Detailed comparison of Harley-Davidson Roadster and Harley-Davidson Softail. The ex-showroom price of Harley-Davidson Roadster is ₹ 11,08,945 and Harley-Davidson Softail is ₹ 15,25,000. Harley-Davidson Roadster is available in 3 colours and Harley-Davidson Softail is available in 1 colours. Compare Harley-Davidson Roadster vs Harley-Davidson Softail based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between Roadster and Softail.
| Harley-Davidson Roadster 4.8 out of 5 | Harley-Davidson Softail 4.8 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Harley-Davidson Roadster vs Harley-Davidson Softail Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 1202 cc | 1746 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 20 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
| Transmission | 5 Speed manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 259 kg | 297 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
| Top Speed | N/A | 177 Kmph | - | - |
| Mileage - ARAI | N/A | 18 kmpl | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | N/A | 3.8 litres | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | N/A | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | N/A | 2 Per Cylinder | - | - |
| Ignition | N/A | Digital | - | - |
| Max Power | N/A | 85 bhp @ 5,020 rpm | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | N/A | 297 kg | - | - |
| Riding Range | 250 Km | 237.6 Km | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12.5 litres | 13.2 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet, Multiplate, Assist | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 1202 cc | 1746 cc | - | - |
| Cooling System | Air Cooled | Air Cooled | - | - |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 2 | 4 | - | - |
| Stroke | 96.8 mm | 111 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 88.9 mm | 100 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-IV | BS-VI | - | - |
| Max Torque | 98 Nm @ 4,250 rpm | 144 Nm @ 3,250 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 5 Speed manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 20 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 259 kg | N/A | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2,185 mm | 2,320 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | 841 mm | 865 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1,082 mm | 1,160 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1,505 mm | 1,630 mm | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | 150 mm | 125 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 785 mm | 680 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Tubular | Mild steel, Tubular frame | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Front Tyre Size | 120/70R19 M/C 60V | 100/90 - B19 | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | N/A | 40 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | N/A | 30 psi | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | N/A | 40 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | N/A | 30 psi | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Variable rate spring over 36 mm piston | Coil-over monoshock; 43mm stroke | - | - |
| Front Suspension | 43 mm inverted forks | Dual-bending valve 49 mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | No | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | 150/70R18 M/C 70V | 150/80 - B16 | - | - |
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 18 inch | 16 inch | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 19 inch | 19 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke | - | - |
| Calliper Type | Dual Piston Caliper | Front- 4 Piston, Rear- 2 Piston Calliper | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 260 mm | 292 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 300 mm | 300 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Features |
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| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Additional features | N/A | High beam, 2.14 inch viewable area LCD display | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Under seat storage | N/A | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | N/A | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | N/A | No | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | N/A | No | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | N/A | No | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Turn Signal | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Headlight Type | Halogen And Bulb Type | LED Head Lamp | - | - |
| Battery | Maintenance Free | Maintenance Free | - | - |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Shift Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes | No | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | Yes | No | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | Yes | No | - | - |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | Yes | N/A | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tachometer | Analogue | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | N/A | 2 Year | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | N/A | Unlimited Kilometers | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Vivid Black
Wicked Red
Billiard White
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Vivid Black
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Q: Which bike is better, Harley-Davidson Roadster or Harley-Davidson Softail?
A: According to our expert rating, Harley-Davidson Roadster has a score of 4.8/5 whereas Harley-Davidson Softail scored 4.8/5.
Q: Among Harley-Davidson Roadster and Harley-Davidson Softail, which bike is cheaper?
A: Harley-Davidson Roadster is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Softail . Harley-Davidson Roadster has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 11,08,945 while the ex-showroom price of Harley-Davidson Softail is ₹ 15,25,000.
Q: Apart from Harley-Davidson Roadster and Harley-Davidson Softail, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Harley-Davidson Roadster and Harley-Davidson Softail the other similar alternatives are Triumph Street Twin, Triumph Speed Twin 900, Triumph Bonneville T120 and Triumph Bonneville T100.
