Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021 vs. Ducati XDiavel Black Star 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Ducati XDiavel Black Star 2021

Ducati XDiavel Black Star 2021

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021 vs Ducati XDiavel Black Star 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Ducati XDiavel Black Star 2021

Ducati XDiavel Black Star 2021

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021 compared to Ducati XDiavel Black Star 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021
Ducati XDiavel Black Star 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore105 mmBore106 mm
StrokeStroke72.3 mmStroke71.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power122 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque127 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque5,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio13
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,252 ccmDisplacement1,262 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter50 mm
TravelTravel92 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel51 mmTravel110 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTubular
RakeRake60 degreeRake60 degree
TrailTrail148 mmTrail130 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width160 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width240 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height45 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,615 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height755 mmSeat Height755 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)221 kgDry Weight (with ABS)221 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)228 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)247 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11.8 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2021

The Sportster S returns to the tradition of this model series - yes, it really used to be about sport! That's why the latest American creation, with its 122 hp and 125 Nm of torque, doesn't want to be a cruiser, but instead is almost classless in its pursuit of customers. What is on offer is a wonderful poser bike that is surprisingly easy to ride. The single-disc brake at the front works well and the fat 160 front tyre steers better than you would expect. Only the hard suspension makes the rider suffer on longer distances - which of course doesn't matter at all in front of the ice cream parlour. Electronics and safety are top-notch, which mitigates the tidy price for true fans.

Powerful, refined engine

brakes very good for a single-disc system

full electronics package with cornering ABS and lean angle-dependent traction control

Chassis really hard

turn-in behaviour somewhat unwilling due to wide front tyre

Ducati XDiavel Black Star 2021

Ducati XDiavel Black Star 2021

The Ducati XDiavel continues to present itself as a real weapon and, in the Black Star variant, offers a magnificent look with extensive equipment. It will probably not appeal to classic cruiser riders or sportbike riders, but the fan community is already large and well-established. Even though it may look like a poser bike at first glance, it is in fact an incredibly sporty motorbike in cruiser camouflage.

brute engine

sporty chassis

instinctive handling thanks to Pirelli

good brakes

extensive electronics package

unique look

pride of ownership in the saddle.

Jerky under 3,000 revs

hard chassis for city driving

large turning circle

sluggish clutch

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S vs Ducati XDiavel Black Star

Price Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S

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Price Ducati XDiavel Black Star

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