Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory vs KTM 50 SX

Choosing between the Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory vs KTM 50 SX? BikeJunction is here to help! The Desmo450 MX Factory starts at ₹ 21.26 Lakh, while the 50 SX is priced at ₹ 4.75 Lakh (ex-showroom). You can easily compare all the required parameters for your new two-wheeler. These two-wheelers have powerful motors with good performance. Among them, the Desmo450 MX Factory offers 53.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm torque. The 50 SX gives 5.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm torque. Apart from all this, you can pick from 1 colour options for the Desmo450 MX Factory and 1 for the 50 SX. you will get a more extensive comparison of Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory and KTM 50 SX, which will definitely clear your confusion between these two-wheelers.

Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory vs KTM 50 SX Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Desmo450 MX Factory	50 SX
Price	₹ 21.26 Lakh	₹ 4.75 Lakh
Displacement	449.6 CC	499 CC
Power	64.38 bhp @ 9400 rpm	5.3 bhp @ 11500 rpm
Mileage	_	29 KMPL

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Engine

Max Power Highest power the engine/motor can produce.	64.38 bhp @ 9400 rpm	5.3 bhp @ 11500 rpm
Max Torque The highest twisting force the engine generates, which affects acceleration and pulling power.	53.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm	5.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Compression Ratio Compression ratio is how much the engine squeezes air-fuel before ignition. Higher ratios mean more power; lower ratios improve durability.	13.5:1	N/A
Cooling System Method used to prevent engine overheating.	N/A	Liquid cooling
Engine Type Design and working of the two-wheeler's engine.	single Cylinder, desmodromic Timing System 4 Valves DoHC, Hydraulic Tensioner, Semi dry Sump	Single cylinder, 2-stroke
Displacement Engine cylinder capacity measured in cc.	449.6	49.9
Bore Bore is the diameter of a bike’s engine cylinder. A larger bore allows more fuel-air mix, increasing power and speed.	96 mm	39.5 mm
No Of Cylinders	1	N/A
Stroke Stroke is the piston’s movement inside the engine cylinder. Longer strokes give more torque, shorter strokes give more speed and higher RPM.	62.1 mm	40.7 mm
Valve Per Cylinder Number of valves in each engine cylinder.	4	N/A

Tyres & Wheels

Tyre Size	N/A	Front : 60/100 x 12, Rear : 2.75 x 10
Wheel Size	N/A	Front : 12 inch, Rear : 10 inch
Wheels Type	Spoke	N/A
Wheelbase The distance from the center of the front wheel to the center of the rear wheel, affecting stability, handling, and riding comfort.	1494 mm	1026 mm

Brakes

Rear Brake	N/A	Disc
Front Brake	N/A	Disc
Front Brake Diameter	N/A	160 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	N/A	10 mm

Fuel

Fuel Supply	Keihin Injector, Mikuni Throttle Body	N/A
Fuel Type	Petrol	N/A
Fuel Capacity	7.2 L	2.3 L

Body

Frame The main structure holding the bike together.	Chain Drive	Central double-cradle-type frame
Ground Clearance Distance between the bike’s lowest part and the ground.	N/A	233 mm
Kerb Weight Bike’s weight with fuel and fluids.	104 Kg	45 Kg
Seat Height Distance from the ground to the seat.	970 mm	653 mm

Switches & Controls

Starting

The method to start the bike (e.g., electric start, kick start, or both).

N/A

Kick Start

Clutch & Gear

Clutch A device that connects and disconnects the engine from the wheels for smooth gear shifts.	Wet Multiplate	N/A
Gear Box	5 Speed	N/A
Transmission The entire system that transfers engine power to the wheels (includes clutch and gearbox).	Manual	N/A

Shockers

Suspension Front	Showa upside-down fully adjustable front fork	XACT 35 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 35 mm
Suspension Rear	Showa Mono-shock fully adjustable	XACT WP mono shock