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Ducati Desert X
Ducati Desert X
Standard
RM 112,900
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
Standard
RM 137,800
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Ducati Desert X vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of Ducati Desert X and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Ducati Desert X priced at RM 112,900 while the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 137,800 . Comparing the technical specifications, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S engine displacement is 1301 while the Ducati Desert X houses a 937 engine.

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Overview: Desert X vs 1290 Super Adventure S

Brand Ducati Malaysia KTM Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM 112,900 Desert X Price RM 137,800 1290 Super Adventure S Price
Variant Desert X Standard 1290 Super Adventure S Standard
User Rating 4.5 Desert X reviews 4.33 1290 Super Adventure S 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 22,600 Installment : RM 1,172 x 84 Months VIEW APRIL OFFERS DP RM 27,600 Installment : RM 1,431 x 84 Months VIEW APRIL OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.5/5
2 reviews
4.33/5
9 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Unique and reliable

    Built for adventure rides and off-roading, the Ducati Desert X is one amazing adventure tourer in the heavyweight segment. I have been riding it for...

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    Hayden Dec 06, 2023 for Ducati Desert X
  • An off-road-ready adventure bike

    My overall impression of the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has been very positive because of its dependability, user-friendly...

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    Wasfi Dec 18, 2023 for KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

From The Experts

Things we like

Reduced weight 

Excellent traction control

Comes with 6 riding modes

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Powerful engine

Great touring abilities

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Things we don't like

Security features could be more

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Mammoth size and power not for beginner riders

A large turning radius can be cumbersome for city riding

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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
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Emission Control Euro V --
Bore X Stroke 94 mm x 67.5 mm 108 mm x 71 mm
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
Maximum Torque 92 Nm 138 Nm
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
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 849 mm
Dry Weight 202 kg 220 kg
Seating Capacity 2 2
Ground Clearance 250 mm 223 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

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 120/70 R19
Front Wheel Size R21 R19
Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless Radial, Tubeless
Rear Wheel Size R18 R17
Rear Tyre 150/70 R18 170/60 R17

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension USD Fork WP SAT USD
Rear Suspension Monoshock WP SAT Shock absorber
Suspension Travel(Front) -- 200 mm
Suspension Travel(Rear) -- 200 mm

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Riding Modes Street, Road Street, Road Street, Sport, Offroad Street, Sport, Offroad
Back Rest No No
Stability Control Yes --
Traction Control Yes Yes
Leg Guards No No
Launch Control No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Shutter Lock -- No
Side Reflectors -- Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm -- No
Central Locking -- No
Wheel Lock Front/back -- No
Advanced Safety Features -- Hill Hold Control, Motor Slip Regulation Hill Hold Control, Motor Slip Regulation
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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
Navigator -- No
Side Stand Indicator -- No
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Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Type Tubular steel trellis Frame Tubular steel trellis Frame Chrome-moly tubular space Chrome-moly tubular space
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
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 S FAQs

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

Desert X is priced at RM 112,900 and 1290 Super Adventure S is priced at RM 137,800 . 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 S?

The Desert X comes with a ground clearance of 250 mm , on the other hand the 1290 Super Adventure S comes with a ground clearance of 223 mm , hence the Ducati Desert X has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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From The Experts

Get the better insight and helps to buy or not
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

Things we like in 1290 Super Adventure S

Powerful engine

Great touring abilities

Things we don't like in 1290 Super Adventure S

Mammoth size and power not for beginner riders

A large turning radius can be cumbersome for city riding

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