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Ducati DesertX vs Ducati Monster V2 Comparison

Compare Ducati DesertX vs Ducati Monster V2 to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on Ducati DesertX vs Ducati Monster V2; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

DesertX vs Monster Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	DesertX	Monster
Price	19.59 L	13.99 L
Power	937.0 CC	890.0 CC
Class	Off Road	Sports
Mileage	17.85 KM/L	18 KM/L

Ducati DesertX

Ex-Showroom Price

₹19.59 L

Ducati Monster

Ex-Showroom Price

₹13.99 L

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Ducati DesertX

STD

19.59 L

Ducati Monster

STD

13.99 L

Overview Specifications Features

Overview

Overall Rating	N/A	8.1
Design	-	8.75
Performance	-	8.00
Fuel Consumption	-	7.75
Significance	-	7.75
Safety	-	8.75
Comfort	-	8.00
Value For Money	-	8.00

Specifications

Engine CC	937.0 CC	890.0 CC
Max Torque	92 Nm @ 6500 Rpm	91.1 Nm @ 7250 Rpm
Top Speed	209 kmph	200 kmph
No. of Gears	6 Gears	6 Gears
Starting Mechanism	Self Start	Self Start

Ground Clearance	280 mm mm	0 mm mm
Kerb Weight	210,211 KG	175 KG
Seat Height	865,910 mm	815 mm

Fuel tank Capacity	21.0 L	14.0 L
Mileage	17 KM/L	18 KM/L

Front Brake Type	Double Disc	Disc,Semi - Floating Discs
Rear Brake Type	Disc 2 Piston Caliper,Ø 265 Mm Disc, Brembo Floating 2 Pistons Caliper, Bosch Cornering ABS	Disc
Front Tyre	90/90 - 21	Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	150/70 - R18	Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 180/55 ZR17
Wheel Type	Spoke Wheels	Alloy Wheels

Features

ABS

Yes

Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC)	No	Yes
Ducati Traction Control (DTC)	No	Yes

Pros Cons of Ducati DesertX

Pros

Retro-ADV design
Solid off-road performance
Lots of features and electronic aids

Cons

High cost of ownership
Expensive
Limited availability

Verdict

The latest adventure motorcycle from Ducati is the Desert X and it is highly capable, gets a decent list of features and in the right hand, it is quite entertaining too. The off-road performance is perhaps one of the best in its segment and it can go touring as well. The price may be expensive but it is worth it, if you are looking for a premium adventure motorcycle, with a flair for off-roading.

Pros Cons Ducati Monster

Pros

The L-twin engine delivers a punchy mid-range pull and sharp top-end speed.
Standard 820 mm seat height can be dropped to as low as 775 mm (with optional kits) to suit various riders.
A lightweight aluminium frame drops the weight to just 166 kg and makes it exceptionally nimble through corners.
It has cornering ABS, traction control, wheelie control, and three riding modes (Sport, Urban, Touring).
The discs provide progressive lever feel and sharp braking power.
A bi-directional quickshifter allows you to benefit from clutchless gear changes.

Cons

Ride quality feels harsh when going over broken roads.
It has bare minimum padding for the pillion seat.
High import pricing and steep maintenance protocol can be deterrents.
The 14-litre fuel tank limits cruising range between fuel stops on highway runs.

Verdict

The Ducati Monster V2 is a classic Italian roadster with a sharp, featherweight package. Its explosive performance, track-derived chassis agility, and advanced electronics make it an absolute beast around twisties or when attacking weekend track sessions.

Yes, the firm ride over bumpy roads and virtually non-existent pillion comfort make its solo persona hard to digest. Even then, if you want authentic Italian character and razor-sharp cornering abilities, the Ducati Monster is truly hard to beat.