Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200T SuperLow 2014 vs. Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200T SuperLow 2014

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200T SuperLow 2014

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

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Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200T SuperLow 2014 compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200T SuperLow 2014
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore88.9 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke96.8 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power68 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque96 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,750 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio11.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,202 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,224 mmLength2,090 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,500 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height702 mmSeat Height825 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200T SuperLow 2014

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200T SuperLow 2014

A Harley isn't about power, it's about torque and with 96 Newton metres at just 3750 revs, you get the typical kick in the butt from way down on the Superlow 1200T too.

Smooth running

efficient windshield - can also be removed

brake works steadily and without much manual force.

Uncomfortable for longer tours

weak exhaust sound.

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

The Yamaha MT-09 SP already had it easy in the previous generation, as it is the even more refined version of an already really good, because wonderfully agile fun machine! The current SP version is no different, but it has been improved even further. A little more power, increased torque and better-tuned electronics make it even more fun. As expected, the suspension with classier KYB and Öhlins components works excellently, the brakes could be a little sharper, but the seating position is still what you would expect from such an agile and easily controllable fun machine. The few quirks like the small TFT display or the controversial light mask in no way make it worse, but simply an even more independent personality!

Extremely agile and powerful engine

comfortable riding position

high-quality suspension elements from KYB and Öhlins

good quickshifter with blipper

distinctive look.

Small TFT display

horn half-heartedly installed at the front

wide turning circle

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200T SuperLow vs Yamaha MT-09 SP

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