Ducati DesertX 2022 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Ducati DesertX 2022

Ducati DesertX 2022

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

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Overview - Ducati DesertX 2022 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Ducati DesertX 2022

Ducati DesertX 2022

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Technical Specifications Ducati DesertX 2022 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Ducati DesertX 2022
BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power110 HPEngine power98 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement937 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,608 mmWheelbase1,519 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height875 mmSeat Height840 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati DesertX 2022

Ducati DesertX 2022

The first real enduro of the modern era from Ducati has succeeded - and how! A heart-warming design in the look of the glorious 90s Dakar bikes but packed with noble components and state-of-the-art technology. The high-quality and stable chassis concept really comes into its own in both on- and off-road use. The DesertX immediately conveys an unbelievably confident and safe riding feeling. The straddle that Ducati has managed with the suspension elements is also admirable, whether on or off road, it simply feels good.

great chassis with fully adjustable suspension

sophisticated driving modes

powerful engine

powerful brake

well thought-out detail solutions

extensive standard equipment

Smooth running of the engine in the lower rev range

Suspension response slightly behind that of the fork

Very high, non-adjustable seat height

Little space and no handholds for pillion passenger

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati DesertX vs BMW R 1200 GS

Price Ducati DesertX

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Price BMW R 1200 GS

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