Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide Special FLTRXS 2016 vs. BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide Special FLTRXS 2016

Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide Special FLTRXS 2016

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

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Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide Special FLTRXS 2016 compared to BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide Special FLTRXS 2016
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore98.4 mmBore106.5 mm
StrokeStroke111.1 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power87 HPEngine power145 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,010 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque138 NmTorque149 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.7 Compression Ratio13.3
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,690 ccmDisplacement1,300 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height60 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height65 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,430 mmLength2,280 mm
WidthWidth980 mmWidth1,012 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,625 mmWheelbase1,534 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height695 mmSeat Height870 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)385 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)269 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity22.7 lFuel Tank Capacity30 l
Top SpeedTop Speed175 km/hTop Speed200 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide Special FLTRXS 2016

Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide Special FLTRXS 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

The new R 1300 GS Adventure was eagerly awaited - how will the Bavarians differentiate it from the normal 13 Series GS in terms of design? Well, the powerful, angular appearance is already a success, the new big Adventure looks rustic, but doesn't look too stolid and you can see at first glance with the many practical details that BMW is all about making globetrotters happy. On the drive side, the GS Adventure benefits from the even more powerful boxer engine, which accelerates the heavy Adventure forwards effortlessly and agilely. The handling is unexpectedly light and the ergonomics are excellent. Of course, the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure is expensive, nobody expected a bargain. However, it is already equipped with an extensive range of electronic features in the basic version, and with the ASA automated quickshifter, adaptive ride height control, adaptive cruise control and much, much more, it is of course even more expensive. But beware: anyone who tries it will probably want it on their R 1300 GS Adventure!

Agile boxer transmission

amazingly easy handling

great ergonomics for long distances

30 litre fuel capacity

lean angle-dependent Advanced Rider Assistance Systems

various modes

heated grips as standard

cruise control as standard

automated quickshifter as an accessory

adaptive cruise control as an accessory

High weight - difficult to balance from the stand

high price

lengthy surcharge list - but nobody should be surprised...

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Touring Road Glide Special FLTRXS vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

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