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Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2016 vs. BMW R 12 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2016

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2016

BMW R 12 2024

BMW R 12 2024

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Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2016 compared to BMW R 12 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2016
BMW R 12 2024
Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2016
Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2016
BMW R 12 2024
BMW R 12 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore88.9 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke96.8 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power68 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpm
TorqueTorque96 NmTorque110 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,202 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter45 mm

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter16 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,255 mmLength2,200 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth830 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height710 mmSeat Height754 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)255 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)227 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity7.9 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2016

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 12 2024

BMW R 12 2024

The BMW R12 is more than just a stylish cruiser. It offers comfort, power and surprising agility - a bike to love for long journeys and short trips alike.

Powerful boxer engine

Lots of charisma but still smooth throttle response

Comfortable but low seating position

Agile handling despite cruiser design

Excellent brakes

Good lean angle-dependent traction control

High-quality cornering ABS

Comfortable riding on long lengths

Great features available

Classic design with a modern touch

Stable road holding

Good feedback even on slippery surfaces

Uncomfortable suspension on poor roads

Footrests quickly touch the ground when riding sporty

Relatively high clutch effort

Little travel limits universal character somewhat

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight vs BMW R 12

Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight

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Price BMW R 12

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