BMW S 1000 R [2021-2025] vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S

In 2026 BMW S 1000 R [2021-2025] or Harley-Davidson Sportster S choose which bike is best for you - compare these two bikes or scooters on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. BMW S 1000 R [2021-2025] Price starts at Rs. 19 Lakhs (last recorded price) whereas the Harley-Davidson Sportster S Price starts at Rs. 18.05 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). S 1000 R [2021-2025] engine makes power and torque 165 PS PS & 114 Nm. On the other hand, Sportster S engine makes power & torque 122.3 PS PS & 125 Nm respectively. BMW offers the S 1000 R [2021-2025] in 4 colours. The S 1000 R [2021-2025] mileage is around 16.12 kmpl. The Sportster S mileage is around 19.6 kmpl.
S 1000 R [2021-2025] vs Sportster S Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS S 1000 r [2021-2025] Sportster s
BrandBMWHarley-Davidson
Price₹ 19 Lakhs₹ 18.05 Lakhs
Mileage16.12 kmpl19.6 kmpl
Engine Capacity999 cc1252 cc
Power165 PS PS122.3 PS PS

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S 1000 R [2021-2025]
2021 S 1000 R STD
₹19 Lakhs*
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Sportster S
₹18.05 Lakhs*
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BMW S 1000 R [2021-2025] Visual Comparison

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Specification
Fuel Capacity
16.5 L11.7 L
Length
2090 mm2270 mm
Wheelbase
1450 mm1520 mm
Kerb Weight
199 kg228 kg
Height
1115 mm-
Saddle Height
830 mm765 mm
Width
812 mm840 mm
ABS
Dual ChannelDual Channel
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mmFront :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm-
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70 ZR 17,Rear :- 190/55 ZR 17Front :-160/70-17, Rear :- 180/70-16
Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm-
Front Brake
Double DiscDisc
Wheels Type
Cast Aluminium AlloyAlloy
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Tyre Type
Tubeless-
Range
264 km-
Max Speed
200 kmph230 kmph
Max Power
165 PS @ 11000 rpm122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Stroke
49.7 mm72.3 mm
Max Torque
114 Nm @ 9250 rpm125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Transmission
ManualManual
Drive Type
Chain DriveBelt Drive
Displacement
999 cc1252 cc
Fuel Type
Petrol-
Engine Type
Water/Oil-cooled 4-cylinder 4-stroke In-line Engine, Four Valves per Cylinder, Two Overhead CamshaftsRevolution® Max 1250T
Clutch
Anti-hopping Clutch-
No Of Cylinders
42
Starting
Self Start OnlySelf Start Only
Valve Per Cylinder
44
Gear Box
6 Speed6 Speed
Fuel Supply
Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Emission Type
bs6bs6-2.0
Bore
80 mm105 mm
Body Graphics
Yes-
Rear Suspension
Aluminium underbeam swinging arm, Full-Floater Pro, central shock absorber, adjustable rebound and compression damping and adjustable spring preloadLinkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
Front Suspension
Upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 45 mm, spring preload and adjustable rebound and compression stage43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Features
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,DynamicYes
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Call/SMS Alerts
YesYes
Internet Connectivity
Yes-
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Fuel Gauge
Digital-
Clock
YesYes
Instrument Console
DigitalDigital
Tachometer
DigitalDigital
Tripmeter
DigitalDigital
Seat Type
SplitSingle
Console
DigitalDigital
Additional Features
ABS Pro, Revolution Counter, Dynamic Brake Light, Electronic Immobiliser, Drop Sensor, On-board Computer, Handbrake Lever Adjustable, Detachable License Plate Holder, Hill Start Control, Race ABS (Partly-integral), ABS Linked With Riding Modes, Passenger Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Wheel Lift Mitigation, Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System, Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System,Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Enhanced Lift Mitigation
Pass Switch
YesYes
Passenger Footrest
Yes-
Display
Coloured TFT Screen4 Inch TFT
Battery Capacity
12 V, 8 Ah-
Tail Light
LEDLED
Turn Signal Lamp
LEDLED
Low Fuel Indicator
Yes-
Headlight
LEDLED
Battery Type
Maintenance Free-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹20,99,656₹19,95,565
Ex-Showroom Price
₹19,00,000₹18,05,000
RTO
₹1,52,000₹1,44,400
Insurance
₹47,656₹46,165
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹0₹0
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹45,129₹42,892

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