Ducati ST4 S Sport Bike reviews

Everything about this motorcycle rocks. Power, handling, brakes, software, comfort. Love it! So fast! WOW! The balancing characteristics are fabulous. Just so easy to drive in corners, and so safe feeling. Solid, as you’d expect! Show less

The **Ducati Multistrada 950S** strikes a perfect balance between performance, comfort, and versatility. With its 950cc engine, it offers **more than enough power** for spirited rides without being overly heavy or intimidating, making it a great option for both seasoned riders and those newer to adventure touring. Ducati is renowned for building **fast, high-performance motorcycles**, and the 950S lives up to that reputation with smooth acceleration and sporty handling. One of its standout features is its **comfort**—thanks to an upright riding position, plush seat, and advanced suspension, it's built for long-distance touring without fatigue. Add in Ducati’s premium build quality and advanced tech, and the 950S becomes an incredibly well-rounded machine that’s just as happy carving up twisty roads as it is cruising on the highway. While service can be a little pricey, that’s expected with most European brands. But the tradeoff is worth it—you're getting a bike that's incredibly fun to ride and built to perform. Show less

The 2022 Ducati Supersport 950S is a stunning blend of sport performance and everyday usability, offering riders an exhilarating experience on both the track and the street. Here's a breakdown of its features and performance: Engine: Powered by a 937cc Testastretta 11° twin-cylinder engine, the Supersport 950S delivers 110 horsepower and 69 lb-ft of torque. This engine provides ample power across the rev range, making it suitable for both spirited riding and daily commuting. Design: The Supersport 950S features sleek, aggressive styling that pays homage to Ducati's racing heritage. With its distinctive fairings and aerodynamic design, the bike not only looks great but also offers excellent wind protection for the rider. Electronics: Ducati has equipped the Supersport 950S with a comprehensive suite of electronic aids, including Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), and multiple riding modes (Sport, Touring, Urban). These systems work together to enhance the bike's performance and safety in various riding conditions. Suspension and Handling: The Supersport 950S comes standard with fully adjustable Öhlins suspension, allowing riders to fine-tune the bike's handling to their preferences. Combined with its lightweight chassis and agile handling characteristics, the Supersport 950S offers precise cornering and excellent stability at high speeds. Brakes: With Brembo brakes front and rear, the Supersport 950S offers impressive stopping power and precise brake feel. Whether on the street or the track, riders can rely on the bike's braking performance to confidently navigate any situation. Technology: In addition to its electronic rider aids, the Supersport 950S also features a full-color TFT display that provides essential information at a glance, including speed, gear position, fuel level, and more. The display is easy to read in all lighting conditions and can be customized to suit the rider's preferences. Overall, the 2022 Ducati Supersport 950S is a versatile and thrilling motorcycle that combines performance, style, and technology in a package that's equally at home on the track or the street. Whether you're a seasoned rider looking for a capable sportbike or a newcomer seeking an accessible entry point into the world of Ducati, the Supersport 950S delivers an exhilarating riding experience that's sure to impress. Show less

This is an awesome adventure bike. Here are what I consider to be the pros of this bike: 1. It has brutal amounts of power on tap (170hp!) but a very refined power delivery 2. Huge amounts of low end torque to get off the line and out of the hole 3. Sounds pretty awesome also with the Acro pipe it comes with 4. Very relaxed riding position for those long rides 5. Comes with saddle bags as part of the package 6. You can get low and high option saddles for it 7. Heated grips and heated seat 8. Active cruise control is amazing with blind spot detection There are also some things I didn’t particularly like about it compared to other bikes: 1. Honestly the saddle is not that soft so my ass hurts on long rides, but overall it’s pretty decent. The high saddle I use is a bit softer than the stock one. 2. The quick shifter works awesome if you are on the gas or in higher gears, but 1st to 2nd at low speeds is a bit rough. Going slow I usually go to 2nd with the clutch. 3. The 19” front wheel is probably awesome for going off road but I prefer the 17” sport bike feel. Maybe the V4 pikes peak would be better for folks who want sport bike handling. 4. The built in navigation using the Ducati app is not very good. I put my phone up there and use that instead. Show less

I bought my 2003 yellow ST4s after I totaled my 2003 HD Sportster. Let's see why I would have considered the Ducati. Better bags, better handling, superior brakes (which I could have used before), performance beyond belief and looks that strike envy everywhere I go. Only folks who equal the attention my bike gets is my BMW friends. The other day I was at Portland International Raceway. About 200 bikes where there and immediately a crowd gathered around my bike. Okay, the chick who parked her Honda next to mine might have something to do with it. Show less

When I first got the bike I took a 200 mile trip with it to get used to it, it ran superbly, the sound and feel is exhilerating, hadles superbly, the way a Sport Touring machine should. Plenty of torque to get you there in a hurry, with great looks and comfort. There are some modifications that need to be made, as well as any bike would need, I think the Corbin Saddle would greatly enhance the long distance aspect. A set of bar risers would be nice as well, aftermarket exhaust, chip, K&N Filter and possibly a 14 tooth front sprocket. The only complaints I have of this bike is the low RPM operation in gear, you constantly have to ride the clutch in traffic because of the gearing, I think a smaller front sprocket would fix that. Another thing is the lighting, stock it is not the greatest, I took the headlight apart, cleaned the film on the inside, replaced the bulb with a Sylvania Silverstar H3 and added some small driving lights under the front fairing, that has increased the lighting tremendously. Show less

Heavy, underpowered, broke. Frame flex was terrible so it was too weak on the track but yet it was to sport oriented to be comfortable on long trips. Sorry Ducati fans but this is bike will require care that I, as a motorcycle "rider", am not willing to give. When you put 4k miles/month on a bike Ducati cannot fill the bill. Parts availability, parts quality, engineering were some of the areas that this particular bike fell short in. I cared for it meticulously and it still broke due to poorly engineered/manufactured parts. Show less

We had our 2001 ST4 for about 2 months before putting it up for the winter a week ago. In that time we put 1600 miles on it. We've had no mechanical problems, and we've constantly gotten compliments on our bike. We installed a set of bar risers and we're planning on installing the taller windscreen before we go on vacation next summer - we're thinking about going to Cape Cod, a 1200 mile trip and have no qualms about riding the bike so far. We're curious about how the Corbin seat might improve riding comfort. The only real complaint I would have is the time and labor involved in removing the bag rails etc. We're not hard-core sport riders, and the bike is definitely more than able to handle any sport-riding we would do. As a passenger, the seat is pretty comfortable even on long hauls unless you spend much time on the very end of the seat where the cushion is considerably thinner. The bags seem to have plenty of room to pack for a week of vacation. As newlyweds, we look forward to several years of riding with this bike. Show less

I've owned my ST4 just 6 weeks and have come to realize that I never really experienced true motorcycling before owning Ducati. The bike has been absolutely perfect...not a single quality related issue has surfaced and its pure joy to ride. The ST4 is extremely powerful and responsive, with terrific handling and control and a very smooth application of power to the road. Shifting is smooth and precise, although a bit of effort is involved. For such a substantial machine, it is extremely agile--it reminds you of its sport bike heritage from the moment you press the starter until you shut it down. In fact, this motorcycle inspires so much confidence, I need to watch myself. The motorcycle wants to run, and run fast! At 80 mph+ you feel like you are just getting started. Not only is the power there and accessible, but the bike is rock steady. I put a Corbin seat on--it's great. And I'm taking the saddlebag rails off and re-mounting the turn signals for a trimmer look. This motorcycle is better than anything I have ever ridden and I recommend it without reservation to anyone who want to really enjoy riding around town, in the country, or on twisties--the more the better! Show less

I've been ridin' for bout seven years now. I have ridden and owned many bikes from my first Yamaha 550 to last year's 996S. But the ST4 will be a bike I keep ALWAYS, did some mods, pipes, chip & KN filter and the thing goes pretty damn good, looks great and the comfort is unbelievable for my 6'1 frame 230 pounds. I rode it one day for close to 300 miles got off and my ass wasn't screamin' at all! If torque is your gig, and comfort a priority while lookin' damn good and handling great at the same time don't pass up on this bike!! Even though spring 2001 will probably put either a RSV Mille "R" or GSXR 1000 in my garage, this Ducati will always stay! Long Live Ducati! Show less