Detailed comparison of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure and Ducati DesertX. The ex-showroom price of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is ₹ 22,50,000 and Ducati DesertX is ₹ 20,86,636. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is available in 4 colours and Ducati DesertX is available in 1 colours. Compare BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs Ducati DesertX based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between R 1250 GS Adventure and DesertX.
| BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 4.8 out of 5 | Ducati DesertX 4.0 out of 5 | - | - | |
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BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs Ducati DesertX Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 1254 cc | 937 cc | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 268 kg | 223 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | N/A | - | - |
| Top Speed | 200 Kmph | N/A | - | - |
| Mileage - ARAI | 21 kmpl | 17.8 kmpl | - | - |
| Riding Range | 630 Km | 373.8 Km | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 4 litres | N/A | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 litres | 21 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Wet clutch with an anti-hopping function | N/A | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Shaft Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
| Cooling System | Air/Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | - | - |
| Ignition | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 1254 cc | 937 cc | - | - |
| Compression Ratio | 12.5 : 1 | 13.3:1 | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 | - | - |
| Stroke | 76 mm | 67.5 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 102.5 mm | 94 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS-VI | - | - |
| Max Torque | 143 Nm @ 6,250 rpm | 92 Nm @ 6,500 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | 134.1 bhp @ 7,750 rpm | 108.6 bhp @ 9,250 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 268 kg | 223 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2,270 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1,460 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1,504 mm | 1,608 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 890 mm | 875 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine | Tubular steel trellis frame | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Rear Wheel Size | 170/60 - R17 | 18 inch | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | N/A | 150/70 - R18 M/C | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 1.5" (37 mm), central spring strut | KYB monoshock, fully adjustable | - | - |
| Front Suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 1.5" (37 mm), central spring strut | KYB 46mm USD fork, fully adjustable | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 psi | N/A | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - R19 | 90/90 - 21 M/C | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 19 inch | 21 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Spoke | - | - |
| Calliper Type | Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 2 Piston Callipers | Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 2 Piston Caliper | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 276 mm | 265 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 305 mm | 320 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | 3 Year | N/A | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | Unlimited Kilometers | N/A | - | - |
Features |
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| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Shift Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Battery | 12 V / 11.8 Ah, maintenance-free | N/A | - | - |
| Headlight Type | LED Head Lamp | LED | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED Tail Lamp | LED | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Turn Signal | Yes | LED | - | - |
| Additional features | 3 riding modes (ECO, Rain and Road) | Riding Modes, Power Modes | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Under seat storage | No | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Ice Grey
Style Rallye
Style Triple Black
40 Years of GS - Limited Edition
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Star White Silk
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Q: Which bike is better, BMW R 1250 GS Adventure or Ducati DesertX?
A: According to our expert rating, BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has a score of 4.8/5 whereas Ducati DesertX scored 4.0/5.
Q: Among BMW R 1250 GS Adventure and Ducati DesertX, which bike is cheaper?
A: Ducati DesertX is cheaper than BMW R 1250 GS Adventure . Ducati DesertX has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 20,86,636 while the ex-showroom price of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is ₹ 22,50,000.
Q: Apart from BMW R 1250 GS Adventure and Ducati DesertX, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from BMW R 1250 GS Adventure and Ducati DesertX the other similar alternatives are Honda Africa Twin, Harley-Davidson PAN America 1250, Honda Africa Twin and Harley-Davidson PAN America 1250.
