Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2021 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2021

BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2021 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2021

BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2021 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2021

BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2021

BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	100 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	111 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Torque	Torque	146 Nm	Torque	125 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	2,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10	Compression Ratio	12.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
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	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,746 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Strut

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,330 mm	Length	2,207 mm
Width	Width	972 mm	Width	953 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,625 mm	Wheelbase	1,507 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	673 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1200 GS 2017

For over 35 years, BMW has continued to expand the boxer range and is consistently working on the evolution of the GS. In addition to the EURO4 update of the engine with new catalytic converter and mapping, there are now even more features such as the Dynamic ESA Next Generation with automatic riding position compensation, which further improves stability and comfort for the rider. With its subtle colour scheme, the Exclusive version is intended for friends of a neat and subdued appearance and, unlike the flashier Rallye variant, is designed more for the road. Many features are at extra cost, but GS customers usually don't care - 90 percent are ordered with full equipment.

Mature concept

strong engine

easy handling

powerful brakes

adjustable modes and traction control

extensive equipment range

good image and value retention.

many features at extra cost

boxer exposed in really tough terrain