Went out for a Multistrada; Came home with a Hyperstrada

Hello, Folks:

New to the forum, new do Ducatis!

As the thread title states, I was pretty interested and sold on getting the new 2017 Multistrada. I had done an excessive amount of research online for a couple of weeks and thought I had my mind made up. So I made my way to the local Ducati dealer here in Chicago. When I walked in they had one sitting pretty much right as you walked in the door.

First Thoughts - Holy Hell, that bike is A LOT bigger than I expected. I quickly questioned my Internet Decision and started walking around the bike to take in just how big it was. It was too big for me. I was bummed as I was pretty much dead set on getting one.

After a bit a sales person freed up and came to talk to me. I voiced my issues with the Multistrada and my disappointment on how much bigger it was than I'd thought. He asked me if I'd considered the Hyperstrada? I said I wasn't even aware of the model? Well it just so happened that they had a leftover 2016 with Three miles on it. I went and looked at it and boy, this was way closer to the type/size of motorcycle that I was looking for being in an urban environment and no intentions of cross country rides.

Long story (not so) short....I ended up getting the bike for what I think is a fair price. I've had it for Seven days and have put 113 miles on it so far. I really am enjoying this bike a lot.

I have questions though. Where is a good place to go and look for accessories for this? What I'm specifically interested in is some sort of mount for my iPhone 7 so I can use GPS. As you all know the motorcycle has the Two 12V outlets on it for charging and adding electronics. When I opened the cover I noticed that they are significantly smaller than the American 12V Cigarette Outlets. So is the best/only way to do this to get the DIN12v to US Cigarette adapters I see online?

Any and All help/recommendations are greatly appreciated.

I would post a picture, but it currently as stock as can be and you all know what the Hyperstradas look like.

Thanks in advance!

Sloos

RSL said:

Why adaptors? Big clunky things.

I added a relay, delay and did direct wire to the battery for accessories. Relay because it is safer. Delay because it allows the bike to get full power for the start. Direct wire because it keeps all the wiring hidden.

The outlets are for my heated vest.

For motorcycle power you might look at Powerlet.com

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As I stated in my original post, I am new to this bike and ducati. So I'm looking for input on how to set things up on the bike. I've always rode sport bikes and Harley's in the past. These are completely new to me. And after a lot of searching, I'm not coming up with much online. Which is why I'm here asking questions. I'd like to know what everyone who has these is doing so I don't make any mistakes.

Thanks for the input and link. I'll check it out.

RSL said:

I have a number of threads with lots of photos.

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Thanks. I will search your threads.

I'm sort of shocked by the limited amount of aftermarket for this bike.

I love it...but I'm used to searching for these upgrades/tweeks and getting back pages of ideas.

Number one for me though is getting some sort of mount that will handle the iPhone 7.

Or is using my phone for GPS a bad idea?

shakeszilla said:

Welcome to the club!

There's some aftermarket accessories out there if you look hard enough! Everything fits with the Hypermotard so you should be able to find a few things. First things I fitted were RadGuard radiator and oil cooler guards, come frame and axle sliders, and a RAM mount for my phone. I couldn't find a clean waterproof way to get power from the sockets so I typically just ride with a big external battery in a Wolfman Enduro Pocket tank bag that also holds my IPass, disc lock, earplugs and headphones. Why Ducati didn't include a power socket by the handlebars is beyond my comprehension. Not much room in it but small enough to leave on the bike and throw in a backpack or the saddle bags when parked so it doesn't get snatched.

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I was suspicious about the Hypermotard/Hyperstrada compatibility of some accessories. Thanks for confirming my suspicions.

I was looking at the Radiator and Oil Guards as well as the Tidy Tail for the first few mods. I'd probably order them all from EvoTech as my research so far has them at good products for these bikes.

Thanks again for your ideas and input. I appreciate them all!

monocog007 said:

There's a 12v connector underneath the headlight (intended for a GPS, is switched with the ignition) that is easily tapped into to add a charger for your phone. Look for the thread on here detailing how to use it.

Personally I have a small 12v to 5v buck converter with 2 USB ports. The USB cable/ports hang underneath my left handlebar switch cluster and have rubber caps to keep them water tight. The buck converter mounts right on the top of the triple clamp hidden from view.

As for the outlets, they are called powerlet, bmw, or DIN connector. There's a wide variety of options if you'd want to get accessories. I just carry a Powerlet to standard 12v adapter in my toolkit under the seat. That was the cheapest option.

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I had heard that there was a 12v connector somewhere behind the headlight. I will look for the thread (The thread may actually be where I read about this. Didn't some guy splice or something and people told him about the outlet behind the headlight?) I will dig into this this weekend and see what I can come up with.

I will also explore the 12v to 5v converter USB route. That sounds pretty good.

I'm new to adding all of these things to bikes, so I apologize in advance for all of my upcoming questions in this thread

RSL said:

I still think the radiator guards are a waste of money because the radiator is well positioned to avoid debris thrown by the front tire.

Maybe if you ride behind riders who are roosting you with rocks. Personally, I wouldn't ride behind riders like that.

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Understood. It's not a super pricey mod, so I will take your advice and table this one for now then.

gatdammit said:

After 12K miles with no radiator guard, I don't have a single dent in the fins. I get it if you hit the dirt a lot, but only a visual upgrade for road use.

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I honestly don't see myself taking this off-road at all. So maybe it's a mod I will skip.

RSL said:

As for the 939 oil cooler, I find the position very vulnerable.

While the available online guards get a lot of style points, they greatly reduce the airflow. Not prudent for engine life.

I would make my own guard out of the same easily available material the dirt racing autos use.

Painted flat black this material would offer superior protection and minimize any airflow reduction. A case could be made that it would increase airflow by straightening the air as it passes.

LINK: Honeycomb Radiator Protectors, Aircraft Grade - Circle Track and Oval Track Parts For Sprint Cars, Late Models, Hobby Stocks, Street Stocks, and Mini Stocks

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Something to consider for sure! Thanks! Appreciate the links. Makes my searches much more convenient!

gatdammit said:

eBay has a cheap double USB powerlet adapter. A little bulky but rides well in the thigh port.

If you don't like the RAM mount option, UltimateAddons sells phone specific all weather cases that have quick detach plates for a bar mount. You just have to buy the right bar width mount (the narrow one). I used this setup for my GS5 and loved it. It has waterproof ports for headphones and charging. Only downside is they are a UK based company so shipping takes some time.

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Thank you! I love that UltimateAddOns site! That is exactly what I was looking for. Looks clean and holds the iPhone7!

I will be ordering the mount and case for sure!

Thank you thank you thank you!!