Aprilia Tuareg 660 2026 vs. Ducati DesertX 2026
Aprilia Tuareg 660 2026
Ducati DesertX 2026
Technical Specifications Aprilia Tuareg 660 2026 compared to Ducati DesertX 2026
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Aprilia Tuareg 660 2026
The Aprilia Tuareg 660 is an extremely smooth-running adventure bike. This applies to the linear revving engine, the fine clutch and the low weight of the Italian. It scores particularly well off-road. At the Bosnia Rally, it was able to take on almost everything and was even convincing in crisp off-road terrain. Small weak points, such as an engine that dies too quickly and a screw on the gear lever that is in danger of breaking, can hardly spoil the fun on it. With its powerful travel, the lightweight is interesting for all adventure bike riders who have off-road ambitions but want more electronics than in the purist Yamaha Tenere.
Ducati DesertX 2026
The 2026 Ducati DesertX combines sporting precision with serious off-road capability. Its new 890-cm³ V2 engine pulls cleanly right from low revs, whilst still delivering that burst of power at high rpms that you’d expect from a Ducati. The transparent KYB suspension, the neutral active ergonomics, the finely modulated Brembo brakes and the superbly tuned Advanced Rider Assistance Systems inspire a great deal of confidence on both tarmac and loose surfaces. Enduro bike and Rally modes are fitted as standard, and the traction control intervenes unobtrusively. Limitations become apparent in terms of long-distance comfort, the only mediocre wind protection, the high seating position and occasional quickshifter glitches. In Austria, the significant price difference also detracts from what is otherwise a very well-rounded package.
