Triumph Rocket 3 vs Ducati DesertX
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Triumph Rocket 3 or Ducati DesertX? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Rocket 3 and DesertX. Triumph Rocket 3 Price starts at Rs.20.20 Lakh (ex-showroom) for R and Ducati DesertX Price starts at Rs.18.33 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Triumph Rocket 3 is 3 cylinder, 2458 cc Engine can generate 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm power whereas Ducati DesertX is a 2 cylinder, 937 cc Engine can generate 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Rocket 3 provides a mileage of 14.7 kmpl (base model), and DesertX has a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model). Triumph Rocket 3 is available in 8 colours & 10 variants whereas Ducati DesertX is available in 1 colours & 2 variants.
Rocket 3 vs DesertX
| Key Highlights | Triumph Rocket 3 | Ducati DesertX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.20.20 Lakh | Rs.18.33 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 2458 cc | 937 cc |
| Power | 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 14.7 kmpl | 17.8 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| Rocket 3 specifications | DesertX specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 22.95 Lakh Price Breakup | 20.97 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 4.9 | - |
| Transmission Type | Shaft Drive | Chain Drive |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 Litres | 21 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 2458 cc | 937 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Rocket 3 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | DesertX Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 4 Piston | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 320 | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | 32 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | 29 |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 21 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | 36 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | 32 |
Rear Wheel Size | 16 | 18 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Front Suspension | Showa 47mm USD 1 1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound damping adjustment, 120mm wheel travel. | KY46mUSforkfulladjustable |
Rear Suspension | Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 107mm wheel travel. | KYB moNoshock& fully adjustable |
Front Tyre Size | 150/80 R17 V | 90/90 - 21 M/C |
Instrumentation
| Rocket 3 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
| Rocket 3 Exterior | DesertX Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| Rocket 3 Warranty | DesertX Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or Unlimited km | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| Rocket 3 Body & Suspension | DesertX Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Full Aluminium Frame | Tubular steel trellis frame |
Engine & Transmission
| Rocket 3 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 | 2458 cc | 937 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder | 11 twin-cylinder unit with desmodromic distribution |
No. of Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 3 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Shaft Drive | Chain Drive |
Battery Capacity | 0.06 kwh | - |
Top Speed | 220 kmph | 209 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 110.2 mm x 85.9 mm | 94 mm x 67.5 mm |
Configuration | 10.8:1 | 13.3:1 |
Cooling type | Water Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 180 bhp @ 7000 rpm | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
Max Torque | 225 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 92 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| Rocket 3 Comfort & Convenience | DesertX Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | 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 | 4 | 4 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| Rocket 3 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 | 4 | 4 |
Slipper Clutch | Wet, multi-plate hydraulically operated, torque assist | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Rocket 3 Dimensions & Capacity | DesertX Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
Width | 920 mm | 960 mm |
Height | 1125 mm | 1178 mm |
Wheelbase | 1677 mm | 1608 mm |
Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 Litres | 21 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3 Litres | 3.1 Litres |
Body Type | Cruiser | Adventure |
Seat Height | 773 mm | 875 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 317 kg | 223 kg |
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Detailed Comparison of Triumph Rocket 3 and Ducati DesertX
Safety
Rocket 3 comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch, Traction Control System. DesertX has Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
Triumph Rocket 3 has features like Average Speed Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Low Oil Indicator, USB Charger Port, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Ducati DesertX, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator.
Transmission
Triumph Rocket 3 comes with 6 Speed Shaft Drive transmission and DesertX comes with 6 Speed Chain Drive transmission.
Dimensions
Triumph Rocket 3 has a 18 Litres fuel tank with 1125 mm seat height. Ducati DesertX has 1178 mm seat height and 21 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Triumph Rocket 3 and Ducati DesertX FAQs
What is the on-road price of Triumph Rocket 3?
The on-road price of Triumph Rocket 3 is Rs. 22.95 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.