Harley-Davidson Forty Eight vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Harley-Davidson Forty Eight or Triumph Speed Twin 1200? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Forty Eight and Speed Twin 1200. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Price starts at Rs.N/A (ex-showroom) for Standard and Triumph Speed Twin 1200 Price starts at Rs.12.75 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is 2 cylinder, 1202 cc Engine can generate 66.61 PS @ 6000 rpm power whereas Triumph Speed Twin 1200 is a N/A cylinder, 1200 cc Engine can generate 103.5 bhp @ 7750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Forty Eight provides a mileage of 18 Kmpl kmpl (base model), and Speed Twin 1200 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is available in 3 colours & 2 variants whereas Triumph Speed Twin 1200 is available in 3 colours & 2 variants.
Forty Eight vs Speed Twin 1200
Key Highlights | Harley-Davidson Forty Eight | Triumph Speed Twin 1200 |
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Price | Rs.N/A | Rs.12.75 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1202 cc | 1200 cc |
Power | 66.61 PS @ 6000 rpm | 103.5 bhp @ 7750 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 20 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Forty Eight specifications | Speed Twin 1200 specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | N/A | 14.51 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.6 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.9 Litres | - |
Engine Displacement | 1202 cc | 1200 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Forty Eight Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Speed Twin 1200 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | - |
Front Disc Size | - | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | 36 psi | 43mm USD Marzocchi forks& 120mm travel |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 psi | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 psi | - |
Front Wheel Size | 16 inch | 120/70 R17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | 40 psi | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 40 psi | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 psi | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 16 inch | 160/60 R17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | 49 mm fork set free valve right hand and cartridge style left hand | 43mm USD Marzocchi forks& 120mm travel |
Rear Suspension | Variable rate spring over 36mm piston nitrogen gas-charged emulsion style shock with thread style preload adjustment | Twin Marzocchi RSUs with external reservoirs and adjustable preload& 116 mm wheel travel |
Front Tyre Size | 130/90 - B16 | 120/70 R17 |
Rear Tyre Size | 150/80-B16 | 160/60 R17 |
Instrumentation
Forty Eight Instrumentation | Speed Twin 1200 Instrumentation | |
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Fuel level guage | 7.9 | - |
Gear Indicator | 110 | - |
Tachometer | Analogue | - |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | - |
Exterior
Forty Eight Exterior | Speed Twin 1200 Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Dual Channel ABS | Yes |
Warranty
Forty Eight Warranty | Speed Twin 1200 Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/Unlimited kms | - |
Body & Suspension
Forty Eight Body & Suspension | Speed Twin 1200 Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | - | |
Frame Type | Mild Steel Tubular Frame | Tubular steel& with steel cradles |
Engine & Transmission
Forty Eight Engine & Transmission | Speed Twin 1200 Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 4 Up | - |
Ignition | CDI | - |
Spark Plugs | 2 Per Cylinder | - |
Engine Capacity | 1202 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Type | Air-cooled V-twin Evolution engine | Liquid Cooled Parallel Twin& 8 Valve& SOHC& 2700 Firing Order |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | 2 | 8 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Charging Time | V-Twin | - |
Fast Charging | Mild Steel Tubular Frame | - |
Top Speed | 177 kmph | - |
Bore x Stroke | - | 97.6 mm X 80 mm |
Charging Socket | No | - |
Configuration | V-Twin | - |
Cooling type | Air Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Comfort & Convenience
Forty Eight Comfort & Convenience | Speed Twin 1200 Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | - |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | - |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | - |
Riding Modes | No | 2 |
Service Reminder Indicator | No | - |
Under Seat Storage | No | - |
GPS & Navigation | No | - |
Console Type | Air Cooled | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | - |
Engine Kill Switch | No | - |
Safety
Forty Eight Safety | Speed Twin 1200 Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | - |
Radial Tyres | No | - |
Side Stand Alarm | No | - |
Pass Light | Yes | - |
Pillion Grabrail | No | - |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Dual Channel |
Brake Assist | No | - |
Slipper Clutch | No | Wet& multi-plate& slip |
Traction Control System | No | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
Forty Eight Dimensions & Capacity | Speed Twin 1200 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2165 mm | 2099 mm |
Width | 835 mm | 792 mm |
Height | 1100 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase | 1495 mm | 1413 mm |
Ground Clearance | 110 mm | - |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.9 Litres | - |
Engine Oil Capacity | Air-cooled V-twin Evolution engine Litres | - |
Body Type | Cruiser | Cruiser |
Seat Height | 710 mm | 805 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 252 kg | 216 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
Forty Eight Entertainment & Communication | Speed Twin 1200 Entertainment & Communication | |
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MID (Multi Info Display) | 20 | - |
Pros & Cons
Forty Eight Pros & Cons | Speed Twin 1200 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and Triumph Speed Twin 1200
Safety
Forty Eight comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Speed Twin 1200 has Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
Harley-Davidson Forty Eight has features like Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator and Triumph Speed Twin 1200, on the other hand, has USB Charger Port.
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What is the on-road price of Triumph Speed Twin 1200?
The on-road price of Triumph Speed Twin 1200 is Rs. 14.51 Lakh in New Delhi.