Ducati Desert X
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Ducati Desert X vs Ducati Multistrada 950 Comparison

Overview: Desert X vs Multistrada 950

Key Features

Front Brake Disc Dual Disc
Start Option Electric Electric
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Ground Clearance 250 mm -
Displacement 937 cc 937 cc
Maximum Power 110 hp 113 hp
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.4/5
5 reviews
4.57/5
14 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Perfect balance between rally DNA and touring

    The Ducati DesertX has impressed me as a sensible compromise between a civilized tourer and an aggressive rally machine. Despite being mid-weight,...

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    S
    Samuel Oct 31, 2025 for Ducati Desert X
  • Very powerful and smooth

    The 950 S not only delivers excellent performance but also comes at an affordable price, making it an ideal choice for riders seeking quality and...

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    B
    Bagwis Nov 20, 2023 for Ducati Multistrada 950

From The Experts

Things we like

Outstanding off-road abilities

Design influenced by rallies

Contemporary electronics

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A great suite of equipment 

Stylish

Exceptionally well-adept to off-road riding 

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Things we don't like

With a small dealer network

High cost

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The front end might seem to drive quickly

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 937 cc 937 cc
Maximum Power 110 hp 113 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 21 L 20 L
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Wet Multiplate Clutch Mechanically Operated
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Compression Ratio 13.3:1 --
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke --
Bore X Stroke 94 mm x 67.5 mm --
Exhaust Pipes 2 in 1 Exhaust 2 Into 1 Exhaus
Maximum Torque 92 Nm 96 Nm
Valve Configuration DOHC --
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Engine Type L-Twin Cylinder, 4 Valves, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, Engine Testastretta L-Twin Cylinder, 8 Valve, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine
Emission Control Euro V Euro 5
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Fuel Consumption 17.8 kmpl --
RPM at Maximum Power 9250 rpm 9000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque 6500 rpm 7750 rpm
Injection Type -- Fuel Injection
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Dimension

Category Adventure Touring Adventure Touring
Kerb Weight 223 kg --
Wheel Base 1608 mm 1594 mm
Seat Height 875 mm 840 mm
Dry Weight 202 kg 204 kg
Seating Capacity 2 2
Ground Clearance 250 mm --
Length -- 2280 mm
Width -- 985 mm
Height -- 1220 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Supply System EFI EFI
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension USD Fork USD Fork
Rear Suspension Monoshock Mono Shock

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Wheel Size R18 R17
Rear Tyre 150/70 R18 170/60 R17
Front Wheel Size R21 R19
Front Tyre 90/90 R21 120/70 R19
Tyre Type Radial, Tubel Radial

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Riding Modes Street, Road Street, Road Urban, Sport, Touring Urban, Sport, Touring
Leg Guards No No
Launch Control No --
Traction Control Yes Yes
Side Reflectors -- Yes
Shutter Lock -- No
Advanced Safety Features -- Ducati Traction Control,VHC Ducati Traction Control,VHC
Engine Immobilizer -- Yes
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Oil Change Indicator Yes Yes
Display Screen Yes Yes
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Tachometer Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Side Stand Indicator -- Yes
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Electrical

Indicator Light No Yes
Head Lamp LED LED LED LED
Accessory Outlet Yes --
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats No Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Additional Features -- DQS DQS

Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Type Tubular steel trellis Frame Tubular steel trellis Frame Tubular Trellis Frame Tubular Trellis Frame
Chrome Garnish -- No
Side Wings -- Yes
Electronic Suspension Adjustment -- No
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Brake

Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc
Front Brake Disc Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc