Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2017 vs. BMW R 12 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2017

BMW R 12 2024

Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2017 vs BMW R 12 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2017

BMW R 12 2024

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2017 compared to BMW R 12 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2017

BMW R 12 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2017

BMW R 12 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	88.9 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	96.8 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	67 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	96 Nm	Torque	110 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10	Compression Ratio	12
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Prop shaft
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	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	Oil-air
Displacement	Displacement	1,202 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	49 mm	Diameter	45 mm

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	29.6 degree	Rake	60.7 degree
Trail	Trail	132 mm	Trail	132.5 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	16 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,165 mm	Length	2,200 mm
Width	Width	820 mm	Width	830 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,495 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	710 mm	Seat Height	754 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	255 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	227 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	7.9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 12 2024

The BMW R12 is more than just a stylish cruiser. It offers comfort, power and surprising agility - a bike to love for long journeys and short trips alike.

Powerful boxer engine

Lots of charisma but still smooth throttle response

Comfortable but low seating position

Agile handling despite cruiser design

Excellent brakes

Good lean angle-dependent traction control

High-quality cornering ABS

Comfortable riding on long lengths

Great features available

Classic design with a modern touch

Stable road holding

Good feedback even on slippery surfaces

Uncomfortable suspension on poor roads

Footrests quickly touch the ground when riding sporty

Relatively high clutch effort

Little travel limits universal character somewhat

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight vs BMW R 12

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2017 vs BMW R 12 2024