Harley-Davidson Touring Electra Glide Ultra Limited FLHTK 2015 vs. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Harley-Davidson Touring Electra Glide Ultra Limited FLHTK 2015

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Touring Electra Glide Ultra Limited FLHTK 2015 compared to BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Harley-Davidson Touring Electra Glide Ultra Limited FLHTK 2015

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Harley-Davidson Touring Electra Glide Ultra Limited FLHTK 2015

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	98.4 mm	Bore	102.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	111.1 mm	Stroke	76 mm
Engine power	Engine power	87 HP	Engine power	136 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,010 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	138 Nm	Torque	143 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10	Compression Ratio	12.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,690 ccm	Displacement	1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telelever

Chassis

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

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	65 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,600 mm	Length	2,270 mm
Width	Width	960 mm	Width	952 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,625 mm	Wheelbase	1,504 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	740 mm	Seat Height	890 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	414 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	268 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	22.7 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Touring Electra Glide Ultra Limited FLHTK 2015

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

The big GS Adventure is and remains a great motorbike for any terrain - even for tight corners. The low centre of gravity of the boxer engine, the longitudinally mounted crankshaft, the upright seating position and the powerful but easily controllable torque from far below are simply a force. Although the Adventure version has a higher seat with more weight, which is a decisive hindrance when turning or manoeuvring, in terms of performance the engine also has so much punch in the big GS Adventure that you can let it rip. The BMW's braking system is stable and excellently controllable, and the equipment and electronics can be upgraded considerably - as long as you tick the boxes on the order list. Of course, this pushes up the price, but the many fans of the fat GS Adventure obviously don't mind.

High-torque engine that accelerates strongly from low revs

low centre of gravity ensures surprisingly accessible manoeuvrability

practical details for frequent riders on board

gigantic range of 600 km

amazingly low consumption

good wind and weather protection

great ride comfort

powerful engine

great electronics

easy-to-read display

confident feeling in the saddle

practical riding aids