Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017 vs. Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017 vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017 compared to Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	88.9 mm	Bore	97.6 mm
Stroke	Stroke	96.8 mm	Stroke	80 mm
Engine power	Engine power	67 HP	Engine power	100 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	96 Nm	Torque	112 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,250 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	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Chain
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 per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	2	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,202 ccm	Displacement	1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	114 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Travel	Travel	81 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Central tube
Rake	Rake	61 degree	Rake	22.3 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	220 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,185 mm	Length	2,099 mm
Width	Width	860 mm	Width	778 mm
Height	Height	1,080 mm	Height	1,097 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,505 mm	Wheelbase	1,413 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	809 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	259 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	216 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	12.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

The Triumph Speed Twin could be the height of emotion for fans of classic Triumph motorbikes. The engine pushes like a tractor in every situation and spoils you with a wonderful sound. Chassis and brake components are of high quality and the looks are inspiring. Unfortunately, tall riders cannot enjoy the small 1200 quite as easily as riders under 1.85 metres.

powerful punch from the rev range

high-quality workmanship

sporty chassis

great looks

compact dimensions could become a problem for tall pilots

heat development of the engine

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2017 vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022