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Design

• A DESIGN OUTSIDE OF TIME AND TRENDS: The aesthetic of the DesertX manages to combine the suggestion of “Dakarian” homage with a decidedly modern look and feel. This Adventure bike was designed by the Centro Stile Ducati to satisfy the criteria of essentiality and sturdiness. The designers have pushed for a minimalist aesthetic that communicates endurance, again combining form and function in the best possible way once again.
• POST-HERITAGE LOOK: Every stylistic reference has been reinterpreted by Ducati with the aim of making the bike utterly contemporary. As well as the iconic DesertX design, there is a dedicated livery for the Discovery version.
• “ROBUST DESIGN” GUIDELINES: The "robust design" effect is rendered with the careful juxtaposition of wide and narrow curves, for lines that immediately transmit the sports attitude of a bike that conveys the pleasure of adventure and travel.
• DIGITAL SENSATIONS: The full LED double DRL is integrated into the windscreen, without any other visible structure, looking almost like a touch interface. Post-heritage and digital at the same time.
• FUNCTIONAL ERGONOMICS: The surfaces in contact with the rider and eventual passenger are expansive and well connected, allowing unhindered movement in different directions, particularly during off-road riding and touring.
• METAL TANK: The authenticity of the DesertX is underlined by the metal tank, capacious and with an off-center cap.
• THERMAL COMFORT AND PROTECTION: We have thought about the rider's thermal comfort by concealing air ducts behind the side protectors, while hot air from the radiator is extracted from beneath.
• METICULOUSLY DESIGNED VOLUMES: A standard component, the aluminum sump guard covers most of the engine, creating visual continuity with the front end. With the DesertX Discovery, volumes are even more muscular thanks to reinforced aluminum guards to protect the engine, tank and water pump.

Electronic Riding Aid Systems

• ABS CORNERING: An anti-lock braking system is a safety system that prevents a vehicle’s wheels from locking during heavy braking. Essentially, the ABS regulates the braking pressure on the wheel, allowing it to continuously have traction on the riding surface. There are different ABS intervention levels, depending on the selected Riding Mode.
• CRUISE CONTROL: Electronic system introduced by Ducati for the first time in 2014 on the Multistrada 1200 that allows you to automatically maintain the speed set by the rider without twisting the throttle.
• DUCATI BRAKE LIGHT (DBL): In the event of sudden braking, automatically activates the flashing of the rear light to alert the following vehicles, a solution that further improves rider’s safety.
• DUCATI QUICK SHIFTER (DQS): Electronic system derived from racing that allows you to change gears without using the clutch and without closing the throttle when shifting to a higher gear.
• DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT (DRL): These are the daytime running lights that are used to comply with the obligation to use dipped headlights during the day.
• DUCATI TRACTION CONTROL (DTC): Traction control is a system that prevents (or limits) spin of the rear wheel under acceleration. Gently manages engine clearance recovery, modulating the torque delivered and avoiding the peak that can occur when clearance recovery is complete, so as to make it even easier and more predictable. acceleration out of corners.
• DUCATI WHEELIE CONTROL (DWC): System that controls the wheelie and allows you to achieve maximum acceleration performance with ease and safety.
• ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL (EBC): The EBC helps riders to optimize the stability of the bike in extreme cornering conditions, balancing the forces to which the rear tire is subjected in conditions of intensive application of the engine brake.
• RIDE-BY-WIRE SYSTEM: Also known as electronic accelerator, it is a system that electronically manages the opening and closing of the throttle (s).

Electronics

• ELECTRONICS AT THE SERVICE OF SAFETY, VERSATILITY AND STYLE: Like every Ducati, DesertX boasts an advanced electronics package to ensure safety and performance in all conditions.
• 6 RIDING MODES: The safety and performance of this latest Ducati model are also guaranteed by its electronics systems, state-of-the-art in terms of rider assist functions. Of the six available Riding Modes, Enduro and the brand Rally are dedicated to off-road riding. These, in addition to Sport, Touring, Urban and Wet.
• TOURING RIDING MODE: Riding mode dedicated to touring use with full engine power , yet smooth throttle response. Riding aid controls are designed to ensure maximum safety even when the bike is fully loaded.
• SPORT RIDING MODE: Riding mode with full engine power and very direct throttle response, less invasive riding aid controls. It is designed for situations where you want to make the most of the bike's performance on road.
• WET RIDING MODE: Riding mode with intermediate engine power (95hp), smooth throttle response and electronic controls designed to ensure maximum safety in wet asphalt situations.
• URBAN RIDING MODE: Riding mode with intermediate engine power (95hp), smooth throttle response and electronic controls designed to ensure maximum safety in city use situations.
• ENDURO RIDING MODE: The Enduro Riding Mode, thanks to the reduced power and the specially designed control settings, makes it possible to tackle even the most demanding off-road terrain with greater safety and facilitates riding for novice riders.
• RALLY RIDING MODE: Rally Riding Mode, with full engine power and reduced electronic controls, is designed for experienced riders who want to get the most out of their DesertX off-road performance.
• ABS SETTINGS: Like all Ducati models, Cornering ABS is a standard feature that can be set according to three different levels.
• LEVEL 1: Still off-road, but acting only on the front for even more intense use.
• LEVEL 2: More permissive than level 3, designed for off-road use.
• LEVEL 3: Suitable for road use, always safe and stable.
• LIGHTING: Standing out for its unmistakable DRL Led Matrix, the front headlight is full LED, as are the rear light and indicators.
• FRONT HEADLIGHT: The double headlight features two bi-function poly-ellipsoid modules with Daytime Running Light and is designed to ensure excellent visibility, particularly important for a bike able to travel in all conditions, especially in poor visibility.
• REAR LIGHT AND DUCATI BRAKE LIGHT: The rear light is complete with Ducati Brake Light, a system that, in case of sudden braking, automatically activates flashing of the rear light to warn any vehicles behind of the unexpected deceleration, further contributing to rider safety.
• DISPLAY: The DesertX is equipped with a high-resolution 5" TFT color display oriented vertically and positioned to offer the best visibility even when riding standing up.
• STANDARD INFO MODE: In Standard mode, all necessary information for road riding is displayed, with RPM and speed in the foreground.
• RALLY INFO MODE: Rally Info Mode, on the other hand, brings up the remaining range and the tripmaster function typically used on rally bikes during navigation.

Features

• GET SET FOR ADVENTURE: Equipped with a 21” front and 18” rear wheel, the DesertX is designed to handle even the most challenging off-road terrain. Ducati has combined its road expertise with dedicated off-road development to create a responsive, easy-to-handle bike that is at ease on all types of trail and asphalt.
• POST-HERITAGE AND DIGITAL: The Centro Stile faced a totally challenge with DesertX, seizing the opportunity to experiment with a design language and seeking inspiration from the world of African rally raids. The result is a sturdy, clean, modern design, based on shapes from the off-road world. A bike that wants to be robust, solid, and functional at the same time.
• POST-HERITAGE MINIMAL: The DesertX aesthetic manages to combine a "Dakarian" flavor with a sense of the touch interface. Both post-heritage and digital.
• ESSENTIAL AND ROBUST: The bike is visually composed of three macro elements: a single central volume, the seat, and the windshield, which incorporates the double headlight. A robust design that blends form and function.
• DESIGNED FOR COMFORT: The surfaces in contact with the rider are expansive and well connected, allowing unhindered movement in different directions, particularly during off-road riding.
• DEVELOPED TO TAKE ON THE MOST CHALLENGING OFF-ROAD TRAILS: Ergonomics, engine, aerodynamics, and electronics, together with an off-road specific chassis, form the base of DesertX. As efficient and technologically advanced as every Ducati, DesertX is robust, reliable and functional, the ideal travel companion for your adventures.
• ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT: 6 riding modes, a 5” color TFT display, and full LED lights. Like all Ducatis, DesertX flaunts advanced electronic equipment to ensure safety and performance in all conditions.
• KAYABA SUSPENSION: The Ducati DesertX is equipped with first-class components to ensure the best setup and real reliability off-road. The Kayaba long stroke suspension is adjustable, for comfort in every situation.
• 937 CC TESTASTRETTA 11° ENGINE: The 937 cc Testastretta 11° engine with desmodromic timing and off-road tuning makes the DesertX powerful and reliable wherever it goes.
• FRONT FORK AND REAR MONO SHOCK: First-class components to ensure the best setup and real reliability off-road. Developed in collaboration with Kayaba.
• GENEROUS 250 MM GROUND CLEARANCE: Fundamental when off the beaten track, DesertX offers ground clearance of 250 mm, which really comes into its own during more extreme off-road riding.
• WIDE SELECTION OF TIRES: The DesertX is equipped with Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tubeless tires that combine greater reliability and safety in case of puncture with easier repair. Thanks to the different homologations obtained, a wide selection of alternative tires is also available.
• 21"/18" WHEEL COMBINATION: DesertX is equipped with spoked wheels, 21-inch at the front and 18'-inch at the rear, as per enduro tradition. Ready to tackle any type of obstacle and asphalt with ease.
• OFF-ROAD CHASSIS: A 21” front and 18” rear wheel, long stroke suspension, generous ground clearance (250mm) and an off-road frame designed and tested to withstand the toughest conditions.
• ERGONOMICS FOR ALL CONDITIONS: A focus on ergonomics and aerodynamics makes for a motorcycle that is at home off-road and equally comfortable, easy, and safe during everyday use and when travelling.
• ADVANCED ELECTRONICS, FOR MAXIMUM VERSATILITY: The versatility of DesertX is also reflected in its Riding Modes, all six of them. The Enduro and Rally modes are specifically dedicated to the off-road riding experience.
• LIGHTWEIGHT ENGINE TUNED FOR OFF-ROAD USE: DesertX is equipped with the latest evolution of the 937 cc Testastretta 11° with desmodromic timing, 2.2 lb lighter than the previous generation of engine and equipped with a gear ratio to ensure the very est off-road performance.
• ALL THE ESSENTIALS FOR OFF-ROAD USE: Spoked wheels, 21” at the front and 18” at the rear, generous ground clearance, and various types of tire thanks to the different homologations obtained, including those dedicated to off-roading.

Vehicle

• A SPORT TOOL TO TACKLE ANY TERRAIN: The DesertX is a versatile bike, specifically developed to cope with the most demanding off-road riding, but also safe and comfortable when touring, and equally at home on everyday routes
• KAYABA FRONT FORK AND REAR MONO SHOCK: As for the suspension, we have worked with a brand that has a great track record in the off-road world: Japanese firm Kayaba. The 46mm diameter upside-down Kayaba front fork offers 230mm of travel and is adjustable in compression, rebound and preload. The single shock, also fully adjustable, features solutions typical of specialist components, such as the bladder, used in place of the piston to separate the oil from the pressurized nitrogen, which helps to significantly heighten the smoothness of the suspension. Combined with the aluminum swingarm, it allows for 220 mm of rear wheel travel.
• 21"/18" WHEEL COMBINATION: DesertX is equipped with spoked wheels, 21-inch at the front and 18'-inch at the rear, as per enduro tradition. Ready to tackle any type of obstacle and asphalt with ease.
• GENEROUS 250 MM GROUND CLEARANCE: Fundamental when off the beaten track, DesertX offers ground clearance of 250 mm, which really comes into its own during more extreme off-road riding.
• WIDE SELECTION OF TIRES: The DesertX is equipped with Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tubeless tires that combine greater reliability and safety in case of puncture with easier repair. Thanks to the different homologations obtained, a wide selection of alternative tires is also available.
• BRAKING SYSTEM: The DesertX is equipped with Brembo brakes with Cornering ABS. The braking power setting is designed to offer the right power for road use as well as effective mouldability during off-road riding and on challenging terrain.
• FRONT SYSTEM: The front system comprises Brembo M50 monobloc radial calipers with four pistons of 30 mm diameter, an axial master cylinder with adjustable levers, and a pair of 320 mm front discs with aluminum flange.
• REAR SYSTEM: At the rear a Brembo dual-piston floating caliper acts on a single 265 mm disc.
• ERGONOMICS: When it comes to off-road riding, it is not only the hardware you have at your disposal that determines performance but also, and above all, the confidence and feeling that the bike transmits, which translates into control and safety in all conditions.
• OFF-ROAD CHASSIS: The ergonomics of the seat, handlebar and footpegs are designed to make the transitions typical of off-road riding, from sitting to standing, as natural as possible.
• ERGONOMICS TO SUIT ALL USES: The shape of the tank, seat and other components ensures better control of the bike.
• ADVANCED ELECTRONICS, FOR MAXIMUM VERSATILITY: The versatility of DesertX is also reflected in its Riding Modes, all six of them. The Enduro and Rally modes are specifically dedicated to the off-road riding experience.
• RIDING PLEASURE EVEN OVER LONG DISTANCES: Designed for off-roading, DesertX also guarantees a pleasurable riding experience on any type of asphalt.
• RIDER AND PASSENGER COMFORT: A comfortable riding position for both rider and passenger, thanks to targeted form and padding for each seat.
• AERODYNAMICS AND HEAT MANAGEMENT: The management of heat, with openings and flows of fresh air studied. Aerodynamic protection with great care taken in defining the shape and size of the original and accessory windshield.
• TANK RANGE: Adequate autonomy for longer journeys thanks to the fuel tank with a capacity of over 5.5 US gallons and the possibility of mounting a second tank at the rear of the bike as an accessory, adding an additional 2.1 US gallons of gasoline.
• LOAD CAPACITY AND TIRES: The excellent load capacity, almost 120 L of volume available between bags and top cases, made of aluminum. The tires are the tubeless Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR that combine excellent off-road performance with grip and confidence in all asphalt conditions.