Ducati DesertX: journey riding two examples among the colors of Tunisia [VIDEO]

Sunny views, evocative features, atmospheres with desert nuances and the versatile qualities of the new Ducati DesertX. In a film proposed by Ducati on YouTube, two travellers, riding two examples of the new model, explore different points of Tunisia.

A motorcycle for adventure enthusiasts

The professional pilot Alessandro Ruoso and the entrepreneur and motorcyclist Vittorio Vegetti, riding two examples of Ducati DesertX, savor every moment of this experience in Tunisia. An intense journey full of moments, enriched by the colors and brightness of the horizons. Along asphalt roads or desert surfaces, the dynamic qualities of the new model developed by the Borgo Panigale brand also stand out.
The design, defined by Ducati Style Center, includes white and dark elements to which red details are added. Also characterizing is the single volume which includes a tank of over 21 liters and side protections.
The model can be customized by adopting Ducati Performance accessories; the possibilities also include a rally saddle, an additional 8-litre tank to be positioned in the rear area and aluminum transport solutions which, also considering a top case, reach a capacity total of approximately 120 liters, according to information.

The motorbike is equipped with full LED headlights, a double circular headlight in the front area with bi-function polyellipsoidal modules and Daytime Running Light (DRL) and a rear light with an equally distinctive shape and a Ducati Brake Light system, a flash emitted in case of sudden braking.
There are also different technological solutions, including a 5-inch vertical TFT display to facilitate visibility even when driving in an upright position. An instrument panel prepared for the Ducati Multimedia System, being able to choose between two types of Info Mode: Standard with the main information and Rally with a tripmaster function and a typical screen on rally bikes. I am you are Riding Mode, opting between Sport, Touring, Urban, Wet and the specific settings for the Enduro Riding Mode and a new Rally Riding Mode at full power and with attenuated electronic controls. The modes are combined with four Power Modes: Full, High, Medium and Low.

Technically, the bike features a new steel trellis frame with long-travel suspension. At the front there is an adjustable upside-down Kayaba fork with a diameter of 46 mm with a travel of 230 mm, while at the back there is an aluminum swingarm with a Kayaba mono-shock absorber adjustable for compression, rebound and preload. The rear wheel travel reaches 220 mm. The ground clearance value is 250 mm and the dry weight is 202 kg.
The triangulation facilitates standing driving, also taking into account comfort when driving on the road. A slim fit area with connected surfaces is highlighted, evaluating a supported position and a padded saddle present at 875 millimeters from the ground. A lowered saddle is also offered as an accessory, a fact that can be further resized with a lowered suspension accessory kit.
The braking system with ABS Cornering function consists of a double 320 mm front disc with aluminum flanges and Brembo M50 four-piston 30 mm monobloc radial calipers, as well as an axial master cylinder with adjustable levers. Behind it there is still a Brembo solution, a single 265 mm diameter disc associated with a double-piston floating caliper.
In front there is a front wheel from 21 inches, behind another from 18 inches and are fitted with original equipment Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires measuring 90/90-21 and 150/70 R18.
The model is equipped with an advanced engine Testastretta 11 ° da 937 cc liquid cooled and with desmodromic distribution. The power reaches altitude 110 horses at 9.250 rpm and torque 92 Nm at 6.500 rpm. The motorbike can also be ordered in a detuned version from 35 kW. The gearbox is characterized by dedicated and different ratios compared to those of the new Multistrada V2.

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