Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLSTF 2013 vs. BMW M 1000 RR 2021

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLSTF 2013

BMW M 1000 RR 2021

Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLSTF 2013 vs BMW M 1000 RR 2021

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLSTF 2013

BMW M 1000 RR 2021

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLSTF 2013 compared to BMW M 1000 RR 2021

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLSTF 2013

BMW M 1000 RR 2021

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLSTF 2013

BMW M 1000 RR 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	98.4 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	111.1 mm	Stroke	49.7 mm
Engine power	Engine power	79 HP	Engine power	212 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	14,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	132 Nm	Torque	113 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	11,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9.6	Compression Ratio	13.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,690 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	140 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	75 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	200 mm	Rear tyre width	200 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,396 mm	Length	2,073 mm
Width	Width	990 mm	Width	848 mm
Height	Height	1,085 mm	Height	1,197 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,635 mm	Wheelbase	1,457 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	690 mm	Seat Height	832 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	330 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	170 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.5 l
Top Speed	Top Speed	195 km/h	Top Speed	306 km/h
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLSTF 2013

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW M 1000 RR 2021

The price of the M1000RR is only shocking at first glance. In the saddle, you are more shocked by the power and braking performance. The machine is a fully tuned racing bike straight from the BMW factory. Those who don't like to screw but still like to race will be happy with it. A noble and practical superbike!

Smooth overall package

strong brakes

precise chassis

noble details are a joy to behold in the paddock

great responsiveness

rev-happy engine

great torque curve

harmonious transition from load to push mode

Price package not customer-friendly but sales-friendly

footrests could do with more grip on the track

higher and harder seat option desirable