Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2020 vs. Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber 2018

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2020

Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber 2018

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Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2020 compared to Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber 2018

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2020

Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber 2018

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2020

Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	88.9 mm	Bore	84 mm
Stroke	Stroke	96.8 mm	Stroke	77 mm
Engine power	Engine power	68 HP	Engine power	55 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	96 Nm	Torque	62 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10	Compression Ratio	10.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Toughened
Ignition	Ignition	Transistor	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Prop shaft
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,202 ccm	Displacement	853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	30 degree	Rake	63.4 degree
Trail	Trail	107 mm	Trail	116.1 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	16 inch	Front tyre diameter	16 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,225 mm	Length	2,134 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	722 mm
Height	Height	1,140 mm	Height	1,110 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,480 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	710 mm	Seat Height	775 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	265 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	200 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber 2018

The V9 Bobber is an absolutely authentic model - both as a Moto Guzzi and as a bobber. The typical longitudinally mounted V2 engine with its cylinders projecting upwards at an angle is proudly displayed and dominates the minimalist lines that should characterise a bobber. The small and wide front wheel is particularly successful, both visually and in tighter bends. With its 55 hp, the engine does not stand out too much from the V7 series, but thanks to the low weight of only 200 kilos, nothing stands in the way of a brisk ride. The seating position also corresponds to the bobber style - sporty and upright, you can enjoy the ride on the noble and therefore not so expensive machine.

Cool look

cultivated engine

authentic appearance

brakes with good control and inconspicuous ABS

traction control

comparatively inexpensive

decent lean angle clearance

low-maintenance cardan drive

the engine could be a little stronger