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Ducati DesertX sliding through gravel

The model hub · New DesertX · 890 cc

DesertX

Second generation. 890 cc Ducati V2, aluminium monocoque, built for real off-road.

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Ninety seconds from Ducati. Then keep scrolling and see the bike through everyone else's eyes.

Understand it

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What Ducati built, why they built it, and what it does for you on the road.

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The 890 cc V2 with Intake Variable Timing

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The aluminium monocoque chassis

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Full floater progressive-link rear suspension

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Built for real off-road life

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Six riding modes, including Rally

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Ducati Quick Shift 2.0

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Tailorable to any need

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The Rider's Guide

DesertX, on one page.

What it is, what changed, the numbers that matter and the questions people ask. Read it online or keep the PDF.

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The numbers
890 cc
Ducati V2 with IVT
110 hp
Peak power
92 Nm
Torque
45,000 km
Valve check interval

New DesertX figures. 209 kg wet without fuel. Seat height 880 mm. Oil service every 15,000 km.

Believe it

Not our words.

Independent reviews from the motorcycle press, and the voices of people who own one.

The press

Motorcycle.comFirst ride review20K views · 21 min
MCN - Motorcyclenews.comOff-road deep dive28K views · 19 min
Bike WorldAcross the Alps on the new DesertX61K views · 15 min
Bret Tkacs ADVWhat changed from the first generation37K views · 13 min
Cycle WorldFirst ride, in five minutes11K views · 4 min
MOTOBOBNine things to know84K views · 9 min
Man Cave MotoFirst ride on UK roads22K views · 21 min

The owners

Big Rock MotoDelivery day and the first episode103K views · 44 min

Make it yours

Closer than you think.

Demo rides

Demo rides are available at Barnes Powersports Blackfoot in Calgary. Ask for a slot that fits your week.

Financing

Financing is available through Ducati Financial Services. The team will walk you through current programs.

Questions

Sizing, delivery timing, first service. Call or visit and the team will give you straight answers.

Ride it

The test ride tells you the rest.

Booking takes a minute. Pick the bike, pick the day, done.

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