Ducati Desert X | Preparation for Motorcycle Adventure 

Thanks for watching!

Yeah, I’m not gonna take to a dealer to have it cleaned / replaced!

Or watch a video as to how to change it your self. Or, keep away from others dust and move back a bit.

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV Hey, thanks for the awesome video about the Ducati Desert X! I really enjoyed watching it. Yeah, Just wanted to mention those couple of things that some riders have pointed out. Apparently, replacing the air filter on this bike can be a bit of a challenge. There is one vid on youtube and it still takes around 20 minutes first time we tried to do it, it took close to an hour and involved removing the tank, which can be a hassle. Also, the manual suggests going to a dealer for maintenance for everything, which might be a bummer for those who like tinkering with their own bikes or find themselves in remote areas without a dealer nearby. But hey, overall, it seems like a fantastic ride! Just thought it's worth considering these points. Thanks again for the great review!

@@adrianpeds I have talked about these issues at length. Have a look at my test, just click the link in the top right hand corner

Yeah pretty out of the way.

I agree. You'll notice recent tests of bikes on this channel are more about adventures and fun rather than pixel peeping and spec sheets

Ha ha :)

Lovely day for riding.

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There's not technical gremlins with the Desert X, it's more about knowing for example, the size and shape of the rear tyre to fit so that it doesn't scrape.

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV That’s good, a totally manageable type of quirk. 👍

Thanks Matt. Really appreciate this information

Yes I agree.

Yeah it does look nice and traditional

There you go, from a past life.

ha ha :)

Nope.

I believe it’s even better still

We get access to a Norden Expedition very soon.

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV Well I can’t wait to watch that review then. But haven’t you already made a video about the Expedition model also?

@@roverroko306 Nope, I haven't ridden it.

I have no knowledge about those protectors.

They were on kyles bike, the guy who was interviewed.

Hunter

Both good bikes though.

Yeah, I thought they were a bit metrosexual.

Yeah I agree :)

The only vulnerability I know are the tanks if you don't have crash bars. Bending the frame description is a huge call and I'd like a heap more detail about that to make any comment. It doesn't make sense. I've just been jumping one repeatedly over 800 kms, it's as solid as a rock.

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV that's fair comment and I completely undertand that POV. It sounds like you're giving it a proper test as well!

I'll ask him to post something.

Kriega sell them, they are a neoprene sleeve and you attach it with a zip tie.

It's a lovely bike to ride on the dirt with relatively long seat height.

I haven't experienced that when I've ridden them

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV Cheers, let me know if you do encounter it. I'd be interested to know if it is a straight out of crate issue, or whether it develops with use. Maybe it was a production run issue, or possibly a quality control problem.

Yes, thinking of that.

Thanks

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV any comment is a good comment 🍻

Handles really well.

From what I have seen, it feels a bit heavier to pick up. But is still easier than a T7.

Easier than a T7. It's an L twin so engine mass is low and centralised.

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV Ok I believe it’s not as top heavy as T7 but it’s for sure less balanced than the Norden, right?

@@roverroko306 less balanced? The lower the fuel weight the better, but that's only one part of the equation to how a bike feels.

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV ok I guess I can try and go along with that story this Ducati has more to it, but from my experience on ADV bikes they all tend to be top heavy. And KTMs Idea to put that gorgeous compact parallel twin low down in the frame as a stressed member plus the low slang fuel tanks make for a very unique experience in the adventure, dual sport bike world. There’s naturally more to the balance of a bike but keeping the center of gravity low is the most important factor. This the reason BMW boxer twins are among the best riding bikes out there. Plus I am just not a fan of Italian bikes in general nor cars for that matter. But Testa stretta has never been my first choice. I just prefer boxer or parallel twins and German and Austrian technology and quality, design also.

yep

Until they learn how to do it :)

I agree that it's a hassle and I don't know when I'll do it by myself to my DDX. But, and that's a big but... When I bought my v-strom 650 xt I found no complaints about the air filter being under the tank. People are getting spoiled by easi to reach air filters. :))

@@ciocanelwar When one bike takes 5 min to do versus an hour there is a big difference.

@@brucekendall52 I'm sure once people learn how to do it they will do it faster, I remember the plastics on de v-strom took the longest to remove. Or maybe they will make it easier on future bikes.

@@brucekendall52 takes me less than 10 minutes to do on my Panigale R. Desert X is just as quick and easy to remove the tank. Quick disconnect fuel line, unplug vent hoses and fuel pump wiring. Don’t let intimidation scare you away.