Ducati DesertX 2022 vs. Ducati Hypermotard 950 SP 2019

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Ducati DesertX 2022 and the Ducati Hypermotard 950 SP 2019 have the same V-twin engine type, with a bore of 94 mm and a stroke of 67.5 mm. However, the DesertX has a slightly lower engine power of 110 HP compared to the Hypermotard's 114 HP. The torque is also slightly lower in the DesertX at 92 Nm compared to the Hypermotard's 96 Nm. Both bikes have an electric starter and a chain transmission.

When it comes to suspension, the DesertX features an upside-down telescopic fork with a brand of Kayaba, a diameter of 46 mm, and a travel of 230 mm. The front suspension of the Hypermotard is also an upside-down telescopic fork, but with a brand of Öhlins, a larger diameter of 48 mm, and a slightly shorter travel of 185 mm. The rear suspension of both bikes is a swing arm with a monoshock, but the DesertX has a Kayaba brand, a travel of 220 mm, and is made of aluminum, while the Hypermotard has an Öhlins brand, a travel of 175 mm, and is also made of aluminum.

In terms of chassis, both bikes have a steel frame with a tubular design. The DesertX has a rake of 62.4 degrees and a trail of 122 mm, while the Hypermotard has a slightly steeper rake of 65 degrees and a shorter trail of 104 mm.

Ducati DesertX 2022

When it comes to brakes, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with a diameter of 320 mm and a technology of radial monoblock. The brand of the brakes is Brembo for both models.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the DesertX offers riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, a shift assistant with blipper, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The Hypermotard also offers ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, a quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the DesertX has a front tire width of 90 mm and a diameter of 21 inches, while the Hypermotard has a wider front tire width of 120 mm and a smaller diameter of 17 inches. The rear tire width of the DesertX is 150 mm with a diameter of 18 inches, while the Hypermotard has a wider rear tire width of 180 mm with the same diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase of the DesertX is longer at 1608 mm compared to the Hypermotard's 1493 mm. The seat height of the DesertX is slightly lower at 875 mm compared to the Hypermotard's 890 mm. The dry weight of the DesertX with ABS is 202 kg, while the Hypermotard has a lower dry weight of 176 kg. The kerb weight of the DesertX with ABS is 223 kg, while the Hypermotard has a slightly higher kerb weight of 204 kg. The fuel tank capacity of the DesertX is larger at 21 liters compared to the Hypermotard's 14.5 liters.

Ducati Hypermotard 950 SP 2019

In terms of strengths, the DesertX has a great chassis with fully adjustable suspension, sophisticated driving modes, a powerful engine, powerful brakes, well-thought-out detail solutions, and extensive standard equipment. On the other hand, the Hypermotard is considered a classy fun bike with a cultivated and powerful engine, high-quality Brembo brakes with cornering ABS, a quickshifter as standard, lots of carbon, Öhlins suspension, and full electronic equipment with an IMU. It also has a unique and cooler look compared to the normal Hyper 950.

In terms of weaknesses, the DesertX has a smooth running of the engine in the lower rev range, suspension response slightly behind that of the fork, a very high and non-adjustable seat height, and little space and no handholds for a pillion passenger. The Hypermotard's weaknesses include an even higher price and taking some getting used to when braking.

Overall, both the Ducati DesertX 2022 and the Ducati Hypermotard 950 SP 2019 have their own strengths and weaknesses, offering different features and characteristics for riders to consider based on their preferences and riding style.