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Last Updated On 30th May'25 : The Harley-Davidson Sportster S is a 1,250cc powerhouse that provides an ultimate cruising experience. It retains the 1,252cc engine, which produces 121 bhp of power and 125 Nm of peak torque. The brand has not made any recent changes to this motorcycle. The 2025 model is priced at Rs 16.49 lakh (ex-showroom) and is available in four color options.
The Harley-Davidson Sportster S is a muscular roadster with a bold stance and wide tyres. Powered by the Revolution Max 1250T engine, it delivers 121 bhp and 125 Nm of torque. The bike features a 4.01-inch colour TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity. While the Sportster S remains unchanged, Harley-Davidson has recently entered the mass-premium segment with the launch of the more affordable X440.
Sportster S Highlights
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What We Like
Powerful 1,250cc engine, strong mid-range torque, refined, Brembo brakes, aggressive & head-turning design.
What We Do Not Like
Stiff ride, long gearbox throws, lacks character of old HD engines, not ideal for rough Indian roads.
Engine
| Engine Capacity | 1252 cc |
| Engine Type | Revolution® Max R1250T |
| Configuration | Twin Cylinder |
| Cooling Type | Liquid Cooled |
Competitor Comparison
| Model | Engine Size | Engine Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hayabusa | 1340 cc | 4 Stroke& Liquid Cooled& DOHC& In Line Four |
| Street Bob | 1923 cc | Milwaukee-Eight 117 Classic |
| Scout Bobber | 1250 cc | Liquid Cooled V-Twin |
| R 1250 R | 1254 cc | Twin Cylinder& Liquid Cooled& DOHC& Boxer Engine |
| Super Sport 950 | 937 cc | Testastretta R1R1°& L-Twin cylinder& 4 valve per cylinder& Desmodromic& liquid cooled |
Power
R120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Sportster S's 120.69 bhp Power is about 5% higher than the segment average of 115.19 bhp.
Power of Sportster S Competitors
| Model | Power |
|---|---|
| Hayabusa | 190 bhp @ 9700 rpm |
| Street Bob | 91 bhp @ 5020 rpm |
| Scout Bobber | 105 bhp |
| R 1250 R | 136 PS @ 7750 rpm |
| Super Sport 950 | 108.62 bhp @ 9000 rpm |
| R NineT Scrambler | R107.28 bhp @ 7250 rpm |
| Nightster | 88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm |
| Speed Twin 1200 | 103.5 bhp @ 7750 rpm |
| 101 Scout | 111 bhp |
| Super Scout | 111 bhp |
Torque
R125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Sportster S's 125 Nm Torque is about 18% higher than the segment average of 106.8 Nm.
Torque of Sportster S Competitors
| Model | Torque |
|---|---|
| Hayabusa | 142 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
| Street Bob | 156 Nm @ 2750 rpm |
| Scout Bobber | 108 Nm @ 6300 rpm |
| R 1250 R | 143 Nm @ 6250 rpm |
| Super Sport 950 | 93 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
| R NineT Scrambler | R1R16 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
| Nightster | 95 Nm @ 5750 rpm |
| Speed Twin 1200 | 112 Nm @ 4250 rpm |
| 101 Scout | 109Nm @ 6300 rpm |
| Super Scout | 109Nm @ 6300 rpm |
Sportster S Mileage
Mileage of Sportster S Competitors
| Model | Mileage |
|---|---|
| 101 Scout | 50 kmpl |
| Super Scout | 50 kmpl |
| Scout Bobber | 25 kmpl |
| R NineT Scrambler | 19.6 kmpl |
| Nightster | 19.6 kmpl |
| Street Bob | 18.18 kmpl |
| Super Sport 950 | 17 kmpl |
| R 1250 R | 15 kmpl |
| Hayabusa | 11 kmpl |
Kerb Weight
225 kg
Sportster S's 225 kg Kerb Weight is close to the segment average of 222.56 kg.
Kerb Weight of Sportster S Competitors
| Model | Kerb Weight (kg) |
|---|---|
| Hayabusa | 266 kg |
| Street Bob | 293 kg |
| Scout Bobber | 246 kg |
| R 1250 R | 239 kg |
| R NineT Scrambler | 223 kg |
| Nightster | 22 kg |
| Speed Twin 1200 | 216 kg |
| 101 Scout | 249 kg |
| Super Scout | 249 kg |
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Harley-Davidson Sportster S Specs & Features
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Harley-Davidson Sportster S Competitors
| Models | Visual Comparison | Engine | Power | Torque | Mileage | Kerb weight | Seat height | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() ₹16.70 Lakh* | 1252 cc | R120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm | R125 Nm @ 6000 rpm | 20 kmpl | 225 kg | 765 mm | ||
| 1250 cc | 111 bhp | 109Nm @ 6300 rpm | 50 kmpl | 249 kg | 680 mm | Sportster S vs Super Scout | ||
| 1250 cc | 111 bhp | 109Nm @ 6300 rpm | 50 kmpl | 249 kg | 680 mm | Sportster S vs 101 Scout | ||
| 1200 cc | 103.5 bhp @ 7750 rpm | 112 Nm @ 4250 rpm | - | 216 kg | 805 mm | Sportster S vs Speed Twin 1200 | ||
| 1250 cc | 105 bhp | 108 Nm @ 6300 rpm | 25 kmpl | 246 kg | 655 mm | Sportster S vs Scout Bobber | ||
| 975 cc | 88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm | 95 Nm @ 5750 rpm | 19.6 kmpl | 22 kg | 705 mm | Sportster S vs Nightster | ||
| 1340 cc | 190 bhp @ 9700 rpm | 142 Nm @ 7000 rpm | 11 kmpl | 266 kg | 800 mm | Sportster S vs Hayabusa | ||
| 937 cc | 108.62 bhp @ 9000 rpm | 93 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 17 kmpl | - | 810 mm | Sportster S vs Super Sport 950 | ||
| 1254 cc | 136 PS @ 7750 rpm | 143 Nm @ 6250 rpm | 15 kmpl | 239 kg | - | Sportster S vs R 1250 R | ||
| 1923 cc | 91 bhp @ 5020 rpm | 156 Nm @ 2750 rpm | 18.18 kmpl | 293 kg | 680 mm | Sportster S vs Street Bob | ||
| 1170 cc | R107.28 bhp @ 7250 rpm | R1R16 Nm @ 6000 rpm | 19.6 kmpl | 223 kg | 820 mm | Sportster S vs R NineT Scrambler |
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