1199R

[Montfort]

Anyone pick up a Panigale R? Perhaps we can compare notes. Dave.

[robb916998]

I have not per chased a 1199R

But I'm pretty shur I would have to by a new mop and bucket to have handy in the garage ! You no , to mop up all the Drewl !!

Seriously , pretty stelar bike for the money ! I am absolutely guted I spent more for a 998FE then what a 1199R sells for .

And yes , I have been considering the liquidation sale to go get the R !!

What is your take on the Ducati 1199R
??

[Montfort]

I find the bike to be truly sensational. Very different in just about every respect to the 1198 and quite the handful in a most positive way. The electronics are amazing. A most exciting machine. Next year it sees Mosport for certain. Regards, Dave (22).

[robb916998]

I was shocked at the ergonomics of the 1199 over the 1098 ! it feels like the seat is so much closer the the bars .I dident have to reach for the bars with made me feel like i had more control . the motor makes power in different spots ,I didn't think it had a hole in the mid range as I have herd it described .but it definitely picks up power in the upper rpm !!

[Montfort]

The pull in the lower rev range has been improved on all Panigale models with the availability of new engine mapping. Still doesn't match the 1098/1198 however until you approach 8k when it then kind of goes berserk right up to the rev limit. Definitely keeps you awake and hanging on...

[robb916998]

post picks !!

[Montfort]

Only around 20 - 25 of the 1000 1199Rs made for WSB homologation purposes came to Canada. 200 - 250 to North America.
Dropped by GP Bikes early yesterday and learned that they were able to get 5 total.
Haven't heard from any member yet re ownership. Dave (22).