Desmo450 MX

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Description & Specification


The dawn of a new era: the first Ducati motocross bike

Born to compete, developed on track. The Desmo450 MX is the first Ducati motocross bike with desmodromic timing designed to carry Borgo Panigale racing DNA off-road. Lightweight, powerful, essential, it combines advanced technology and maximum performance to ensure speed, control and pure adrenaline.

Developed on the racetrack, in the Ducati tradition.

The Desmo450 MX was born out of a desire to expand and engage new enthusiasts. Launched in 2021, it fully embodies Ducati’s development philosophy: to experiment and refine in competitions solutions intended later for production motorcycles.

100% Ducati Racing DNA

The know-how gained in MotoGP and WorldSBK, combined with comprehensive research work and the support of sector professionals, has resulted in the development of a motocross bike that embodies Ducati racing DNA. This race-ready production 450 is designed to provide both amateurs and more demanding riders with maximum performance and reliability.

  • Frame

    Frame

    Aluminium welded, with cast, forged and extruded parts.

    Rake

    27.3 °

    Front Wheel

    Central spoked wheel, Takasago Excel rim 1.6inch x 21inch

    Front Tyre

    Pirelli Scorpion MX32 Mid-Soft 80/100 R21inch

    Rear Wheel

    Central spoked wheel, Takasago Excel rim 2.15inch x 19inch

    Rear Tyre

    Pirelli Scorpion MX32 Mid-Soft 110/90 R19

    Fuel Tank Capacity

    7.2 l (1.9 US gal)

    Dry Weight

  • Dimensions

    Wheelbase

    1,494 mm (58.8 in)

    Front Wheel Travel

    310 mm

    Rear Wheel Travel

    301 mm

    Seat Height

    970 mm (38.2 in)

    Bore x Stroke

    96 mm x 62.1 mm

    Compression Ratio

    13,5:1

  • Suspension

    Front Suspension

    Showa upside down front fork Ø 49 mm fully adjustable. Outer tube with kashima coating

    Rear Suspension

    Showa mono shock, fully adjustable

  • Brakes

    Front Brake

    Galfer Ø 260 mm single disc, Brembo 2 piston floating caliper

    Rear Brake

    Galfer Ø 240 mm

  • Performance

    Engine Type

    Desmo450, single cylinder, Desmodromic timing system 4 valves DOHC, hydraulic tensioner, semi dry sump, liquid cooled

    Displacement

    449.6 cc

    Power

    63.5 cv (46.7 kW) @ 9,400 rpm

    Torque

    53.5 Nm (5.46 kgm, 39.5 lb ft) @ 7,500 rpm

    Exhaust

    Steel muffler with aluminium outer sleeve. Steel header with resonator

    Gearbox Type

    5 gears with Quick Shift only up

    Gearbox Ratio

    1=31/15, 2=30/18, 3=28/20, 4=26/22, 5=24/24

    Primary Drive

    Straight cut gears; Ratio 2.45:1

    Final Drive

    Chain DID DMS 520 , Front sprocket Z13, Rear sprocket Z49

    Clutch

    Multiplate clutch with hydraulic control

    Battery