Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021 vs. Royal Enfield Himalayan 2018

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2018

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021 compared to Royal Enfield Himalayan 2018

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2018

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	105 mm	Bore	78 mm
Stroke	Stroke	72 mm	Stroke	86 mm
Engine power	Engine power	150 HP	Engine power	24.5 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	127 Nm	Torque	32 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	9.5
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	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	5
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,252 ccm	Displacement	411 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	47 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	191 mm	Travel	200 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	191 mm	Travel	180 mm
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	280 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	120 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	90 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,270 mm	Length	2,190 mm
Width	Width	965 mm	Width	840 mm
Height	Height	1,510 mm	Height	1,360 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,580 mm	Wheelbase	1,465 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	805 mm	Seat Height	800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21.2 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

The Pan America 1250 is Harley-Davidson's first attempt in the segment of large touring enduros and it has definitely succeeded! Apart from a few, rather negligible flaws, the Pan America 1250 Special is an all-round good adventure bike that even pleases with its off-road qualities. The Revolution Max V2 engine has a sporty character, placing it perfectly in the luxury enduro bike class. With innovative features such as the Adaptive Ride Height System, the Americans could even manage to acquire a larger number of new customers for whom the usual suspects in the big enduro bike segment are all too high.

Sporty engine

stable on- and off-road feel

comfortable seating position

extensive electronics

unique look

cornering ABS as standard

cornering TC as standard

high-quality electronic suspension

seat height can be lowered when stationary

good off-road characteristics

Comparatively high weight

Ground clearance too low for hard off-road terrain

ABS on rear wheel not disengageable

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2018

The Royal Enfield Himalayan is a real retro touring enduro. Apart from ABS, the bike does without any riding aids - but with its low power, you will rarely need aids such as traction control. Its appearance is definitely unique and brings a breath of fresh air to the current segment of touring enduros. In addition to its looks, the Himalayan scores with its easy rideability and a very comfortable seating position. Only the performance of the brake is disappointing. Despite good hardware, it takes a lot of power to stop the Royal Enfield. That's why you can call it a real retro bike - not only its looks, but also its technology is full of retro charm.

unique eye-catcher

rustic concept

robust overall impression

comfortable seating position

digital compass

simple technology

good for the field of application.

Brakes far too weak

low power