BMW R 1250 R [2018-2019] vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S

BikeWale brings you comparison of BMW R 1250 R [2018-2019] and Harley-Davidson Sportster S. The ex-showroom price of BMW R 1250 R [2018-2019] is ₹ 15,95,000 and Harley-Davidson Sportster S is ₹ 16,48,938. BMW R 1250 R [2018-2019] is available in 2 colours and Harley-Davidson Sportster S is available in 4 colours and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between BMW R 1250 R [2018-2019] and Harley-Davidson Sportster S.

BMW R 1250 R [2018-2019] vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	R 1250 R [2018-2019]	Sportster S
Price	₹ 15,95,000	₹ 16,48,938
Capacity	1254 cc	1252 cc
Power	132.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm	120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Economy	--	--

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R 1250 R [2018-2019]

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₹ 15,95,000

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Sportster S

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₹ 16,48,938

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R 1250 R [2018-2019]

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Specifications

Power & Performance

Max Power	132.1 bhp @ 7,750 rpm	120.69 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
Max Torque	143 Nm @ 6,250 rpm	125 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Riding Range (km)	--	236
Top Speed (kmph)	200	194
Riding Modes	--	Sport, Road and Rain
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement (cc)	1,254	1,252
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	20
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	--	--
Transmission Type	Shaft Drive	Belt Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern	--	1 Down 5 Up
Cylinders	2	2
Bore (mm)	102.5	105
Stroke (mm)	76	72.3
Valves Per Cylinder	--	4
Compression Ratio	12.5:1	12.0:1
Ignition	--	CDI
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	--	2
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Clutch	--	Assist And Slipper Clutch
Fuel Delivery System	--	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	18	11.8
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	4	1.7
Emission Standard	BS4	BS6 Phase 2

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension	Telescopic Upside-Down fork; stanchion diameter 45 mm	43 mm inverted fork with compression
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever	Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
Braking System	Switchable ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	320	320
Caliper - Front (Piston)	--	4
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	276	260
Caliper - Rear (Piston)	--	1
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	16
Front Tyre Size	120/70 ZR 17	160/70 - R17
Rear Tyre Size	180/55 ZR 17	180/70 - R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	36
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	42
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	36
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	42

Dimensions & Chassis

Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Maintenance Schedule

Features

Instrument Cluster

Touch Screen Display	--
Instrument Console	--	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Hazard Warning Indicator	--
Average Speed	--
OTA Updates	--	Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts	--
Geo Fencing	--
Distance to Empty	--
Stand Alarm
No. of Tripmeters	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Clock
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Digital Fuel Gauge
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator	--
Low Fuel Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Service Reminder Indicator	--
Battery	12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free	12 V, 12 Ah, 225 CCA

Storage
Mobile App Connectivity
Light System
GPS & Charging
Switchgear
Pillion Comfort
Additional Features

Colours

	Pollux Metallic Matt	Vivid Black
	Black Storm Metallic	White Sand Pearl
		Gray Haze
		Bright Billiard Blue

User Reviews

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1 Rating

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27 Ratings

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It good bike for a solo rider

Riding the Harley Davidson Sportster S is an exhilarating experience that blends raw

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R 1250 R [2018-2019]

BMW R 1250 R [2018-2019] Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	239	225
Seat Height (mm)	820	765
Ground Clearance (mm)	--	90
Overall Length (mm)	2,165	2,270
Overall Width (mm)	880	843
Overall Height (mm)	1,300	1,089
Wheelbase (mm)	1,515	1,520
Chassis Type	Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine	High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame

Standard Warranty (year)	--	2
Standard Warranty (km)	--	Unlimited

DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)
Shift Light
Headlight Type	--	LED
Brake/Tail Light	--	LED
Turn Signal	--	LED
Pass Light
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	--

Riding Modes Switch	--
Cruise Control	--	Available
Hazard Warning Lights	--
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Kill Switch
Traction Control	--

Stepped Seat
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Grab Rail
Pillion Seat	Stepped Seat
Pillion Footrest

Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	--
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	--
Additional Features	--	--

Front Storage Box
Under Seat Storage (Litres)

GPS & Navigation
USB Charging Port

BMW R 1250 R [2018-2019] vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S