Detailed comparison of Ducati DesertX and BMW R 1250 GS Adventure. The ex-showroom price of Ducati DesertX is ₹ 20,86,636 and BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is ₹ 22,50,000. Ducati DesertX is available in 1 colours and BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is available in 4 colours. Compare Ducati DesertX vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between DesertX and R 1250 GS Adventure.
| Ducati DesertX 4.0 out of 5 | BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 4.8 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Ducati DesertX vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 937 cc | 1254 cc | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 223 kg | 268 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Spark Plugs | N/A | 1 Per Cylinder | - | - |
| Top Speed | N/A | 200 Kmph | - | - |
| Mileage - ARAI | 17.8 kmpl | 21 kmpl | - | - |
| Riding Range | 373.8 Km | 630 Km | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | N/A | 4 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 21 litres | 30 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | N/A | Wet clutch with an anti-hopping function | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Shaft Drive | - | - |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Air/Liquid Cooled | - | - |
| Ignition | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 937 cc | 1254 cc | - | - |
| Compression Ratio | 13.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 | - | - |
| Stroke | 67.5 mm | 76 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 94 mm | 102.5 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS-VI | - | - |
| Max Torque | 92 Nm @ 6,500 rpm | 143 Nm @ 6,250 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | 108.6 bhp @ 9,250 rpm | 134.1 bhp @ 7,750 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 223 kg | 268 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | N/A | 2,270 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | N/A | 1,460 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1,608 mm | 1,504 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 875 mm | 890 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Tubular steel trellis frame | Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Rear Wheel Size | 18 inch | 170/60 - R17 | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | 150/70 - R18 M/C | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | KYB monoshock, fully adjustable | BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 1.5" (37 mm), central spring strut | - | - |
| Front Suspension | KYB 46mm USD fork, fully adjustable | BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 1.5" (37 mm), central spring strut | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | N/A | 42 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | N/A | 36 psi | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | N/A | 42 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | N/A | 36 psi | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Front Tyre Size | 90/90 - 21 M/C | 120/70 - R19 | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 21 inch | 19 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Spoke | - | - |
| Calliper Type | Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 2 Piston Caliper | Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 2 Piston Callipers | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 265 mm | 276 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 320 mm | 305 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | N/A | 3 Year | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | N/A | Unlimited Kilometers | - | - |
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 | N/A | 12 V / 11.8 Ah, maintenance-free | - | - |
| Headlight Type | LED | LED Head Lamp | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED | LED Tail Lamp | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Turn Signal | LED | Yes | - | - |
| Additional features | Riding Modes, Power Modes | 3 riding modes (ECO, Rain and Road) | - | - |
| 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 |
Star White Silk
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Ice Grey
Style Rallye
Style Triple Black
40 Years of GS - Limited Edition
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Q: Which bike is better, Ducati DesertX or BMW R 1250 GS Adventure?
A: According to our expert rating, Ducati DesertX has a score of 4.0/5 whereas BMW R 1250 GS Adventure scored 4.8/5.
Q: Among Ducati DesertX and BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, 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 Ducati DesertX and BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Ducati DesertX and BMW R 1250 GS Adventure the other similar alternatives are Honda Africa Twin, Harley-Davidson PAN America 1250, Honda Africa Twin and Harley-Davidson PAN America 1250.
