BMW R nineT Pure 2017 vs. Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

BMW R nineT Pure 2017

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Overview - BMW R nineT Pure 2017 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

BMW R nineT Pure 2017

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Technical Specifications BMW R nineT Pure 2017 compared to Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

BMW R nineT Pure 2017

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

BMW R nineT Pure 2017

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	101 mm	Bore	88.9 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	96.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	110 HP	Engine power	67 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	116 Nm	Torque	96 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	10
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Dry	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Belt
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	5
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	2
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	1,202 ccm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,105 mm	Length	2,185 mm
Width	Width	900 mm	Width	860 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,493 mm	Wheelbase	1,505 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	805 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	219 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	259 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	12.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R nineT Pure 2017

BMW proves that even the most affordable entry into the R nineT world does not compromise on riding performance and emotion. If you reach for the original accessories from the Bavarians, you will quickly find that even the Pure quickly becomes a visual dream! The only compromises are the suspension, which is not very responsive, and the gauges, which are reduced to the bare minimum except for a speed indicator and trip meter. But with such a retro bike with such a strong character, you can overlook even these minor inconveniences.

superb engine

stable chassis

easy and accessible handling

great looks

extensive range of BMW original accessories.

missing tachometer and gear indicator

exclusive aluminium optics at extra charge

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price BMW R nineT Pure vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster

Price BMW R nineT Pure

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