Ducati DesertX vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R

Last Updated: August 13, 2026

Ducati DesertX price starts at Rs. 19.59 Lakh, which is Rs. 3.37 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 1390 Super Duke R, priced at Rs. 22.96 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the DesertX offers a claimed 17.8 kmpl, while the 1390 Super Duke R delivers 16.94 kmpl. On the performance front, the DesertX uses a 937cc engine producing 111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm and the 1390 Super Duke R a 1350cc engine producing 190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the DesertX and 1390 Super Duke R, the DesertX is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 1390 Super Duke R stands out for performance.

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DesertX vs 1390 Super Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati DesertXKTM 1390 Super Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 19.59 LakhRs. 22.96 Lakh
Mileage 17.8 kmpl16.94 kmpl
Engine 937 cc1350 cc
Max power 111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available210 Kg

DesertX vs 1390 Super Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati DesertX STDKTM 1390 Super Duke R STD
Rating
4 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Ducati KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 19.59 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 22.96 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 11° Twin-Cylinder, Desmodromic Valvetrain, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled 2 cylinder, 4 stroke, V 75°
Max Power 111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm 190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati DesertX Colors
KTM 1390 Super Duke R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 53,642 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 62,858 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 46,389 DesertX Insurance Rs. 51,294 1390 Super Duke R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
209 kmph
250 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
11° Twin-Cylinder, Desmodromic Valvetrain, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled
2 cylinder, 4 stroke, V 75°
Engine Displacement
937 cc
1350 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm
190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
92 Nm @ 6500 rpm
145 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
94 mm
110 mm
Stroke
67.5 mm
71 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Double Ignition
Compression Ratio
Not Available
13.2:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
17.8 kmpl
16.94 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
16.94 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
upside-down Kayaba front fork 230 mm
Wp Apex Usd Ø 48 mm, Wheel Travel - 125 mm
Suspension-Rear
Aluminum swing arm, allows 220 mm of rear wheel travel
Wp Apex Linkage Shock, Wheel Travel - 140 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-21 Rear :-150/70-18
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-200/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Dry Weight
210 kg
200.5 kg
Seat height
865 mm
834 mm
Load carrying capacity
240 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3 L
Wheelbase
Not Available
1491 mm
Ground Clearance
250 mm
149 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
21 L
17.5 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
210 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
265 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 11.2AH
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
New tubular steel trellis frame
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated, Cast Aluminium Composite
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Rain,Sports,Street
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Engine Brake Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Ducati Multimedia System
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
4 Years
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
4
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000
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Which bike is cheaper Ducati DesertX vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
The Ducati DesertX is cheaper than KTM 1390 Super Duke R by ₹3.37 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati DesertX vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
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. Whereas for the STD version, 1350 cc Petrol engine of 1390 Super Duke R produces 190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 145 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque

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