Ducati Desmo450 MX vs BMW R 1300 GS

Should you buy Ducati Desmo450 MX or BMW R 1300 GS Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Ducati Desmo450 MX price in is Rs (ex-showroom price) whereas the BMW R 1300 GS price in is Rs (ex-showroom). The engine in the Desmo450 MX makes 63.49 PS and 53.5 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of R 1300 GS stand at 145.48 PS and 149 Nm respectively. Ducati offers the Desmo450 MX in 1 colours whereas the BMW R 1300 GS comes in 4 colours. Out of 5 user reviews, R 1300 GS scores 4.5 .

Desmo450 MX vs R 1300 GS

Key Highlights	Desmo450 MX	R 1300 GS
Mileage	-	20.83 kmpl
Max Power	63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm	145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm
Body Type	Dirt Bikes	Adventure Tourer Bikes
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, Desmodromic Timing System 4 valves DOHC, Hydraulic Tensioner, Semi Dry Sump, Liquid Cooled	Air-liquid Cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels

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Rs17,23,600^*
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Basic Information	Ducati Desmo450 MX	BMW R 1300 GS
On-Road Price	Rs.19,06,376* Onwards	Rs.25,65,326* Onwards
Mileage	-	20.83 kmpl
Max Power	63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm	145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm
User Rating	-	4.5 Based on BMW R 1300 GS Reviews
Body Type	Dirt Bikes	Adventure Tourer Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 52,185 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years	₹ 70,224 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.44,888 Desmo450 MX Insurance	Rs.54,326 R 1300 GS Insurance
Colours	RedView All Colours	Triple BlackLight WhiteGS TrophyOption 719 Aurelius GreenView All Colours
Brochure	Brochure not available	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Ducati Desmo450 MX

BMW R 1300 GS

On-Road Price

Rs.19,06,376* Onwards

Rs.25,65,326* Onwards

Mileage

20.83 kmpl

Max Power

63.49 PS @ 9400 rpm

145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm

User Rating

4.5

Based on BMW R 1300 GS Reviews

Body Type

Dirt Bikes

Adventure Tourer Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 52,185

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

₹ 70,224

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.44,888
Desmo450 MX Insurance

Rs.54,326
R 1300 GS Insurance

Colours

RedView All Colours

Triple BlackLight WhiteGS TrophyOption 719 Aurelius GreenView All Colours

Brochure

Brochure not available

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, Desmodromic Timing System 4 valves DOHC, Hydraulic Tensioner, Semi Dry Sump, Liquid Cooled	Air-liquid Cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels
Displacement	449.6 cc	1300 cc
No. of Cylinders	1	2
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Air Cooled & Liquid Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Multiplate Clutch With Hydraulic Control	Wet clutch, anti-hopping clutch, hydraulically operated
Gear Box	5 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	96 mm	106.5 mm
Stroke	62.1 mm	73 mm
Compression Ratio	13.5:1	13.3:1
Emission Type	BS6.2	BS6.2
Max Torque	53.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm	149 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Starting	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Single Cylinder, Desmodromic Timing System 4 valves DOHC, Hydraulic Tensioner, Semi Dry Sump, Liquid Cooled

Air-liquid Cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels

Displacement

449.6 cc

1300 cc

No. of Cylinders

Cooling System

Liquid Cooled

Air Cooled & Liquid Cooled

Features
Instrument Console	-	Digital
Connectivity	WiFi	Bluetooth
Navigation	-	Yes
Call/SMS Alerts	-	Yes
USB Charging Port	No	Yes
Keyless Ignition	-	Yes
Hill Hold	-	Yes
Speedometer	-	Digital
Tachometer	-	Digital
Tripmeter	-	Digital
Odometer	-	Digital
Seat Type	Single	Split
Body Graphics	-	Yes
Clock	-	Yes
Passenger Footrest	-	Yes
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Features

Instrument Console

Digital

Connectivity

WiFi

Bluetooth

Navigation

Call/SMS Alerts

Features and Safety
Mobile Application	Yes	-
Service Due Indicator	-	Yes
Fuel Gauge	-	Digital
Riding Modes	Yes	Track,Rain,Road,Enduro,Dynamic,Enduro Pro
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Quick Shifter	Yes	Yes
Windscreen	-	Yes
Additional Features	Ducati Fall Detection	Dynamic brake control, ABS Pro, Tyre Pressure Control, Multi Controller, On-Board Computer, Engine drag torque control, Gear Shift Assistant Pro
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Features and Safety

Mobile Application

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Track,Rain,Road,Enduro,Dynamic,Enduro Pro

Performance
Overall Mileage	-	20.83 kmpl
Top Speed	-	225 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

20.83 kmpl

Top Speed

225 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	7.2 L	19 L
Width	-	1000 mm
Length	-	2212 mm
Height	-	1406 mm
Fuel Reserve	-	4 L
Wheelbase	1494 mm	1518 mm
Dry Weight	104.8 kg	-
Kerb Weight	-	237 kg
Total Weight	-	465 kg
Load Carrying Capacity	-	228
Seat height	970 mm	850 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

7.2 L

19 L

Width

1000 mm

Length

2212 mm

Height

1406 mm

Electricals
Headlight	-	LED
Taillight	-	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	-	LED
DRLs	-	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	No	Yes
Alternator	-	Three-phase alternator with 650 W Nominal Power
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

LED

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter	260 mm	310 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	240 mm	285 mm
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	-	36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	-	36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	-	42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	-	42 psi
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

260 mm

310 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

240 mm

285 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

36 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

36 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Aluminium Welded With Cast, Forged and Extruded Parts	Two-part frame concept consisting of main frame and rear frame bolted to it, co-supporting engine

Underpinnings

Frame

Aluminium Welded With Cast, Forged and Extruded Parts

Two-part frame concept consisting of main frame and rear frame bolted to it, co-supporting engine

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Ducati Desmo450 MX
- Has a very light kerb weight
- Gets loads of electronics for a dirt bike
BMW R 1300 GS
- Gets a punchy 1,300cc boxer engine
- Quite suitable for touring
- Comes loaded with features

Ducati Desmo450 MX
- It is not road legal
BMW R 1300 GS
- Weight can be felt during slow speed maneuvering

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Rs.23,25,000^* Onwards
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Rs.22,73,900^* Onwards
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User Reviews of Comparison

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rozar on Jul 19, 2025
4.3
BMW R 1300 GS Great Machine Best of Best
Best of Best I ever have this Machine . Absolutely Good I like it. Mileage Is OP And safety good overall and Comfortable for ride And feel good . And maintenance Is not So tough it can Refills anywhere but depending on your Location only. So I must like to say this to everyone Keep Buying and ride it drive it it good machine. But Ride safe. Thank you
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dhasaradhi on Apr 06, 2025
4.2
About the wonderful and adventures BMW R 1300 GS
The bmw r 1300 gs is a wonderful adventures bike , which gives u a great comfort with updated features on it . Thought it is costly but worth. If u are looking for a adventures bike then it is a wonderful bike, I a riding it from past one year and the performance is crazy, it's excellent for off road and touring
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M
mohmad on Mar 02, 2025
5.0
Just an awesome bike I was dreaming of it.
I was dreaming of this bike since when I was not able to drive a bike and I was under age too for my license. But when I got capable for driving licence than I purchased this bike. Wow. I was shocked that this bike's comfort and braking and other things was too good. The bike just shocked me because of its performance and other things too.
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bodh on Sep 16, 2024
4.2
Super hammer
One of the best bike I ever seen in my whole life it’s amazed. When I ride on off road and it I’ll get more comfort for long ride bruhhaa
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hruday on Jan 20, 2024
4.8
Great Experience
Undoubtedly fabulous for those who enjoy riding like a king in the adventure segment and appreciate the powerful engine.
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FAQs on Ducati Desmo450 MX and BMW R 1300 GS

Q) Which bike among Ducati Desmo450 MX and BMW R 1300 GS is cheaper?

A) Ducati Desmo450 MX price starts at Rs 17,23,600 & BMW R 1300 GS price starts at Rs 23,25,000 in Delhi . Ducati Desmo450 MX is cheaper between these.

Ducati Desmo450 MX vs BMW R 1300 GS

Desmo450 MX vs R 1300 GS