2023 BMW S 1000RR vs 2025 Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2023 BMW S 1000RR 2023 BMW S 1000RR

Sport

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
151 kW / 205 hp @ 13000 rpm
Top Speed
302.6 km/h / 188.0 mph
Weight
434.0 pounds
2025 Harley-Davidson Sportster S 2025 Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, 60° V-twin Revolution Max 1250, Chain-driven, DOHC, hydraulic self-adjusting lifters, intake & exhaust VVT, four valves per cylinder
Power
121 hp / 90 kW @ 7500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
228 kg / 502 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Comments4 Ride Modes (Rain/Sport/Dynamic/Race). Dynamic Traction Control. Hill Start Control. Electronic Immobilizer.-
Year20232025
ColoursLight White/M Motorsport, Passion Red, Black Storm Metallic-
Make ModelBMW S 1000RRHarley Davidson Sportster S
Dimensions
Height (in.)45.3 inches-
Height (mm)1151 mm-
Length (in.)81.6 inches-
Length (mm)2073 mm-
Seat Height (in.)32.8 inches-
Seat Height (mm)833 mm-
Width (mm)848 mm-
Width (in.)33.4 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1455 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)57.3 inches-
Seat Height824 mm / 32.4 in765 mm / 30.1 in
Wheelbase1457 mm / 57.4 in1520 mm / 59.8 in
Ground Clearance-90 mm / 3.5 in
Height1203.9 mm / 47.4 in1085 mm / 42.7 in
Length2073 mm / 81.6 in2270 mm / 89.42 in
Seat Height (Laden)-734 mm / 28.9 in
Width848 mm / 33.4 in840 mm / 33.1 in
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (kg)196.9 kg228
Oil Capacity (Quarts)3.7 US quarts-
Wet Weight (lbs.)434.0 pounds-
Dry Weight (kg)175221
Dry Weight (lbs.)385.8 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.36 US gallons-
Fuel Capacity (l)16.50 litres-
Oil Capacity (l)3.50 litres-
Dry Weight175 kg / 385.8 lbs - M Package: 173.2 kg / 382 lbs (without battery)221 kg / 487 lbs
Fuel Capacity16.5 Litres / 4.35 US gal11.7 Litres / 3.1 US gal
Wet Weight197 kg / 434.3 lbs - M Package: 193.2 kg / 426.6 lbs228 kg / 502 lbs
Performance
Top Speed (mph.)188.0 mph-
Top Speed (km/h)302.6 km/h-
Maximum RPM14600-
Top Speed302.6 km/h / 188.0 mph-
Max Power151 kW / 205 hp @ 13000 rpm121 hp / 90 kW @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque113 Nm / 83.3 lb-ft @ 11000 rpm126 Nm / 93 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio1.1714 HP/kg-
Engine
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
Displacement (ci)60.96 cubic inches-
Displacement (cc)999.0 cc-
Bore x Stroke (mm)80.0 x 49.7 mm-
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.1 x 2.0 inches-
Fuel Reserve (l)4.00 litres-
Fuel Reserve (gal.)1.06 US gallons-
Displacement999 cc / 60.9 cu-in1252 cc / 76.4 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, valve actuation via single cam followers, BMW ShiftCam variable intake cam controlFour stroke, 60° V-twin Revolution Max 1250, Chain-driven, DOHC, hydraulic self-adjusting lifters, intake & exhaust VVT, four valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic injection, variable intake pibe-
Bore x Stroke80 x 49.7 mm105 x 72.3 mm
Compression Ratio13.3:112.0:1
Cooling SystemLiquid/oil cooledLiquid cooled
EmissionsClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-5-
Engine LubricationWet sump-
Engine ManagementBMS-0 | Electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle system, variable intake, and knock sensor, 48mm throttle body-
Exhaust-2-into-1-into-2, catalyst in muffler
Fuel Induction-Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Fuel Reserve4.00 litres / 1.06 US gallons-
Idle Speed1200 +/- 50 RPM-
LubricationWet sumpSemi-dry sump
Spark PlugNGK LMAR9D-J-
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
Chain Size525-
ClutchMultiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, with self-reinforcementMechanical, 8 plate wet, assist & slip, 1090N
Final DriveChain 525 17/46Belt, 34/80 ratio
Gear Ratios-1st 12.21 / 2nd 9.022 / 3rd 6.994 / 4th 5.641 / 5th 4.731 / 6th 4.131
Gearbox6-speed-
Number of Chain Links118-
Primary Drive-Gear, 49/89 ratio
Sprocket17/45 (front/rear)-
Transmission / DriveClaw-shifted 6-speed gearbox with straight cut gears6 Speed
Chassis
Fork Tube Size (in.)1.8 inches-
Fork Tube Size (mm)46 mm-
Trail (in.)4.0 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)120 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)4.6 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)117 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)4.7 inches-
Trail (mm)101 mm-
Frame TypeBridge-type aluminum laminate frame with load-bearing engineStressed-member, high strength low alloy steel trellis frame; stamped, cast, and forged junctions; MIG welded; aluminum forged mid-structure
Suspension - Front45 mm Upside-down telescopic fork, compression and rebound stage adjustable, spring preload, optional DDC electronically adjustable damping43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminium fork triple clamps
Suspension - RearAluminum underslung double-sided swingarm, Central spring and shock absorber, Spring preload, rebound and compression adjustable, Optional DDC electronically adjustable dampingLinkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
Fork Angle-28°
Lean Angle-35°
Rake23.6°30°
Steering Head Angle66.4°-
Swingarm-High strength low alloy steel, tubular sections, stamped x-member, forged axle junctions; MIG welded
Trail99.8 mm / 3.9 in148 mm / 5.8 in
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in92 mm / 3.6 in
Wheel Travel - Rear117 mm / 4.6 in82 mm / 3.2 in
Electronics
Traction controlBMW Motorrad DTC-
Electrical Systems
Instrumentation6.5´ TFT-Display-
Lighting systemLED Headlight-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2x 320mm floating disc, radial 4-piston fixed calipersSingle 320mm rotor, radially mounted, monoblock, 4-piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle 220 mm disk, single-piston floating caliperSingle 260mm solid uniform expansion rotor, floating single piston caliper
ABSBMW Motorrad Race ABS (partial integral), Brake-Slide-Assist / BMW Motorrad ABS Pro (settings for RAIN, ROAD, DYNAMIC, RACE mode)Standard
Brake Fluid TypeDOT 4-
Rims - Front3.50 x 174.5 x 17
Rims - Rear6.00 x 175.0 x 16
Tyre Pressure - Front36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)-
Tyre Pressure - Rear42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa)-
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR17160/70TR17 73V Dunlop- Harley-Davidson Series, radial, GT503
Tyres - Rear190/55 ZR17 (with M wheels: 200/55 ZR17)180/70R16 77V Dunlop- Harley-Davidson Series, radial, GT503
WheelsStandard die-cast aluminum wheels Optional M forged aluminum or M Carbon wheelsAluminum cast, satin black