Ducati DesertX Discovery

DesertX Discovery - Let's Adventure

Now fully equipped

Turn every adventure into an unforgettable memory with the new DesertX Discovery.
Thanks to a fully equipped setup, you will be ready to explore any destination and enjoy your travels like never before. Designed and accessorised to offer unprecedented versatility, the DesertX Discovery is the ideal choice for those seeking travel agility and off-road character.

With 6 pre-set rider modes: Sport, Touring, Urban, Wet, Enduro and Rally all of which get differing levels of power, traction, wheelie control and ABS, that can all be custom tailored to suit your own requirements.

Now with a 4 year factory warranty valid Europe wide – What’s not to like!

DesertX Discovery is Adventurous

Perfect harmony between weight, performance and agility.

Ducati really wanted to broaden its audience for the DesertX. Seat height starts at 875mm but can be reduced with either a lower seat option or a suspension lowering kit or even a combination of both which are available as accessory options. The narrow seat and bodywork ensure that these seat heights translate into real benefits for the rider.

The Ducati DesertX Discovery offers an upright riding position with considerably more leg room for added comfort and maneuverability when riding out of the seat. The steering angle makes low speed maneuvering a doddle.

The electronic package can be extended with the addition of the Ducati Multimedia system that allows Bluetooth pairing to your smartphone, allowing for calls, notifications, music management and for the addition of turn by turn sat nav guidance. All lights / indicators are Full LED.

Iconic design revived

Unmistakably Adventurous

The volumes, silhouette, tank and headlight characterise the design of the original Cagiva Elephant and remain true to the original lines of the bike born over 3 decades ago, while revisiting them with a modern flair.

The 21 litre tank offers exceptional range, however there is scope to add an additional 8 litre tank (which is another accessory item that is available) to ensure that the Ducati DesertX Discovery can explore the areas that others can only dream of.

Testastretta 11° engine

Fluid delivery, full and increased torque curve

Thanks to high maximum power and torque values, fluid delivery and a full torque curve at all speeds, the new DesertX’s Watercooled Testastretta 11° engine can guarantee performance and agility to the rider. 110 bhp, with 68 ft lb of torque, this powerplant oozes versatility.

Maintenance intervals – 9000 miles or bi-annual for oil service, 18,000 miles for valve clearance service. “Adventurous” intervals………

The Ducati DesertX is also available for those with a restricted licence, as a version with 35 kW of regulated power. (Special Order)

Euro 5 Compliant.

Functionality On and Off Road

Designed for comfort

Much research went into the off-road capabilities and rider comfort under these arduous conditions. The surfaces in contact with the rider are large and well connected.

This allows rider movement in all directions with the highest level of comfort and control, especially in off-road riding.

6 Rider Modes Plus Rider Assist

The Whole Safety Pack

6 Rider Modes

The versatility of the DesertX is also reflected in its Riding Modes. It has 6 modes, 2 of which are specifically dedicated to the off-road riding experience: Enduro and the brand new Rally Mode, in addition to the Sport, Touring, Urban e Wet modes.

Rider Assist

The electronic equipment is completed by a package of rider assistance systems: Traction Control, Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control, Cornering ABS, Quickshifter Up & Down and Cruise Control, to make long distance riding even more relaxing.

Display & Connectivity

The DesertX is equipped with a 5″ TFT color display ready for integration with the Ducati Multimedia System (and oriented vertically to offer the best visibility even when riding standing up

21"/18" wheel combination

Generous ground clearance 250 mm

DesertX Discovery is equipped with the iconic wheel combination for the enduro segment: spoked wheels, 21” at the front and 18” at the rear. Ready to easily tackle any type of obstacle and asphalt.

A fundamental feature for off-road use, DesertX Discovery has a ground clearance of 250 mm, which is particularly favorable for more extreme off-road riding.

Kayaba long stroke suspension – The 46mm upside-down fork and fully adjustable single shock absorber were developed with the Japanese brand Kayaba, a successful producer in the off-road world.

LED All Round

Top & Tail

The bike’s completely Full LED lighting system is ocutting edge. The double front headlight has two bi-function polyellipsoidal modules with Daytime Running Light (DRL) and has been designed to ensure excellent visibility, which is particularly important for a bike that can ride in all conditions. The tail light is equipped with the Ducati Brake Light system. In the event of emergency braking, it automatically flashes to signal the condition of sudden slowing to following vehicles, making a further contribution to rider safety.

What are the differences

One or two as it turns out!

DexertX vs DesertX Discovery
The differences:

Reinforced handguards

Heated grips

Dedicated livery – With thick adhesive graphics

Aluminium panniers – 41l + 35l = 76l of capacity

Central stand

Reinforced sumpguard

Water radiator grid

Black crash bar with water pump protection bar

Turn by turn navigation Bluetooth module 5 years TbTlicence.

Touring windshield