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R nineT vs Forty-Eight

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BMW R nineT
Ex-showroom

₹1,665,000 - ₹2,400,000

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Harley Davidson Forty-Eight
Ex-showroom

₹632,000 - ₹1,879,000

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Value check

Start with price: BMW R nineT at ₹1,665,000 - ₹2,400,000; Harley Davidson Forty-Eight at ₹632,000 - ₹1,879,000.

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Powertrain

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Starting Price

Different

BMW R nineT

₹1,665,000 - ₹2,400,000

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

₹632,000 - ₹1,879,000

Power

Different

BMW R nineT

109 HP @ 7250 rpm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

66 HP @ 6000 rpm

Torque

Different

BMW R nineT

116 Nm @ 6000 rpm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

96 Nm @ 3500 rpm

Mileage / Range

Different

BMW R nineT

BMW R nineT mileage is 19.60 kmpl (approximate).

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight mileage is 19.2 kmpl (company-claimed).

Length

BMW R nineT

2105 mm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

2165 mm

Width

BMW R nineT

865 mm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

820 mm

Ground Clearance

BMW R nineT

177.8 mm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

110 mm

Images

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BMW R nineT

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Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

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Detailed Specifications

Compare 108 technical specs across 6 categories with 45 highlighted differences.

Total specs

108

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Differences found

45

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Other Features

31 differences in this category

Other Features
83 visible specs
31 differences

Showing all specs in Other Features, with changed values marked.

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

120 mm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

2

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

2

Compression Ratio

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

12.0:1

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

9:1

Alternator

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Three-Phase Alternator with 720 Watt Nominal Power

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Turn Signal Light (Rear)

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

LED

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Yes

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Yes

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Yes

ABS

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

BMW Motorrad ABS Pro

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

0-100 kmph

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

3.5 secs

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Yes

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Yes

Stability

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Automatic Stability Control (ASC)

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Clutch

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

Single Dry Plate Clutch, Hydraulically Operated

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Multiplate Wet

Ride Modes

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Rain & Road

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

No

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Wheel Type

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

Spoke Wheels

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Black, Split 9-Spoke Cast Aluminum w/ Machined Highlights

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

120 mm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Performance

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

In terms of performance, the 1170cc motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.5 seconds (approximate).

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

Naked

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Cruiser

On Road Price

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

BMW R nineT on road price is Rs 21.87 lakh in Delhi, Rs 22.61 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 22.13 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 22.42 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest BMW dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Final Drive

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Shaft Drive

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

BMW R nineT

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight

Battery Type

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

Maintenance-Free

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Maintenance Free

Turn Signal Light (Front)

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

LED

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Yes

Wheelbase

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

1487 mm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

1495 mm

Rear Wheel

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

5.50 x 17"

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

16-inch

Value for Money

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

****

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Yes

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Steering Angle

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

63.2°

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Number of Gears

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

6

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

5

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

177.8 mm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

110 mm

Speedometer

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

Analogue

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Handlebar-Mounted Electronic Speedometer

Inner Leg Curve

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

1785 mm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Top Speed

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

BMW R nineT top speed is 200+ kmph (company-claimed).

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Capacity

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

12Ah

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

12 Ah

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

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

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Mild Steel Tubular Frame

Emission Norms

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

BS6-Compliant

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

BS6-Compliant

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

Available

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Discontinued

Head Light

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

LED with DRL

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Quartz Halogen, 55-Watt Low Beam, 60-Watt High

Heated Grips

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Yes

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Front Wheel

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

3.50 x 17"

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

16-inch

Build Quality

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

*****

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Stroke

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

73 mm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

96.8 mm

Caster

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

107.9 mm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Trip Meter

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

Digital

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Dual Tripmeter

Gearbox Type

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Claw-Shifted Six-Speed Transmission with Helical-Cut Splines

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Design

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

****

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Voltage

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

12V

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

12V

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

Cast Aluminium Single Swinging Arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, Central Spring Strut, Spring Preload Fully Adjustable by Handwheel, Adjustable Rebound-Stage Damping

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Twin Shocks

Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Yes

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

BMW R nineT price is Rs 19 lakh (ex-showroom).

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight price was Rs 13.49 lakh before being discontinued.

Colour Options

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

Black Storm Metallic, Option 719 Aluminium, Night Black Matt/Aluminium Matt, Mineral White Metallic/Aurum

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Vivid Black, Reef Blue, White Sand Pearl

Similar Bikes

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

Triumph Rocket 3 R, BMW R18 Cruiser, Ducati Diavel 1260, Yamaha VMAX, Ducati Panigale V2, Triumph Speed Triple 1200, Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 114, Suzuki Hayabusa, Ducati Hypermotard 950

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster, Harley Davidson Street Bob, Indian Scout, Triumph Bonneville Bobber

Cruise Control

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Yes

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

221 kg

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

252 kg

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

180/55-ZR17

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

150/80-B16 77H

Bore

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

101 mm

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

88.9 mm

Exhaust/Muffler

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

Standard Dual-Flow Exhaust System

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Black, Staggered, Shorty Exhaust with Dual Mufflers

Official Tagline

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Classic, Pure, Passionate

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Tachometer

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Analogue

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Analogue

Emission (Co2)

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

119 g/km

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Tail Light

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

LED

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Braking System

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

46mm Upside-Down Telescopic Forks

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

49mm Telescopic Forks

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Yes

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Maximum Payload

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

209 kg

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Cooling

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

Air/Oil-Cooled

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Air Cooled

Permitted Total Weight

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

430 kg

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Not listed

Front Tyre

Other Features

Different

BMW R nineT

120/70-ZR17

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

130/90-B16 73H

Dry Weight

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

247 kg

RPM/Gear Display

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Yes

Low Battery Indicator

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Yes

Primary drive

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Chain, 38/57 Ratio

Clock

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Digital

Lean Angle, Left (deg.)

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

27 Degree

ABS Light

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Yes

Odometer

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Analogue

Lean Angle, Right (deg.)

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

27 Degree

Trail

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

135 mm

Rake

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

30.2 degree

Security System

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Yes

LED Indicator Lights

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Yes

Gear Ratios

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

1st-9.004, 2nd-6.432, 3rd-4.783, 4th-3.965, 5th-3.4

Low Oil Pressure Light

Other Features

Same

BMW R nineT

Not listed

Harley Davidson Forty-Eight

Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about R nineT vs Forty-Eight

Which is better among BMW R nineT and Harley Davidson Forty-Eight?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare BMW R nineT and Harley Davidson Forty-Eight by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do BMW R nineT and Harley Davidson Forty-Eight prices compare?

Based on the available data, BMW R nineT is listed with ₹1,665,000 - ₹2,400,000, while Harley Davidson Forty-Eight is listed with ₹632,000 - ₹1,879,000. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

Where can I find detailed specifications for BMW R nineT and Harley Davidson Forty-Eight?

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Can I compare similar alternatives to BMW R nineT and Harley Davidson Forty-Eight?

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