BMW R 1250 RT 2024 vs. Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024

BMW R 1250 RT 2024

BMW R 1250 RT 2024

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 RT 2024 compared to Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024

BMW R 1250 RT 2024
Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024
BMW R 1250 RT 2024
BMW R 1250 RT 2024
Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024
Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore102.5 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke111 mm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque139 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque3,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio10
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionBelt
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,744.99 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter37 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel136 mmTravel86 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake64.1 degreeRake60 degree
TrailTrail116 mmTrail150 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter276 mmDiameter292 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,222 mmLength2,325 mm
WidthWidth985 mmWidth972 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,625 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height680 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity25 lFuel Tank Capacity18.9 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange526 kmRange343 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions110 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions128 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.75 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.5 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Sound System, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 RT 2024

BMW R 1250 RT 2024

The BMW R 1250 RT simply feels superior when touring. The heavy bike sits compactly in the hand and wags nimbly through the bends. A great touring motorbike.

Great wind and weather protection

Great boxer engine

Powerful acceleration

Easy engine modulation

Well-designed controls

Great integrated luggage

High stability even at high speeds

Somewhat cumbersome when manoeuvring

gear changes at low revs a little choppy

opaque pressure point of the brakes

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 RT vs Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB

Price BMW R 1250 RT

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Price Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB

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