KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2026 vs. Ducati DesertX 2026

KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2026

Ducati DesertX 2026

Technical Specifications KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2026 compared to Ducati DesertX 2026

KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2026

Ducati DesertX 2026

KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2026

Ducati DesertX 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	90.7 mm	Bore	96 mm
Stroke	Stroke	68.8 mm	Stroke	61.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	106 HP	Engine power	110.3 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	100 Nm	Torque	92 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	46 mm	Throttle Bore	52 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch systems
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	889 ccm	Displacement	890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Kayaba
Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	46 mm
Travel	Travel	270 mm	Travel	230 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	direct	Shock mount	Deflection
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Kayaba
Travel	Travel	270 mm	Travel	220 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Monocoque
Rake	Rake	63.7 degree	Rake	27 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	305 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	265 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Modern electronics	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, 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 width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,528 mm	Wheelbase	1,615 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	880 mm	Seat Height	880 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	196 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	209 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l
Range	Range	444 km	Range	333 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	105 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	125 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.5 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	5.4 l/100km

Equipment

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

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2026

The KTM 890 Adventure R Rally impresses with an exceptional enduro bike suspension and a performance that is unrivalled in the off-road sector. Its ability to ride quickly and safely on rough off-road terrain and the versatile engine electronics make it an ideal choice for adventurers and enduro bike enthusiasts.

Excellent enduro bike suspension

High speed and stability on rough off-road terrain

Increased level of safety thanks to excellent suspension

Great engine, precise control, high-quality electronics

Versatile engine, both on the road and off-road

vSporty and functional seat

Harmonious handling and precise control on gravel.

High price

high seat height, which can be problematic for smaller riders

handlebars mounted too low, adjustments required

Relatively short overall gear ratio is annoying on the connecting stages

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 R Rally vs Ducati DesertX

Price KTM 890 Adventure R Rally

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Price Ducati DesertX

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