Ducati DesertX 2022 vs. KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

Ducati DesertX 2022

Ducati DesertX 2022

KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

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Overview - Ducati DesertX 2022 vs KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

The Ducati DesertX 2022 and the KTM 890 Adventure R 2023 are both enduro motorcycles designed for off-road adventures. They have similar engine types, with the Ducati DesertX featuring a V engine and the KTM 890 Adventure R having an inline engine.

In terms of engine specifications, the Ducati DesertX has a larger bore of 94 mm compared to the KTM's 90.7 mm. However, the KTM has a slightly longer stroke of 68.8 mm compared to the Ducati's 67.5 mm. The engine power of the Ducati DesertX is 110 HP, while the KTM 890 Adventure R has 105 HP. The torque of the Ducati is 92 Nm, while the KTM has a higher torque of 100 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions.

When it comes to suspension, the Ducati DesertX is equipped with a Kayaba upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 46 mm and a travel of 230 mm. The rear suspension features a Kayaba monoshock with a travel of 220 mm. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Adventure R has a WP upside-down telescopic fork with a larger diameter of 48 mm and a travel of 240 mm. The rear suspension also features a WP monoshock with a travel of 240 mm. Both motorcycles offer compression, preload, and rebound adjustments for the suspension.

In terms of chassis, the Ducati DesertX has a steel tubular frame with a rake of 62.4 degrees. The KTM 890 Adventure R features a chromium-molybdenum tubular frame with a slightly steeper rake of 63.7 degrees.

Ducati DesertX 2022

Ducati DesertX 2022

Both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front and similar tire specifications with a 21-inch front tire diameter and a 150 mm rear tire width. The Ducati DesertX has an 18-inch rear tire diameter, while the KTM has the same 21-inch rear tire diameter as the front.

In terms of rider assistance systems, both motorcycles offer advanced features such as riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. The Ducati DesertX also includes a shift assistant with a blipper, cruise control, and anti-wheelie, while the KTM 890 Adventure R offers ABS and traction control depending on lean angle.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Ducati DesertX has a wheelbase of 1608 mm and a seat height of 875 mm. It has a dry weight (with ABS) of 202 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 21 liters, providing a range of 375 km. The combined fuel consumption is 5.6 l/100km. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Adventure R has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1528 mm and a slightly higher seat height of 880 mm. It has a dry weight (with ABS) of 196 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters, providing a range of 444 km. The combined fuel consumption is 4.5 l/100km.

KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

Both motorcycles are equipped with connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and TFT displays. The Ducati DesertX also includes heated grips, while the KTM 890 Adventure R offers Quickshifter+ at an additional cost.

In terms of strengths, the Ducati DesertX has a great chassis with fully adjustable suspension, sophisticated driving modes, a powerful engine, powerful brakes, well-thought-out detail solutions, and an extensive standard equipment list. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Adventure R boasts an off-road capable chassis, harmonious ergonomics (especially for tall pilots), agile handling, a powerful engine, a comprehensive electronics package, cornering ABS including an off-road mode as standard, and finely controllable brakes with traction control depending on lean angle.

As for weaknesses, the Ducati DesertX has a smoother running engine in the lower rev range, slightly slower suspension response compared to the fork, a very high non-adjustable seat height, and little space and no handholds for a pillion passenger. The KTM 890 Adventure R has a standard seat that is rather hard padded, a seat height that may be challenging for small riders, and useful features such as Quickshifter+ that come at an extra cost.

In conclusion, both the Ducati DesertX 2022 and the KTM 890 Adventure R 2023 are capable enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two would depend on the rider's preferences, priorities, and specific requirements.

Technical Specifications Ducati DesertX 2022 compared to KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

Ducati DesertX 2022
KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore94 mmBore90.7 mm
StrokeStroke67.5 mmStroke68.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power110 HPEngine power105 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque92 NmTorque100 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromic, DOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement937 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandKayabaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter46 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel230 mmTravel240 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandKayabaBrandWP
TravelTravel220 mmTravel240 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake62.4 degreeRake63.7 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,608 mmWheelbase1,528 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height875 mmSeat Height880 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)202 kgDry Weight (with ABS)196 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA
RangeRange375 kmRange444 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions133 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions105 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.6 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.5 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, Heated grips, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentConnectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

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

KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

If you can't get to a place on the 890 Adventure R, you probably can't get there at all on a touring enduro. It is the right choice when things get really rough. Long suspension travel and a high seat underline the serious visual appearance, the 890 Adventure R is no dazzler offroad. All the more surprising, then, that it also cuts a very good figure on the road.

Off-road capable chassis

harmonious ergonomics (especially for tall pilots)

agile handling

powerful engine

comprehensive electronics package

cornering ABS incl. off-road mode standard

finely controllable brakes

Traction control depending on lean angle

Standard seat rather hard padded

Seat height challenging for small riders

Useful features such as Quickshifter+ at extra cost

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

There are a few key differences between a Ducati DesertX 2022 and a KTM 890 Adventure R 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati DesertX 2022 is about 13% higher. Compared to KTM 890 Adventure R 2023 there are less Ducati DesertX 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 6 compared to 53. It takes less time to sell a KTM 890 Adventure R with 65 days compared to 102 days for the Ducati DesertX. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 21 reviews for the Ducati DesertX and 10 reviews for the KTM 890 Adventure R since model year 2021. The first review for the Ducati DesertX was published on 12/9/2021 and now has more than 71,700 views. This compares to more than 31,600 views for the first review on KTM 890 Adventure R published on 10/6/2020.

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