BMW R 1300 GS Adventure vs Ducati Desmo450 MX

Last Updated: August 5, 2026

Ducati Desmo450 MX price starts at Rs. 17.24 Lakh, which is Rs. 8.51 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BMW R 1300 GS Adventure, priced at Rs. 25.75 Lakh. On the performance front, the R 1300 GS Adventure uses a 1300cc engine producing 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm and the Desmo450 MX a 449.6cc engine producing 63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm. If you're deciding between the R 1300 GS Adventure and Desmo450 MX, the R 1300 GS Adventure is the better pick for performance, while the Desmo450 MX stands out for affordability.

...Read More

R 1300 GS Adventure vs Desmo450 MX Comparison Summary

Specification BMW R 1300 GS AdventureDucati Desmo450 MX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 25.75 LakhRs. 17.24 Lakh
Mileage 21 kmplNot Available
Engine 1300 cc449.6 cc
Max power 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm
Kerb weight 269 KgNot Available

R 1300 GS Adventure vs Desmo450 MX Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Standard (Racing Red)Ducati Desmo450 MX STD
Rating
Be the first to review this bike
Be the first to review this bike
Brand Name BMW Ducati
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 25.75 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 17.24 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air Liquid Cooled Two Cylinder Four Stroke Boxer Engine Single Cylinder, Desmodromic Timing System 4 valves DOHC, Hydraulic Tensioner, Semi Dry Sump, Liquid Cooled
Max Power 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm 63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Colors
Ducati Desmo450 MX Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Not Available
EMI
Rs. 70,503 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 47,192 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 55,363 R 1300 GS Adventure Insurance Rs. 42,956 Desmo450 MX Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
220 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Air Liquid Cooled Two Cylinder Four Stroke Boxer Engine
Single Cylinder, Desmodromic Timing System 4 valves DOHC, Hydraulic Tensioner, Semi Dry Sump, Liquid Cooled
Engine Displacement
1300 cc
449.6 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm
63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm
Max Torque
149 Nm @ 6500 rpm
53.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
106.5 mm
96 mm
Stroke
73 mm
62.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.3 : 1
13.5:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
4 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
21 kmpl
Not Available
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Central Shock Absorber, Travel - 210 mm
Showa Upside Down Front Fork Ø 49 mm Fully Adjustable. Outer Tube With Kashima Coating. Wheel Travel - 310 mm
Suspension-Rear
Single-sided Swingarm, Travel - 220 mm
Showa Mono Shock, Fully Adjustable, Wheel Travel - 301 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-19, Rear :-170/60-17
Front :-80/100-21 Rear :-110/90-19
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
104.8 kg
Seat height
870 mm
970 mm
Load carrying capacity
216 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
4 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
485 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2212*1000*1406 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1518 mm
1494 mm
Length
2212 mm
Not Available
Height
1406 mm
Not Available
Width
1000 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
30 L
7.2 L
Kerb Weight
269 Kg
Not Available
Tail Light
LED
Not Available
Front Brake Size
310 mm
260 mm
Rear Brake Size
285 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
Not Available
Battery Capacity
12V / 10AH
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Two-part frame concept consisting of main frame and rear frame bolted to it, co-supporting engine
Aluminium Welded With Cast, Forged and Extruded Parts
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Dynamic Brake Control, Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Dynamic Engine Brake Control
Ducati Fall Detection
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
WiFi
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Not Available
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled & Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Not Available
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Ignition
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
Not Available
Image
Do you own a Car or Bike?
  • Interact with community
  • Become a Top Contributor
Add Car Add Bike
Review and Win Banner

Latest News on BMW R 1300 GS Adventure and Ducati Desmo450 MX

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Vs Ducati Desmo450 MX FAQs

Which bike is cheaper BMW R 1300 GS Adventure vs Ducati Desmo450 MX?
The Ducati Desmo450 MX is cheaper than BMW R 1300 GS Adventure by ₹8.51 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BMW R 1300 GS Adventure vs Ducati Desmo450 MX?
For the Standard (Racing Red) version, 1300 cc Petrol engine of R 1300 GS Adventure produces 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm of power and 149 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 449.6 cc Petrol engine of Desmo450 MX produces 63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm of power and 53.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque

Images of BMW R 1300 GS Adventure and Ducati Desmo450 MX

Which one do you like more?
Desmo450 MX
Desmo450 MX
R 1300 GS Adventure
R 1300 GS Adventure
  1. Home ›
  2. New Bikes ›
  3. Compare Bikes ›
  4. BMW R 1300 GS Adventure vs Ducati Desmo450 MX
×