BMW R 1300 GS vs Ducati DesertX

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Ducati DesertX price starts at Rs. 19.59 Lakh, which is Rs. 3.91 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BMW R 1300 GS, priced at Rs. 23.50 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the R 1300 GS offers a claimed 20.83 kmpl, while the DesertX delivers 17.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the R 1300 GS uses a 1300cc engine producing 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm and the DesertX a 937cc engine producing 111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the R 1300 GS and DesertX, the R 1300 GS is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the DesertX stands out for affordability.

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R 1300 GS vs DesertX Comparison Summary

Specification BMW R 1300 GSDucati DesertX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 23.50 LakhRs. 19.59 Lakh
Mileage 20.83 kmpl17.8 kmpl
Engine 1300 cc937 cc
Max power 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 237 KgNot Available

R 1300 GS vs DesertX Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW R 1300 GS ProDucati DesertX STD
Rating
3 reviews
4 reviews
Brand Name BMW Ducati
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 23.50 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 19.59 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air-liquid Cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels 11° Twin-Cylinder, Desmodromic Valvetrain, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled
Max Power 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm 111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW R 1300 GS Colors
Ducati DesertX Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 64,342 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 53,642 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 52,084 R 1300 GS Insurance Rs. 46,389 DesertX Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
225 kmph
209 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Air-liquid Cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels
11° Twin-Cylinder, Desmodromic Valvetrain, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled
Engine Displacement
1300 cc
937 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm
111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
149 Nm @ 6500 rpm
92 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
106.5 mm
94 mm
Stroke
73 mm
67.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.3:1
Not Available

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

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

Suspension-Front
BMW Motorrad EVO-Telelever, handlebar tilting decoupeled via flex element, central shock absorber, Travel - 190 mm
upside-down Kayaba front fork 230 mm
Suspension-Rear
BMW Motorrad EVO-Paralever, cast aluminium single-sided swingarm, transversal connected swing arm bearings, central WAD spring strut, spring preload fully adjustable, Travel - 200 mm
Aluminum swing arm, allows 220 mm of rear wheel travel

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 :-90/90-21 Rear :-150/70-18
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
210 kg
Seat height
850 mm
865 mm
Load carrying capacity
228
240 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
4 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
465 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2212*1000*1406 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1518 mm
Not Available
Length
2212 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
Not Available
250 mm
Height
1406 mm
Not Available
Width
1000 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 L
21 L
Kerb Weight
237 Kg
Not Available
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
285 mm
265 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 10AH
Not Available
Power Modes
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Two-part frame concept consisting of main frame and rear frame bolted to it, co-supporting engine
New tubular steel trellis frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Track,Rain,Road,Enduro,Dynamic,Enduro Pro
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
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
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Dynamic brake control, ABS Pro, Tyre Pressure Control, Multi Controller, On-Board Computer, Engine drag torque control, Gear Shift Assistant Pro
Engine Brake Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Ducati Multimedia System
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Sports Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
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
4 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
4
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BMW R 1300 GS Vs Ducati DesertX FAQs

Which bike is best between BMW R 1300 GS vs Ducati DesertX?
Ducati DesertX is better on the grounds of features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper BMW R 1300 GS vs Ducati DesertX?
The Ducati DesertX is cheaper than BMW R 1300 GS by ₹3.91 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BMW R 1300 GS vs Ducati DesertX?
For the Pro version, 1300 cc Petrol engine of R 1300 GS produces 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm of power and 149 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 937 cc Petrol engine of DesertX produces 111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 92 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque

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