BMW R 12 Nine T vs Harley-Davidson Nightster Special
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Overview
| Specs Score | 73 / 100 Better Specs | 66 / 100 |
General
| Model | R 12 Nine T | Nightster Special |
| Type | Cafe Racer | Cruiser |
| Colors | Black Storm Metallic, San Remo Green Metallic | Billiard Gray, Black Denim, Baja Orange, Red Rock |
| Automotive Battery Details | 12 V / 10 Ah, Maintenance-Free | |
| Warranty Details | 3 years | 2 years, Unlimited Kms |
Engine and Transmission Details
| Engine Type | 2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine | Revolution Max 975T |
| Engine Displacement | 1170 cc | 975 cc |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Valves/Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Valve Configuration | DOHC | DOHC |
| Maximum Power | 107.51 bhp @ 7000rpm | 87.78 bhp @ 7500rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 115 Nm @ 65000rpm | 95 Nm @ 5750rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Supply System | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) | |
| Start Type | Self | Self |
| Cooling System | Air Cooled, Oil Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
| Bore | 101 mm | 97 mm |
| Stroke | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.0 : 1 | 12:1 |
| Gear Box | 6 Speed Manual Gear Box | 6 Speed Manual Gear Box |
| Drive Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive |
| Clutch Type | Single-disc Dry Clutch, Hydraulically Operated | |
| Exhaust System | 2-into-1; Catalyst In Header | |
| Alternator | Permanent Magnet Alternator with 660 W (Nominal Power) |
Performance Details
| Top Speed | 215 km/h | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 L | 11.7 L |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 3.5 L | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| ARAI Certified Mileage | 19.6 km/L | 18.18 km/L |
| Emission Norm Compliance | Bharat Stage VI Phase 2 (BS VI 2.0) | Bharat Stage VI Phase 2 (BS VI 2.0) |
Suspension and Braking Details
| Front Suspension | Upside-down Fork, Diameter 45mm, Spring Pre-load Adjustable, Rebound and Compression Adjustable | 41mm Showa Dual Bending Valve Forks. Aluminum Fork Triple Clamps. |
| Rear Suspension | Cast Aluminium Single-sided Swing Arm with Paralever Brace, Central Progressive Spring Strut, Spring Pre-load Adjustable, Rebound Damping Adjustable | Rear Suspension is Dual Outboard, Direct-acting (No Linkage) Emulsion Technology Shock Absorbers with Coil Springs and a Threaded Collar for Pre-load Adjustment. |
| Brake Type | Double Disc (Front), Disc (Rear) | Disc (Front), Disc (Rear) |
| Brake Size | 310 mm (Front), 265 mm (Rear) | |
| Rake Angle | 30 ° | |
| Trail | 137 mm | |
| Caliper Front | 4-piston Monobloc Radial Brake Caliper | Axially Mounted, 4-piston Caliper |
| Caliper Rear | 2-piston Floating Caliper | Floating, Single Piston Caliper |
| Frame Details | Tubular Space Frame | |
| Suspension And Braking Features | Castor- 110.7mm |
Body Design Details
| Kerb Weight | 220 kg | 216 kg |
| Length | 2130 mm | 2265 mm |
| Width | 870 mm | |
| Height | 1070 mm | |
| Ground Clearance | 120 mm | |
| Wheel Base | 1511 mm | 1545 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 2 Seater | 2 Seater |
| Seat Height | 795 mm | 715 mm |
| Wheel Design | Alloy Wheel | Alloy Wheel |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series Bias Blackwall |
| Tyre Size Front | 120/70 ZR17 | 100/90-19 57H |
| Tyre Size Rear | 180/55 ZR17 | 150/80B16 77H |
| Wheel Size Front | 3.50 x 17" | |
| Wheel Size Rear | 5.50 x 17'' |
Comfort and Convenience Details
| Keyless Start | Yes | |
| Ride Modes | Rain, Road, Dynamic | |
| Power Outlet 12V | Yes | |
| USB Charging Port | Yes | Yes |
| Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Side Stand | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Footrest | Yes | Yes |
| Extra Features | Chrome-Plated Header, On-Board Computer, Clutch Lever Adjustable, Handbrake Lever Adjustable, Keyless Ride | Windscreen |
Safety Features
| Anti Lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes, BMW Motorrad Integral ABS | Yes, Dual Channel |
| Braking System | Partial Integral Brake System | |
| Traction Control | Yes, BMW Motorrad DTC | Yes |
| Side Stand Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Side Stand Cut Off Switch | Yes | |
| Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Slide Control | Yes, Drag-torque Slip Control System (DSCS) | |
| Engine Brake Control | Yes, Dynamic Engine Brake Control | |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Yes | |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | |
| Extra Features | Electronic Immobilizer | Drag-torque Slip Control System (DSCS) |
Lights and Indicators
| Headlamps | LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) | Yes, LED DRLs | Yes, LED DRLs |
| Tail Lights | LED | LED |
| Brake Lights | LED | LED |
| Gear Position Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Tachometer | Analog | Digital |
| Speedometer | Analog | Digital |
| Fuel Meter | Digital | |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital |
| Tripmeter | Yes | Yes |
| Turn Indicator Type | LED | LED |
| Fuel Consumption Indicator | Yes | |
| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
| Clock | Yes | Yes |
| Distance To Empty Indicator | Yes | |
| Additional Features | Coolant Temperature Alert, ABS alert, Fog Lamp Indication, Battery Voltage Alert, High Beam Indicator, Low Fuel Indication, Rear-ABS Disabled Indication, Failure-Indication Alert, Neutral Position Indication, Low Tire Pressure indication, Check Engine Light indication, Oil Pressure Alert, Service Indication |
Instrument Cluster Details
| Instrument Cluster | Semi Digital | 4 inches, Digital |
| Display Type | TFT Display |
Connected Technology
| Connected Tech | No | Yes |
| App To Bike Connectivity | Yes | |
| Bluetooth | Yes | |
| Low Battery Alert | Yes | |
| Call Alert | Yes | |
| SMS Alert | Yes |
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