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.22.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pro 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 134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm 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.22.50 Lakh | Rs.18.33 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 1254 cc | 937 cc |
| Power | 134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm | 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 | 25.56 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 | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 305 | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 | 32 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 | 29 |
Front Wheel Size | - | 21 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | 36 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | 32 |
Rear Wheel Size | - | 18 |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Spoke |
Front Suspension | BMMotorraTeleleverstanchiodiamete1.(3mm)centrasprinstrut" | KY46mUSforkfulladjustable |
Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever | 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 | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| R 1250 GS Adventure Exterior | DesertX Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| R 1250 GS Adventure Warranty | DesertX Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 3 Years or Unlimited km | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| R 1250 GS Adventure Body & Suspension | DesertX Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Two-section frame& front- and bolted 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 | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1254 cc | 937 cc |
Engine Type | Air-Liquid Cooled& Twin Cylinder& DOHC& Boxer Engine | 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 | 0.144 kwh | - |
Top Speed | 200 kmph | 209 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 102.5 mm x 76 mm | 94 mm x 67.5 mm |
Charging Socket | No | - |
Configuration | 12.5 : 1 | 13.3:1 |
Cooling type | Air/Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| R 1250 GS Adventure Comfort & Convenience | DesertX Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | NO | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | 3 | 4 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| R 1250 GS Adventure Safety | DesertX Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Brake Assist | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Power Modes | 3 | 4 |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R 1250 GS Adventure Dimensions & Capacity | DesertX Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2270 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 mm | 875 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 268 kg | 223 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
| R 1250 GS Adventure Entertainment & Communication | DesertX Entertainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
MID (Multi Info Display) | Yes | - |
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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 ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch, Traction Control System. DesertX has Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has features like Average Speed Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and Ducati DesertX, on the other hand, has Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port.
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. 25.56 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.