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That's the philosophy behind this bike. The Ducati Desmo450 MX has made a very successful entry into the motocross sector. A powerful engine without being brutal, proven overall efficiency, electronics on par with the Borgo Panigale sports bikes, the lightness of a 250 and disconcerting ease for a 4.5 – the reds have done a good job.

As with its sport bikes, which have more racy versions, Ducati offers a more advanced version of the MX for high-level enthusiasts. It's called Factory, a name that is meaningful and very revealing. Does it want to compete in the championship? In any case, it's equipped to take on the terrain with gusto.

In addition to the racing-style graphics, one of the first things you notice is the Showa inverted fork. Like the rear shock absorber, it has a Dark Kashima (titanium oxide) surface treatment to increase surface hardness by 60% and reduce friction by 10%.
To hold the front end, new Ergal triple clamps offer greater rigidity and weigh 200 grams less.

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The brakes are still a Brembo/Galfer combination. On the factory model, the front disc has added protection. In the same spirit of preservation, a carbon engine guard is fitted under the belly. And for better breathing, an Akrapovic exhaust is fitted as standard. Made entirely of titanium, it shaves off 1.7 kg (with the addition of accessories, the total weight of the machine is reduced by only 0.8 kg, to 204 kg). It also gives the engine a wider torque range and more punch at high revs.

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The Desmo450 MX Factory also features the Ducati Com-Link Wi-Fi module for configuring the electronics and taking advantage of a telemetry system, the Holeshot Device on the fork for better starts, an RK MXU chain (the same as on the factory bike), and enough power to deliver big performance with its 63.5 horsepower desmodromic mono engine.

The Factory costs €2,100 more than the standard Desmo450 MX, which is slightly more than its designated rival, the KTM SX-F 450 Factory Edition.

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Published on 1/9/26
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	Basic version
France	14,790€
Germany	15,490€
Italy	14,990€
Switzerland	13,690CH
United States	$13,995

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Specifications Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory 2026

Chassis: Vehicle not capable of carrying passengers; Frame : aluminum perimeter; Fuel capacity : 7.20 liters (1.90 US gallons); Seat height : 970 mm (38.19 in); Wheelbase : 1,494 mm (58.82 in); Curb mass : 104 kg (229 lb)

Front axle: Inverted telehydraulic fork Ø 49 mm / Showa, Wheel travel : 310 mm (12.20 in); Angle de chasse : 27.3 °; Preload, compression and rebound adjustment; Braking 1 Brembo wave disc Ø 260 mm (10.24 in), 2-piston caliper; Front tire : 80 / 100 - 21 → Order this type of tire

Transmission: 5 stage gearbox , manual - standard shifter; Secondary by chain

Rear axle: Single shock absorber / Showa, Wheel travel : 301 mm (11.85 in); Preload, compression and rebound adjustment; Braking 1 Brembo wave disc Ø 240 mm (9.45 in), single-piston caliper; Rear tire : 110 / 90 - 19 → Order this type of tire

Motor: single-cylinder , 4 strokes; Injection Ø 44 mm; Cooling system : liquid; 2 ACT, desmodromic; 4 valves; 449.60 cc; 63.50 ch (62.60 hp) to 9,400 rpm; 5.46 mkg (53.50 Nm) to 7,500 rpm; Compression : 13,5 : 1; Starting system : electric

Standard equipment: Number of riding modes : 2; Traction control; Engine-brake control; Shifter; Launch Control; Exhaust Akrapovic

Practical information: Country of manufacture : Italy

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What is the power of the Desmo450 MX Factory?: The Desmo450 MX Factory 2026 develops a power of 63.50 ch (62.60 hp)
What is the torque of the Desmo450 MX Factory?: The maximum torque of the Desmo450 MX Factory 2026 is 5.46 mkg (53.50 Nm) to 7,500 rpm.
What is the weight of the Desmo450 MX Factory?: The Desmo450 MX Factory 2026 has a a operating weight of 104 kg (229 lb).
QWhat is the seat height of the Desmo450 MX Factory?: To ensure good accessibility, the Desmo450 MX Factory 2026 offers a minimum seat height of 970 mm (38.19 in).
What is the price of the Desmo450 MX Factory?: The price of the Desmo450 MX Factory 2026 is 13,690CH in Switzerland. It is displayed at $13,995 in the United States, at 14,790€ in France, at 14,990€ in Italy and at 15,490€ in Germany.
Is the Desmo450 MX Factory approved for transporting a passenger?: No, this vehicle is only suitable for 1 people; it is a single-seater.
What size tires should I put on my Desmo450 MX Factory?: The standard size for a Desmo450 MX Factory 2026 is 80 / 100 - 21 for the front, and 110 / 90 - 19 for the rear.
What colors are available for the Desmo450 MX Factory?: For the 2026 model year, the Desmo450 MX Factory is available in one color: red / black.