All New Ducati Desert X - A detailed look (including pricing)

[@jerseyjeeper1575]

This is the best video commentary on the internet right now for the desert x..

[@MotoChatter]

Thank you for your kind comment, have a great day.

[@paloe]

Thanks MotoChatter for this detailed look at the new Ducati Desert X.

[@TwoHawksHunting]

This is a modern/retro tough looking bike worthy of the Ducati name.

[@CarlosMartinsPT]

I test rides this one and the v4s and I actually like this best! Super comfortable, light, nice cornering and powerful enough. Coming from a BMW K1300R, I must say I was impressed. I only found it a bit tall for me, but then again and a shorty 1,65m

[@tt4r]

A vital and durable way to cross the desert. Certainly an interesting prospect to consider. Thank you MotoChatter. Happy riding all.

[@iamaconcernedcitizen4851]

I love it I have ordered one to get in September.

[@johnwust9230]

Thanks for the info, I have a test ride booked and a deposit for March 23 bike.

[@ausriderone6243]

Love the look of this bike. Impressive electronics and KYB suspension it should handle nicely. Another mid weight adventure bike in the mix. The manufacturers are stepping it up.

[@jerseyjeeper1575]

I ordered one! Thanks for the vid

[@MotoChatter]

You are welcome, thanks for watching and congratulations on your new bike.

[@brianmcmanus4690]

Damn I love this bike. Cheers!

[@ThePollaxtroy]

First time i seen a Ducatti Dakar bike. I was considering teh new teneree. But i do like the look of this.

[@Sam-tn7mb]

looks a lot like the old elephant but a modern version I liked that and I think the ducati has done a great job on this one reasonably priced too

[@MotoChatter]

Totally agree, thanks for your comment.

[@Xerdoz]

What's odd is that the Cagiva Elephant is kinda making a comeback in the guise of MV Agusta Lucky Explorer. It also looks like a serious machine.

[@Xerdoz]

@@andersd8956 It should be lighter than BMW 1250 GS.

[@Xerdoz]

@@andersd8956 Yet, people ride GSs off-road so I'm sure people will take MV Agustas as well.

[@thepub245]

If I had one it would crossing car parks and jumping speed humps! Still, nice looking thing. Specced one up on Ducatis website, came to 15 grand sterling, ouch.

[@phillipsteele9067]

I do like the looks, fuel capacity, the Enduro purpose more so a adventure bike. My one concern is the height and the weight. I am 5' 6" barefooted, 175 lbs.. I would love to see a 650 or 700 cc bike with this same DNA.

[@MotoChatter]

Hi and thanks for your comment. I think it would be greta to see a smaller engined version, perhaps using the smaller of the Monster engines. Thanks for watching.

[@TheMonkini]

The bike looks great. Love the retro look with a clean modern esthetic. Would be a great promotion for the bike to join the dakar, only if they get a top rider that gives Ducati a good chance of winning. Though not necessary as Bmw can show. Getting people what they want or getting under their skin is far more effective commercially and financially.

[@MotoChatter]

Would be good to see Ducati competing off road, although as you say they will sell without it. I don't know anything official, but my feeling is they will enter the Dakar, we will have to watch this space. Thanks for your comment.

[@TheMonkini]

For Dakar it would have to go on a diet to compete with the 450s. Maybe in another class.

[@sspirito3130]

Dakar's bikes are restricted to 450cc. It's a shame that we can no longer see those big enduros competing anymore

[@chep5958]

Considering the 450cc limit on Dakar bikes these days, I doubt Ducati will be taking a run at it. Good vid though. Thanks 👍🏼

[@MotoChatter]

Thanks for your comment, Ducati have recently thrown a surprise by taking over the MotoE race series from Energica with an all electric race bike from 2023 onwards, maybe they will come up with something for the Dakar. We shall see, either way, the Desert X is a welcome addition to the range. Thanks for watching, have a great day.

[@kevincraig8257]

i think it will really sell its like a well refined tool built into a good looking motorcycle I dont know I like it and its about the righr weight to still tour with.

[@MotoChatter]

I think it will be a good seller too, looking forward to getting on one, Ducati have said they will be in the dealer network from May '22. Thanks for watching.

[@kevincraig8257]

@@MotoChatter Im getting on with age and have several bikes now with limited space and am looking for the do all bike maybe its the X i dont know It seems to be a favorble weight but i need something i can use on the highway also get your hands on one because i would have to travel at least a day to even see one up close thanks

[@glenobrien727]

Anyone know if they will have an oiled foam air filter or are they persisting with a non suitable paper element as per the Multistrada range ?