Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 vs. BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Ducati DesertX Rally 2024

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Overview - Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Ducati DesertX Rally 2024

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Technical Specifications Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 compared to BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Ducati DesertX Rally 2024

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Ducati DesertX Rally 2024

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	94 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.5 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	110 HP	Engine power	105 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	92 Nm	Torque	115 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.3	Compression Ratio	12
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	937 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Strut
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,625 mm	Wheelbase	1,510 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	875 mm	Seat Height	910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	33 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2, A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati DesertX Rally 2024

The Ducati Desert X Rally sets new standards in the medium-weight touring enduro segment and impresses with its outstanding off-road capabilities. Its high-quality suspension, consisting of Öhlins steering dampers and Kayaba components, provides a safe and familiar riding experience, even on difficult off-road terrain. The V2 engine offers both sporty aggressiveness and a smooth riding style. Overall, the Ducati Desert X Rally offers an impressive blend of sportiness and comfort. The biggest drawback is the price, which is significantly higher than the competition

Optics Ergonomics

Engine management

Suspension

Power Processing

price

Manageable on-board tools

side stand too long

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

In the last 30 years of its development, the GS has learned everything you need to know to remain the best-selling motorbike over 500 cubic metres for years - worldwide!

easy to ride

33-litre tank

ergonomics

brakes

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Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 vs. BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Overview - Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Technical Specifications Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 compared to BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati DesertX Rally 2024

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati DesertX Rally vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

Price Ducati DesertX Rally

Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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