Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020 vs. Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020

Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020 vs Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

The Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020 and the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 are two distinct models with their own unique features and strengths.

Starting with the Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020, it offers a high level of riding comfort, thanks to its comfortable seat and great seating position. The on-board electronics are easy to operate, and the bike comes with practical electronic riding aids, enhancing the overall riding experience. The engine delivers a pleasant sound and offers good pressure throughout the rev range. It is also well-controllable, making it easy to handle and providing a stress-free riding experience. Additionally, the bike provides good weather protection, ensuring a comfortable ride in various conditions.

Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020

Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020

On the other hand, the Pan America 1250 Special 2021 boasts a sporty powerplant, delivering a higher engine power of 150 HP compared to the Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020's 90 HP. The seating position is also comfortable, and the bike offers good pillion suitability, making it suitable for longer rides with a passenger. The extensive electronics on the Pan America 1250 Special provide advanced features such as cornering ABS and cornering TC, enhancing safety during cornering maneuvers. The bike also comes with an original HD pannier system, offering convenient storage options. Furthermore, the Pan America 1250 Special exhibits good off-road characteristics, making it suitable for adventure riding.

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

However, both models have their weaknesses. The Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020 has a hakelike idle and the tail can be a little too tight on bad roads, affecting the overall ride quality. Additionally, the brake and clutch levers require a firm grip, which may be uncomfortable for some riders. On the other hand, the Pan America 1250 Special 2021 tends to generate engine heat in city mode, which can be uncomfortable during urban riding. Furthermore, the quickshifter feature is not available, which may be a drawback for riders who prefer seamless gear shifts.

In summary, the Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020 excels in terms of riding comfort, easy operation, and practical electronic riding aids. On the other hand, the Pan America 1250 Special 2021 offers a sportier powerplant, extensive electronics, and good off-road capabilities. Both models have their own strengths and weaknesses, catering to different riding preferences and needs.

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020 compared to Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020
Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore100 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke111.1 mmStroke72 mm
Engine powerEngine power90 HPEngine power150 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,450 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque150 NmTorque127 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio13
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,745 ccmDisplacement1,252 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake26 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail170 mmTrail157 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonSingle 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
LengthLength2,425 mmLength2,270 mm
WidthWidth960 mmWidth965 mm
HeightHeight1,350 mmHeight1,510 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,625 mmWheelbase1,585 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height695 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity22.7 lFuel Tank Capacity21.2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020

Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020

The Street Glide Special has an imposing appearance. But it is by no means a motorbike that you just like to look at. It wants to be ridden and offers a great riding experience with great riding comfort.

High riding comfort

simple operation of the on-board electronics

practical electronic riding aids

comfortable seat

great seating position

pleasant sound

good weather protection

great pressure from the rev range

well controllable engine

surprisingly easy handling

very stress-free to ride.

Hakelike idle, tail a little too tight on bad roads

brake and clutch levers require a firm grip

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

To sum up, in everyday and touring use we can say what our first impression already told us: the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special is a touring enduro that can do what a big, strong touring enduro must be able to do in 2021. With enough space for two, with the possibility to leave the beaten track sometimes. Of course, you will hardly tackle the wildest off-road passages with it. But what the rider dares to do on a motorbike of this weight class is more pleasant for the passenger than on many competitors, thanks to the excellent electronic suspension on the Harley. And if pillion skipped the one or other creek crossing, it was only to take photos. And not to get her feet wet. Because even the most modern electronics can't prevent that, but that's what makes such adventure bikes so much fun. It is only when it is dirty that it is identified as such, even in front of the ice cream parlour.

Sporty powerplant

comfortable seating position

good pillion suitability

extensive electronics

original HD pannier system

wind protection

cornering ABS standard

cornering TC standard

optional seat lowering when stationary

good off-road characteristics.

Engine heat in city mode

quickshifter not available

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS vs Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special

There are a few key differences between a Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020 and a Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020 is about 76% higher. A Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS 2020 experiences a loss of 0 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 510 USD for a Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 11. It takes less time to sell a Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special with 78 days compared to 130 days for the Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 6 reviews for the Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS and 18 reviews for the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special since model year 2021. The first review for the Harley-Davidson Touring Street Glide Special FLHXS was published on 9/21/2016 and now has more than 65,500 views. This compares to more than 61,800 views for the first review on Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special published on 2/22/2021.

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