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Harley-Davidson Forty Eight vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Harley-Davidson Forty Eight or Harley-Davidson Sportster S? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Forty Eight and Sportster S. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Price starts at Rs.10.07 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Standard and Harley-Davidson Sportster S Price starts at Rs.15.54 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is N/A cylinder, N/A cc Engine can generate N/A power whereas Harley-Davidson Sportster S is a 2 cylinder, 1252 cc Engine can generate 120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of range, Forty Eight provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and Sportster S has a mileage of 20 kmpl (base model). Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is available in 3 colours & 2 variants whereas Harley-Davidson Sportster S is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.

Forty Eight vs Sportster S

Key HighlightsHarley-Davidson Forty EightHarley-Davidson Sportster S
PriceRs.10.07 LakhRs.15.54 Lakh
Engine CapacityN/A1252 cc
PowerN/A120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A km/charge20 kmpl
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Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Standard bike
Harley-Davidson Forty Eight
Standard
Rs. 10.07 Lakh
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Harley-Davidson Sportster S STD bike
Harley-Davidson Sportster S
STD
Rs. 15.54 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Forty Eight specificationsSportster S specifications
    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    11.66 Lakh
    17.78 Lakh
    User Rating
    4.1
    4.6
    Transmission Type
    -
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    -
    11.8 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    -
    1252 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Forty Eight Brakes, Suspension & TyresSportster S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
    Rear Wheel Size
    -
    16
    Wheel Type
    -
    Alloy
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    1
    Front Wheel Size
    -
    17
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    1
    Calliper Type
    -
    Front- 4 Piston Rear- Single Piston Calliper
    Braking System
    -
    Dual Channel ABS
    Front Suspension
    -
    43 mm inverted fork with compression
    Rear Suspension
    -
    Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
    Front Tyre Size
    -
    160/70 - R17
    Rear Tyre Size
    -
    180/70 - R16
    Front Type
    -
    Disc
    Rear Disc/Drum Size
    -
    260 mm
    Rear Type
    -
    Disc
    Tubeless Tyres
    -
    checkYes

    Instrumentation

    Forty Eight InstrumentationSportster S Instrumentation
    Riding Modes Switch
    -
    1
    Fuel level guage
    -
    Digital
    Tachometer
    -
    Digital
    Speedometer
    -
    Digital
    Odometer
    -
    Digital

    Body & Suspension

    Forty Eight Body & SuspensionSportster S Body & Suspension
    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    -
    High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Forty Eight Engine & TransmissionSportster S Engine & Transmission
    Engine Capacity
    -
    1252 cc
    Engine Type
    -
    Revolution® Max 1250T
    No. of Cylinders
    -
    2
    No. of valves per cylinder
    -
    4
    Transmission Type
    -
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    -
    0.144 kwh
    Range
    -
    236 km/charge
    Top Speed
    -
    194 kmph
    Max Torque
    -
    125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
    Max Power
    -
    120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
    Fuelling
    -
    Fuel Injection
    Cooling type
    -
    Liquid Cooled
    Bore x Stroke
    -
    105 mm x 72.3 mm
    Mileage (Claimed)
    -
    20 kmpl
    Number of Gears
    -
    6 Speed

    Comfort & Convenience

    Forty Eight Comfort & ConvenienceSportster S Comfort & Convenience
    Riding Modes
    -
    Sport, Road and Rain
    Low Battery Indicator
    -
    1
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    No
    Console Type
    -
    Digital
    Side Stand Indicator
    -
    No
    Start Type
    -
    Electric Start

    Safety

    Forty Eight SafetySportster S Safety
    Radial Tyres
    -
    1
    Hazard Warning Switch
    -
    1
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    -
    1
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    -
    Dual Channel ABS
    Slipper Clutch
    -
    No

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Forty Eight Dimensions & CapacitySportster S Dimensions & Capacity
    Length
    -
    2270 mm
    Width
    -
    843 mm
    Height
    -
    1089 mm
    Wheelbase
    -
    1520 mm
    Ground Clearance
    -
    90 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    -
    11.8 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    -
    4.49 Litres
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    Cruiser
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    -
    225 kg
    Seat Height
    -
    765 mm

    Entertainment & Communication

    Forty Eight Entertainment & CommunicationSportster S Entertainment & Communication
    MID (Multi Info Display)
    -
    checkYes

    Pros & Cons

    Forty Eight Pros & ConsSportster S Pros & Cons
    Pros
    • Classic Look
    • Comfortable Seating Position
    • High Torque
    Cons
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    Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and Harley-Davidson Sportster S Owner Reviews

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    • Sportster S Review
      • PS
        Praveen Singh
        1 Year ago
        Review for Harley-Davidson Forty Eight
        3.5
        Seating position not good but great road presence
        Likes (1)
      • DR
        Dr Ram Janam
        2 Year ago
        Review for Harley-Davidson Forty Eight
        3.8
        This bike recieved mechanical upgrades to comply with the newest emission norms. The updated, 1,202cc, V-twin cylinder.
        Like
      • 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.
        Like
      • 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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      Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and Harley-Davidson Sportster S FAQs

      What is the on-road price of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight?
      The on-road price of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is Rs. 11.66 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.