Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017 vs. Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2023

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2023

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017 compared to Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2023

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2023

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	105 mm	Bore	97.6 mm
Stroke	Stroke	72 mm	Stroke	80 mm
Engine power	Engine power	122 HP	Engine power	78 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,100 rpm
Torque	Torque	111 Nm	Torque	106 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	10
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	5	Number of gears	6
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,247 ccm	Displacement	1,200 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	34 degree	Rake	24.5 degree
Trail	Trail	142 mm	Trail	92 mm

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	16 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	240 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	40 %	Rear tyre height	90 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,440 mm	Length	2,220 mm
Width	Width	890 mm	Width	800 mm
Height	Height	1,065 mm	Height	1,024 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,702 mm	Wheelbase	1,500 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	675 mm	Seat Height	690 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	302 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	251 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Bonneville Bobber 2023

The Triumph Bobber 2026 is the quiet queen of coolness. It doesn't need top values to shine, but shines with composure, torque and mechanical honesty. The Speedmaster counters this with the same genes in a different body: more comfortable, more majestic, with clear limits to the sporty radius. Together, they make a pair that you won't think of leaving the garage once you've ridden one. For soloists who want to breathe style, it's the Bobber. For connoisseurs seeking wide horizons without haste, it's the Speedmaster. And for all those who have both, the common denominator has finally been found.

superior torque curve

very low seat height with a lot of confidence

unobtrusive, effective electronics

high-quality feel of controls

stable, relaxed suspension on the country road

cruise control integrated in a practical manner

Limited maximum lean angle

bobber only suitable for two riders to a limited extent

bobber comfort limited on long days