Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide ST 2022 vs. BMW R 18 Classic 2022

Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide ST 2022

BMW R 18 Classic 2022

Overview - Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide ST 2022 vs BMW R 18 Classic 2022

Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide ST 2022

BMW R 18 Classic 2022

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Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide ST 2022 compared to BMW R 18 Classic 2022

Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide ST 2022

BMW R 18 Classic 2022

Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide ST 2022

BMW R 18 Classic 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	103.5 mm	Bore	107.1 mm
Stroke	Stroke	114.3 mm	Stroke	100 mm
Engine power	Engine power	104 HP	Engine power	91 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,450 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	4,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	168 Nm	Torque	158 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.2	Compression Ratio	9.6
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Prop shaft
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	liquid-air	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,923 ccm	Displacement	1,802 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	49 mm	Diameter	49 mm
Travel	Travel	117 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	76 mm	Travel	90 mm
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	64 degree	Rake	57.3 degree
Trail	Trail	170 mm	Trail	150 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	300 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	300 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Hill start assist, Cornering ABS, Cruise control, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	60 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	16 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	65 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,405 mm	Length	2,440 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,625 mm	Wheelbase	1,731 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	715 mm	Seat Height	710 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	382 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	365 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	22.7 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Bluetooth, Connectivity, LED-Headlights, Sound System, TFT display	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide ST 2022

The Road Glide ST presented itself very confident and potent in the 1000PS test in August 2022. The sporty motorbike appears somewhat sportier than similar models due to the tight saddle. The wind protection is great and the overall riding comfort is very high. The potent engine is pleasant to control thanks to the high-quality driving aids. The huge cockpit seems somewhat confusing, but the integration of the navigation system is well done. A very desirable dream motorbike.

Impressive but not disturbing sound

Powerful engine which roars upwards from the rev range

Vibrations and response fit perfectly into the overall picture

Great integrated navigation system

Good, practical electronic driving aids

Top wind protection and high stability at high speeds

Many beautiful details on the bike which really get to the heart

Easy to control brakes with a clean pressure point and good effect

Despite its high weight, the bike is easy to control and manoeuvre.

Front end seems a little ponderous at low speeds

somewhat confusing cockpit

plastic heat shield under the seat doesn't quite fit into the great overall picture