Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021 vs. BMW R nineT 2015

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

BMW R nineT 2015

Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021 vs BMW R nineT 2015

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

BMW R nineT 2015

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021 compared to BMW R nineT 2015

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

BMW R nineT 2015

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

BMW R nineT 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	102 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	114.3 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	94 HP	Engine power	110 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,020 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	155 Nm	Torque	119 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.46	Compression Ratio	12
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,868 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Paralever

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,355 mm	Length	2,220 mm
Width	Width	850 mm	Width	890 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,615 mm	Wheelbase	1,476 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	690 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	308 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	222 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R nineT 2015

Strategically perfectly implemented, accompanied by great marketing, it then does exactly what it is supposed to do on the road: It rides right into the heart. A cool motorbike with little frippery that rides great. Due to the somewhat rough engine and the cafe racer seating position, it is not easy to ride for the first few metres. But once you've settled into the saddle of the nineT, you won't want to change it.

Simple and earthy motorbike with a modern overall package

Hearty sound

Even "non-motorcyclists" recognise the special flair of the bike in front of the café

Not just for posing: Thanks to the high-quality chassis, it's also great to ride.

High price

Long waiting time when buying (will improve in the course of 2015)

Touring length is somewhat limited by lack of wind protection