Quick engine lesson. The new DesertX runs a brand-new 890cc Ducati V2 with Intake Variable Timing (IVT). Instead of one fixed intake timing, it re-times its valves as revs rise: regular and smooth at low rpm for control on loose ground, torquey at mid-rpm: 70% of the 92 Nm already at 3,000 rpm, on the way to 110 hp at 9,000. And maintenance is spaced for real travel: oil service every 15,000 km (or 2 years), and, thanks to the coil-spring valvetrain, valve checks every 45,000 km. Curious how all that feels in second gear on gravel? Come book a test ride.

Barnes Powersports Blackfoot.

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