Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 vs Ducati DesertX
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 or Ducati DesertX? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between FTR 1200 and DesertX. Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 Price starts at Rs.19.38 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Black Smoke and Ducati DesertX Price starts at Rs.18.33 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 is N/A cylinder, 1203 cc Engine can generate 124.7 PS power whereas Ducati DesertX is a 2 cylinder, 937 cc Engine can generate 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, FTR 1200 provides a mileage of 18.9 kmpl (base model), and DesertX has a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model). Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 is available in 3 colours & 5 variants whereas Ducati DesertX is available in 1 colours & 3 variants.
FTR 1200 vs DesertX
Key Highlights | Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 | Ducati DesertX |
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Price | Rs.19.38 Lakh | Rs.18.33 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1203 cc | 937 cc |
Power | 124.7 PS | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 18.9 kmpl | 17.8 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
FTR 1200 specifications | DesertX specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 22.17 Lakh Price Breakup | 20.97 Lakh Price Breakup |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 Litres | 21 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1203 cc | 937 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
FTR 1200 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | DesertX Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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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 | - | R21 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 36 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 32 |
Rear Wheel Size | - | R18 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Front Suspension | ZF Sachs Fully Adjustable Inverted Telescopic Cartidge Fork | KYB 46mm USD Fork, Fully Adjustable |
Rear Suspension | ZF Sachs Fully Adjustable Piggyback IFP / 120mm | KYB Monoshock, Fully Adjustable |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR17 | 90/90 - R21 |
Instrumentation
FTR 1200 Instrumentation | DesertX Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | - | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | - | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Digital |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
FTR 1200 Exterior | DesertX Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes |
LED headlight | - | Yes |
Warranty
FTR 1200 Warranty | DesertX Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | - | 2 Years/Unlimited Kms |
Body & Suspension
FTR 1200 Body & Suspension | DesertX Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | - | Tubular steel trellis frame |
Engine & Transmission
FTR 1200 Engine & Transmission | DesertX Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | - | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1203 cc | 937 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid Cooled V-Twin | 11 twin-cylinder unit with desmodromic distribution |
No. of Cylinders | - | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | - | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Range | - | 374 km/charge |
Top Speed | 147 kmph | 209 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 102 mm x 73.6 mm | 94 mm x 67.5 mm |
Configuration | - | 13.3:1 |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 124.7 PS | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
Max Torque | 120 Nm @ 6000 rpm | 92 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
FTR 1200 Comfort & Convenience | DesertX Comfort & Convenience | |
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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 | Semi-Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | - | Yes |
Safety
FTR 1200 Safety | DesertX Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | Yes |
Radial Tyres | - | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | - | Yes |
Pass Light | - | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | - | Yes |
Turn Signal | - | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Dual Channel ABS |
Brake Assist | - | Dual Channel ABS |
Power Modes | - | 4 |
Slipper Clutch | - | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
FTR 1200 Dimensions & Capacity | DesertX Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2223 mm | 2390 mm |
Width | 830 mm | 960 mm |
Height | 1297 mm | 1178 mm |
Wheelbase | 1524 mm | 1608 mm |
Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 Litres | 21 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 2.8 Litres | 3.1 Litres |
Body Type | Sports | Adventure |
Seat Height | - | 875 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | - | 223 kg |
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Detailed Comparison of Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 and Ducati DesertX
Safety
FTR 1200 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Traction Control System, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . DesertX has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch, Traction Control System.
Transmission
Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and DesertX comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1297 mm seat height. Ducati DesertX has 1178 mm seat height and 21 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 and Ducati DesertX FAQs
What is the on-road price of Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200?
The on-road price of Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 is Rs. 22.17 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.