Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021 vs. KTM 890 Adventure R 2022

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

KTM 890 Adventure R 2022

Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021 vs KTM 890 Adventure R 2022

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

KTM 890 Adventure R 2022

50 Years Strong: One Brand – One Promise!

Perfect fit, premium quality – with Hepco&Becker accessories, your bike is ready for any adventure. Quality made in Germany.

Details

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021 compared to KTM 890 Adventure R 2022

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

KTM 890 Adventure R 2022

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

KTM 890 Adventure R 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	102 mm	Bore	90.7 mm
Stroke	Stroke	114.3 mm	Stroke	68.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	94 HP	Engine power	105 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,020 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	155 Nm	Torque	100 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,868 ccm	Displacement	889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	240 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	112 mm	Travel	240 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	62 degree	Rake	63.7 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	292 mm	Diameter	260 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,615 mm	Wheelbase	1,528 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	690 mm	Seat Height	880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 890 Adventure R 2022

If you can't get to a place on the 890 Adventure R, you probably can't get there at all on a touring enduro. It is the right choice when things get really rough. Long suspension travel and a high seat underline the serious visual appearance, the 890 Adventure R is no dazzler off-road. All the more surprising, then, that it also cuts a very good figure on the road.

Off-road capable chassis

harmonious ergonomics (especially for tall pilots)

agile handling

powerful engine

comprehensive electronics package

cornering ABS incl. off-road mode standard

finely controllable brakes

Traction control depending on lean angle

Standard seat rather hard padded

Seat height challenging for small pilots

moderate wind and weather protection

Useful features such as Quickshifter+ at extra cost