Detailed comparison of Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe and Harley-Davidson Sportster S. The ex-showroom price of Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe is ₹ 18,65,000 and Harley-Davidson Sportster S is ₹ 16,52,933. Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe is available in 5 colours and Harley-Davidson Sportster S is available in 3 colours. Compare Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between Softail Deluxe and Sportster S.
| Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe 4.7 out of 5 | Harley-Davidson Sportster S 4.7 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 1745 cc | 1252 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 15 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 318 kg | 228 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Max Power | N/A | 120.69 bhp @ 7,500 rpm | - | - |
| Top Speed | N/A | 194 Kmph | - | - |
| Mileage - ARAI | N/A | 20 kmpl | - | - |
| Riding Range | N/A | 236 Km | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | N/A | 1.7 litres | - | - |
| Clutch | N/A | Wet Multiplate | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | N/A | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Cooling System | N/A | Liquid Cooled | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | N/A | 2 Per Cylinder | - | - |
| Ignition | N/A | Digital | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | N/A | 4 | - | - |
| Cylinders | N/A | 2 | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 1745 cc | 1252 cc | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19.1 litres | 11.8 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Belt Drive | - | - |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 | - | - |
| Stroke | 111.1 mm | 72.3 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 100 mm | 105 mm | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-IV | BS-VI | - | - |
| Max Torque | 144 Nm @ 3,000 rpm | 125 Nm @ 6,000 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 15 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 318 kg | 228 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2,405 mm | 2,270 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1,635 mm | 1,520 mm | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | 115 mm | 90 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 675 mm | 753 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | N/A | 843 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | N/A | 1,089 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | N/A | High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | N/A | Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability | - | - |
| Front Suspension | N/A | 43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | N/A | 42 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | N/A | 36 psi | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | N/A | 42 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | N/A | 36 psi | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | N/A | 260 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | N/A | 320 mm | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | MU85B16 77H | 180/70 - R16 | - | - |
| Front Tyre Size | MT90B16 72H | 160/70 - TR17 | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 16 inch | 16 inch | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 16 inch | 17 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy | - | - |
| Calliper Type | Front-4 Piston Rear-Dual Piston Calliper | Front- 4 Piston Rear- Single Piston Calliper | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Features |
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| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Shift Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Battery | Maintenance Free | Maintenance Free | - | - |
| Headlight Type | LED Headlamp | LED Head Lamp | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED Taillamp | LED Tail Lamp | - | - |
| Turn Signal | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| USB charging port | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Front storage box | N/A | No | - | - |
| Under seat storage | N/A | No | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Additional features | N/A | Cruise Control, Ride Modes | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | No | No | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | No | No | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | No | 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 | No | No | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Analogue | 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
Rawhide
Wicked Red / Twisted Cherry
Midnight Blue / Barracuda Silver
Scorched Orange / Black Denim
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Vivid Black
Midnight Crimson
Stone Washed White Pearl
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Q: Which bike is better, Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe or Harley-Davidson Sportster S?
A: According to our expert rating, Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe has a score of 4.7/5 whereas Harley-Davidson Sportster S scored 4.7/5.
Q: Among Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe and Harley-Davidson Sportster S, which bike is cheaper?
A: Harley-Davidson Sportster S is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe . Harley-Davidson Sportster S has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 16,52,933 while the ex-showroom price of Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe is ₹ 18,65,000.
Q: Apart from Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe and Harley-Davidson Sportster S, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe and Harley-Davidson Sportster S the other similar alternatives are Harley-Davidson Low Rider, Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider, Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster and Triumph Bonneville Bobber.
