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DesertX 937

US$ 17995. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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55 /100 Balanced
Power/Weight
0.49 hp/kg
Torque
92 Nm
Engine
937 ccm

2025 Ducati DesertX 937 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Ducati's enduro - offroad motorcycle platform, the 2025 Ducati DesertX 937 utilizes a 937 cc (57.2 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 110 HP (80.3 kW) at 9,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 92 Nm (67.9 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 117.4 HP per liter and a 2,750 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (9,250 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the DesertX 937 measures 223 kg (492 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.49 HP/kg (2.03 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 875 mm (34.4 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,608 mm (63.3 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 21-liter (5.5 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.6 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 375 km (233 miles) between fill-ups.

Specific Output
117.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.49 HP/kg (2.03 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–9,250 rpm
Theoretical Range
~375 km (233 mi)
Engine
Displacement 937.0 ccm (57.18 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details Ducati Testastretta 11°, L-Twin engine
Power 110.0 HP (80.3 kW)) @ 9250 RPM
Torque 92.0 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression 13.3:1
Bore x Stroke 94.0 x 67.5 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection. Bosch, Ø53 mm throttle bodies with ride-by-wire system
Fuel Control Desmodromic valve control
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control
Driveline Chain, front sprocket Z15, rear sprocket Z49. Primary drive: Straight cut gears, ratio 1.85.
Performance
Fuel Consumption 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 129.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission Details Euro 5
Exhaust Stainless steel single mufler, catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes
Chassis
Frame Type Tubular steel trellis
Rake 27.6°
Trail 122 mm (4.8 inches)
Front Suspension KYB 46 mm upside-down fork, fully adjustable
Front Travel 230 mm (9.1 inches)
Rear Suspension KYB Twin sided swing arm, fully adjustable, remote preload adjustment, aluminium double-sided swingarm
Rear Travel 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1608 mm (63.3 inches)
Ground Clearance 250 mm (9.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 90/90-21
Rear Tyre 150/70-R18
Front Brakes Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø 265 mm (10.4 inches)
Wheels Wire spoked. Pirelli Scorpion Rally tires
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 223.0 kg (491.6 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.4933 HP/kg
Seat Height 875 mm (34.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 21.00 litres (5.55 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 202.00 litres (213.45 US quarts)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Black/grey/red, White
Instruments 5 inch TFT colour display
Electrical Lithium-ion battery
Light LED lights
Warranty 24 months unlimited miles
Notes

Windscreen. 6 ride modes. Power modes. Traction control. Cruise control. Keyless. USB.

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Off-Road & Adventure
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87.5 cm / 34.4 in
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