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BMW R NineT Scrambler vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW R NineT Scrambler or Harley-Davidson Sportster S? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R NineT Scrambler and Sportster S. BMW R NineT Scrambler Price starts at Rs.17.25 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Harley-Davidson Sportster S Price starts at Rs.15.54 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. BMW R NineT Scrambler is 2 cylinder, 1170 cc Engine can generate 107.28 bhp @ 7250 rpm power whereas Harley-Davidson Sportster S is a 2 cylinder, 1252 cc Engine can generate 120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R NineT Scrambler provides a mileage of 19.6 kmpl (base model), and Sportster S has a mileage of 20 kmpl (base model). BMW R NineT Scrambler is available in 4 colours & 1 variants whereas Harley-Davidson Sportster S is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.

R NineT Scrambler vs Sportster S

Key HighlightsBMW R NineT ScramblerHarley-Davidson Sportster S
PriceRs.17.25 LakhRs.15.54 Lakh
Engine Capacity1170 cc1252 cc
Power107.28 bhp @ 7250 rpm120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range19.6 kmpl20 kmpl
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BMW R NineT Scrambler STD bike
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Rs. 17.25 Lakh
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Rs. 15.54 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

R NineT Scrambler specificationsSportster S specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
19.73 Lakh
17.78 Lakh
User Rating
3.7
4.6
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 Litres
11.8 Litres
Engine Displacement
1170 cc
1252 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

R NineT Scrambler Brakes, Suspension & TyresSportster S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
17
16
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
1
1
Front Wheel Size
19
17
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
1
1
Calliper Type
Front -4-Piston , Rear-2 Piston Calliper
Front- 4 Piston Rear- Single Piston Calliper
Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Front Suspension
Telescopic forks with 43 mm fixed-tube diameter
43 mm inverted fork with compression
Rear Suspension
Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
Front Tyre Size
120/70 - R19
160/70 - R17
Rear Tyre Size
170/60 - R17
180/70 - R16
Front Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
265 mm
260 mm
Rear Type
Disc
Disc
Tubeless Tyres
checkYes
checkYes

Instrumentation

R NineT Scrambler InstrumentationSportster S Instrumentation
Riding Modes Switch
1
1
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Body & Suspension

R NineT Scrambler Body & SuspensionSportster S Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
Three-section frame consisting of one front and two rear sections
High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame

Engine & Transmission

R NineT Scrambler Engine & TransmissionSportster S Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
1170 cc
1252 cc
Engine Type
Air/oil-cooled 2cylinder&4-stroke boxer engine with 2 camshafts and 4 radially arranged valves per cylinder as well as central counterbalance shaft
Revolution® Max 1250T
No. of Cylinders
2
2
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
0.14 kwh
0.144 kwh
Battery Type
Maintenance Free
-
Range
333 km/charge
236 km/charge
Top Speed
200 kmph
194 kmph
Max Torque
116 Nm @ 6000 rpm
125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Max Power
107.28 bhp @ 7250 rpm
120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Cooling type
Air & Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Charging Socket
checkYes
-
Bore x Stroke
101x73 mm
105 mm x 72.3 mm

Comfort & Convenience

R NineT Scrambler Comfort & ConvenienceSportster S Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
Rain and Road
Sport, Road and Rain
Low Battery Indicator
1
1
Pillion Footrest
1
-
Under Seat Storage
No
No
Engine Kill Switch
checkYes
-
Console Type
Semi-Digital
Digital
Side Stand Indicator
-
No
Start Type
Electric Start
Electric Start

Safety

R NineT Scrambler SafetySportster S Safety
Radial Tyres
1
1
Hazard Warning Switch
1
1
Hazard Warning Indicator
1
1
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Slipper Clutch
Single dry plate clutch& hydraulically operated
No

Dimensions & Capacity

R NineT Scrambler Dimensions & CapacitySportster S Dimensions & Capacity
Length
2175 mm
2270 mm
Width
865 mm
843 mm
Height
1330 mm
1089 mm
Wheelbase
1527 mm
1520 mm
Ground Clearance
177.8 mm
90 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 Litres
11.8 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
4 Litres
4.49 Litres
Body Type
Cafe Racer
Cruiser
Unladden/Kerb Weight
223 kg
225 kg
Seat Height
820 mm
765 mm

Entertainment & Communication

R NineT Scrambler Entertainment & CommunicationSportster S Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)
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checkYes

Pros & Cons

R NineT Scrambler Pros & ConsSportster S Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Looks stunning with a retro-neo design theme
  • Powerful engine with linear delivery
  • Quite nimble on city streets and feels at home even on the highways
Cons
  • Doesn't have too many hi-tech features
  • Slightly expensive to buy and run
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Detailed Comparison of BMW R NineT Scrambler and Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Transmission

BMW R NineT Scrambler comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Sportster S comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

BMW R NineT Scrambler has a 17 Litres fuel tank with 1330 mm seat height. Harley-Davidson Sportster S has 1089 mm seat height and 11.8 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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BMW R NineT Scrambler and Harley-Davidson Sportster S Owner Reviews

  • R NineT Scrambler Review
  • Sportster S Review
    • JS
      Jaswinder Singh
      1 Year ago
      Review for BMW R NineT Scrambler
      3.7
      Comfortable riding position but i don't like exhaust position overall bike is good
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    • ST
      Sachin Thakur
      11 Apr 2024
      Review for Harley-Davidson Sportster S
      5.0
      Package of power and performance excellent acceleration and control Provides a comfortable riding experience. With all these features I can say surely it's an price worth it.
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    • KC
      K Chandan
      6 Month ago
      Review for Harley-Davidson Sportster S
      5.0
      It has a powerful performance and aggressive design
      Likes (1)
    • KS
      Kundan Singh
      8 Month ago
      Review for Harley-Davidson Sportster S
      5.0
      Good looking bike and smooth running on road Good
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    • SR
      Sikander Rao
      2 Year ago
      Review for Harley-Davidson Sportster S
      4.0
      I have test driven every Harley Davidson bike and Sportster S has made a mark on me.Does sound incredible,engine is too smooth and refined.If you have 12 to 13 Lacs budget then this is the bike for you.
      Likes (6)
    • AS
      Ajay Sehgal
      2 Year ago
      Review for Harley-Davidson Sportster S
      4.2
      The best thing that I like is it gets bluetooth and navigations as it comes loaded with top tech electronics.
      Likes (2)
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    BMW R NineT Scrambler and Harley-Davidson Sportster S FAQs

    What is the on-road price of BMW R NineT Scrambler?
    The on-road price of BMW R NineT Scrambler is Rs. 19.73 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of Harley-Davidson Sportster S?
    The on-road price of Harley-Davidson Sportster S is Rs. 17.78 Lakh in New Delhi.