Honda Africa Twin vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Honda Africa Twin or Harley-Davidson Sportster S? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Africa Twin and Sportster S. Honda Africa Twin Price starts at Rs.16.02 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Manual and Harley-Davidson Sportster S Price starts at Rs.15.54 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Honda Africa Twin is 2 cylinder, 1082 cc Engine can generate 97.89 bhp @ 7500 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, Africa Twin provides a mileage of 20.8 kmpl (base model), and Sportster S has a mileage of 20 kmpl (base model). Honda Africa Twin is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas Harley-Davidson Sportster S is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.
Africa Twin vs Sportster S
Key Highlights | Honda Africa Twin | Harley-Davidson Sportster S |
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Price | Rs.16.02 Lakh | Rs.15.54 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1082.96 cc | 1252 cc |
Power | 97.89 bhp @ 7500 rpm | 120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 20.8 kmpl | 20 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Africa Twin specifications | Sportster S specifications | ||
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On Road Price | 18.32 Lakh | 17.78 Lakh | |
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Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24.5 Litres | 11.8 Litres | |
Engine Displacement | 1082.96 cc | 1252 cc |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Africa Twin Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Sportster S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | ||
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Rear Wheel Size | 18 | 16 | |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy | |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | 1 | 1 | |
Front Wheel Size | 21 | 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 | Switchable ABS | Dual Channel ABS | |
Front Suspension | Telescopic | 43 mm inverted fork with compression | |
Rear Suspension | Pro-Link | Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability | |
Front Tyre Size | 90/90 - 21 | 160/70 - R17 | |
Rear Tyre Size | 150/70 - R18 | 180/70 - R16 | |
Front Type | Disc | Disc | |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 256 mm | 260 mm | |
Rear Type | Disc | Disc | |
Tubeless Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Instrumentation
Africa Twin Instrumentation | Sportster S Instrumentation | ||
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Touch Screen Display | 1 | - | |
Riding Modes Switch | 1 | 1 | |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital | |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital | |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital | |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Body & Suspension
Africa Twin Body & Suspension | Sportster S Body & Suspension | ||
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Colors | |||
Images | |||
Frame Type | Semi Double Cradle | High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame |
Engine & Transmission
Africa Twin Engine & Transmission | Sportster S Engine & Transmission | ||
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Engine Capacity | 1082.96 cc | 1252 cc | |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-Valve & Parallel Twin | Revolution® Max 1250T | |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 | |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 | |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | |
Battery Capacity | 0.072 kwh | 0.144 kwh | |
Battery Type | Lithium-ion | - | |
Range | 588 km/charge | 236 km/charge | |
Top Speed | 200 kmph | 194 kmph | |
Max Torque | 103 Nm @ 6000 rpm | 125 Nm @ 6000 rpm | |
Max Power | 97.89 bhp @ 7500 rpm | 120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm | |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | |
Charging Socket | Yes | - | |
Bore x Stroke | 92mm x 81.455 mm | 105 mm x 72.3 mm |
Comfort & Convenience
Africa Twin Comfort & Convenience | Sportster S Comfort & Convenience | ||
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Riding Modes | Tour, Urban, Gravel, Off-Road, User 1 and User 2 | Sport, Road and Rain | |
Low Battery Indicator | 1 | 1 | |
Average Speed Indicator | 1 | - | |
Pillion Footrest | 1 | - | |
Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - | |
Engine Kill Switch | No | - | |
Console Type | Digital | Digital | |
Side Stand Indicator | - | No | |
Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start |
Safety
Africa Twin Safety | Sportster S Safety | ||
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Radial Tyres | - | 1 | |
Hazard Warning Switch | 1 | 1 | |
Hazard Warning Indicator | 1 | 1 | |
Brake Assist | No | - | |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Switchable ABS | Dual Channel ABS | |
Power Modes | Yes | - | |
Slipper Clutch | Multiplate Wet Clutch | No | |
Traction Control System | No | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
Africa Twin Dimensions & Capacity | Sportster S Dimensions & Capacity | ||
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Length | 2307 mm | 2270 mm | |
Width | 963 mm | 843 mm | |
Height | 1523 mm | 1089 mm | |
Wheelbase | 1558 mm | 1520 mm | |
Ground Clearance | 210 mm | 90 mm | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24.5 Litres | 11.8 Litres | |
Engine Oil Capacity | 4.06 Litres | 4.49 Litres | |
Body Type | Adventure | Cruiser | |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 239 kg | 225 kg | |
Seat Height | 810 mm | 765 mm |
Entertainment & Communication
Africa Twin Entertainment & Communication | Sportster S Entertainment & Communication | ||
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MID (Multi Info Display) | Yes | Yes |
Pros & Cons
Africa Twin Pros & Cons | Sportster S Pros & Cons | ||
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Detailed Comparison of Honda Africa Twin and Harley-Davidson Sportster S
Transmission
Honda Africa Twin comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Sportster S comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Honda Africa Twin has a 24.5 Litres fuel tank with 1523 mm seat height. Harley-Davidson Sportster S has 1089 mm seat height and 11.8 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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What is the on-road price of Honda Africa Twin?
The on-road price of Honda Africa Twin is Rs. 18.32 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.