2015 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 vs 2024 BMW R 12 Cruiser

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2015 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 2015 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883

Custom / cruiser

Engine
V2, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
573.2 pounds
2024 BMW R 12 Cruiser 2024 BMW R 12 Cruiser

Custom / cruiser

Engine
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, two camshafts and four radially aligned valves per cylinder, central counter balancer shaft.
Power
70.1 kW / 95 hp @ 6500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
227 kg / 500 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Year-2024
ColoursHard Candy Quicksilver Flake, Sand Cammo Denim, Black Denim, Brilliant Silver Pearl-
Make Model-BMW R 12 Cruiser
Dimensions
Wheelbase (in.)59.8 inches-
Seat Height (mm)653 mm-
Seat Height (in.)25.7 inches-
Length (mm)2,179 mm-
Length (in.)85.8 inches-
Ground Clearance (in.)3.9 inches-
Ground Clearance (mm)100 mm-
Wheelbase (mm)1,519 mm-
Seat Height653 mm / 25.7 in.754 mm / 29.7 in
Wheelbase1,519 mm / 59.8 in.1519 mm / 59.8 in
Height-1110 mm / 43.7 in
Length2,179 mm / 85.8 in.2200 mm / 86.6 in
Seat Height (Inner Leg Curve)-1760 mm / 69.3 in
Width-830 mm / 32.7 in
Weights & Capacities
Fuel Capacity (l)12.49 litres-
Dry Weight (kg)251-
Dry Weight (lbs.)553.3 pounds-
Oil Capacity (l)2.60 litres-
Oil Capacity (Quarts)0.17 quarts-
Wet Weight (kg)260.0 kg227
Wet Weight (lbs.)573.2 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)3.30 gallons-
Dry Weight251 kg / 553.3 lbs-
Fuel Capacity12.49 litres / 3.30 gallons14 Litres / 3.7 US gal
Wet Weight260.0 kg / 573.2 lbs227 kg / 500 lbs
Performance
Max Power-70.1 kW / 95 hp @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque72.95 Nm (7.4 kgf-m or 53.8 ft.lbs) @ 3750 Revolutions106 Nm / 81 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio0.2084 HP/kg-
Engine
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke-
CO2107.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.0 x 3.8 inches-
Bore x Stroke (mm)76.2 x 96.8 mm-
Displacement-1170 cc / 71.4 cub in
Engine DetailAir-cooled, Evolution®Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, two camshafts and four radially aligned valves per cylinder, central counter balancer shaft.
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)-
Bore x Stroke-101 x 73 mm
Compression Ratio8.9:112:1
Cooling System-Air/oil cooled
Emissions-Controlled 3-way catalytic converter, exhaust emission standards EU-59
Engine LubricationDry sump-
ExhaustChrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers-
Fuel Consumption4.61 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.02 mpg)-
Fuel Induction-Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire
Fuel Type-Unleaded super (premium), octane number 95-98 (RON) (rated output at 98 RON)
Lubrication-Wet sump
StarterElectricElectric
Drivetrain
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bathSingle dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated
Final DriveBeltShaft
Gear Ratios-1st = 2.375, 2nd = 1.696, 3rd = 1.296, 4th = 1.065, 5th = 0.939, 6th = 0.848
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary Drive Ratios-1.737
Transmission / Drive-6-speed, claw-shifted transmission with separate transmission housing
Chassis
Trail (in.)4.6 inches-
Trail (mm)117 mm-
Frame Type-Four-part frame concept with front frame and three-part rear frame, load-bearing engine-gearbox unit, rear-seat frame removeable for one-up riding
Suspension - Front-46 mm upside-down telescopic forks
Suspension - Rear-Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut, spring preload fully adjustable by hook wrench, adjustable rebound-stage damping
Rake30.5°29.3 °
Trail117 mm / 4.6 in.132 mm / 5.2 in
Wheel Travel - Front-90 mm / 3.5 in
Wheel Travel - Rear-90 mm / 3.5 in
Electrical Systems
InstrumentationHandlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock, dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure light, engine diagnostics readout, LED indicator lights-
Lighting systemHigh beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system (optional)-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)300 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)11.8 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)300 mm-
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)11.8 inches-
Brakes - FrontSingle disc. Optional ABS2X 310mm disc brake, 4-piston Monobloc radial brake caliper
Brakes - RearSingle discSingle 265 mm disc, 2 piston floating caliper
ABS-BMW Motorrad ABS Pro
RimsBlack, 13-Spoke Cast Aluminum-
Rims - Front-2.75 x 19
Rims - Rear-4.00 x 16
Tyres - Front100/90-B19100/90 - R19
Tyres - Rear150/80-B16150/80 - R16
Wheels-Aluminium cast wheels