DesertX Discovery
Ducati
| ABS | Bosch 9.3 MP Cornering ABS (3 levels) with off‑road settings |
| Bore x Stroke | 94.0 x 67.5 mm |
| Clutch | Wet, multi‑plate, servo‑assisted with slipper function |
| Compression ratio | 13.3:1 |
| Discovery equipment (standard) | Touring windshield; heated grips; aluminum side panniers (~76 L total) with racks; center stand; engine protection bars; reinforced aluminum sump guard; radiator guard; hand guards; auxiliary LED lights |
| Dry weight (base DesertX) | 202 kg |
| Electronics | 6 Riding Modes (Sport, Touring, Urban, Wet, Enduro, Rally); 4 Power Modes; Ducati Traction Control (DTC); Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC); Engine Brake Control (EBC); Cornering ABS; Cruise Control; 6‑axis IMU |
| Engine | 937 cc Testastretta 11° L‑Twin, desmodromic, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Exhaust | 2‑1‑2 with catalytic converter; Euro 5+ |
| Final drive | Chain 525 |
| Frame | Tubular steel trellis, engine as stressed member |
| Front brakes | 2 x 320 mm semi‑floating discs, Brembo radial 4‑piston monobloc calipers; radial master cylinder |
| Front suspension | KYB 46 mm USD, fully adjustable, 230 mm travel |
| Fuel capacity | 21 L (5.5 US gal); optional 8 L rear auxiliary tank compatible (not standard) |
| Fuel system | Electronic fuel injection with 53 mm elliptical throttle bodies, ride‑by‑wire |
| Ground clearance | ≈250 mm |
| Homologation | Euro 5+ |
| Instrumentation | 5 in color TFT (vertical) with Ducati Multimedia System; turn‑by‑turn navigation ready |
| Kerb weight (Discovery, ready‑to‑ride) | ≈246 kg including touring/protection equipment |
| Kerb weight (base DesertX) | 223 kg |
| Lighting | Full LED with DRL; auxiliary LED spot lights included on Discovery |
| Notes | Weights and pricing can vary slightly by market and equipment. Discovery spec adds factory touring/protection accessories to the standard DesertX. |
| Power | 110 hp (81 kW) @ 9,250 rpm |
| Quickshifter | Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down, standard |
| Rake/Trail | 27.6° / 118 mm |
| Rear brake | 265 mm disc, 2‑piston caliper |
| Rear suspension | KYB monoshock with progressive linkage, fully adjustable, 220 mm travel |
| Seat height | 875 mm (optional low seat 865 mm) |
| Service intervals | Oil every 15,000 km (9,000 mi) or 24 months; valve clearance every 30,000 km (18,600 mi) |
| Torque | 92 Nm (68 lb‑ft) @ 6,500 rpm |
| Transmission | 6‑speed |
| Tyres | Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR 90/90‑21 54V (front); 150/70 R18 70V (rear) |
| Wheelbase | 1608 mm |
| Wheels | Cross‑spoke tubeless; front 2.15 x 21, rear 4.50 x 18 |
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2025 Ducati DesertX Discovery: Factory‑Ready Adventure Touring
The Ducati DesertX Discovery (2025) takes the acclaimed DesertX platform and adds factory-equipped travel gear, making it a compelling one‑bike solution for riders who split time between dirt, gravel, and long highway days. It sits between the standard DesertX and the ultra-capable DesertX Rally, delivering more range comfort and protection out of the box without sacrificing the core off‑road DNA.
Why the DesertX Discovery matters
- Purpose-built for real-world ADV travel with factory-fitted touring and protection accessories (equipment may vary by market).
- Keeps the DesertX’s proven off-road chassis: 21/18 spoked wheels and long‑travel, fully adjustable suspension for confidence in the rough.
- Retains Ducati’s punchy 937 cc Testastretta 11° L‑Twin with a manufacturer‑claimed 110 hp and 92 Nm, tuned for tractable torque and highway cruising.
- IMU‑based electronics suite with multiple ride modes (including off-road), cornering ABS, traction and wheelie control, and optional quickshifter/cruise depending on package.
- 5-inch color TFT with Ducati multimedia connectivity and turn‑by‑turn navigation support, ideal for all‑day routes.
- 21 L main tank with the option to add Ducati’s rear auxiliary tank for extended adventure range.
What’s unique to the Discovery
The Discovery arrives travel-ready with factory accessories focused on comfort, durability, and luggage capacity. Expect items such as a taller touring screen, crash bars, reinforced engine/sump guard, hand protection, center stand, heated grips, and luggage mounting provisions or cases (final equipment can differ by region). A dedicated Discovery livery underscores its expedition brief.
On-road comfort, off-road control
With long-travel suspension (approx. 230 mm front / 220 mm rear), wide bars, and 21/18 wheels, the DesertX platform remains planted off-road, yet the Discovery’s added wind protection and convenience features cut fatigue on long highway transfers. The electronics help you tailor power delivery and intervention levels whether you’re on slick tarmac, sand, or rocky climbs.
Quick spec snapshot (manufacturer-claimed/core platform)
- Engine: 937 cc Testastretta 11° L‑Twin
- Power/Torque: 110 hp @ 9,250 rpm / 92 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
- Wheels/Tires: 21" front / 18" rear spoked wheels
- Suspension travel: ~230 mm (front) / ~220 mm (rear), fully adjustable
- Electronics: Cornering ABS, traction control, wheelie control, engine brake control, multiple ride modes (incl. off-road), TFT with connectivity
- Fuel: 21 L main tank; optional rear auxiliary tank available
- Seat height: around 875 mm (lowering options available)
Who should consider it
- Adventure riders who want a Ducati that’s ready to tour on day one, with fewer add-ons.
- Travelers tackling mixed terrain who value modern safety tech, robust protection, and strong highway pace.
- Riders choosing between the DesertX, DesertX Rally, and rivals like the Tiger 900 Rally Pro, Tenere 700 World Raid, or Tuareg 660.
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Pricing and availability vary by market. Check Ducati’s official channels for local MSRP and delivery timing; we’ll keep the Torquepedia spec page updated with the latest figures and equipment notes.