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Ducati Desmo450 MX front right quarter

For 2027, Ducati has updated both of its Desmo450 MX motorcycles. The Standard version sticks to Ducati Red but changes the 2026 version's White logos for these Black logos

Ducati Desmo450 MX factory front right quarter

This Factory version.

Factory version-exclusive Akrapovic exhaust system,

Among other things, the Factory version gets an Akrapovic exhaust system

Desmo450 MX Factory's sump guard

A sump guard,

Desmo450 MX Factory's disc guard

A disc guard, which hides the...

Desmo450 MX's 265mm Galfer front disc

Galfer 265mm front disc rotor

Desmo450 MX Factory's new Ducati Corse livery

The livery on the Factory version is also different, named Ducati Corse

Factory lettering on the Desmo450 MX Factory's tailplate

Just in case you forget which version of the Desmo450 MX you have!

Showa monoshock unit on the Desmo450 MX

Both motorcycles share the same Show suspension units, but the Factory gets additional Kashima and TiO coating for better wear resistance

Rider performing a wheelie on the Desmo450 MX Factory.

All the improvements are aimed at reliability and durability, so you can do this...

Rider performing a jump on the Desmo450 MX Factory.

This...

Rider performing a jump on the Desmo450 MX.

And this... focusing only on sticking the landing correctly

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2027 Ducati Desmo450 MX Image Gallery

For 2027 Ducati has made changes throughout the Desmo450 MX in order to improve functionality, performance, reliability and ergonomics. The rear sprocket has been changed to a larger 51-tooth version, compared to the earlier 49-tooth one, in order to improve the rear wheel torque while exiting corners. The easiest way to differentiate the new model from the outgoing version is the new livery, featuring black logos instead of white.

On the Desmo450 MX Factory version, Ducati has increased the equipment on offer while trimming off 800g from its kerb weight. The factory model exclusively gets extra dark Kashima coating on its 49mm fork and monoshock, plus a titanium oxide (TiO) treatment for superior wear resistance. It also receives more accessories as standard, and a different drive chain than the standard version. The factory version also gets a new Ducati Corse livery featuring the red and black Ducati logo.

Prices for both Desmo450 MX models have dropped significantly in Europe. The Desmo450 MX is priced at GBP 9,495 (Rs 12.02 lakh) and the 450 MX Factory at GBP 10,795 (Rs 13.67 lakh). That’s a GBP 1,750 (Rs 2.22 lakh) drop on the regular MX and a GBP 2,400 (Rs 3.04 lakh) drop on the MX Factory compared to their respective 2026 versions. In India, the 2026 Desmo450 MX is available for Rs 17.23 lakh (ex-showroom).

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