Ducati DesertX 2023 vs. Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

In terms of engine and drive train, the Ducati DesertX 2023 features a V-type engine with a bore of 94 mm and a stroke of 67.5 mm, delivering a powerful 110 HP and 92 Nm of torque. It has an electric starter and a chain transmission. On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020 is equipped with an in-line engine with a bore of 78 mm and a stroke of 61.9 mm, producing 95.2 HP and 87 Nm of torque. It also has an electric starter and a chain transmission. The Ducati DesertX has 2 cylinders and a displacement of 937 ccm, while the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro has 3 cylinders and a displacement of 888 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front. The Ducati DesertX has a Kayaba front suspension with a diameter of 46 mm and a travel of 230 mm. It offers adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension of the DesertX is a swing arm with a Kayaba monoshock, providing a travel of 220 mm. It also allows for compression, preload, and rebound adjustments. On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a Showa front suspension with a diameter of 45 mm and a travel of 240 mm. It offers adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is a swing arm with a Showa monoshock, providing a travel of 230 mm. It allows for preload and rebound adjustments.

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have a steel frame with a tubular design. The Ducati DesertX has a rake of 62.4 degrees and a trail of 122 mm. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro, on the other hand, has a rake of 65.6 degrees and a trail of 145.8 mm.

Ducati DesertX 2023

In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The Ducati DesertX features Brembo brakes, while the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro also utilizes Brembo brakes.

In terms of assistance systems, both motorcycles are equipped with advanced rider assistance systems. The Ducati DesertX offers riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, a shift assistant with a blipper, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro, on the other hand, offers riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Ducati DesertX has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150 mm, and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1608 mm and a seat height ranging from 875 mm to 890 mm. The dry weight of the DesertX with ABS is 202 kg, and it has a fuel tank capacity of 21 liters. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150 mm, and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1551 mm and a seat height ranging from 850 mm to 870 mm. The dry weight of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro with ABS is 201 kg, and it has a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2020

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles offer LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and TFT displays. The Ducati DesertX also features connectivity, heated grips, and extensive standard equipment. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro, on the other hand, offers a heated seat and generous standard equipment, including heated seats for both the rider and passenger.

In terms of strengths, the Ducati DesertX excels in its great chassis with fully adjustable suspension, sophisticated driving modes, powerful engine, powerful brakes, well-thought-out detail solutions, and extensive standard equipment. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro, on the other hand, stands out with its three-cylinder engine full of character, significantly improved off-road capability, comfortable suspension elements, quickshifter with blipper as standard, generous standard equipment, good ergonomics, good wind and weather protection, and long-distance capability.

In terms of weaknesses, the Ducati DesertX has a smooth running of the engine in the lower rev range, slightly slower suspension response compared to the fork, a very high and non-adjustable seat height, and little space and no handholds for pillion riders. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro has less robust handguards for off-road use and a flood of switches on the left handlebars.