character of the bike according to the rider ’ s input , by acting on the intervention levels of the various electronic controls : Engine Brake Control ( EBC ), Ducati Traction Control ( DTC ), Ducati Wheelie Control ( DWC ), Ducati Quick Shift ( DQS ) Up & Down and ABS Cornering .
ABS Cornering , in particular , can be set on 3 levels to adapt to the situation and rider ’ s skill . In the Riding Modes dedicated to off-road ( Enduro and Rally ), ABS Cornering can also be completely deactivated via the switch cube with a specific button .
The dashboard of the DesertX , vertically oriented and positioned to offer clear information in stand-up riding , features a high resolution 5 " full-TFT colour display . The instrumentation is predisposed to integrate the Ducati Multimedia System which allows the rider to connect their phone , thus activating new functions such as music and incoming / outgoing calls or Turn-by-Turn navigation * ( optional ), which displays directions directly on the dashboard .
The rider is offered the opportunity to choose between two as-standard Info Modes : Standard and Rally . The Standard option provides all the road information : tachometer and speedometer are clearly visible , as well as the engaged gear , fuel level and other useful journey information . The trip master function is part of the Rally Info Mode . This simulates the operation of the trip master used in rally motorcycles and allows one to manually adjust the odometer indication , using the buttons on the left switch cube .
Premium technological features are also represented by the lighting system , which is full LED . The double front headlight has two twin-function poly-ellipsoidal modules with Daytime Running Light ( DRL ) and has been designed to ensure excellent visibility , particularly important for a motorcycle capable of traveling in all conditions . The rear light is equipped with the Ducati Brake Light , a particular system that , in the event of sudden braking , automatically activates the flashing of the rear light to alert the following vehicles , a solution that further improves rider ’ s safety .
Such a multi-faceted motorcycle can be further customized by riders according to their own spirit and mood by drawing on the broad range of Ducati Performance accessories . Among the most appealing items : the rally saddle , which marries the rider and passenger seats for greater effectiveness in off-road activities and the additional 8 litre tank . Touring experience can be further improved with the aluminum side panniers which , combined with the top case , give the bike a total load capacity amount of 117 litres , additional LED spotlights , central stand and heated grips . The homologated Termignoni exhaust , also offered in the racing variant are also available , which thanks to the dedicated mapping further increases power and torque values by + 7 %.
The Ducati DesertX ’ s intense character deserves a special homage . That ’ s why Ducati Centro Stile has designed , for the first time , a dedicated capsule collection that takes up the livery of the bike . An outstanding line inspired by the iconic “ Dakarian style ” and named 21 / 18 , a celebrative tribute to this bike ’ s tire sizes . The technical suit includes jacket , pants , and helmet , and will be available in limited edition . Part of this exclusive collection is also a range of lifestyle apparel , specifically designed for this model , consisting of a sweatshirt , two T-shirts and a hat .
The DesertX in Star White Silk livery will be available midway through 2022 .
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