R 1300 GS Adventure vs DesertX

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure vs Ducati DesertX compared on price, mileage, power and specifications — base variant of each, with the on-road price in Oros.

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

Standard · Adventure

₹25.75 Lakh ex-showroom

₹29.70 Lakh on-road, Oros

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Ducati DesertX
Ducati DesertX

Standard · Adventure

₹19.59 Lakh ex-showroom

₹22.63 Lakh on-road, Oros

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R 1300 GS Adventure vs DesertX: at a glance

The Ducati DesertX is ₹6.16 Lakh cheaper than the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure (₹19.59 Lakh vs ₹25.75 Lakh ex-showroom). The R 1300 GS Adventure takes best mileage, most powerful, bigger engine and lowest seat. The DesertX takes lightest.

CheapestDesertX — DesertX (₹19.59 Lakh) vs R 1300 GS Adventure (₹25.75 Lakh)
Best mileageR 1300 GS Adventure — R 1300 GS Adventure (21 kmpl) vs DesertX (17.8 kmpl)
Most powerfulR 1300 GS Adventure — R 1300 GS Adventure (143.4 bhp) vs DesertX (108.6 bhp)
Bigger engineR 1300 GS Adventure — R 1300 GS Adventure (1300 cc) vs DesertX (937 cc)
LightestDesertX — DesertX (223 kg) vs R 1300 GS Adventure (269 kg)
Lowest seatR 1300 GS Adventure — R 1300 GS Adventure (850 mm) vs DesertX (875 mm)

R 1300 GS Adventure vs DesertX specifications

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

Ducati DesertX

Ducati DesertX

Price & Overview
Ex-Showroom Price₹25.75 Lakh₹19.59 Lakh
Body TypeAdventureAdventure
Categorybikebike
Engine & Performance
Engine1300 cc937 cc
Power143.4 bhp108.6 bhp
Torque149 Nm92 Nm
TransmissionManualManual
Top Speed225 kmph209 kmph
Fuel & Efficiency
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Mileage21 kmpl17.8 kmpl
Fuel Tank30 litres21 litres
Dimensions
Kerb Weight269 kg223 kg
Seat Height850 mm875 – 910 mm
Ground Clearance--

Figures are for the base variant of each model. Compare specific variants, features and colours →

R 1300 GS Adventure vs DesertX — Frequently Asked Questions

The Ducati DesertX is cheaper: DesertX (₹19.59 Lakh) vs R 1300 GS Adventure (₹25.75 Lakh) (ex-showroom, base variant). The on-road price adds RTO and insurance and varies by city.

Disclaimer: Prices shown are indicative and may vary. Ex-showroom, road tax, registration, insurance and other charges are subject to change without notice. Please confirm the final on-road price with your nearest authorised dealer before purchase.