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Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Vs BMW R12 nineT comparison

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₹ 26.9 Lakh
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Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Vs BMW R12 nineT Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the Heritage Classic Vs R12 nineT on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which bike to buy in 2026. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these two-wheelers.

Heritage Classic Vs R12 nineT – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the BMW R12 nineT in New Delhi starts at ₹ 22.55 Lakh. On the other hand, Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 26.9 Lakh.

SummaryHarley-Davidson Heritage ClassicBMW R12 nineT
Price₹ 26.9 Lakh₹ 22.55 Lakh
ManufacturerHarley-DavidsonBMW
Body TypeCruiserCruiser
Mileage18.00 KM/L19.60 KM/L
Power 94 HP / 70 kW @ 5020 rpm bhp110.51 bhp
Engine1868.0 CC1170.0 CC
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

Heritage Classic Vs R12 nineT – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the BMW R12 nineT base engine returns 20 KM/L. The Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic base returns 18 KM/L.

Heritage Classic Vs R12 nineT – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the BMW R12 nineT gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type Milwaukee-Eight™ 114Air/oil-cooled Two-cylinder, Four-stroke Boxer Engine With Two
Engine CC 1868.0 CC1170.0 CC
Engine Power 94 HP / 70 KW @ 5020 Rpm110.51
Max Torque 155 Nm115.00
Top Speed 177 kmph215 kmph
No. of Gears 6 Gears6 Gears
Emission Standard BS6 Phase 2BS6
Valves per Cylinder 44
Cooling System Air Cooled Air-/Oil Cooled
Fuel Delivery Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)FI
Starting Mechanism N/ASelf

Dimension and Weight

Length 2415 mm2200 mm
Width 930 mm950 mm
Height 1370 mm1232 mm
Wheelbase 1630 mm1511 mm
Ground Clearance 120 mmN/A
Kerb Weight 330 kg220 kg
Seat Height 680 mm795 mm
Chassis Type Steel Tubular FrameFour-part Frame Concept With Front Frame And Three-part Rear Frame

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity 18.9 L16.0 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity 1.8 LN/A
Mileage 18.00 KM/L19.60 KM/L
Overall Riding Range 340 km313 km

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension 49 Mm Dual-Bending Valve Telescopic Forks With Aluminum Fork Triple ClampsUpside-down Telescopic Fork, Diameter 45 Mm
Rear Suspension Hidden, Free Piston, Coil-Over Monoshock With Hydraulic Preload AdjustmentCast Aluminum Single-sided Swing Arm With Paralever Brace
Front Brake Type DiscDisc
Front Disc/Drum Size 300 mm310 mm
Rear Brake Type DiscDisc
Rear Disc/Drum Size 292 mm265 mm
Tyre Type Tubeless Michelin™ Scorcher 11, Front And RearTubeless
Front Tyre 130/90B16,73H,BW 120/17 R17
Rear Tyre 150/80B16,77H,BW180/55 R17
Wheel Type SpokeAlloy

Standard Features

Instrument ConsoleSemi-Digital (ADigital
OdometerDigitalDigital
SpeedometerAnalogDigital
Fuel GaugeDigitalDigital
Start MechanismElectric StartSelf Start
Hazard Warning IndicatorNoYes
Stand IndicatorNoYes
Tripmeter Countticktick
Tripmeter TypeDigitalDigital
TachometerDigitalDigital
Low Battery IndicatorYesYes
Gear IndicatorNoYes
Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
ClockYesYes
Service Reminder IndicatorYesYes
Pillion Seat TypeStepped SeatSplit Seat
Remote KeyNoNo
Cruise ControlNoNo

Safety Features

Traction ControlYesYes
ABSDual Channel ABDual-Channel
Engine Kill SwitchYesYes
Anti-TheftNoNo

Electricals

Head LightLED HeadlightLED
Tail LightLED HeadlightLED
Turn Signal LampYesYes
DRLsYesYes
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)NoYes
Hazard Warning IndicatorNoYes

Advanced Features

Mobile Phone ConnectivityNoNo
Bluetooth ConnectivityNoNo
Call/SMS AlertsNoNo
GPS & NavigationNoNo
USB Charging PortNoNo
SOSNoNo

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery WarrantyNo2 Years
Standard Vehicle WarrantyNo5 Years

Additonal Features

Key Features

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