DUCATI Desert X vs 2024 BMW F 900 GS
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- DUCATI Desert X 87.5 cm Tallest seat here
- 2024 BMW F 900 GS 87 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 105 hp (2024 BMW F 900 GS) up to 110 hp (DUCATI Desert X).
- Torque spans 92 Nm (DUCATI Desert X) up to 93 Nm (2024 BMW F 900 GS).
- Weight spans 202 kg (DUCATI Desert X) to 219 kg (2024 BMW F 900 GS).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (2024 BMW F 900 GS) to 1000 cc (DUCATI Desert X).
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| Specification | DUCATI Desert X | BMW F 900 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | BMW |
| Model | DUCATI Desert X | BMW F 900 GS |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 900cc |
| Power | 110hp | 105hp |
| Torque | 92nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Single cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 202kg | 219kg |
| Front brake | 320mm double disc with 4-piston Brembo caliper (Bosch ABS) | Dual disc brakes, floating brake discs, 305 mm diameter, dual-piston floating caliper. |
| Rear brake | 265mm single disc Brembo caliper (Bosch ABS) | Single disc brake, 265 mm diameter, single-piston floating caliper. |
| Seat height (cm) | 87.5cm | 87cm |
| Front tyre | 90/90-21 | 90/90 R21 |
| Rear tyre | 150/70-18 | 150/70 R17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | KYB shock absorber reverse fork | Upside-down fork, 43 mm diameter, manually adjustable spring preload, adjustable rebound and compression damping. |
| Rear suspension | KYB shock absorber | Aluminum, double-sided swingarm, directly hinged WAD central spring linkage, hydraulic spring base adjustable, adjustable rebound progressive shock absorber. |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 210km/h | 210km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 21 L – 5.6 L/100km | 14.5 L – 4.8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $17995 | $14195 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -TFT screen, -Traction control -Driving Modes, -Power Modes, -Cruise Control, -USB output |
-BMW Motorrad Connectivity with 6.5-inch TFT color display, BMW Motorrad ABS Pro -Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Akrapovič sport rear muffler, RAIN/ROAD riding modes -LED headlights with daytime running lights, LED flashing turn signal indicators -12V and USB socket, Engine guard, Heated grips, Handguard protection -Adjustable gear shift pedal |
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2023 DUCATI Desert X vs 2024 BMW F 900 GS: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Desert X and 2024 BMW F 900 GS are closely matched in peak power and torque, while the Desert X has more displacement, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Desert X has a larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
Desert X and F 900 GS have very similar peak power (110 hp vs 105 hp).
Torque
Desert X and F 900 GS have very similar listed torque (92 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
Desert X and F 900 GS have very similar listed top speeds (210 km/h vs 210 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Desert X is notably lighter on the listed weight (202 kg vs 219 kg). Desert X and F 900 GS have very similar seat heights (87.5 cm vs 87 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement and weight, while peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of DUCATI Desert X vs BMW F 900 GS?
Both are listed at 210 km/h (130 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Desert X or BMW F 900 GS?
DUCATI Desert X has 110 hp compared with 105 hp on the BMW F 900 GS.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Desert X or BMW F 900 GS?
DUCATI Desert X is lighter at 202 kg vs 219 kg for BMW F 900 GS.
Which is better, DUCATI Desert X or BMW F 900 GS?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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