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Harley-Davidson Sportster S vs Honda Africa Twin

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Harley-Davidson Sportster S or Honda Africa Twin? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Sportster S and Africa Twin. Harley-Davidson Sportster S Price starts at Rs.16.70 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Honda Africa Twin Price starts at Rs.16.02 Lakh (ex-showroom) for MT. Harley-Davidson Sportster S is 2 cylinder, 1252 cc Engine can generate 120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm power whereas Honda Africa Twin is a 2 cylinder, 1082 cc Engine can generate 97.89 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Sportster S provides a mileage of 20 kmpl (base model), and Africa Twin has a mileage of 20.8 kmpl (base model). Harley-Davidson Sportster S is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas Honda Africa Twin is available in 1 colours & 2 variants.

Sportster S vs Africa Twin

Key HighlightsHarley-Davidson Sportster SHonda Africa Twin
PriceRs.16.70 LakhRs.16.02 Lakh
Engine Capacity1252 cc1082 cc
Power120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm97.89 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range20 kmpl20.8 kmpl
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Harley-Davidson Sportster S STD bike
Harley-Davidson Sportster S
STD
Rs. 16.70 Lakh
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Honda Africa Twin
MT
Rs. 16.02 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    19.10 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    18.32 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.6
    3.7
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11.8 Litres
    24.5 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    1252 cc
    1082 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    320
    310
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    36
    32
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    36
    29
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    21
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    42
    41
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    42
    36
    Rear Wheel Size
    16
    18
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Spoke
    Front Suspension
    4minverteforwitcompression
    Telescopic
    Rear Suspension
    Linkage-mounted& piggyback moNoshock with compression& rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
    Pro-Link
    Front Tyre Size
    160/70 - R17
    90/90 - 21

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    check
    Fuel level guage
    check
    check
    Gear Indicator
    check
    check
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    2 Years or Unlimited km
    2 Years or 32000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame
    Semi Double Cradle

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Spark Plugs
    2 Per Cylinder
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    1252 cc
    1082 cc
    Engine Type
    Revolution® Max 1250T
    Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-Valve & Parallel Twin
    No. of Cylinders
    2
    2
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    8
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.144 kwh
    0.072 kwh
    Battery Type
    -
    Lithium-ion
    Top Speed
    194 kmph
    200 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    105 mm x 72.3 mm
    92 mm x 81.45 mm
    Charging Socket
    -
    check
    Configuration
    Twin Cylinder
    Twin Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    check
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    check
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    Riding Modes
    3
    4
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    check
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    check
    check
    Radial Tyres
    check
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    3
    4
    Slipper Clutch
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Wet Multiplate
    Traction Control System
    check
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2270 mm
    2307 mm
    Width
    843 mm
    963 mm
    Height
    1089 mm
    1523 mm
    Wheelbase
    1520 mm
    1558 mm
    Ground Clearance
    90 mm
    210 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11.8 Litres
    24.5 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    4.49 Litres
    4.06 Litres
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    Adventure
    Seat Height
    765 mm
    810 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    225 kg
    239 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check
    check

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Aggresively priced
    • DCT gearbox is quite beneficial
    • Engine offers strong mide range
    Cons
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    Detailed Comparison of Harley-Davidson Sportster S and Honda Africa Twin

    Safety

    Sportster S comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. Africa Twin has Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Traction Control System, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Harley-Davidson Sportster S has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port and Honda Africa Twin, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

    Transmission

    Harley-Davidson Sportster S comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Africa Twin comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Harley-Davidson Sportster S has a 11.8 Litres fuel tank with 1089 mm seat height. Honda Africa Twin has 1523 mm seat height and 24.5 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Harley-Davidson Sportster S and Honda Africa Twin Owner Reviews

    • Sportster S Review
    • Africa Twin Review
      • SO
        Sumeet Oram
        5 Month ago
        4.4
        Perfect for both touring and city rides, this bike is made for true biking enthusiasts. It gives you a powerful, thrilling feel almost like riding with the spirit of Ghost Rider. I genuinely recommend going for this beast of a machine.
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      • ST
        Sachin Thakur
        2 Year ago
        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.
        Likes (1)
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      • KC
        K Chandan
        2 Year ago
        5.0
        It has a powerful performance and aggressive design
        Likes (1)
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      • KS
        Kundan Singh
        2 Year ago
        5.0
        Good looking bike and smooth running on road Good
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      • SR
        Sikander Rao
        3 Year ago
        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.
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