KTM 890 Adventure 2024 vs. Ducati DesertX 2026

KTM 890 Adventure 2024

KTM 890 Adventure 2024

Ducati DesertX 2026

Ducati DesertX 2026

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Technical Specifications KTM 890 Adventure 2024 compared to Ducati DesertX 2026

KTM 890 Adventure 2024
Ducati DesertX 2026
KTM 890 Adventure 2024
KTM 890 Adventure 2024
Ducati DesertX 2026
Ducati DesertX 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore90.7 mmBore96 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke61.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power110.3 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque100 NmTorque92 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio13.1
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore46 mmThrottle Bore52 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch systems
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandKayaba
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter46 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel230 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandWPBrandKayaba
TravelTravel200 mmTravel220 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeMonocoque
RakeRake64.1 degreeRake27 degree
TrailTrail107.8 mmTrail114 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter305 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Engine drag torque control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie, Modern electronics, Comfort, EBC, Engine management, Variable valve timing, Ducati Quick Shift DQS, DTC

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,509 mmWheelbase1,615 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height880 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)196 kgDry Weight (with ABS)209 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
RangeRange444 kmRange333 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions110 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions125 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.5 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.4 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB socket, Modern electronics, Automatic turn signal reset, Charging & power, Lighting

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Adventure 2024

KTM 890 Adventure 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Ducati DesertX 2026

Ducati DesertX 2026

The new DesertX is the last Ducati model to be based on the new 890cc V2 engine. And it is also the model that benefits most from the new engine. It is still as sporty, adventurous and stable as before, but can also score points in everyday use or on more technical off-road terrain thanks to the sociable engine. The greatest room for improvement is in long-distance comfort, but that is already complaining at a high height. The new DesertX is a very well-rounded overall package, with plenty of performance on and off the tarmac and hardly any weaknesses worth mentioning.

Very controllable, yet sporty and revvy V2 engine

strong torque at low revs

very good gear ratios

high chassis stability

very good off-road ergonomics

finely tuned electronics

good feel for the front wheel

precise modulation of the front brake

pragmatic improvements compared to the previous model

cruise control, quickshifter and USB-A and USB-C as standard

Hardly any weight saving compared to the predecessor

smaller main tank - moderate range of just under 300 km

wind protection at 1.85 m on the helmet rather mediocre

quickshifter sometimes sensitive to unintentional contact with boots

rear brake with a lot of idle travel

pillion footrest somewhat in the way with large boots

Price Comparison Average Market Price KTM 890 Adventure vs Ducati DesertX

Price KTM 890 Adventure

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Price Ducati DesertX

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