New addition to the garage

[auggius]

While my VFR is sitting waiting for repairs (https://www.vfrdiscussion.com/index.php?/forums/topic/113334-burnt-stator-connector/), I bought a new-to-me 2014 Ducati Multistrada S Touring. It was in the works before the r/r died again on my VFR. 

I rode home 700 km and the dirt bike ergonomics are perfect for me. Felt fresh after a long day in the saddle while the VFR was causing me some neck and hip pain. 

Despite being 10 years old, it's in immaculate condition. It's got 38K km and came with a bunch of goodies like a Termignoni slip on exhaust, carbon fibre bits and the comfort seat. I probably wouldn't have done many of these myself but for the price, I think it was worth it. 

I wanted/lusted after one ever since riding one during a Ducati demo days in 2010. Time and depreciation has made it affordable, and since I'm turning 64 in a couple of months, I figured I had better do it sooner than later. 

Here's a few pictures of it in its new home next to the VFR. And since my office is in the garage, I can glance to my left and see both of my bikes. Not too bad. 

 

[vfrcapn]

Congrats, they make good companions.

 

[auggius]

Thanks, and colour coordinated too. 

[superfunkomatic]

That's a terrific bike. Another great V4! Perfect bike for touring and ripping through the Kootenays.

[auggius]

Actually this is the 1198 V-twin (or L-twin as some call it) engine, but still super fun for riding here.

[DrErgal]

Great bike!
As an Italian, I can only be happy and proud about seeing that (although my true love is for Guzzi's ❤️)
Enjoy! 🤙

[vfrpilot28]

Great looking ride!  I have two friends with the multistrada.  Very nimble and good looking machines.  

[auggius]

Thanks Crockett.