2020 Ducati Hypermotard 950 SP in-depth review | A year with the most fun Ducati on sale 

So, throwing caution to the wind and not having the opportunity to test ride one; I bought the 950 SP this past May as birthday gift to myself. I even got it with heated grips because I live in a city with menopausal climate - hot/cold hot/cold. I did have a set of Ducati Spacers installed, because other reviewers complained about wobble-throttle. Even with the spacers installed it behaves like a rambunctious puppy in stop and go traffic hell I live in. The torque is endless and the Brembo conspire to make some stops feel like a day at the rodeo. I agree with your statement; the Hypermotard deserves more front and centre attention. The Panigales and Streetfighters were off the table because they are niche, while the Hypermotard makes doing this, that and the other lots of fun. So, yeah; it's the most fun I've had with my clothes and no chocolate syrup. Thanks for sharing this endorsement!

Had my SP for 2 years and honestly it's the most fun I've had on 2 wheels. I've done 9.5k miles and the tank range gets better with age. I've gone from 100 miles up to 125 between fill ups. The geometry and suspension make the cornering ability, not the tyres. Having Supercorsas is just willy waving as they never get hot enough in real world conditions. I do back road hooning , 300 mile days and most things in between and average 54mpg. The worst thing about the bike is saddle comfort on full days, but there aren't many of those. I also have the 959 Panigale but unfortunately COVID means 1 bike has to go. It won't be the Hypermotard!

I joined your channel on the back of the 950SP and being an owner of one myself. But please keep making the great vids, which are highly entertaining. Looking forward to hearing all about your new ride.

After i decided to get this bike and was waiting for mine to come to my local dealer I found your vids about yours, just made me want mine more. Now that i got it is freaking awsome bike. Found out about the trip counter pretty fast to, but usely ride on the total mile/km and just switch over like now and then. Keep up the good work

It'll be exciting to see what you get next Tim! And to see the exciting new places you'll be able to adventure to.

Ive had countless bikes , bought one of these 5 weeks ago with all the same bits plus full termignoni. Best fun ive ever had 👍hands down, i bought the ducabike comfort seat covers which is a vast improvement. As for your issue with the indicator switch they are self cancelling 🤯

Thanks for the great review. Since I started riding motorcycles in 2009 I always wanted a Hyper. But unfortunately, they where always to high for me to reach the ground 😢. So I started with a Suzuki DR 400 SM first and took the next step with a KTM Duke III 690 then endet up with a Husqvarna Nuda 900. This is also a wonderful bike. But I can’t help myself. I still want a Hyper 😂

Cracking bike. Never owned one. Test rode a second hand one and I was impressed.

I just found this in my saved list and just subbed. You're funny!! I love the hyoermotards. I know they're not real sumo bikes but man they're gorgeous and gotta be fun as hell

Very nice vid! I've got a 2020 701 supermoto at the moment and pretty much all the emotions you expressed in this one regarding the Hyper are pretty much the same I get on the 701. Except.. well, that the 701 feels like a toy. Or a big bicycle. And since I'm not in my teens any more (more like just starting my midlife crisis), I do want something less plasticky, something that doesn't sound like a lawnmower and isn't brushed off as a random dirtbike.. I mostly ride the city streets (not due to covid, rather my fresh new minion keeps me from wandering too far away from home), so I do like my bikes light and agile.. But more than anything else - no other bikes makes my heart beat faster just by looking at it than the Hypermotard SP!

Nice one! I think this would be my perfect bike if they still made the Hyperstrada version.

Great video as always, sir.

If I lived in a city or did mostly short rides I would have bought one of these... Ended up buying a 2020 Multistrada 1260 Enduro and LOVE it

I've got the 2015 821 non-sp, love it to death. Anyone have experience on the two (950 vs 821)? I'm also 6'3 (191 cm) and the 950 looks a little smaller. But I'm very interested in that engine bump at the low rpm + improved electronics.

Same engine in the Supersport. I may need to testride👍

I love this bike! I'm going to trade my Z1000sx in for the standard Hyper as I will only use it on the road. Tim us there a massive difference in feel from standard to SP?

I love those roads you’re on. I regularly go there with my Africa Twin and Monster 1200. I tested a 950s and would love to ride those roads with a hyper

I have a 2020, 950sp, epic ride in and around A and B roads and nearly as much fun as my 1290SAR

Different strokes different folks, i actually like the new paint / decal job much more than the 2020 and the 2022 has an updated gearbox now. Do love these bikes . like your reviews too, real world stuff

I love your presentation, and you communicate very well with an excellent presenter voice. Thank you for selecting a superb machine.

If possible could you tell me how much it is for the desmo service and oil change? Because I'm looking for a hyper 950 non sp but as a university student I gotta take care of the bike myself

I’m trading my ‘21 Aprilia RSV4RR 1100 for a ‘21 (US version so that’s the same as the one you have) 950 SP this week. I’ve had nothing but BMW RRs and RSV4s and this is the most fun I’ve had on a bike in YEARS.

The seat strap is just held on with screws on the bottom side of the seat, first thing i removed on mine. And i normally keep the dash on total miles so i dont reset the trip

Have a 1260 multi Pikes peak for last three years and may try one of these as mostly do B roads

The way round the indicator trip reset is change the setting to Temperature and toggle back to check your trip when needed

Own one and love it

Great review

I found a 2022 Hyper SP at a Harley Dealership with 900 miles on it. There were no Ducati dealerships within 3 hours of this Harley Shop so they sold it to me for $13k out the door. I have not picked it up yet but I can't wait to give it a scoot. I have a 2022 Super Duke EVO, 2023 Pikes Peak and others but I am curious how this one compares in terms of fun factor.....I have high hopes!

"flying along the road on an angry carpet".

I hear people complaining about the fact that it doesn't do clutch up wheelies. Is this true or false?

This is interesting bike, been thinking of trading my HM1100 in for this. But, looks like 1100 is going up in value, so not sure if smart move.

18 months on, is this on the shortlist again now you're not doing big miles?

How is the reliability, any problems so far?

I'm 17 now, do you think i could still drive one in 3 years ? Looking like this ?

I love the nimbleness of this bike. I used to have the 939SP. It was too angry for daily around the city. I heard that the new one has a much better ECU etc. Did you ride the old one before this?

saw you join the a24 & burn through very familiar roads! Liking this bike alot , but the superduke calls

Tim you used those supercorsas much in the wet? Awesome vid as always. Really wanted the old Hyper when I first got into bikes

Is it 15 or 50mpg? What’s that in kmpl?

i always wonder if this would be a good commuting bike in London, i am always two up and going in with superduke GT Gen 2, always thinking lighter bikes are beter in traffic however not too sure, wha would be your input ?

Mirrors will be first to put into recycle bin when I buy one✌🏻

Mi próxima máquina 😁 ...Ducati Hypermotard 950 SP

my dream bike

Tim, you need to check out Puig’s windshields for the Hypermotard. It should do the work on the motorway. Check it out!

Hey, do you know whether there is a way to permanently set the display to dark mode? Except for blocking the sensor of course Much love for the bike as well as for the commentary from Germany!

love your jacket

Back in the day that engine is so quiet compared. I would like to have a go on a Triumph 900 Tiger GT pro. But I do like the looks of that Bike.

What a weapon. Great choice

Does everyone else’s rear brake suck too on this bike? I have a 2019 and have not found a fix to this prob unless I unplug the TC/ABS rear sensor.

Nice Video 👍🏻

A wee bit tall for my 5’8 frame? I’ll opt for a dad’s Panagale - 950SS.

5:10 wtf 🤣🤣🤣🤣, i did not hear what i just heard🤣💀💀💀

I have a 2020 Hyper and it is now in the shop for the third time to tear the whole intake apart and re-work the entire fuel system. This issue is due to the coating of the gas tank melting off and gumming up the intake and fuel lines. The first time they told me they were installing a new fuel tank because their previous supplier had issues with the coating. Then I was told this should solve the problem. 600 miles. A few months later the same issue started again. This time I was sent photos of the debris in the intake. Shocking to say the least. 1000 miles. Now it is in the shop for the third time and I am now being told the bike is out of warranty and it will cost almost $4000 for the repairs. 2000 miles. This is insane.

Hey thank you for the vid. I’m really interested in purchasing one of these bikes. My question is I’m a tall man at 6’4” weighing in at 220lbs and I’m concerned about feeling to tight on the bike and looking like a gorilla while riding. How do you feel about it and how tall are you.

Can I ask you what would you think about this bike as a first "big bike" ??

Forget that Termignoni exhaust- get the SC Project cans on it...job done.

I’ve heard this bike is kind of hard to do clutch up wheelies on, is that true? How does it wheelie?

this or KTM 890 duke r ?

0:30 The headlight doesn’t look angry but innocent, but the tail section is so sexy

Can I ask, how many miles do you get to a tank of fuel?

Is 175 cm an ok hight for this? 175cm = 5'9

How comfortable is this on country roads? We have some bad road surfaces here with potholes but they are the most fun and twisty roads

Tim, how does it compare to KTM duke 890r?

Is it just me? I think the base model looks better than the SP, just a cleaner and more simple look. I do like some details of the SP though. I just got a 939 2018 with low milage for just £5800, so cheap i had to own one. If i enjoy it as much i hope i do i might get a brand new one(who i am kidding, i love changing bikes)

So what are you going to replace it with Tim?

I have a 2020, been riding for more than 50 years, and it's the best ride I've ever experienced. More stupid smiles per mile than any other conveyance by far.

Is the SP worth the extra for pure road riding?

Modern bikes getting more moder nowadays and does not have fuel guage?what the f

Hope I can fit on one of these one day after I've got a bit more experience. Bloody short arse legs.

Shame your selling. I think I'll keep mine a good few years and it's an absolute blast at Brands Indy.

Got the Husqvarna 701 SM Mapped out its tits. And I love it to the max love. Wheelie every gear. Im wanting to move to Thailand so nightmare to get husky here. So thinking this bad boy ! Stock slip on would need to go though lol SO is it a beast overall for a supermoto lover ? Plus can you get power commander for this ?

My drem bike💕💕💖

does it have cruise control?

Love my sp rev the bollocks of it and it will fly not many bikes will over take you on a corner

I have the 950SP, and with 3200km on it, I would add the following; The bike is a pleasure to ride once you setup the suspension, they need more laden sag than the average road bike. The engine is delightful, but the standard fuelling sees it A bit lean under 5k. That you can't clutch wheely in 3rd sucks as much as the seat strap. Going down one tooth on the front sprocket is a good move if you're a hooligan 😁

W H A T ? ! ! 😂 5:09

KTM did this with the 990 SMT/SMR ten years ago...

Angry carpet! It’s like me with my shirt off.

I belive its a great bike, but the price is way to high, you get so much more with something like the 890R

Hod does it compare to original hypermotard 1100?

Fuel pump is under the seat / tank.

That bike is heavier than I thought.

You sir are a holligan.

5:05 xD

Seems like they all stall here in genociderville.

why on earth would someone compare this motorbikes screen to a part of his genitalia is questionable, but will watch the rest as it's such an awesome looking motard, & his review is good so far.

It needs protection under the engine, a motard style bikes needs to be a little dirt worthy.

14 000€ and no Fuel gauge ? xD

I’d paint mine purple paint the beak yellow and name it dark wing

i bought a 701 instead

what no fuel guage!..how many out there have run out of gas?.although at 50+mpg you can do the math, as the americans say.

Great looking bike. But a modern bike at that price without a fuel gauge? Fuckin wut.

Tail tidy🤷‍♂️

I have two ducatis and been offered one of these, test drived it and shat my pants. no thanks

It’s an L twin; not V.

Ride a hyperstrada

this is giving me baron vibes..

It needs a bigger motor for actual hooning, it will barely power wheelie in second (it needs the 1198 motor)....100mph power wheelies would be the order of the day.

Sorry to say. But all you English people have to stop complaining about how expensive bikes and cars are. When you clearly are one of the cheapest countries to own such things.. So NO. 15000£ Is NOT expensive