Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022
BMW R 1250 GS 2021
Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022
Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022
BMW R 1250 GS 2021
BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore105 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke72.3 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power122 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,252 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter37 mm
TravelTravel92 mmTravel190 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel51 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeLoad-bearing engine
RakeRake60 degreeRake62.9 degree
TrailTrail148 mmTrail109 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter305 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter276 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width160 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,270 mmLength2,207 mm
WidthWidth843 mmWidth952.5 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height765 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)228 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)249 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11.8 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange245 kmRange421 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.75 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentCornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

The BMW R 1250 GS also presents itself as a very complete bike in 2022. Confident and well-balanced, it impresses on intensive rides. The bike scores points with its superb engine, great ergonomics and practical riding aids including great app integration. However, in a direct comparison with other top-of-the-range touring enduros, it shows its first weaknesses in terms of features and components. In direct comparison, however, the 136 hp from the boxer engine is convincing in every situation.

Extremely high-torque boxer engine

comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

great app integration

sophisticated operating concept

great ergonomics

many customisation options

great handling with strong confidence in the front

easy to ride

Shifting at low revs is choppy

seat too slack

brakes and suspension no longer at the level of the strong competition

Price Comparison Average Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S vs BMW R 1250 GS

Price Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S

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Current average market prices

Price BMW R 1250 GS

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