The MAM Journals- Ducati Monster S4RS.First Impressions.

As I increasingly ride more upright bikes and, being a fan of the 998 Testastretta engine originally fitted to the 996r, , it was perhaps only a matter of time before I ended up with an S4RS.
Briefly touching on the first , 1993 M900 Monster , the video talks through the liquid cooled S4 range before focusing on the two 998 engined versions made between 2006 and 2008.

S4 Range
2001-2002 S4 - 916cc
2003-2004 S4R- 996cc
2006-2008 S4RS- 998cc- Ohlins Suspension. Based on the 999 engine.
2007 S4R Testastretta -998cc Showa and Sachs suspension

A static review that compares the bike with others of the same period . Virtually the last of the "high" power , no tech generation, what are they like to ride compared to modern, more powerful, technology enhanced bikes ? Museum pieces or still relevant today? My first impressions...

Other MAM journals are available..   • The MAM Journals  

The video on the Ducati 996r can be found at :    • The MAM Journals-Ducati 996R