Ducati DesertX vs Triumph Tiger 1200

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Triumph Tiger 1200 price starts at Rs. 19.39 Lakh, which is Rs. 20,200 cheaper than the base variant of Ducati DesertX, priced at Rs. 19.59 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the DesertX offers a claimed 17.8 kmpl, while the Tiger 1200 delivers 18.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the DesertX uses a 937cc engine producing 111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm and the Tiger 1200 a 1160cc engine producing 150 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the DesertX and Tiger 1200, the Tiger 1200 is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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DesertX vs Tiger 1200 Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati DesertXTriumph Tiger 1200
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 19.59 LakhRs. 19.39 Lakh
Mileage 17.8 kmpl18.8 kmpl
Engine 937 cc1160 cc
Max power 111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available246 Kg

DesertX vs Tiger 1200 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati DesertX STDTriumph Tiger 1200 GT Pro
Rating
4 reviews
6 reviews
Brand Name Ducati Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 19.59 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 19.39 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 11° Twin-Cylinder, Desmodromic Valvetrain, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm 150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati DesertX Colors
Triumph Tiger 1200 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 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. 53,089 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 46,389 DesertX Insurance Rs. 46,095 Tiger 1200 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
209 kmph
220 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
11° Twin-Cylinder, Desmodromic Valvetrain, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
937 cc
1160 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
111.52 PS @ 9250 rpm
150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
92 Nm @ 6500 rpm
130 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
94 mm
90 mm
Stroke
67.5 mm
60.7 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Shaft Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
Not Available
13.2:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
17.8 kmpl
18.8 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
upside-down Kayaba front fork 230 mm
Showa 49mm, semi-active damping USD forks. Wheel Travel 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
Aluminum swing arm, allows 220 mm of rear wheel travel
Wheel Travel 200 mm Showa semi-active damping monoshock with automatic electronic preload adjustment and New Active Preload Reduction feature. Depending on the combined weight of rider, pillion and lu

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-21 Rear :-150/70-18
Front :-120/70-19,Rear :-150/70-18
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Dry Weight
210 kg
Not Available
Seat height
865 mm
850 mm
Load carrying capacity
240 kg
Not Available
Wheelbase
Not Available
1560 mm
Ground Clearance
250 mm
Not Available
Height
Not Available
1436 mm
Width
Not Available
849 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
21 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
246 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
265 mm
282 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
New tubular steel trellis frame
Tubular steel frame, with forged aluminium outriggers. Fabricated, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Hill Hold
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
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road 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
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Digital
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
4 Years
3 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
4
3
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is best for long journeys, Tiger 1200 or BMW GS1200? Which one I should buy?
  • It would be unfair to give a verdict here as currently, both these bikes are not available for sale in the market. Moreover, the Tiger 1200 has always been an impressive motorcycle and with the new updates, it is expected to be an even better tourer. Stay tuned for more updates. Read More: - The Big Cat’s Finally Out Of The Bag… Almost
  • If you compare between Tiger 1200 & BMW 1250 GS then go for Tiger 1200.But if you compare Tiger 1200 & BMW 1250 GSA then I prefer BMW 1250 GSA because it will give you more comfort then Tiger 1200.
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Ducati DesertX Vs Triumph Tiger 1200 FAQs

Which bike is best between Ducati DesertX vs Triumph Tiger 1200?
Triumph Tiger 1200 is better on the grounds of comfort. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Ducati DesertX vs Triumph Tiger 1200?
The Triumph Tiger 1200 is cheaper than Ducati DesertX by ₹20,200.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati DesertX vs Triumph Tiger 1200?
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 GT Pro version, 1160 cc Petrol engine of Tiger 1200 produces 150 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 130 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque

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