The 2025 Ducati DesertX Rally is designed for adventure riders who need an enhanced off-road experience. It builds upon the regular DesertX platform with some key upgrades for more demanding conditions.
2025 Ducati DesertX Rally
Key Features:
- Engine: The Rally retains the 937cc Testastretta 11° L-twin engine, producing 110 hp at 9,250 rpm and 68 lb-ft of torque at 6,500 rpm. It’s paired with a 6-speed gearbox featuring Ducati Quick Shift (up/down) for smooth transitions.
- Suspension: A significant upgrade is the KYB 48mm upside-down fork, which is fully adjustable, with Kashima coating for added durability and better response. Rear suspension consists of a KYB monoshock with 9.1 inches of travel, tuned specifically for off-road performance.
- Brakes: Brembo provides top-tier braking with dual 320mm front discs and a 265mm rear disc, assisted by Bosch cornering ABS, which ensures precise control in various conditions.
- Chassis & Tires: The frame is a tubular steel trellis design, and it rides on tubed tires, including Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires. The tubed tire setup is essential for handling rougher, more challenging terrains. It can also be fitted with more off-road-specific tires for extreme adventures.
- Electronics: The bike features a suite of electronic aids, including six ride modes (Enduro, Rally, Sport, Touring, Urban, Wet), cornering ABS, wheelie control, and traction control. A 5-inch TFT display manages these systems, and the bike is compatible with the Ducati Connect app for enhanced connectivity.
- Weight & Dimensions: It weighs 494 lbs wet, slightly heavier than the regular DesertX due to the upgraded suspension components.
- Price: The 2025 DesertX Rally is priced around $22,995, which reflects the premium off-road features it offers.
Overall, the DesertX Rally stands out as an adventure bike built for off-road excellence, with technology and components that make it suitable for extreme conditions
Here is a detailed table summarizing the key specifications of the 2025 Ducati DesertX Rally:
| Feature | 2025 Ducati DesertX Rally |
|---|---|
| Engine | 937cc Testastretta 11° L-twin, liquid-cooled |
| Horsepower | 110 hp @ 9,250 rpm |
| Torque | 68 lb-ft @ 6,500 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed with Ducati Quick Shift (up/down) |
| Fuel System | Bosch electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire |
| Clutch | Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate with hydraulic control |
| Front Suspension | KYB 48mm fully adjustable upside-down fork, Kashima coating |
| Rear Suspension | KYB monoshock, 9.1 inches travel |
| Brakes (Front) | Dual 320mm discs with Brembo radial-mount 4-piston calipers |
| Brakes (Rear) | 265mm disc with Brembo 2-piston caliper |
| ABS | Bosch Cornering ABS |
| Ride Modes | 6 (Enduro, Rally, Sport, Touring, Urban, Wet) |
| Electronics | Traction control, wheelie control, 5-inch TFT display, ride modes |
| Wheels & Tires | Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR (tubed tires) |
| Weight (Wet) | 494 lbs |
| Frame | Tubular steel trellis |
| Price | Approx. $22,995 |
| Connectivity | Ducati Connect app compatibility |
| Launch Date | Expected by March 2025 |
This setup makes the DesertX Rally an outstanding choice for extreme off-road adventure riding, combining Ducati’s premium electronics, advanced suspension, and robust design
Accessories and Apparel
The DesertX Rally has all the essential components for off-road use as standard, but those wishing to customize it further can do so by choosing from the Ducati Performance accessories catalogue. To extend fuel range, it is possible to mount an additional 2.1 US gallon (8-litre) tank which provides 40% more total fuel capacity, fit perfectly into the natural lines of the motorbike. Aluminum side cases are available which, combined with the top case, give the motorbike a total load capacity of almost 120 litres. For travellers who never stop there are also additional LED spotlights and heated grips.
The steel tube engine guards protect the tank and engine from falls or impacts during off-road use. Finally, enthusiasts who wish to make the image of their bike even more racing fosussed can choose the Termignoni homologated exhaust. Anyone wishing to use the DesertX Rally in competition can improve the power and torque values by +7% by means of a racing exhaust, again by Termignoni.
Enthusiasts who want to complete their look will be able to choose from various specialist apparel proposals with graphics coordinated with the DesertX Rally livery. The collection, which also includes the women’s line, is made up of the Explorer jacket-trousers set, Atacama gloves, Explorer T7 boots and Arai Tour-X5 helmet.
