Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2016 vs. Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2016

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2016 vs Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2016

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2016 compared to Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2016

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2016

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	88.9 mm	Bore	106 mm
Stroke	Stroke	96.8 mm	Stroke	67.9 mm
Engine power	Engine power	68 HP	Engine power	152 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	96 Nm	Torque	123 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10	Compression Ratio	11.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	Desmodromic
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,202 ccm	Displacement	1,198.4 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	16 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	240 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	45 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,225 mm	Length	2,257 mm
Height	Height	1,140 mm	Height	1,192 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,580 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	710 mm	Seat Height	770 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	265 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	239 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Ducati Diavel 1200 2018

All in all, the Ducati Diavel delivers exactly what it promises visually and surprises with easy rideability and nimble speed on hearty motorbike tracks. Optics and workmanship testify to a real passion for motorbikes. And as befits a devilish motorbike, the Diavel leaves no one cold at the regulars' table.

Improved engine compared to previous model

precise clutch

easy flank change.

Slightly uncomfortable on lousy asphalt.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom vs Ducati Diavel 1200

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200C Custom 2016 vs Ducati Diavel 1200 2018