Keys, lessons, modes, DTC and jumping a Multistrada

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There are a whole lot of advanced electronics on a Multistrada 1200S, even the black ghost being a 2011 model (minus Ducati Skyhook Suspension of the current model), still has a full suite of electronically adjustable suspension, ABS and DTC (Ducati Traction Control). That’s before you even turn the thing on. Keys Speaking of that, I lost a …

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Multistrada in micro

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Got a new lens for my trust Olympus EPL-2 PEN and now I love the little micro four-thirds more than ever. The 17mm fixed lens is really small and compact whereas the big flashy 14-150mm is a great all round super zoom lens, it takes up heaps of room. 

Comparing front wheel sizes

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Something I have never really understood from a practical sense is what the big difference is with front wheels sizes. Every man and his dog have tried different explanations on me but none of them sink in. So when I found this video review on YouTube I was really chuffed to get a really practical …

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Ducati Hypermotard 2013 pricing

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This one snuck under the radar while I was out riding with Ducati Australia confirming pricing across the 2013 range. Props to Scott the Kiwi for reminding me! It’s a bit of an exciting time if you are in the market for a new bike, there is so much going on with cross over models and nakeds …

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Cheap mods and a three day growth

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I’ve been sick of looking at that rear fender from day dot of owning my Hyper but because it’s a Ducati and because I have two left hands when it comes to anything to do with tools I’ve just let it sit there and annoy me. But today after reading notanothermotorcycleblog and having a chat with ‘Big …

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Tyres do my head in

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How does an enthusiast learn about what tyres are the best for your bike? Forums? Magazines? The trusted dealer? It’s impossible to know. I’ve done all of the above and I’ve also learnt to take all of the above with a pinch of salt. When it comes down to it you need to rely on …

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