OLD WINE IN A NEW BOTTLE
DUCATI HAVE NOT TRIED TO RE-WRITE A proven recipe; they have simply improved the existing model with small but significant changes such as a lighter clutch, a roomier riding position (10 millimetres more between pegs and seat), and a large saving on unsprung weight, thanks to 1.7-kg lighter wheels from the premium Multistrada V4.
Ducati rolled out the red carpet and organized a two-day road test to enable us to get a flavour for their “entry-level” Multi V2 S, including an epic tour around Tuscany in northern Italy. The Bologna factory wanted us to “discover the beauties of this territory, its culture, food, and wine… and to introduce you to the true spirit of the new Multistrada V2”. Which does not sound like the worst job in the world. With the optional panniers packed with enough kit for a few days, we headed out into the stunning scenery.
It is surprising how many “essentials” you can fit into the Multi’s new panniers. I could have easily packed more. At 26 litres, the right pannier is slightly smaller
