Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic FLSTC 2009 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic FLSTC 2009

Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic FLSTC 2009

BMW R 1250 GS 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2023

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Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic FLSTC 2009 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic FLSTC 2009
BMW R 1250 GS 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore95.3 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke111.1 mmStroke76 mm
TorqueTorque117 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,200 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,584 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

LengthLength2,405 mmLength2,207 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,635 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height648 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.9 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic FLSTC 2009

Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic FLSTC 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1250 GS 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2023

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 Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic FLSTC vs BMW R 1250 GS

Price Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic FLSTC

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Price BMW R 1250 GS

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