Harley-Davidson Softail Street Bob 114 FXBBS 2024 vs. BMW R 1250 RS 2024

Harley-Davidson Softail Street Bob 114 FXBBS 2024

BMW R 1250 RS 2024

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Street Bob 114 FXBBS 2024 compared to BMW R 1250 RS 2024

Harley-Davidson Softail Street Bob 114 FXBBS 2024

BMW R 1250 RS 2024

Harley-Davidson Softail Street Bob 114 FXBBS 2024

BMW R 1250 RS 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	102 mm	Bore	102.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	114 mm	Stroke	76 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	136 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,020 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	155 Nm	Torque	143 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.5	Compression Ratio	12.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Prop shaft
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,868 ccm	Displacement	1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Backbone, Double cradle	Frame type	Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	60 degree	Rake	62.3 degree
Trail	Trail	157 mm	Trail	110.8 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	292 mm	Diameter	276 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire

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	2,320 mm	Length	2,202 mm
Width	Width	865 mm	Width	925 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,630 mm	Wheelbase	1,530 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	680 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	297 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	243 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.2 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	240 km	Range	378 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	128 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	110 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.5 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.75 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Street Bob 114 FXBBS 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1250 RS 2024

For me, the BMW R 1250 RS epitomises the classic sports tourer to perfection. The seating position, the engine tuning, the suspension and the electronics - everything has been done just right. For me, the best sport touring motorcycle on the market comes from BMW.

High stability in long turns

agile, revvy boxer engine

good looks

comfortable riding position

extensive accessories list

great ESA suspension

great balance between sport and touring

good feel for the front

wide handlebars for precise control

compact but practical windscreen adjustment

good mirror position

Low position of the sat nav requires looking away from the road

Combined Braking System with ABS requires familiarisation

Cardan drive requires somewhat rougher gear changes

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Harley-Davidson Softail Street Bob 114 FXBBS 2024 vs. BMW R 1250 RS 2024

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Street Bob 114 FXBBS 2024 compared to BMW R 1250 RS 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Street Bob 114 FXBBS 2024

BMW R 1250 RS 2024

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Softail Street Bob 114 FXBBS vs BMW R 1250 RS

Price Harley-Davidson Softail Street Bob 114 FXBBS

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