Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Standard

RM 107,900

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KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Standard

RM 135,800

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Harley-Davidson Sportster S vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of Harley-Davidson Sportster S and KTM 1290 Super Duke R, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Harley-Davidson Sportster S priced at RM 107,900 while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 135,800. Comparing the technical specifications, KTM 1290 Super Duke R engine displacement is 1301 while the Harley-Davidson Sportster S houses a 1250 engine.

Brand	Harley-Davidson Malaysia	KTM Malaysia
Off Road Price*	RM 107,900 Harley-Davidson Sportster S Price	RM 135,800 KTM 1290 Super Duke R Price
Variant	Sportster S Standard	1290 Super Duke R Standard
User Rating	4.55 Sportster S reviews	4.38 1290 Super Duke R reviews
Fuel Type	Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia	Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type	Cruiser Cruiser Motorcycles in Malaysia	Super Sport Super Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option	Electric	Electric
Displacement	1250 cc	1301 cc
Maximum Power	121 hp	174.3 hp

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DP RM 21,600 Installment : RM 1,260 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

DP RM 27,200 Installment : RM 1,586 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

Photo Comparision

Harley-Davidson Sportster S Slant Front View Full Image

Harley-Davidson Sportster S Slant Rear View Full Image

Harley-Davidson Sportster S Front View Full Image

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Harley-Davidson Sportster S Images

KTM 1290 Super Duke R Right Side Viewfull Image

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KTM 1290 Super Duke R Images

User Ratings & Review Comparison

	4.55/5 11 reviews	4.38/5 16 reviews
User Review Comparison	Thrives on unfiltered, raw power The Harley-Davidson Sportster S is quite different from the lineage created by the brand. It is a fusion of raw power and modern tech that... Read More S Stephanie Aug 22, 2025 for Harley-Davidson Sportster S	Usable and fun in a wide range of circumstances I got a chance to test the KTM 1290 Super Duke R against its sibling, and my verdict is definitive. In my opinion, KTM has done a wonderful job in... Read More F faizin Aug 13, 2025 for KTM 1290 Super Duke R

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Unmatchable Performance LED headlights and taillights Cost-effective price point Read More
Things we don't like	--	Fewer choices for design and colour No integrated navigation system No anti-theft-alarm system Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	1250 cc	1301 cc
Maximum Power	121 hp	174.3 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.8 L	18.0 L
Drive Type	Belt Drive	Chain Drive
Exhaust Pipes	Dual Exhaust	2 In 1 Exhaust
Maximum Torque	127 Nm	140 Nm
Engine Type	2 Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled, Engine	Twin Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Spark Ignition Engine, Liquid Cooled
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
No. Of Cylinder	2	2
RPM at Maximum Torque	9000 rpm	--
RPM at Maximum Power	7500 rpm	--
Bore X Stroke	--	108 mm x 71 mm
Emission Control	--	Euro 4
Clutch Type	--	Slipper Clutch, Hydraulically Actuated
Valve Configuration	--	DOHC
Lubrication System	--	Forced Oil Lubrication

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Dimension

Category	Cruiser	Super Sport
Seating Capacity	1	2
Dry Weight	221 kg	195 kg
Wheel Base	--	1482 mm
Seat Height	--	835 mm
Ground Clearance	--	141 mm

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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Ignition System	--	Electronic

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Wheel Size	R16	R17
Rear Tyre	180/70 R16	--
Tyre Type	Radial, Tubeless	Radial, Tubeless
Front Wheel Size	R17	R17
Front Tyre	160/70 R17	--

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	USD Fork	USD Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock	WP Monoshock
Suspension Travel(Rear)	--	156 mm
Suspension Travel(Front)	--	125 mm

Electrical

Battery Voltage

12 V

12 V, 11.2 Ah

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS	Yes	Yes
Pass Switch	Yes	Yes
Side Reflectors	Yes	--
Back Rest	No	No
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Shutter Lock	No	No
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Launch Control	No	Yes
Leg Guards	No	No
Riding Modes	Road Road	Street, Sport, Rain, Track Street, Sport, Rain, Track
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Optional Optional
Central Locking	--	Optional Optional
Advanced Safety Features	--	Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Automatic Turn Indicator Reset, Motor Slip Regulation, Anti-Wheelie Off Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Automatic Turn Indicator Reset, Motor Slip Regulation, Anti-Wheelie Off
Stability Control	--	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	--	Yes
Wheel Lock Front/back	--	No

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Console

Odometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Oil Change Indicator	No	Yes
Display Screen	Yes	Yes
Navigator	No	No
Fuel Gauge	--	Digital Digital
Side Stand Indicator	--	No

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Chassis & Suspension

Side Wings	No	Yes
Seat Type	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Material	Steel Steel	Steel Steel
Chrome Garnish	Yes	No
Body Frame Type	--	Trellis Trellis