Ducati Desmo450 MX 2026 vs. KTM 500 EXC-F SIX DAYS 2026

Ducati Desmo450 MX 2026

Ducati Desmo450 MX 2026

KTM 500 EXC-F SIX DAYS 2026

KTM 500 EXC-F SIX DAYS 2026

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Overview - Ducati Desmo450 MX 2026 vs KTM 500 EXC-F SIX DAYS 2026

Ducati Desmo450 MX 2026

Ducati Desmo450 MX 2026

KTM 500 EXC-F SIX DAYS 2026

KTM 500 EXC-F SIX DAYS 2026

Technical Specifications Ducati Desmo450 MX 2026 compared to KTM 500 EXC-F SIX DAYS 2026

Ducati Desmo450 MX 2026
KTM 500 EXC-F SIX DAYS 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore44 mmThrottle Bore42 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement449.6 ccmDisplacement510.9 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel310 mmTravel300 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
TravelTravel301 mmTravel310 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsAnti-slipping control, Riding modes, Launch-Control, Engine drag torque control, Quickshifter, Traction control, , Advanced Rider Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Seat HeightSeat Height970 mmSeat Height963 mm
Dry WeightDry Weight104.8 kgDry Weight108.7 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity7.2 lFuel Tank Capacity8.5 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Desmo450 MX 2026

Ducati Desmo450 MX 2026

"Congratulations to Ducati: the baptism of fire with the entry into the mx bike sector has been a success. The standard motorbike works well on the track and, with the Desmo concept, has a unique selling point that also makes a new riding style possible on the large MX bikes, with which you can ride quietly and energy-savingly at a sporty pace. The electric riding aids have been taken to a whole new level. The Desmo 450 MX by no means gives the impression of being a debut model, but already feels like a mature racing motorbike that will satisfy both fast riders and the hobbyist faction. In terms of price, however, it is at the upper end of the scale and exceeds the list price of a standard KTM 450 SX-F, but is cheaper than the Factory Edition from Mattighofen. And with the large range of accessories, you have the opportunity to build yourself almost a factory motorbike if you want to and have enough money in your pocket.

Unique and well-functioning Desmo motor concept

Very well functioning electric driving aids

Good, neutral balance

High list price

Suspension a little soft for fast riders

Slight seat hollow at the front

KTM 500 EXC-F SIX DAYS 2026

KTM 500 EXC-F SIX DAYS 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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