2015 BMW S 1000XR vs 2025 Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2015 BMW S 1000XR 2015 BMW S 1000XR

Sport

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
121 kW / 165 hp @ 11000 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
502.7 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
Year20152025
ColoursWhite, Red-
Make ModelBMW S 1000XRHarley Davidson Sportster S
Dimensions
Width (mm)940 mm-
Width (in.)37.0 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1,548 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)60.9 inches-
Seat Height (mm)840 mm-
Seat Height (in.)33.1 inches-
Length (mm)2,183 mm-
Length (in.)85.9 inches-
Height (mm)1,138 mm-
Height (in.)44.8 inches-
Seat Height840 mm / 33.1 in765 mm / 30.1 in
Wheelbase1548 mm / 60.9 in1520 mm / 59.8 in
Ground Clearance-90 mm / 3.5 in
Height1408 mm / 45.4 in1085 mm / 42.7 in
Length283 mm / 85.9 in2270 mm / 89.42 in
Seat Height (Laden)-734 mm / 28.9 in
Width940 mm / 37.0 in840 mm / 33.1 in
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (lbs.)502.7 pounds-
Wet Weight (kg)228.0 kg228
Fuel Capacity (l)20.00 litres-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)5.28 gallons-
Dry Weight (lbs.)392.4 pounds-
Dry Weight (kg)178221
Dry Weight178 kg / 392.4 lbs221 kg / 487 lbs
Fuel Capacity20 Litres / 5.2 US gal11.7 Litres / 3.1 US gal
Wet Weight228 kg / 502.6 lbs228 kg / 502 lbs
Performance
Max Power121 kW / 165 hp @ 11000 rpm121 hp / 90 kW @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque112 Nm / 11.4 kgf-m / 83 lb-ft @ 9250 rpm126 Nm / 93 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio0.8890 HP/kg-
Engine
Displacement (ci)60.96 cubic inches-
Displacement (cc)999.00 cc-
CO2125.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
Fuel Reserve (gal.)1.06 gallons-
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.1 x 2.0 inches-
Fuel Reserve (l)4.00 litres-
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Bore x Stroke (mm)80.0 x 49.7 mm-
Displacement999 cc / 60.9 cu-in1252 cc / 76.4 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, valve actuation via single rocker arms , 4 valves per cylinder, Intake/outlet mm 33.5/27.2Four stroke, 60° V-twin Revolution Max 1250, Chain-driven, DOHC, hydraulic self-adjusting lifters, intake & exhaust VVT, four valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection-
Bore x Stroke80 x 49.7 mm105 x 72.3 mm
Compression Ratio12.0:112.0:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled
EmissionsClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter-
Engine ManagementBMS-X-
Exhaust-2-into-1-into-2, catalyst in muffler
Fuel Consumption5.40 litres/100 km (18.5 km/l or 43.56 mpg)-
Fuel Induction-Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Fuel Reserve4.00 litres / 1.06 gallons-
LubricationWet sumpSemi-dry sump
Mixture ControlElectronic injection, throttle valve 48 mm-
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
ClutchMulti-disc anti-hopping oil-bath clutch, mechanically operatedMechanical, 8 plate wet, assist & slip, 1090N
Final DriveChainBelt, 34/80 ratio
Gear Ratios1st 2.647 / 2nd 2.091 / 3rd 1.727 / 4th 1.500 / 5th 1.360 / 6th 1.2611st 12.21 / 2nd 9.022 / 3rd 6.994 / 4th 5.641 / 5th 4.731 / 6th 4.131
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveChain 17/45Gear, 49/89 ratio
Primary Drive Ratios1.652-
Transmission / DriveConstant -mesh 6-speed gearbox, straight-toothed6 Speed
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)5.9 inches-
Trail (mm)117 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)140 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)5.5 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)150 mm-
Trail (in.)4.6 inches-
Frame TypeConstruction type aluminium perimeter frame, engine self-supportingStressed-member, high strength low alloy steel trellis frame; stamped, cast, and forged junctions; MIG welded; aluminum forged mid-structure
Suspension - FrontUpside-down telescopic fork, stanchion diameter 46 mm, adjustable for bump and rebound optional: Dynamic ESA43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminium fork triple clamps
Suspension - RearAluminium double-strut swing arm with central spring strut, adjustable for rebound, optional: Dynamic ESALinkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
Fork Angle-28°
Lean Angle-35°
Rake25.5°30°
Steering Head Angle64.5°-
Swingarm-High strength low alloy steel, tubular sections, stamped x-member, forged axle junctions; MIG welded
Trail117 mm / 4.6 in148 mm / 5.8 in
Wheel Travel - Front150 mm / 5.9 in92 mm / 3.6 in
Wheel Travel - Rear140 mm / 5.5 in82 mm / 3.2 in
Electrical Systems
Electrical SystemAlternator W 350 Battery V/Ah 12/8, maintenance-free Headlight W low beam H7 12 V 55 W High beam H7 12 V 55 W Starter kW 0.8-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.6 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)320 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)10.4 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)265 mm-
Brakes - Front2 x 320 mm Discs, 4 piston calipers, ABS Pro (dynamic brake light currently for EU markets only).Single 320mm rotor, radially mounted, monoblock, 4-piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle 220 mm disc, 1 piston caliper, ABS Pro (dynamic brake light currently for EU markets only).Single 260mm solid uniform expansion rotor, floating single piston caliper
ABS-Standard
RimsRim, front 3.50 x 17in.-
Rims - Front-4.5 x 17
Rims - Rear-5.0 x 16
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR17160/70TR17 73V Dunlop- Harley-Davidson Series, radial, GT503
Tyres - Rear190/55 ZR17180/70R16 77V Dunlop- Harley-Davidson Series, radial, GT503
Wheels-Aluminum cast, satin black