Ducati Desmo450 MX vs TVS Raider

Last Updated: July 29, 2026

TVS Raider price starts at Rs. 83,460, which is Rs. 16.40 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Ducati Desmo450 MX, priced at Rs. 17.24 Lakh. On the performance front, the Desmo450 MX uses a 449.6cc engine producing 63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm and the Raider a 124.8cc engine producing 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Desmo450 MX and Raider, the Desmo450 MX is the better pick for performance, while the Raider stands out for affordability.

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Desmo450 MX vs Raider Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati Desmo450 MXTVS Raider
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 17.24 LakhRs. 83,460
Mileage Not Available67 kmpl
Engine 449.6 cc124.8 cc
Max power 63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available124 Kg

Desmo450 MX vs Raider Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Desmo450 MX STDTVS Raider Drum
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Brand Name Ducati TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 17.24 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 83,460 Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Desmodromic Timing System 4 valves DOHC, Hydraulic Tensioner, Semi Dry Sump, Liquid Cooled Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Max Power 63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Desmo450 MX Colors
TVS Raider Colors
Braking Type Not Available Synchronized Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Not Available Digital
EMI
Rs. 47,192 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 2,404 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 42,956 Desmo450 MX Insurance Rs. 6,134 Raider Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
3
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
95 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Desmodromic Timing System 4 valves DOHC, Hydraulic Tensioner, Semi Dry Sump, Liquid Cooled
Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Engine Displacement
449.6 cc
124.8 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm
11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
53.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
96 mm
53.5 mm
Stroke
62.1 mm
55.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronic Control Unit
Compression Ratio
13.5:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Drum
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Synchronized Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
67 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
71.94 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
65.44 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
50-55 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Showa Upside Down Front Fork Ø 49 mm Fully Adjustable. Outer Tube With Kashima Coating. Wheel Travel - 310 mm
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Showa Mono Shock, Fully Adjustable, Wheel Travel - 301 mm
Monoshock, 5 step adj, Gas charged

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-21 Rear :-110/90-19
Front :-80/100 - 17, Rear :-100/90 - 17
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Dry Weight
104.8 kg
Not Available
Seat height
970 mm
780 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
1 L
Engine Oil Grade
Not Available
TVS TRU4, 4T oil (10W30)
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2070*785*1028 mm3
Wheelbase
1494 mm
1326 mm
Length
Not Available
2070 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
180 mm
Height
Not Available
1028 mm
Width
Not Available
785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
7.2 L
10 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
124 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
LED
Front Brake Size
260 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
Not Available
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 5AH

Frame Type
Aluminium Welded With Cast, Forged and Extruded Parts
Single Cradle Tubular Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Ducati Fall Detection
Intelligo
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
Body Type
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Not Available
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
WiFi
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Not Available
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Digital
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
Not Available
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
5500-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
11500-12000 Kms / 365 Days

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
TVS Raider
  • Peppy Performance
  • Gets single-channel ABS
  • Comes with GTT (Glide Through Tech)
TVS Raider
  • Rear disc brake is only available in top-end variants
  • Has a small fuel tank
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Ducati Desmo450 MX Vs TVS Raider FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Desmo450 MX vs TVS Raider?
The TVS Raider is cheaper than Ducati Desmo450 MX by ₹16.40 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Desmo450 MX vs TVS Raider?
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. Whereas for the Drum version, 124.8 cc Petrol engine of Raider produces 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque

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