Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200 R Roadster 2017 vs. Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200 R Roadster 2017

Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200 R Roadster 2017 vs Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200 R Roadster 2017

Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200 R Roadster 2017 compared to Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200 R Roadster 2017

Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200 R Roadster 2017

Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	88.9 mm	Bore	97.6 mm
Stroke	Stroke	96.8 mm	Stroke	80 mm
Engine power	Engine power	67 HP	Engine power	97 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	96 Nm	Torque	112 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,950 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10	Compression Ratio	11
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,202 ccm	Displacement	1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	49 mm	Diameter	43 mm

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Central tube
Rake	Rake	28.9 degree	Rake	67.2 degree
Trail	Trail	140 mm	Trail	92 mm

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	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	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,185 mm	Length	2,105 mm
Width	Width	820 mm	Width	745 mm
Height	Height	1,065 mm	Height	1,030 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,505 mm	Wheelbase	1,415 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	805 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	12.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200 R Roadster 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019

Our testers agreed: in our retro bike comparison, the Thruxton R was the most authentic. Its beautiful design is an exclusive replica of the original cafe racers that originated in England in the 60s. Its inner values, however, are completely in keeping with modern times and inspire with a great, high-torque engine and a sporty chassis with high-quality brakes. The retro sports cannon perfectly combines history with the present and convinces with a wonderful driving experience - whether for leisurely cruising or sporty, ambitious corner chasing.

beautiful bike

authentic look

honest overall package

engine management

top chassis

cool sound

No knee closure due to narrow tank

engine could be more powerful

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200 R Roadster vs Triumph Thruxton 1200R

Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200 R Roadster

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.

Price Triumph Thruxton 1200R

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200 R Roadster 2017 vs Triumph Thruxton 1200R 2019