Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 vs. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

Ducati DesertX Rally 2024

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023
Overview - Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

Ducati DesertX Rally 2024

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023
Technical Specifications Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 compared to BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023
Pros and Cons in comparison
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
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2023

The big GS Adventure is and remains a great motorbike for any terrain - even for tight corners. The low centre of gravity of the boxer engine, the longitudinally mounted crankshaft, the upright seating position and the powerful but easily controllable torque from far below are simply a force. Although the Adventure version has a higher seat with more weight, which is a decisive hindrance when turning or manoeuvring, in terms of performance the engine also has so much punch in the big GS Adventure that you can let it rip. The BMW's braking system is stable and excellently controllable, and the equipment and electronics can be upgraded considerably - as long as you tick the boxes on the order list. Of course, this pushes up the price, but the many fans of the fat GS Adventure obviously don't mind.