Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which has more power?

Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus produces Approximately 18 hp @ 5,250 rpm (estimated based on 350cc AVL engine of the era); Harley-davidson Forty-eight produces 60 hp @ 6,000 rpm. Harley-davidson Forty-eight wins by 42 hp.

Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus Approximately 30-35 km/L (estimated; note: specific Thunderbird Plus figures vary by year and conditions), Harley-davidson Forty-eight 5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus 6.5/10 and Harley-davidson Forty-eight 7.5/10. Harley-davidson Forty-eight scores higher on the overall verdict. Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus caveat: You prioritize reliability over romantic, fuss-prone character. Harley-davidson Forty-eight caveat: You regularly tour or ride beyond 100 miles.

Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus: 18 hp. Harley-davidson Forty-eight: 60 hp.

Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus: 180 kg, 18 hp. Harley-davidson Forty-eight: 253 kg, 60 hp.

Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight

Q: Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which is faster?

Top speed: Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus Approximately 120 km/h (estimated), Harley-davidson Forty-eight 170 km/h. Harley-davidson Forty-eight is the faster of the two.

Q: Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight — which is lighter?

Weight: Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus Approximately 180 kg (wet/curb weight, estimated), Harley-davidson Forty-eight 253 kg (wet/curb weight). Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus is lighter by 73 kg.

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus vs Harley-davidson Forty-eight. Royal Enfield Thunderbird Plus: Approximately 18 hp @ 5,250 rpm (estimated based on 350cc AVL engine of the era) hp, Approximately 180 kg (wet/curb weight, estimated) weight, top speed Approximately 120 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Harley-davidson Forty-eight: 60 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 253 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.