Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2023 vs. Yamaha V-MAX 2016

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2023

Yamaha V-MAX 2016

Yamaha V-MAX 2016

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2023 vs Yamaha V-MAX 2016

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2023

Yamaha V-MAX 2016

Yamaha V-MAX 2016

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2023 compared to Yamaha V-MAX 2016

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2023
Yamaha V-MAX 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore100 mmBore90 mm
StrokeStroke111 mmStroke66 mm
TorqueTorque139 NmTorque166.8 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio11.3
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement1,744.99 ccmDisplacement1,679 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,325 mmLength2,395 mm
WidthWidth972 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,120 mmHeight1,190 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,625 mmWheelbase1,700 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height680 mmSeat Height775 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight317 kgKerb Weight310 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.9 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Yamaha V-MAX 2016

Yamaha V-MAX 2016

The big Vmax from Yamaha is a unique bike. This applies to the technical side, with the largest V4 engine in a bike of all time, as well as to the emotional side of riding a Vmax. Few bikes can offer such brute grunt in every riding situation, and even fewer of them are cruisers. Although its stubborn turning behaviour detracts from the riding pleasure, the seating position is quite cramped and the sound could be more indicative of the massive displacement, the propulsion is addictive. The Vmax 1700 is definitely a niche product, but also an absolutely awe-inspiring, unique bike.

Very powerful V4 engine, with an insane amount of torque in every situation

Well-damped suspension

Beautiful workmanship

Very potent brakes

High fuel consumption

seating position rather cramped with a wide leg spread

extremely stubborn steering behaviour of the used test machine

suspension cannot fully suppress movements when leaning

sound of the powerful V4 could be more perceptible

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB vs Yamaha V-MAX

Price Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide FLSB

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Price Yamaha V-MAX

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