Ducati DesertX V2 Revealed Using A Lighter 890cc Machine

Ducati Desert X Rally/DOK PHOTO: Visordown

JAKARTA Ducati is back in the spotlight after leaked photos of the DesertX V2 trial spread across European media. The Italian manufacturer's flagship adventure motorbike looks like it is being tested with a new 890 cc V-twin engine, replacing the 932cc Testastretta configuration currently in use.

According to a Visordown report, Saturday, October 4, Ducati's move to switch to a machine also used on Multistrada V2 and Multistrada V2 S was carried out to simplify production and cut weight.

In addition, the new engine also promises a slightly larger power and a conventional valve system that is easier to care for.

"The V2 engine is more reliable and makes maintenance a little easier," the report reads.

The spy shot published in German magazine Motorrad shows the DesertX V2 prototype is still in its early stages of development. From its external appearance, this trial model does not look like a mass production motor, so it is unlikely to launch this year.

In fact, a number of European media predict their debut will only be made at the upcoming EICMA event. Regarding prices, the Spanish automotive site Soy Motero estimates Ducati will market DesertX V2 at 16,490 or approximately IDR 305 million.

This figure makes DesertX V2 in the premium medium adventure motorcycle segment that challenges BMW F850GS and KTM 890 Adventure. However, there are still big question marks about how Ducati keeps DesertX's character.

This is because new machines are indeed more practical and light, but some of Ducati's fanatical fans may miss the sensation of old machines. What is clear, this leak further strengthens the news that Ducati is preparing big steps to strengthen their adventure motorcycle line.