Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 R Roadster 2011 vs. BMW R nineT 2018

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 R Roadster 2011

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 R Roadster 2011

BMW R nineT 2018

BMW R nineT 2018

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 R Roadster 2011 vs BMW R nineT 2018

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 R Roadster 2011

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 R Roadster 2011

BMW R nineT 2018

BMW R nineT 2018

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 R Roadster 2011 compared to BMW R nineT 2018

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 R Roadster 2011
BMW R nineT 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore76.2 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke96.8 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power53 HPEngine power110 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power3,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque70 NmTorque116 Nm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio8.9 Compression Ratio12
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement883 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,245 mmLength2,175 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,542 mmWheelbase1,487 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height760 mmSeat Height803 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12.5 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 R Roadster 2011

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 R Roadster 2011

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R nineT 2018

BMW R nineT 2018

What more can be said about the BMW R nineT? Since its release in 2014, it has been a real perennial favourite in the customising scene and also at BMW itself. Its ingredients, however, are of very high quality and explain why the result is so coherent. The boxer engine, full of character, is a real joy every time you pull the throttle and, thanks to the wonderful sound, it never gets boring in the long run. Despite the relatively high weight, the BMW is pleasant to ride thanks to the high-quality chassis and finds a balanced mixture between cruiser and sporty naked bike. The look is of course a matter of taste, but the sales figures suggest that BMW must have done something right. And even if you don't like the standard look, accessories are a dime a dozen.

Boxer engine full of character

powerful pressure from low revs

comfortable seating position

extensive equipment

large accessories market

cool look

Footrest position when manoeuvring

Passenger ride comfort

Price

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 R Roadster vs BMW R nineT

Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 R Roadster

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Price BMW R nineT

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