Harley-davidson Sportster S vs Ducati Xdiavel
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Harley-davidson Sportster S vs Ducati Xdiavel. Harley-davidson Sportster S: 121 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h (estimated; Harley-Davidson does not publish an official figure), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Ducati Xdiavel: 156 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 236 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 225 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Harley-davidson Sportster S
Ducati Xdiavel
Horsepower (hp)
121 hp
156 hp
Torque (Nm)
127 Nm
129 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
225 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
236 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
121 hp @ 7,500 rpm
156 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
127 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
129 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h (estimated; Harley-Davidson does not publish an official figure)
225 km/h
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
236 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Harley-davidson Sportster S
7.5/10
"The most exciting Harley in decades, but buy one carefully."
Pros
+Revolution Max engine is exceptional
+Handles nothing like old Sportsters
+Strong used value proposition
Cons
−Ergonomics punish taller riders
−Early battery and software gremlins
−Limited aftermarket compared to others
Ducati Xdiavel
8.0/10
"The best power cruiser available, if your wallet survives ownership."
Pros
+Engine is absolutely sensational
+Surprisingly capable through corners
+Aggressive, distinctive visual presence
Cons
−Valve service costs hurt badly
−Long-distance comfort disappoints
−Service history gaps are common
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