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Harley-Davidson Forty Eight vs BMW F 850 GS Adventure

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Harley-Davidson Forty Eight or BMW F 850 GS Adventure? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Forty Eight and F 850 GS Adventure. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Price starts at Rs.N/A (ex-showroom) for Standard and BMW F 850 GS Adventure Price starts at Rs.13.75 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pro. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is 2 cylinder, 1202 cc Engine can generate 66.61 PS @ 6000 rpm power whereas BMW F 850 GS Adventure is a 2 cylinder, 853 cc Engine can generate 93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Forty Eight provides a mileage of 18 Kmpl kmpl (base model), and F 850 GS Adventure has a mileage of 24.4 kmpl (base model). Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is available in 3 colours & 2 variants whereas BMW F 850 GS Adventure is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.

Forty Eight vs F 850 GS Adventure

Key HighlightsHarley-Davidson Forty EightBMW F 850 GS Adventure
PriceRs.N/ARs.13.75 Lakh
Engine Capacity1202 cc853 cc
Power66.61 PS @ 6000 rpm93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm
Mileage/Range20 kmpl24.4 kmpl
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Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Standard bike
Standard
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Pro
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
N/A
15.73 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
3.6
4.0
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
7.9 Litres
23 Litres
Engine Displacement
1202 cc
853 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type
-
disc brakes
Front Disc Size
-
305
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
36 psi
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Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
36 psi
36
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
32
Front Wheel Size
16 inch
21
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
40 psi
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Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
40 psi
42
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
36
Rear Wheel Size
16 inch
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Spoke
Front Suspension
49 mm fork set free valve right hand and cartridge style left hand
Upside-dowtelescopifork4mm
Rear Suspension
Variable rate spring over 36mm piston nitrogen gas-charged emulsion style shock with thread style preload adjustment
Cast aluminium dual swing arm& central WAD spring strut&
Front Tyre Size
130/90 - B16
90/90 - 21

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
-
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Touch Screen Display
-
Fuel level guage
7.9
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Gear Indicator
110
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Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
Dual Channel ABS
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Warranty

Basic Warranty
2 Years/Unlimited kms
3 Years or Unlimited km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Mild Steel Tubular Frame
Bridge-type frame& steel shell construction

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 4 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Ignition
CDI
-
Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
1202 cc
853 cc
Engine Type
Air-cooled V-twin Evolution engine
-
No. of Cylinders
2
2
No. of valves per cylinder
2
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Type
-
Maintenance Free
Charging Time
V-Twin
-
Fast Charging
Mild Steel Tubular Frame
-
Top Speed
177 kmph
197 kmph
Bore x Stroke
-
84 mm x 77 mm
Charging Socket
-
Configuration
V-Twin
12.7 : 1

Comfort & Convenience

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

Safety

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

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2165 mm
2300 mm
Width
835 mm
939 mm
Height
1100 mm
1437 mm
Wheelbase
1495 mm
1593 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
250 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
7.9 Litres
23 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
Air-cooled V-twin Evolution engine Litres
3 Litres
Body Type
Cruiser
Adventure
Seat Height
710 mm
860 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
252 kg
248 kg

Entertainment & Communication

MID (Multi Info Display)
20
-

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Classic Look
  • Comfortable Seating Position
  • High Torque
Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and BMW F 850 GS Adventure

Safety

Forty Eight comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . F 850 GS Adventure has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System.

Comfort & Convenience

Harley-Davidson Forty Eight has features like Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator and BMW F 850 GS Adventure, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

Transmission

Harley-Davidson Forty Eight comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and F 850 GS Adventure comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Harley-Davidson Forty Eight has a 7.9 Litres fuel tank with 1100 mm seat height. BMW F 850 GS Adventure has 1437 mm seat height and 23 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and BMW F 850 GS Adventure Owner Reviews

  • Forty Eight Review
  • F 850 GS Adventure Review
    • PS
      Praveen Singh
      2 Year ago
      3.5
      Seating position not good but great road presence
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    • DR
      Dr Ram Janam
      3 Year ago
      3.8
      This bike recieved mechanical upgrades to comply with the newest emission norms. The updated, 1,202cc, V-twin cylinder.
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