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widened—it's a bit dirtbike-ish compared to the Ka-
wasaki, which has the rider's hands closer together
and knees at a more acute angle. As such, long-day
comfort is not as nice on the Kawasaki compared
to the Ducati, although if you're under 5'10", you'll
probably find the Kawasaki a good option.
The Ducati's Ohlins suspension is a step above
the Kawasaki's Showas. The electronics are vari-
able in either Fixed or Dynamic mode, and the indi-
vidual riding modes of Street, Sport and Race give
variable suspension stiffness characteristics. You'll
be able to find any suspension performance you
like at the touch of a button on the Ducati. If you're
not used to changing clickers on the Kawasaki's
suspension, you're stuck with what you've got.
Despite the fact you've got to spend a not inconsid-
