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Ducati Desert X
Ducati Desert X
Standard
RM 124,900
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure R
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R
Standard
RM 143,800
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Ducati Desert X vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure R Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of Ducati Desert X and KTM 1290 Super Adventure R, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Ducati Desert X priced at RM 124,900 while the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 143,800 . Comparing the technical specifications, KTM 1290 Super Adventure R engine displacement is 1301 while the Ducati Desert X houses a 937 engine.

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Overview: Desert X vs 1290 Super Adventure R

Brand Ducati Malaysia KTM Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM 124,900 Desert X Price RM 143,800 1290 Super Adventure R Price
Variant Desert X Standard 1290 Super Adventure R Standard
User Rating 4.33 Desert X reviews 4.56 1290 Super Adventure R reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Adventure Touring Adventure Touring Motorcycles in Malaysia Adventure Touring Adventure Touring Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 937 cc 1301 cc
Maximum Power 110 hp 158 hp

Best Loan Offers

DP RM 25,000 Installment : RM 1,297 x 84 Months VIEW JUNE OFFERS DP RM 28,800 Installment : RM 1,493 x 84 Months VIEW JUNE OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.33/5
3 reviews
4.56/5
9 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Mid weight adventure bike from Ducati family

    Many friends were keeping on recommending so many adventure bikes when I decided to buy one. One of the most happening options that I added in my...

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    Ewan Jun 24, 2024 for Ducati Desert X
  • KTM model that has witnessed noticeable changes

    When my brother bought this KTM bike I got pretty curious to check it out personally as I have used the same model quite a few years back. I was...

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    A
    Asad Jun 24, 2024 for KTM 1290 Super Adventure R

From The Experts

Things we like

Reduced weight 

Excellent traction control

Comes with 6 riding modes

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Things we don't like

Security features could be more

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 937 cc 1301 cc
Maximum Power 110 hp 158 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 21 L 23 L
Bore X Stroke 94 mm x 67.5 mm 108 mm x 71 mm
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Emission Control Euro V --
Engine Type L-Twin Cylinder, 4 Valves, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, Engine 2-Cylinders V-Twin, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Exhaust Pipes 2 In 1 Exhaust Single Exhaust
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Maximum Torque 92 Nm 138 Nm
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate
Compression Ratio 13.3:1 --
RPM at Maximum Torque 6500 rpm --
RPM at Maximum Power 9250 rpm --
Injection Type -- Fuel Injection
Lubrication System -- Forced Oil
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Dimension

Category Adventure Touring Adventure Touring
Wheel Base 1608 mm --
Seat Height 875 mm 880 mm
Dry Weight 202 kg 221 kg
Seating Capacity 2 2
Ground Clearance 250 mm 242 mm
Kerb Weight 223 kg --
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Supply System EFI Fuel Injection
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Ignition System -- Twin Ignition

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed
Transmission Type Manual Manual

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 90/90 R21 90/90 ZR21
Front Wheel Size R21 R21
Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless Runflat
Rear Wheel Size R18 R18
Rear Tyre 150/70 R18 150/70 ZR18

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension USD Fork WP XPLOR-USD
Rear Suspension Monoshock WP Xplor PDS Shock Absorber
Suspension Travel(Rear) -- 220 mm
Suspension Travel(Front) -- 220 mm

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Riding Modes Street, Road Street, Road Street, Sport, Road Street, Sport, Road
Stability Control Yes --
Traction Control Yes --
Leg Guards No No
Launch Control No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Side Reflectors -- Yes
Wheel Lock Front/back -- No
Engine Immobilizer -- Yes
Advanced Safety Features -- Hill Hold Control, Motor Slip Regulation Hill Hold Control, Motor Slip Regulation
Shutter Lock -- No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Tachometer Yes Yes
Display Screen Yes Yes
Oil Change Indicator Yes Yes
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Side Stand Indicator -- No
Navigator -- No
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Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Type Tubular steel trellis Frame Tubular steel trellis Frame Chrome-moly tubular Chrome-moly tubular
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel
Chrome Garnish -- No
Side Wings -- Yes

Brake

Front Brake Disc Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Electrical

Accessory Outlet Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED LED LED
Indicator Light No Yes
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats No No
Cruise Control Yes Yes

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Ducati Desert X vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure R FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between Ducati Desert X vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure R?

Desert X is priced at RM 124,900 and 1290 Super Adventure R is priced at RM 143,800 . Hence Desert X is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between Desert X vs 1290 Super Adventure R?

The Desert X comes with a ground clearance of 250 mm , on the other hand the 1290 Super Adventure R comes with a ground clearance of 242 mm , hence the Ducati Desert X has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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From The Experts

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Things we like in Desert X

Reduced weight 

Excellent traction control

Comes with 6 riding modes

Things we don't like in Desert X

Security features could be more

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