Mike's Tenere & Motorcycle Blog

2017 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro w/Travel Pack Ergos: You sit IN this bike on a non adjustable std 35” high (optional 33.5 - 34.25” low seats available) firm, thin looking u shaped seat that limits fore/back movement dramatically…the back half of the seat curves up adding pressure points to my seat bones that had me taking notice before the end of the 40 min demo ride…almost immediately you become aware of a little heat transfer from the rear cylinder that had me questioning if it had a heated seat set on low (had same observation with the KTM 1290 Adventure, so perhaps a v-twin trait) The 50mm higher bars are a short reach & of decent height/width with a comfortable bend but still require bar risers for my 6’ 1” frame for standing & would need to be more forward for standing ….the cockpit feels intimate & closer vs the S10 & GS Knee bend is more than the Super Tenere’s with its seat in low position & despite the visual presence that the seat should be low becaus...