BMW R 18 2020 vs. Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

BMW R 18 2020

BMW R 18 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

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Technical Specifications BMW R 18 2020 compared to Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

BMW R 18 2020
Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore107.1 mmBore88.9 mm
StrokeStroke100 mmStroke96.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power91 HPEngine power68 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power4,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,000 rpm
TorqueTorque168 NmTorque96 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,000 rpmRpm at Torque3,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.6 Compression Ratio10
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionBelt
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder2
ValvesValvesOHVValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,802 ccmDisplacement1,202 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter39 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel92 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel90 mmTravel41 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake57.3 degreeRake30 degree
TrailTrail150 mmTrail117 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter260 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height65 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,440 mmLength2,200 mm
WidthWidth964 mmWidth915 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,731 mmWheelbase1,515 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height690 mmSeat Height735 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)345 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)256 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity12.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 18 2020

BMW R 18 2020

The BMW R 18 is a beautifully made motorbike. Everything about it is genuine. The big boxer will delight friends of the BMW brand, but also friends of extroverted mechanical motorbike technology. In driving mode, the engine is pleasant to dose and thus fits well with the accessible handling. The equipment options are almost limitless. In terms of driving dynamics, chassis and electronics package, BMW is not breaking any new ground. It is a well-made classic beautiful cruiser. The seating position heats up the tempers. During the test ride, however, the journalists coped well with it. It tends to be a little more difficult to sit on the bike with long legs.

Authentic appearance

elaborately staged, beautifully air-cooled boxer engine

pleasant metering, good pull

wide range of driving modes

high-quality and loving details

many options for customisation

precise gearbox

easy handling.

Roughly controlled traction control

no foot-forward seating position possible - somewhat annoying for long legs

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 18 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron

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