Ill add to the list few things to hate: Air filter box, timing belts vent holes, controversial desmodromic engine on an adventure bike, easily damagable fuel tank.
@@droommotor Was there any noticeable change in throttle response? I'm considering getting the same system, but also want to get rid of the limitations that come from Euro5 compliance, namely, weird throttle response at less than wide open throttle.
Hi Chris, thanks for your response. It's called DUCATI Desert X Decal Sticker (LT-R) and you can find it on Dabrabbit with code DROOMMOTOR you also get a discount.
I had the suspension adjusted a week later on my desert x. Compression, Rebound, The works. And its tougher. So braking sharp to turn either right or left now the forks don't push down so far. It rides better. Also adjusted the gear lever by removing the one screw and repositioning the lever one and refitting the screw. Now biker boots fit.
@@droommotor no not on this. Too new really. I havent washed her either since I got her. Shes an off road on road and I will get round to it. For now got panniers and I am going to Europe for a ride around holiday. Greece. Italy. Etc
@@jamesbarratt593 awesome. also for that! But I noticed the suspension was set up for both. hence my question. You adjusted it for on road which is good but could be very awful offroad in this setup.
@@droommotor did not adjust it much. I dont like in traffic if you get the car in front brake that the forks plunged down far. That was not good. Thats what I wanted to resolve.
I think you are being picky. The main thing wrong with these Ducati Desert X is we don’t know why they are not making a centre stand now because as you need one to service the wheels & put new tires on the bike. Ducati have pulled them off the market for some reason? I have a n aftermarket one that the Ducati dealer in austraila told us to take off as their must be a problem with something for Ducati to stop making the stands no one seems to know at this stage. So what is the point of putting centre stand lugs on the bike and you can’t use them ?
I am from Europe and the dealership told me they will be available just not now, something to do with an approval, and they said something about Germany.
Mine essentially cracked on the way home from purchasing the bike. Almost $3k Canadian and no warranty. Would highly recommend not buying this bike for this reason.
You forgot the worst two things about this bike. #1, the extortionate cost of servicing ( just like all Ducatis ). #2. To clean or change the air filter you have to remove the fuel tank. ( I know many bikes share this problem including my Honda 650 Transalp ). I went riding in Portugal last spring and it was very dry and dusty so had to remove the fuel tank twice in one week. I'll personally never buy another bike where the air box is under the fuel tank.
@@droommotor they be just as rubbish ,worst bike I've ever owned ,first 3 months ownership was heaven, now its hell ,thank the bike gods for 4 year warranty although I'm getting rid of it this year or next spring for something else ,I was warned about owning a ducati 🤣🤣
Rear nut is a 36mm 12 sided. Not a very special tool. You can get it off any major hardware store. Wind buffering was not an issue for me but yes, there’s a lot of talk about it. I have two 30L enduristan monsoon bags rear. Plenty of cargo. Air filter is a bitch to get to. I hate the original tires and mirrors. Am changing hand guards to Barkbuster
Can't imagine forcing me riding a bike in public with a GIANT Ducati sticker all over it. Maximum cringe. Like those Chinese women who buy Gucci bags with the biggest possible logo.
Air filter access?
Also a really negative point
Hp corse exhaust. You saying just the back or the full pipe decat version.
I don’t understand your question. Could you please explain?
Hi, what tankbag setup do you recommend for the DSX? Thanks!
Because of the off center fuel cap I would recommend the lone rider or the giant loop one!
Ill add to the list few things to hate: Air filter box, timing belts vent holes, controversial desmodromic engine on an adventure bike, easily damagable fuel tank.
Yes yes! I agree absolutely
Did you remap the fuel map after decat?
No I did not!
@@droommotor Was there any noticeable change in throttle response? I'm considering getting the same system, but also want to get rid of the limitations that come from Euro5 compliance, namely, weird throttle response at less than wide open throttle.
@ yeah it feels snappier that before
@@droommotor Thanks!
What decor design is your X called?
Hi Chris, thanks for your response. It's called DUCATI Desert X Decal Sticker (LT-R) and you can find it on Dabrabbit with code DROOMMOTOR you also get a discount.
5 things i like about your video's.. 👌 honest opinions, youre accent, edits, youre face😊 and the amount of talking.
Thank you ❤️❤️
I had the suspension adjusted a week later on my desert x. Compression, Rebound, The works. And its tougher. So braking sharp to turn either right or left now the forks don't push down so far. It rides better. Also adjusted the gear lever by removing the one screw and repositioning the lever one and refitting the screw. Now biker boots fit.
I kept the data for the amount of turns on each fork leg if anyone wants to know. So they can adjust their own Desert X. Its much better ride
Do you also ride off-road?
@@droommotor no not on this. Too new really. I havent washed her either since I got her. Shes an off road on road and I will get round to it. For now got panniers and I am going to Europe for a ride around holiday. Greece. Italy. Etc
@@jamesbarratt593 awesome. also for that! But I noticed the suspension was set up for both. hence my question. You adjusted it for on road which is good but could be very awful offroad in this setup.
@@droommotor did not adjust it much. I dont like in traffic if you get the car in front brake that the forks plunged down far. That was not good. Thats what I wanted to resolve.
Ciao hai dovuto rimappare la centrilana? Se no come ti va?
I did not. It runs fine!
What is the exact exhaust system you've installed
Sounds fantastic
HP Corse! I also have a separate video about this!
Great info. How tall are you???
1.87m!
Good video, short and to the point and good comments pointing some additional annoyances out. Still sounds like most people love this bike regardless
Thank you! It's still a very good bike imho.
@@droommotoragreed sir there is one in my garage now 😜
Hi sir. What is his height? Thank you.
1.87m!
I think you are being picky. The main thing wrong with these Ducati Desert X is we don’t know why they are not making a centre stand now because as you need one to service the wheels & put new tires on the bike. Ducati have pulled them off the market for some reason? I have a n aftermarket one that the Ducati dealer in austraila told us to take off as their must be a problem with something for Ducati to stop making the stands no one seems to know at this stage. So what is the point of putting centre stand lugs on the bike and you can’t use them ?
I agree! I’m being picky here! It was hard to come up with things! The 5 things I love video was a lot easier to make!
I am from Europe and the dealership told me they will be available just not now, something to do with an approval, and they said something about Germany.
they spec bike with wrong rims...wait to buy till they fix it. 3k for a rear and people are having the cracking and splitting.
Noticed nothing yet but I want to upgrade them anyway
Mine essentially cracked on the way home from purchasing the bike. Almost $3k Canadian and no warranty. Would highly recommend not buying this bike for this reason.
Thanks. 🎉 About the buffeting, how tall are you?
Thank you for watching and replying! I’m 1.86m!
You forgot the worst two things about this bike. #1, the extortionate cost of servicing ( just like all Ducatis ). #2. To clean or change the air filter you have to remove the fuel tank. ( I know many bikes share this problem including my Honda 650 Transalp ). I went riding in Portugal last spring and it was very dry and dusty so had to remove the fuel tank twice in one week. I'll personally never buy another bike where the air box is under the fuel tank.
Yeah I agree. Although for me that is not bad thing personally. But I can imagine. Servicing is about the same as an KTM.
Love the video!
Thanks!!
New variants next year a rally version and a sp version , they will have the same issues but with better suspension and discs that dont warp 😅😅
Yeah! I wonder what the new variants will bring! I’m thinking better suspension and maybe standard some extra crash protection.
@@droommotor they be just as rubbish ,worst bike I've ever owned ,first 3 months ownership was heaven, now its hell ,thank the bike gods for 4 year warranty although I'm getting rid of it this year or next spring for something else ,I was warned about owning a ducati 🤣🤣
@@droommotor November 10 will have full new line up at the EICMA show if you had the email from ducati
@@Rust_valley_adventures Could you maybe send me the e-mail? droommotor@gmail.com
There's dude on adv who'll give you 40 bucks for it
Hahahah sounds like a great deal
Rear nut is a 36mm 12 sided. Not a very special tool. You can get it off any major hardware store.
Wind buffering was not an issue for me but yes, there’s a lot of talk about it.
I have two 30L enduristan monsoon bags rear. Plenty of cargo.
Air filter is a bitch to get to.
I hate the original tires and mirrors. Am changing hand guards to Barkbuster
Not a special tool but it is not standard in any toolbox! I recommend double takes for the mirrors!
damaging the rims in off-road/motocross/enduro its absolutely normal man.
I know but most rims are not wider than the tire but these are. (GS has the same) but 890 and tenere has not!
I guess the worst thing on your DDX is the rider after having seen you riding it.
Oke why?
Just be sure to use a de-cat!😂
Haha yeah luckily I had that!
Those Motomaster discs are sexy
They are indeed!!
1. Price, 2. Itaian, 3. Price, 4 and 5 Itaian 🙂
Hahah Italian is the fact that I love it!
You should just own a road bike😂
I do! See my other videos
Not one problem that’s an actual problem. Clickbait that’s all!
Hmm thanks for the feedback!
sell the DX, Buy a BMW and enjoy Starbucks.
You sad individual
Well. I do miss the GS in some way
Can't imagine forcing me riding a bike in public with a GIANT Ducati sticker all over it. Maximum cringe. Like those Chinese women who buy Gucci bags with the biggest possible logo.
Each to their own.