BMW R 1250 R 2023 vs. Harley-Davidson Nightster 2023

BMW R 1250 R 2023

BMW R 1250 R 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2023

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Overview - BMW R 1250 R 2023 vs Harley-Davidson Nightster 2023

BMW R 1250 R 2023

BMW R 1250 R 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2023

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 R 2023 compared to Harley-Davidson Nightster 2023

BMW R 1250 R 2023
Harley-Davidson Nightster 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore102.5 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power89 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque95 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement975 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel140 mmTravel114 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel140 mmTravel76.2 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake62.3 degreeRake60 degree
TrailTrail126.6 mmTrail137 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter276 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,250 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,300 mmHeight705 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,515 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height760 mmSeat Height705 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)239 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)221 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity11.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange378 kmRange245 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions110 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions126 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.75 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentTFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 R 2023

BMW R 1250 R 2023

What could be better than getting even more power and torque in an already powerful naked bike! The predecessor, the R 1200 R, with its 125 hp and Newton metres of torque, could already be ridden very sportily, but the enlarged R 1250 R, now with 136 hp and a massive 143 Newton metres, pushes the boxer power to its current peak. The special thing about the R 1250 R, as with its predecessor, is that thanks to the extensive range of accessories it can also convince on tours. The new engine with ShiftCam valve control is not only more powerful but also more refined. The chassis and brakes are also convincing, and the seating position is pleasantly upright, allowing a wide range of riding styles, from sporty push-off to long-distance touring.

powerful boxer engine

good sound

comfortable seating position

ABS and traction control standard

riding modes

sporty look

Long surcharge list

visually nothing new

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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