Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 vs. KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021

Ducati DesertX Rally 2024

KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021

Overview - Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 vs KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021

Ducati DesertX Rally 2024

KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021

Technical Specifications Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 compared to KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021

Ducati DesertX Rally 2024

KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021

Ducati DesertX Rally 2024

KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	94 mm	Bore	90.7 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.5 mm	Stroke	68.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	110 HP	Engine power	105 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	92 Nm	Torque	100 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic, DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	937 ccm	Displacement	889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	250 mm	Travel	270 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	240 mm	Travel	270 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	62.4 degree	Rake	63.8 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	265 mm	Diameter	260 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,625 mm	Wheelbase	1,528 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	875 mm	Seat Height	910 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	211 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	189 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2, A	License compliancy	A

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

Optics Ergonomics

Engine management

Suspension

Power Processing

price

Manageable on-board tools

side stand too long

KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati DesertX Rally vs KTM 890 Adventure R Rally

Price Ducati DesertX Rally

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Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 vs. KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021

Overview - Ducati DesertX Rally 2024 vs KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021