Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2018 vs. BMW R nineT 2015

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2018

BMW R nineT 2015

Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2018 vs BMW R nineT 2015

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2018

BMW R nineT 2015

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2018 compared to BMW R nineT 2015

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2018

BMW R nineT 2015

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2018

BMW R nineT 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	76.2 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	96.8 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	52 HP	Engine power	110 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	68 Nm	Torque	119 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9	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	5	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	883 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

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

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	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	100 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	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,185 mm	Length	2,220 mm
Width	Width	855 mm	Width	890 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,515 mm	Wheelbase	1,476 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	735 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	12.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2018

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron vs BMW R nineT

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2018 vs BMW R nineT 2015