Ducati Desert X Off Road Test Ride and First Impressions

The Ducati Desert X is a bike I've wanted to get my hands on since the day I attended the DesertX launch event at MotoCorsa in Portland last year. This mid-size adventure motorcycle features a gorgeous design, but it it actually capable? I had the good fortune to be able to get out and ride the Ducati Desert X off road at this year's Touratech Rally and I have to say I had an absolute blast riding the thing. My initial Ducati Desert X review is incredibly positive. Yes it is an expensive adventure bike, but it also has that uniquely Ducati panache. Chances are you already know if the Ducati DesertX is for you, and no DesertX review is going to change your mind one way or another, but just let me say that my experience taking this 2022 Ducati Desert X off road was overwhelmingly positive and I had an absolute blast ripping around the woods on this super impressive Ducati ADV bike. SUBSCRIBE for more adventures, how-tos, gear reviews, and moto shenanigans! http://bit.ly/dorkintheroad Check out http://www.dorkintheroad.com for all your dorky motorcycling needs! Want early access to videos and other perks? Become a channel member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrKYAp8fkN8yCbxcNK375rA/join Merch Store: https://teespring.com/stores/dork-in-the-road-2 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/adorkintheroad TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dorkintheroad Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=26709234 Want to support the channel when you buy your dual sport or ADV gear and mods? Please consider using these affiliate links: Rocky Mountain ATV/MC: https://bit.ly/3tYzpXq Amazon: https://amzn.to/3aDkk4z Revzilla: https://imp.i104546.net/4eMdJZ MotoCamp Nerd: https://motocampnerd.com/?ref=dork Giant Loop: https://www.giantloopmoto.com/?ref=dork Save 20% on Gaia GPS Premium with this link: https://www.gaiagps.com/discounts/?fp_ref=dork Dork in the Road’s Riding Gear Picks on RMATV/MC: https://bit.ly/3t8fgOC Dork in the Road’s Dual Sport Mods on RMATV/MC: https://bit.ly/3yzVuws Dork in the Road’s Adventure Bike Mods on RMATV/MC: https://bit.ly/3zGFHxg Select music courtesy of Epidemic Sound. Use this link to get a free 30-day trial: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/vsdb0u/ Camera Gear: Insta360 One RS: https://www.insta360.com/sal/one_rs?insrc=INRHPOI Insta360 X3: https://www.insta360.com/sal/x3?insrc=INRHPOI Insta 360 One RS Mic Adapter: https://store.insta360.com/accessory?insrc=INRHPOI Insta 360 Motorcycle Kit: https://store.insta360.com/accessory?insrc=INRHPOI Insta360 Extended Edition Selfie Stick: https://store.insta360.com/accessory?insrc=INRHPOI Thank you for supporting the channel by clicking on the affiliate links in this description. Disclaimer for reasons: I am not a professional journalist, expert motorcycle rider, or a mechanic. These videos are for entertainment purposes and represent my personal opinions and experiences. I'm just a dude who isn't even good at riding or making videos, so be smart and don't risk life or limb trying to follow my example or advice.