Introduction (V4 owner)

Great to have you with us; it is a fabulous machine and we look forward to hearing more about it. I imagine by now you know about the tradition in the forum of inviting everyone round for a test ride......


(all traditions have to start at some point)
 
Hello Gizmo , I hope you love your new V4 and get lots of trouble free , enjoyable miles of riding. I appreciate your sharing this experience with us , as many of us will never even see one in real life.
 
Sorry to be cheeky, but could you tell me how your sidestand retracts ie is it's motion cushioned with a bump stop or something? I desperately need to find a solution to the horrendous sound that comes from the V4SS models when you flick the sidestand up. This is just a gentle flick in the video, but when retracting it from being parked up, it very loudly strikes the carbon.

 

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Stu Bodycote said:
Sorry to be cheeky, but could you tell me how your sidestand retracts ie is it's motion cushioned with a bump stop or something? I desperately need to find a solution to the horrendous sound that comes from the V4SS models when you flick the sidestand up. This is just a gentle flick in the video, but when retracting it from being parked up, it very loudly strikes the carbon.

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Interesting as I've not noticed an issue with this. Let me take a look in the morning and I will report back.
 
Post resurrection here.

I test rode a Manx Silver version this last Saturday- 29th June 2024) from South Downs Norton.

Now trying to talk myself into PXing my Panigale V4SP. On a value for money basis the Panigale V4 walks it but it doesnt have "Norton" on the tank! Neither does it sound as good.
 
istanbulian said:
Post resurrection here.

I test rode a Manx Silver version this last Saturday- 29th June 2024) from South Downs Norton.

Now trying to talk myself into PXing my Panigale V4SP. On a value for money basis the Panigale V4 walks it but it doesnt have "Norton" on the tank! Neither does it sound as good.
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You are the target market ! Good luck with your choice.
 
istanbulian said:
Post resurrection here.

I test rode a Manx Silver version this last Saturday- 29th June 2024) from South Downs Norton.

Now trying to talk myself into PXing my Panigale V4SP. On a value for money basis the Panigale V4 walks it but it doesnt have "Norton" on the tank! Neither does it sound as good.
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If you do buy one, we must have all pertinent information related the V4's performance, fit, finish, and ownership experience.
And photos, of course.🤯
 
istanbulian said:
Post resurrection here.

I test rode a Manx Silver version this last Saturday- 29th June 2024) from South Downs Norton.

Now trying to talk myself into PXing my Panigale V4SP. On a value for money basis the Panigale V4 walks it but it doesnt have "Norton" on the tank! Neither does it sound as good.
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Interesting (and familiar) dilemma. The Pengale is clearly a more capable machine than the Norton V4, when we talk extreme (useable?) performance. But I guess it’s what we want/expect from our machines - what ownership experience we’re looking for.

Is the Duc just the latest hyperbike, to be sold in a couple of years for the next. Mega performance - zero connection. Would the Norton inspire a bit of ‘ownership’?

My 961 is not even the best bike I own, but it’s my only keeper. I guess the question relates to a connection (or otherwise) to the marque and that age old biker desire for a bit individuality, in an environment where todays ubiquitous offerings appear almost identical.

Ok, ok, so I’m clearly biased! Buy the Norton, report back your every move and post lots of pics!! You know ya want to!😁👍
 
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