821 advice

24-05-2016, 01:57 PM

I had a Monster S4 from 2001 to 09. Was a member way back then but have just re-joined.

I have had other bikes and scooters since but when I saw the 821 Stripe and read the specs I was hooked. Just had a test ride today and was not instantly wowed. The pegs were high for me, or my legs are too stiff - quite likely at my age! The engine was rougher than I expected but improved on Sport setting.

How have other 821 owners found the model? Any advice would be welcome.

24-05-2016, 02:20 PM

Sounds like you need a Diavel

Maybe consider some after market footrests that are adjustable for height?

24-05-2016, 03:42 PM

Fits me just right but 5'8" with a 29" inside leg, I moved over from a 1200GS on which an hour in the seat was the most I could do without a break and I got pins and needles in my right hand and wrist ache too, no such problems on the 821. Yep its a bit lumpy around town but keeping the engine revs high its as smooth and nippy as a smooth nippy thing. Love the slipper clutch on the down shifts too.

But I am only 53

25-05-2016, 08:13 AM

Thanks both. I have decided to try another dealer and see how another 821 compares. I have looked at after market footrests and a touring seat which is 25mm higher. A Ducati isn't just for Christmas.

25-05-2016, 12:26 PM

Just a thought, make sure the seat was in the high position, it has two heights about an inch difference.

26-05-2016, 10:08 AM

I did check and the seat height of the demo was at its highest! Thanks

26-05-2016, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nottsbiker

Sounds like you need a Diavel

That was exactly the same thought I had. 😄
I had a demo on a Diavel yesterday. Blimey!

28-06-2016, 02:00 PM

Tested another Monster and it was so different! Consequently I have picked up my new 821 Stripe today fro On Yer Bike. Definitely a case of more money/finance than sense as it has lots of extras!
Considering my early posts I had the seat lowered and no problems at all with the pegs. Love the feeling of sitting in the bike.

See some of you over the next few months?

28-06-2016, 03:06 PM

Welcome to the Stripe ownership

I have just had mine degreased, valeted, anti corrosion treated and venture shielded, looks newer than the day I picked it up and it only has a 1k on the clock.

29-06-2016, 05:34 PM

821 Stripe rules! Peg height suits me fine at 5'10". The only problem for me is that I ride with the balls of my feet on the pegs so the heel of my right foot is touching the cans. The beautiful thumping engine can be a bit lumpy around town, so clutch control is necessary, but the incredible sound of the engine echoing off the buildings easily makes up for it.

24-05-2016, 01:57 PM	#1
Red Eye Guest Posts: n/a	821 advice I had a Monster S4 from 2001 to 09. Was a member way back then but have just re-joined. I have had other bikes and scooters since but when I saw the 821 Stripe and read the specs I was hooked. Just had a test ride today and was not instantly wowed. The pegs were high for me, or my legs are too stiff - quite likely at my age! The engine was rougher than I expected but improved on Sport setting. How have other 821 owners found the model? Any advice would be welcome.

24-05-2016, 02:20 PM	#2
Nottsbiker Guest Posts: n/a	Sounds like you need a Diavel Maybe consider some after market footrests that are adjustable for height?

24-05-2016, 03:42 PM	#3
MarkF Guest Posts: n/a	Fits me just right but 5'8" with a 29" inside leg, I moved over from a 1200GS on which an hour in the seat was the most I could do without a break and I got pins and needles in my right hand and wrist ache too, no such problems on the 821. Yep its a bit lumpy around town but keeping the engine revs high its as smooth and nippy as a smooth nippy thing. Love the slipper clutch on the down shifts too. But I am only 53

25-05-2016, 08:13 AM	#4
Red Eye Guest Posts: n/a	Thanks both. I have decided to try another dealer and see how another 821 compares. I have looked at after market footrests and a touring seat which is 25mm higher. A Ducati isn't just for Christmas.

25-05-2016, 12:26 PM	#5
MarkF Guest Posts: n/a	Just a thought, make sure the seat was in the high position, it has two heights about an inch difference.

26-05-2016, 10:08 AM	#6
Red Eye Guest Posts: n/a	I did check and the seat height of the demo was at its highest! Thanks

28-06-2016, 02:00 PM	#8
Red Eye Guest Posts: n/a	Tested another Monster and it was so different! Consequently I have picked up my new 821 Stripe today fro On Yer Bike. Definitely a case of more money/finance than sense as it has lots of extras! Considering my early posts I had the seat lowered and no problems at all with the pegs. Love the feeling of sitting in the bike. See some of you over the next few months?

28-06-2016, 03:06 PM	#9
MarkF Guest Posts: n/a	Welcome to the Stripe ownership I have just had mine degreased, valeted, anti corrosion treated and venture shielded, looks newer than the day I picked it up and it only has a 1k on the clock.

29-06-2016, 05:34 PM	#10
Red-handed Guest Posts: n/a	821 Stripe rules! Peg height suits me fine at 5'10". The only problem for me is that I ride with the balls of my feet on the pegs so the heel of my right foot is touching the cans. The beautiful thumping engine can be a bit lumpy around town, so clutch control is necessary, but the incredible sound of the engine echoing off the buildings easily makes up for it.