Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017 vs. Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST 2024

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST 2024

Loading...

Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017 vs Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST 2024

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST 2024

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017 compared to Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017
Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore88.9 mmBore103.5 mm
StrokeStroke96.8 mmStroke114.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power106 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,020 rpm
TorqueTorque96 NmTorque168 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque3,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio10.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
DisplacementDisplacement1,202 ccmDisplacement1,923 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel81 mmTravel56 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

RakeRake61 degreeRake28 degree
TrailTrail140 mmTrail145 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,185 mmLength2,365 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,505 mmWheelbase1,615 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height720 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12.5 lFuel Tank Capacity18.9 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST 2024

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST 2024

In the saddle of the Low Rider ST, which is by no means soft, you just want to ride off, preferably far, far away, Route 66 immediately comes to mind. But the bike is also capable of winding country roads and mountain passes, and offers plenty of performance not only from the rev monster Millwaukee Eight 117, but also in terms of chassis and handling. From this point of view, those Harley-Davidson fans who ordered it practically blind without a test ride didn't do much wrong.

a superior engine in every situation

stable chassis

surprisingly agile handling

comfortable seat

unadulterated performance thanks to the absence of electronic assistance systems.

Manageable lean angle clearance

pillion seat is an extra charge

braking at sporty speeds requires a lot of hand power.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster vs Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST

Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider ST

Model year
Current average market prices

Alternative Comparisons