Ducati Desert X Rally

The 2024 DesertX Rally combines the performance and suspension capability of a competition-inspired rally motorcycle with the electronics, comfort, and road legality of a premium adventure bike. 937cc Testastretta 11° L-twin engine: Produces about 110 hp and 92 Nm, combining accessible low-speed delivery with serious performance in Rally mode. amcn.com.au Competition-grade KYB suspension: A fully adjustable 48 mm closed-cartridge fork provides 250 mm of travel, while the fully adjustable rear shock offers 240 mm. This gives the Rally excellent control over rocks, ruts, jumps, and fast desert terrain. cyclenews.com True rally wheel configuration: Lightweight, durable 21-inch front and 18-inch rear spoked wheels support serious off-road riding while retaining road versatility. Six riding modes: Sport, Touring, Urban, Wet, Enduro, and Rally settings adapt the throttle response, power delivery, ABS, traction control, and wheelie control to different conditions. Full-power Rally mode: Delivers the engine's full performance with reduced electronic intervention, allowing experienced riders to drift and slide the bike off-road. motorcyclenews.com Advanced electronics package: Includes cornering ABS, traction control, wheelie control, engine-brake control, four power modes, cruise control, and an up/down quickshifter. adventuremotorcycle.com Rally-specific durability: Mass-coloured body panels conceal scratches better, while heavy-duty graphics, a high front mudguard, forged-carbon sump guard, and reinforced protection suit demanding trail use. Adjustable steering damper: Improves stability and helps control front-end deflection during fast off-road riding. Strong braking equipment: Twin 320 mm front discs with Brembo M50 radial four-piston calipers provide powerful road braking, supported by configurable cornering ABS. Long-distance capability: A 21-litre fuel tank, cruise control, upright riding position, wind protection, 12V socket, and USB outlet make the Rally suitable for extended adventure travel. Five-inch vertical TFT display: Offers standard and rally-oriented layouts, smartphone connectivity, and clear access to riding settings. Premium rally styling: The high mudguard, narrow rally seat, exposed technical components, red-grey-white graphics, and Dakar-inspired proportions give it a distinctive factory-race appearance.