BMW R 1300 GS vs Ducati DesertX
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW R 1300 GS or Ducati DesertX? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R 1300 GS and DesertX. BMW R 1300 GS Price starts at Rs.20.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pro and Ducati DesertX Price starts at Rs.18.33 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. BMW R 1300 GS is 2 cylinder, 1300 cc Engine can generate 145 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 1300 GS provides a mileage of 21 kmpl (base model), and DesertX has a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model). BMW R 1300 GS is available in 4 colours & 1 variants whereas Ducati DesertX is available in 2 colours & 2 variants.
R 1300 GS vs DesertX
| Key Highlights | BMW R 1300 GS | Ducati DesertX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.20.95 Lakh | Rs.18.33 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 1300 cc | 937 cc |
| Power | 145 bhp @ 7750 rpm | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 21 kmpl | 17.8 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| R 1300 GS specifications | DesertX specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 23.80 Lakh Price Breakup | 20.97 Lakh Price Breakup |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Chain Drive |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 Litres | 21 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 1300 cc | 937 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R 1300 GS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | DesertX Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | 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 | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 36 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 32 |
Rear Wheel Size | - | 18 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Front Suspension | Central Shock Absorber | KY46mUSforkfulladjustable |
Rear Suspension | Single-sided Swingarm | KYB moNoshock& fully adjustable |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - R19 | 90/90 - 21 M/C |
Instrumentation
| R 1300 GS Instrumentation | DesertX Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | - | No |
Fuel level guage | - | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| R 1300 GS Exterior | DesertX Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | - | Yes |
Warranty
| R 1300 GS Warranty | DesertX Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 3 Year | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| R 1300 GS Body & Suspension | DesertX Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | - | |
Frame Type | Two-part frame consisting of main frame bolted rear frame | Tubular steel trellis frame |
Engine & Transmission
| R 1300 GS Engine & Transmission | DesertX Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | CDI | - |
Spark Plugs | - | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1300 cc | 937 cc |
Engine Type | Air-/liquid-cooled two-cylinder
four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead
chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels | 11 twin-cylinder unit with desmodromic distribution |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | - | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Chain Drive |
Battery Capacity | 0.12 kwh | - |
Top Speed | 255 kmph | 209 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 106.5 x 73 mm | 94 mm x 67.5 mm |
Configuration | - | 13.3:1 |
Cooling type | Air/Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | - | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 145 bhp @ 7750 rpm | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| R 1300 GS Comfort & Convenience | DesertX Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | - | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | - | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | Eco Rain Road Enduro | 4 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| R 1300 GS 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 |
Power Modes | - | 4 |
Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R 1300 GS Dimensions & Capacity | DesertX Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2212 mm | 2390 mm |
Width | 1000 mm | 960 mm |
Height | 1406 mm | 1178 mm |
Wheelbase | 1518 mm | 1608 mm |
Ground Clearance | - | 250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 Litres | 21 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.1 Litres |
Body Type | Adventure bike | Adventure |
Seat Height | 850 mm | 875 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 237 kg | 223 kg |
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Which Bike Do You Like More ?
Detailed Comparison of BMW R 1300 GS and Ducati DesertX
Safety
R 1300 GS comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System. DesertX has Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
BMW R 1300 GS has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and Ducati DesertX, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, GPS & Navigation, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.
Transmission
BMW R 1300 GS comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and DesertX comes with 6 Speed Chain Drive transmission.
Dimensions
BMW R 1300 GS has a 19 Litres fuel tank with 1406 mm seat height. Ducati DesertX has 1178 mm seat height and 21 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW R 1300 GS and Ducati DesertX FAQs
What is the on-road price of BMW R 1300 GS?
The on-road price of BMW R 1300 GS is Rs. 23.80 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.