BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs Ducati DesertX
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW R 1250 GS Adventure or Ducati DesertX? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R 1250 GS Adventure and DesertX. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure Price starts at Rs.21.30 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 40 Years Edition and Ducati DesertX Price starts at Rs.18.33 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is 2 cylinder, 1254 cc Engine can generate N/A power whereas Ducati DesertX is a 2 cylinder, 937 cc Engine can generate 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R 1250 GS Adventure provides a mileage of 14 kmpl (base model), and DesertX has a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model). BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is available in 4 colours & 3 variants whereas Ducati DesertX is available in 1 colours & 2 variants.
R 1250 GS Adventure vs DesertX
| Key Highlights | BMW R 1250 GS Adventure | Ducati DesertX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.21.30 Lakh | Rs.18.33 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 1254 cc | 937 cc |
| Power | N/A | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 14 kmpl | 17.8 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| R 1250 GS Adventure specifications | DesertX specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 24.20 Lakh Price Breakup | 20.97 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 5.0 | - |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 Litres | 21 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 1254 cc | 937 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R 1250 GS Adventure Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | DesertX Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | - | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | - | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston |
Front Disc Size | - | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 32 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 29 |
Front Wheel Size | - | 21 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 36 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 32 |
Rear Wheel Size | - | 18 |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Spoke |
Front Suspension | BMMotorraTeleleverCentrasprinstrut | KY46mUSforkfulladjustable |
Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever& WAD Spring strut& continuously adjustable spring preload by means of hand wheel& Rebound-stage damping adjustable by hand wheel | KYB moNoshock& fully adjustable |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 R19 | 90/90 - 21 M/C |
Instrumentation
| R 1250 GS Adventure Instrumentation | DesertX Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | - | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | - | No |
Fuel level guage | - | Yes |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| R 1250 GS Adventure Exterior | DesertX Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes |
LED headlight | - | Yes |
Warranty
| R 1250 GS Adventure Warranty | DesertX Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 3 Years | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| R 1250 GS Adventure Body & Suspension | DesertX Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Two-section frame concept consisting of main frame with bolt-on rear frame& load-bearing engine | Tubular steel trellis frame |
Engine & Transmission
| R 1250 GS Adventure Engine & Transmission | DesertX Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | - | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1254 cc | 937 cc |
Engine Type | Air/Liquid-cooled Four Stroke Flat Twin Engine& Double Overhead Camshaft& One Balance Shaft and Variable Engine Timing System BMW Shiftcam. | 11 twin-cylinder unit with desmodromic distribution |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.14 kwh | - |
Battery Type | Maintenance Free | - |
Top Speed | 200 kmph | 209 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 102.5 mmx76 mm | 94 mm x 67.5 mm |
Charging Socket | Yes | - |
Configuration | - | 13.3:1 |
Cooling type | Air Cooled & Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | - | Fuel Injection |
Comfort & Convenience
| R 1250 GS Adventure Comfort & Convenience | DesertX Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | - | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | - | Yes |
Front Storage Box | - | No |
Geo Fencing | - | No |
Low Battery Indicator | - | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | - | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | - | No |
Pillion Footrest | - | Yes |
Riding Modes | - | 4 |
Service Reminder Indicator | - | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | - | No |
GPS & Navigation | - | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | - | Yes |
Safety
| R 1250 GS Adventure Safety | DesertX Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | Yes |
Radial Tyres | - | Yes |
Pass Light | - | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | - | Yes |
Turn Signal | - | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel | Dual Channel ABS |
Brake Assist | - | Dual Channel ABS |
Power Modes | - | 4 |
Slipper Clutch | - | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R 1250 GS Adventure Dimensions & Capacity | DesertX Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2207 mm | 2390 mm |
Width | 980 mm | 960 mm |
Height | 1460 mm | 1178 mm |
Wheelbase | 1504 mm | 1608 mm |
Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 Litres | 21 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.78 Litres | 3.1 Litres |
Body Type | Adventure | Adventure |
Seat Height | 890 / 910 mm | 875 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 268 kg | 223 kg |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure and Ducati DesertX
Safety
R 1250 GS Adventure comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Traction Control System. DesertX has Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Traction Control System.
Transmission
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and DesertX comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has a 30 Litres fuel tank with 1460 mm seat height. Ducati DesertX has 1178 mm seat height and 21 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW R 1250 GS Adventure and Ducati DesertX FAQs
What is the on-road price of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure?
The on-road price of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is Rs. 24.20 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Ducati DesertX?
The on-road price of Ducati DesertX is Rs. 20.97 Lakh in New Delhi.