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Ducati
DesertX
Ducati's DesertX combines the 937cc Testastretta L-twin with 21/18 spoked wheels and long-travel suspension — the most capable off-road chassis Ducati has offered in a street-legal ADV, with off-road agility matching class leaders. The 34.6-inch seat is among the tallest in the segment; desmodromic service is a meaningful ownership cost; test-sit and factor both in before committing.
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937cc l twin
Engine
463 lbs
Weight
34.6 in
Seat
$18,995
MSRP
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Rider fit
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Beginner2/10
Commuting4/10
Touring6/10
Off-road9/10
Two-up4/10
Sport7/10
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Known strengths
- Genuine off-road capability with 21/18 wheel combo and long-travel suspension
- Testastretta L-Twin delivers 110 hp with broad torque curve
- Six riding modes cover every terrain from highway to hard enduro
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Common issues
- Premium Ducati pricing and cost of replacement body panels
- High seat height can be intimidating for shorter riders
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Inspection checklist
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Maintenance notes
- Desmo service (valve clearance) required every 18,600 miles
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- 2024Ducati's DesertX combines the 937cc Testastretta L-twin with 21/18 spoked wheels and long-travel suspension — the most capable off-road chassis Ducati has offered in a street-legal ADV, with off-road agility matching class leaders. The 34.6-inch seat is among the tallest in the segment; desmodromic service is a meaningful ownership cost; test-sit and factor both in before committing.Watch
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Last checked May 24, 2026 through MANUAL.
Configuration
2024 Base
adventure motorcycle with 937cc l twin.