Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2021 vs. BMW F 850 GS 2021

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2021

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2021

BMW F 850 GS 2021

BMW F 850 GS 2021

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Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2021 compared to BMW F 850 GS 2021

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2021
BMW F 850 GS 2021
Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2021
Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2021
BMW F 850 GS 2021
BMW F 850 GS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore102 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke114.3 mmStroke77 mm
Engine powerEngine power94 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,020 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque155 NmTorque92 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.5 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,868 ccmDisplacement853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake62 degreeRake62 degree
TrailTrail132 mmTrail126 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width150 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter16 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,340 mmLength2,305 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,615 mmWheelbase1,593 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height710 mmSeat Height860 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.6 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2021

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW F 850 GS 2021

BMW F 850 GS 2021

The BMW F 850 GS also scores points in 2022 with its pleasant ergonomics and accessible character. Operation is easy and you quickly feel comfortable on the motorbike. The longer the tour, the more you miss the finesse in the details. The damping of the fork is too lax and not adjustable. The engine gets a bit boring in the long run, and the gearstick and quickshifter are always stiff. In direct comparison with other touring enduros, it is always somewhat overshadowed by more exciting models.

Good wind and weather protection

well thought-out operating concept

practical equipment

very accessible operation and driveability in everyday use

good seat comfort

great connectivity solution

Vibrations in the upper rev range

boring engine

stiff quickshifter gearstick

front damping too lax

fork not adjustable

ponderous feel

front brake could do with more bite.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS vs BMW F 850 GS

Price Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Bob 114 FXFBS

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Price BMW F 850 GS

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