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Tuareg 660 2023 vs DesertX Discovery 2025

If straight-line speed is your priority, the DesertX Discovery takes the lead. With 30 HP more than the Tuareg 660, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. When it comes to agility, the Tuareg 660 has a clear advantage. Weighing in 42kg less than the DesertX Discovery, it will feel significantly easier to handle in low-speed traffic, parking maneuvers, and twisty corners. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the Tuareg 660. Its seat height is 15mm lower than the DesertX Discovery, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the desertx offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2023Tuareg 660
2023659 cc • 80 hp
Ducati DesertX Discovery 2025DesertX Discovery
2025937 cc • 110 hp
SpecTuareg 660DesertX Discovery
Displacement659937
Power80110
Cylinders22
Weight204246
Seat height860875
MSRP (US)1229919995
MSRP (EU)1199919990
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