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All Bikes/Compare/Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec

Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec. Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible: 75 hp @ 5,000 rpm (note: Harley-Davidson rates this engine primarily by torque; HP figure is an estimate based on dyno data) hp, 363 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated, note: Harley-Davidson does not officially publish top speed figures), Motoryk rating 7.2/10. Yamaha Bolt R-spec: 54 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 252 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Horsepower (hp)
75 hp
54 hp
Torque (Nm)
149 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
363 kg
252 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
75 hp @ 5,000 rpm (note: Harley-Davidson rates this engine primarily by torque; HP figure is an estimate based on dyno data)
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
149 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
80 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated, note: Harley-Davidson does not officially publish top speed figures)
175 km/h (estimated)
Weight
363 kg (wet/curb weight)
252 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L) — estimated real-world average
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible
Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible
7.2/10

"A genuinely versatile cruiser worth buying only at the right price."

Pros
+Twin Cam 110 genuine torque
+Convertible system actually works
+CVO finish is exceptional
Cons
Punishing heat in traffic
Soft suspension limits spirited riding
CVO parts are expensive
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
7.8/10

"A genuinely rewarding urban cruiser that rewards patient, style-conscious riders."

Pros
+Bulletproof reliability record
+Strong resale value retention
+Gorgeous factory finish quality
Cons
Seat punishes longer rides
Suspension undersprung for heavier riders
No wind protection whatsoever

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