Ducati DesertX vs Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Ducati DesertX or Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between DesertX and FTR 1200. Ducati DesertX Price starts at Rs.18.33 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 Price starts at Rs.19.38 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Black Smoke. Ducati DesertX is 2 cylinder, 937 cc Engine can generate 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm power whereas Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 is a N/A cylinder, 1203 cc Engine can generate 124.7 PS power. In terms of mileage, DesertX provides a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model), and FTR 1200 has a mileage of 18.9 kmpl (base model). Ducati DesertX is available in 1 colours & 3 variants whereas Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 is available in 3 colours & 5 variants.
DesertX vs FTR 1200
Key Highlights | Ducati DesertX | Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 |
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Price | Rs.18.33 Lakh | Rs.19.38 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 937 cc | 1203 cc |
Power | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm | 124.7 PS |
Mileage/Range | 17.8 kmpl | 18.9 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
DesertX specifications | FTR 1200 specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 20.97 Lakh Price Breakup | 22.17 Lakh Price Breakup |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 21 Litres | 13 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 937 cc | 1203 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
DesertX Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | FTR 1200 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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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 | R21 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 32 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | R18 | - |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Front Suspension | KYB 46mm USD Fork, Fully Adjustable | ZSachFullAdjustablInverteTelescopiCartridgFork |
Rear Suspension | KYB Monoshock, Fully Adjustable | ZF Sachs Fully Adjustable Piggyback IFP / 120mm |
Front Tyre Size | 90/90 - R21 | 120/70 ZR17 |
Instrumentation
DesertX Instrumentation | FTR 1200 Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Analogue |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
DesertX Exterior | FTR 1200 Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Yes | - |
Warranty
DesertX Warranty | FTR 1200 Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/Unlimited Kms | - |
Body & Suspension
DesertX Body & Suspension | FTR 1200 Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Tubular steel trellis frame | - |
Engine & Transmission
DesertX Engine & Transmission | FTR 1200 Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | - |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | - |
Engine Capacity | 937 cc | 1203 cc |
Engine Type | 11 twin-cylinder unit with desmodromic distribution | Liquid Cooled V-Twin |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Range | 374 km/charge | - |
Top Speed | 209 kmph | 147 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 94 mm x 67.5 mm | 102 mm x 73.6 mm |
Configuration | Twin Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm | 124.7 PS |
Max Torque | 92 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 118 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
DesertX Comfort & Convenience | FTR 1200 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 | Digital | Semi-Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - |
Safety
DesertX Safety | FTR 1200 Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | No |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | - |
Radial Tyres | Yes | - |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | - |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | - |
Turn Signal | LED | - |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | 4 | - |
Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | - |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
DesertX Dimensions & Capacity | FTR 1200 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2390 mm | 2223 mm |
Width | 960 mm | 830 mm |
Height | 1178 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase | 1608 mm | 1525 mm |
Ground Clearance | 250 mm | 165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 21 Litres | 13 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.1 Litres | 2.8 Litres |
Body Type | Adventure | Sports Bike |
Seat Height | 875 mm | - |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 223 kg | - |
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Detailed Comparison of Ducati DesertX and Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200
Safety
DesertX comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. FTR 1200 has Side Stand Alarm, Traction Control System, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Transmission
Ducati DesertX comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and FTR 1200 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Ducati DesertX has a 21 Litres fuel tank with 1178 mm seat height. Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 has 1295 mm seat height and 13 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Ducati DesertX and Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 FAQs
What is the on-road price of Ducati DesertX?
The on-road price of Ducati DesertX is Rs. 20.97 Lakh in New Delhi.
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.