake fluid	Bleed and replace both circuits regardless of stated history
Fork seals	Inspect for oil weeping on stanchions
Coolant	Check concentration, colour, and pH if possible
Fastener condition	Check for surface rust on exposed bolts; treat with ACF-50
Tyre age	Check DOT date code (4 digits, week/year) — replace if > 5 years

Service history records should show dealer stamps or independent specialist receipts with dates and mileages.

Quick Reference Summary

Frequency	Key Jobs
Every ride	Tyres, lights, brake fluid level, belt visual (weekly: run to temp)
Monthly / 500 mi	Tyre pressures, brake pads, belt feel, coolant, lever freeplay
Annually / 7,500 mi	Oil & filter, valve check, belts inspect, spark plugs, brake fluid
Every 2 yrs / 15k mi	Desmo valve service, belt replacement (do NOT skip or defer)
Storage	Full temp run, fuel stabiliser, paddock stands, trickle charger

Last week I test rode the Multi V2S, I really liked it... BUT... The suspension I didn't. I had it setup in dynamic mode with rider+passenger preload as I'm 95kg, but with those settings it felt a bit "floaty" and with not much feedback on the front end.

I currently own another "adventure tourer" with electronic suspension and I don't like it, specially because if you're not the weight the designers had in mind getting aftermarket springs, is pretty much impossible. At least the bike that I have now allows for manual preload adjustment on both ends, which even maxed out is not enough to get the sag in the ballpark, but its better than nothing.

I was 90% on buying the Multi, so I went back to the dealership to get more information about the suspension. As the salesman was explaining me the suspension I came to realize... There is no front preload!? Preload is only on the rear.

OK, look more closely at the rest of the settings and you can only select from soft to hard on the "damping"? There is no compression/rebound adjustments.

And then I realized only the left fork leg has an electrical connection, so what is the right fork doing? Is it a split function setup, with hydraulics on the left leg and a dummy cartridge and spring on the right leg? (That'd be awesome as then there is hope for aftermarket springs).

Does anyone know what is the target rider/passenger weight the bike is setup from the factory?

Honestly I'm 50% on this bike now, I'm too much of a suspension snob to live with a pogo bike.

Been wondering about this for a while as I use pretty much front break exclusively (outside of parking lot speed stuff) - the manual says that rear break is applied if you apply only front, but the front is not applied if rear brake is used. So the question is, in a panic stop, am I good to just mash on the front since the rear will be applied as well?

Hi all, hoping to get some pointers here please. I’m currently on tour in the Pyrenees from the UK. I had a minor mishap earlier today where I dropped my Multistrada V4 at very low speed (maybe 10mph, lost the front end on gravel coming out of a very tight hairpin).
The side panels looked to have taken the brunt of the impact and are badly scratched although not cracked.
However when I started riding the bike again I noticed the handlebar was pointing slightly left with the front wheel at a straight ahead position. The rest of the bike seems perfectly OK, all systems appear to be working fine and there are no fluid leaks.
I’m riding back to the U.K. in a day and I’m not sure how serious an issue this could be. I can’t believe the fork legs could have twisted with such a low speed impact so I’m thinking maybe the bar is bent?
Anyone experienced this? Any pointers as to what it could be and whether I should plan to visit a dealer before travelling back? Thank you.
TLDR: OP had a low speed tumble while on tour. Bike appears ok except the handlebar which is slightly misaligned to the front wheel. OP wants to know if this is a major issue, or minor enough that a local ducati dealer could fix quickly.