2022 Ducati DesertX Review | Road & Off-Road Test
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- čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
- Ducati has produced its fair share of drool-worthy machines over the years and the DesertX concept was no different when it was first released to the public in 2019. However, under that scintillating exterior was a not so off-road capable Scrambler platform. Seeing the fantastic response the concept received, the brand decided it was worthy of a completely new chassis to match its rally-inspired look.
At the heart of the package is a 937cc Testastretta V-Twin with Desmo valvetrain, pulled from the Multistrada V2, pumping out 110 horses and 68 ft-lbs of torque. First and second gear get lower gearing for more grunt on the trail, and it receives a 5.54-gallon fuel tank with the option to expand the capacity with a 2.1-gallon rear tank. It also receives a full suite of the latest and greatest rider aids all managed through a vertically-oriented 5" color TFT screen.
Is this new Adventure Bike from Ducati a serious contender in the off-road focused ADV class or just another dressed up sport touring bike? Does it still perform in the twisties like you'd expect from a Ducati? Check out our video review for answers to all your burning questions and more!
You can also read our 2022 Ducati DesertX Review at:
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Check out the full review article here: www.advpulse.com/adv-news/2022-ducati-desertx-review/
Nice review !
Being an owner myself (got it early september), being a former enduro rider, and using this bike like I stole it on and off road, I'll add that, to me :
It's a real 50/50 bike !
I've tried all the other bikes in the range (except for the tiger and africa which have never been an option to me) and this one is the only one being a real blast both on and offroad.
-On road, the V2 engine SPEAKS. This caracter it has is what lacks all the competitor with their similar L2 engines. The chassis works great, the brakes are roadbike level. You can ride it as a supermoto, foot down and slide it from braking point to power sliding exiting a corner (DTC off of course) or ride it like a naked bike, with proper lines and assistances on. It's a wheelie machine, should I add. You can feel the road DNA of Ducati.
-Off road, the more you ride it, the more you get confident, the more you go for it. It's impressive how light yet planted the bike feels. At some point you feel like you could go anywhere the enduro 450's would go. I'm not a huge fan of electronic assistance, yet I suprised myself using it a lot ! Especially the DTC (Ducati thorttle control or ESP) which is like no others. Enduro mode with only 75hp is extraordinary in muddy wet conditions. The rally mode is... well : 110hp offroad... It's nowhere to be necessary or faster, but damn is it joyfull.
Suspension wise, I'm a light and small guy (174cm and less than 80kg all geared up). Had to realease slightly the preload on the front, rear was fine from factory. Reduced a bit the compression setting on both fork (left leg) and shock, too. Now it's just fine. Where the 890r has excellent suspensions, I'd say this one has very good ones. Position and ergonomics is perfect, I felt at home right away which was not the case on any o the other bikes I tried.
- Technically : air filter is well located when it comes to getting clean air versus dusty air, but it's true that it's a pain to access. Takes about 45min when you are used to doing it. Other issue is the torque spec of the rear wheel. Other than that, it's just like the other bikes. My dealer lets me work on the bike and won't void the warranty for it. It's wel built and pretty easy to work on, actually.
I'll add here that the shifter is great on mid and high rpm's but sometimes won't work on low rpm. Hey, it's a v2 engine... That's normal. It's also normal that it won't be as smooth as an L2 on low rpm, yet I found myslef tractoring that thing on very steep hills whith no issue. This bike won't stall.
In other words, tehcnically there is nothing to be affraid of.
- Price wise : It is up to everyone to decide whether this bike is worth spending the amount versus another cheaper bike. Tuareg is a great choice for the buck if you plan on riding mostly offroad or if road performance isn't important to you. Reliability may be a bit of a problem with the aprilia though, time will tell. That said, ktm 890's have plenty of issues as well. T7 is a rock.
So I'll conclude the same way I started. You pay more for this bike, but you get a REAL 50/50 bike that'll put a smile on your face no matter where you take it.
Hoping this will help people make a decision.
Please bear with me : this message is only a perspective : My perspective.
thanks for taking the time to give such a detailed perspective
thank You for Your effort and perspective!
Totally agree ! I am a two months owner of this bike and I confirm : this is a real 50/50 bike !
Great rundown mate.
As an owner too I agree with you 99%. Only for me It is not a 50/50, I would say that It is a 70/70 bike😂
Owner since October. Spot on review!
Do you agree with some of the comments that it's a true 50/50 bike?
Jealous mode activated! I plan on joining the DDX owner's club after I take care of other priorities.
thanks for taking enough attention to the most important thing - suspension instead of blabering 80% of time about electronic gizmos like most "reviews"
Thats proper review 👍👍
Great review!
Thank you!
Great review. Nice channel.
Thanks for watching!
AWESOME BIKE
Has it been put around your test circuit? I remember when the 790 Adv came out, the ADV Pulse website has a write up on it vs. the 990. The 990 was already some 7 seconds faster around your test circuit than an Africa Twin, but lost out to the 790. Would love to see an update of that including the 890, Tiger 900, DesertX etc..
Not yet! Looking forward to getting a hold of a test unit for a future comparo. Feel free to check out other bikes we've put through our test track on our most recent shootout between the T7 and Tuareg 660: www.advpulse.com/adv-news/aprilia_tuareg_660_vs_yamaha_tenere_700_comparison/
Problem is no service manuals, they want you to take it to the dealer for service and very few dealers along the TAT... I'll pass
It has a 18,000 mile valve service interval... You can ride back and forth on the TAT before you need a dealer...
@Phil ReadJr it's not just the valves, I been gathering up info and looks to me if your going to keep it warranty you can't even change your own oil.
@@rickvann3489 That would be totally illegal in the States. Magnuson-Moss.
Lol...look at the farmers and me as a trucker. Can't work on anything without their soft computer programs. It exists quote all the cases you want money wins
So I take it you just watched fortnine as well. Can’t get any better than that..
So Cool bike👍
I find it a bit strange that this Desert X has no oil cooler, like it’s Multistrada cousin ,??, Ducatis always run Hot, and I’m wondering why they left it out ,??🤔
i love this bike and i own one but the buffeting is horrendous, you can also read about it.I And it definitely has a vibration over 135 km per hour. There is some heat from the seat. the rest you say is true
How would you compare it to the Tiger 900?
That's a great matchup! We really need to ride the bikes side by side to give a proper evaluation.
@@ADVPulseVideos Do you guys do group reviews/shootouts? Would be great to see how the bikes stack up!
Yes! our most recent one was between the Tuareg and T7 www.advpulse.com/adv-news/aprilia_tuareg_660_vs_yamaha_tenere_700_comparison/ Tiger vs DesertX could be a good shootout!
What is the “3” under the display console?
It's a sticker to identify the press bikes.
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Great work! Two questions: is the cog better than the t7 maybe? Also, if Ducati gave you that Desert X, would you sell the 990? 😅
Riding one this weekend in Medellin for the first time
Thank you! Much better COG than the T7, especially considering its size. As far as all-around versatility the DesertX takes the trophy but the 990 has a special feel that is hard to duplicate. Not sure if we are ready to release it from our stable just yet! 😅Awesome that you are taking it for a spin in Colombia! Putting it through its paces off-road?
@@ADVPulseVideos Still can't let go of my 990....no matter how hard I try. :)
nice
Nice CAGIVA X … btw
11:48 main reason i want the DDX: my GS has astronomically high 1st gear . 2nd too. ridiculous
Stara dobra piosenka
Just made the final payment for the Desert X.
Skipped the T700 because of the range,the Tuareg because of the single frame, fake vents and the engine leak (also the dealer told me not to change the riding mode), the Afrika Twin because thedealer had only the 2022 18l DCT version and it was awful even with sport mode and suspensions felt like rocks (no assistance from the dealer with the riding setup).
I wanted to go for the 18l Honda non DCT, but the ride with my gf felt way better on the Desert X.
Congrats on the new ride! Check back and let us know your thoughts once you put some good miles on it!
@@ADVPulseVideos thank you, will do so, just need for the rains to stop and spring to come. :))
"Skipped the T700 because of the range..." really ? i would trust the t7's reliabilty of getting "range" above any ducati's at any distance ,
don't worry about the amount of gas a ducaty can officially log around,lol
@@josmoify it's not about reliability, just about the fuel range.
I know the T700 is a great machine and the flaws are almost non existant, it's just that I don't want to carry extra fuel canister or pouches (or whatever they are called).
As for the DesertX's range, it's quite good from what other riders have said.
Also, let's not forget about the enjoyment factor. You can have the best bike in the world and it wouldn't matter if you would not enjoy riding it.
@Mihai George Tanasesc
I'm not a fan boy either way. Not sure why the Ducati is getting all the hate. Not perfect, but no bike is. Even fortnine is choosing it over the T7. I personally prefer the T7 myself. But that is for my own reasons.
The Ducati Africa twin
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they need to make it in RED
Привіт з України
Який байк вибрати Т-7 ,Дезерт Х,Туарег.Дякую
Funny there is not a 2022 X in this country, they are 2023's.
Это африка в твин,от Хонды?
Дезерт Экс от Дукати
Di satu sisi sing nyusahke di anggep ngrepoti serangga...
Steering DAMPER!!! Not Dampener
Ducati desertX and Panigale then real DUCATI
Shorgn fores
Air filter change is TRASH 👎
👆Raiso menang karo koe opo jepang.
where's the offroad? Lol jk
First
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But as it seems your a very old rider you should be in a 250 or 100 just to keep you safe your ready for the museum
This was a really great video. You should use a service such as "PromoSM"!!