BMWR1300GSvsDucatiDesertX

BMW R 1300 GS vs Ducati DesertX: Specifications Comparison

• Safety

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	All Variants	All Variants
  Hazard Warning Indicator	1 Variant	All Variants
  Hazard Warning Switch	1 Variant	All Variants
  Pass Light	1 Variant	All Variants
  Pillion Grabrail	1 Variant	All Variants
  Radial Tyres	1 Variant	2 Variants
  Side Stand Alarm	All Variants	All Variants
  Turn Signal	LED 1 Variant	LED All Variants
  ABS - Anti-lock braking system	All Variants	All Variants
  Slipper Clutch	1 Variant	All Variants
  Traction Control System	1 Variant	All Variants
  Power Modes	Data Not Available	4 All Variants

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• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

  Braking System, Calliper Type, Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster, Wheel Type

  Braking System	Dual Channel ABS All Variants	Dual Channel ABS All Variants
  Calliper Type	Fixed All Variants	Fixed All Variants
  Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	1 Variant	All Variants
  Wheel Type	Alloy 1 Variant	Spoke All Variants
  Front Suspension	Central Shock Absorber	Up Side Down Fork Fully Adjustable Up Side Down Fork
  Rear Suspension	Single-sided Swingarm	KYB Monoshock Fully Adjustable
  Front Tyre Size	120/70 R19 1 Variant	90/90 R21 All Variants
  Rear Tyre Size	170/60 R17 1 Variant	150/70 R18 All Variants
  Front Brake	Disc 1 Variant	Disc All Variants
  Rear Brake	Disc 1 Variant	Disc All Variants
  Tubeless Tyres	1 Variant	2 Variants
  Front Disc Size	Data Not Available	320 All Variants
  Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	Data Not Available	All Variants
  Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	Data Not Available	29 All Variants
  Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Data Not Available	32 All Variants
  Front Wheel Size	Data Not Available	R21 All Variants
  Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	Data Not Available	32 All Variants
  Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Data Not Available	36 All Variants
  Rear Wheel Size	Data Not Available	R18 All Variants
  Rear Disc/Drum Size	Data Not Available	265 mm All Variants

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• Comfort & Convenience

  Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Backrest

  Call/SMS Alerts	1 Variant	All Variants
  Low Battery Indicator	1 Variant	All Variants
  Low Oil Indicator	1 Variant	All Variants
  Pillion Footrest	1 Variant	All Variants
  Riding Modes	3 1 Variant	4 2 Variants 5 1 Variant
  Service Reminder Indicator	1 Variant	All Variants
  GPS & Navigation	1 Variant	All Variants
  Console Type	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Engine Kill Switch	1 Variant	All Variants
  Instrument Console	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Start Type	Self Start 1 Variant	Self Start All Variants
  USB Charger Port	1 Variant	All Variants
  Average Speed Indicator	Data Not Available	All Variants
  Distance to Empty Indicator	Data Not Available	All Variants
  Seat Style	Data Not Available	Split Seat All Variants
  Side Stand Indicator	Data Not Available	All Variants

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• Engine & Transmission

  Gear Shifting Pattern, Ignition, Engine Capacity, Engine Type

  Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up 1 Variant	1 Down 5 Up All Variants
  Ignition	CDI 1 Variant	Data Not Available
  Engine Capacity	1300 cc 1 Variant	937 cc All Variants
  Engine Type	Air-/liquid-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels 1 Variant	L-Twin Cylinders Desmodromic Valvetrain 4 Valves per Cylinder Liquid Cooled All Variants
  No. of Cylinders	2 1 Variant	2 All Variants
  Transmission Type	Manual All Variants	Manual All Variants
  Top Speed	255 kmph 1 Variant	209 kmph All Variants
  Bore x Stroke	106.5 mm x 73 mm 1 Variant	94 mm x 67.5 mm All Variants
  Cooling type	Air-oil cooled 1 Variant	Liquid Cooled All Variants
  Max Power	145 bhp @ 7750 rpm 1 Variant	108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm All Variants
  Max Torque	149 Nm @ 6500 rpm 1 Variant	92 Nm @ 6500 rpm All Variants
  Mileage (Claimed)	21 kmpl 1 Variant	17.8 kmpl All Variants
  Number of Gears	6 Speed 1 Variant	6 Speed All Variants
  Spark Plugs	Data Not Available	All Variants
  No. of valves per cylinder	Data Not Available	4 All Variants
  Fuelling	Data Not Available	Fuel Injection

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• Instrumentation

  Riding Modes Switch, Fuel level guage, Gear Indicator, Tachometer

  Riding Modes Switch	All Variants	All Variants
  Fuel level guage	Digital	Digital
  Gear Indicator
  Tachometer	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Speedometer	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants
  Odometer	Digital All Variants	Digital All Variants

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• Dimensions & Capacity

  Length, Width, Height, Wheelbase

  Length	2212 mm	2390 mm
  Width	1000 mm	960 mm
  Height	1406 mm	1178 mm
  Wheelbase	1518 mm	1608 mm
  Fuel Tank Capacity	19 Litres 1 Variant	21 Litres All Variants
  Body Type	Adventure	Adventure
  Seat Height	850 mm 1 Variant	875 mm 2 Variants 910 mm 1 Variant
  Unladden/Kerb Weight	237 kg 1 Variant	223 kg All Variants
  Ground Clearance	Data Not Available	250 mm
  Engine Oil Capacity	Data Not Available	3.1 Litres 1 Variant

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• Exterior

  Daytime Running Lights, LED headlight

  Daytime Running Lights	1 Variant	All Variants
  LED headlight	Data Not Available	All Variants

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• Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  3 Year

  2 Years/Unlimited Kms 2 Years/ Unlimited kms

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• Pros & Cons

  Pros, Cons

  Pros	Strong 1300cc boxer engine (145 hp, 149 Nm) with great torque delivery Outstanding ride comfort and suspension (EVO ESA) for long-distance touring Highly capable on-road and off-road, true ADV versatility Packed with advanced electronics and rider aids (ride modes, traction control, TFT) More compact and manageable than before, easier to handle than older GS	One of the most off-road capable bikes in its segment Powerful and refined V-twin engine Segment-leading electronics & customization Rally-inspired design with functional benefits Great high-speed touring stability
  Cons	Weight still noticeable, especially at slow speeds Expensive ownership and maintenance Fuel tank slightly smaller than before, reducing range a bit Complex electronics can feel overwhelming Overkill for casual riders or city-only use	Not beginner-friendly Tall and intimidating ergonomics Expensive to buy and maintain Heavy for daily riding Not the most comfortable for pillion or city use

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Visual Gallery

BMW R 1300 GSDucati DesertX

Which Bike Do You Like More?

BMW R 1300 GS

Ducati DesertX