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    Harley-Davidson Fat Boy vs BMW R 12

    Should you buy Harley-Davidson Fat Boy or BMW R 12 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Harley-Davidson Fat Boy price in is Rs (ex-showroom price) whereas the BMW R 12 price in is Rs (ex-showroom). The engine in the Fat Boy makes 104.69 PS and 168 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of R 12 stand at 96.31 PS and 110 Nm respectively. Harley-Davidson offers the Fat Boy in 4 colours whereas the BMW R 12 comes in 3 colours. Out of 1 user reviews, R 12 scores 4.0 whereas the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy tallies 5.0 out of 5 based on 1 user reviews..The Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Mileage is around 18.18 kmpl, while the BMW R 12 Mileage is around 19.60 kmpl.

    Fat Boy vs R 12

    Key HighlightsFat BoyR 12
    Mileage (Overall)18.18 kmpl19.60 kmpl
    Max Power104.69 PS @ 5020 rpm96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm
    Body TypeCruiser BikesCruiser Bikes
    Engine TypeMilwaukee-Eight® 117 Custom2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine
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    Harley-Davidson Fat Boy vs BMW R 12 Comparison

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          Harley-Davidson Fat Boy
          Harley-Davidson Fat Boy
            Rs28.03 Lakh*
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                BMW R 12
                BMW R 12
                  Rs21.75 Lakh*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.30.89 Lakh onwards
                Rs.24 Lakh onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                18.18 kmpl
                19.60 kmpl
                Max Power
                104.69 PS @ 5020 rpm
                96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm
                User Rating
                5.0
                Based on Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Reviews
                4.0
                Based on BMW R 12 Reviews
                Body Type
                Cruiser Bikes
                EMI Starts₹ 84,575
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                ₹ 65,741
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.61,828
                Fat Boy Insurance
                Rs.51,972
                R 12 Insurance
                ColoursBilliard GrayBlue BurstVivid BlackWhiskey Fire and Vivid BlackView All ColoursAventurin Red MetallicBlack Storm MetallicAvus Silver MetallicView All Colours
                Brochure
                Brochure not available
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                Milwaukee-Eight® 117 Custom
                2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine
                Displacement
                1923 cc
                1170 cc
                No. of Cylinders
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                2
                2
                Cooling System
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                Air Cooled
                Air & Oil Cooled
                Valve Per Cylinder
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                4
                4
                Fuel Supply
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                -
                Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
                Gear Box
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                6 Speed
                6 Speed
                Bore
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                103.5 mm
                101 mm
                Stroke
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                114.3 mm
                73 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                10.3:1
                12.0 :1
                Emission Type
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                bs6-2.0
                bs6-2.0
                Max Torque
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                168 Nm @ 3000 rpm
                110 Nm @ 6000 rpm
                Starting
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
                Features
                Instrument Console
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                Analogue and Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
                -
                Bluetooth
                Navigation
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                Yes
                Call/SMS Alerts
                -
                Yes
                USB Charging PortYesYes
                Keyless Ignition
                -
                Yes
                Speedometer
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                Analogue
                Digital
                Techometer
                Digital
                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Digital
                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Additional Features Of Variant
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                Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Hand Controls, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System, Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System,Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System
                Gear Shift Assistant Pro,Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Electronic Immobilizer, ABS Pro
                Seat Type
                Split
                Single
                Body Graphics
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                Yes
                ClockYesYes
                Passenger Footrest
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                YesYes
                Distance to Empty Indicator
                -
                Yes
                Features and Safety
                Switchable ABSYes
                -
                Service Due Indicator
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                Yes
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Riding ModesYesYes
                Traction ControlYesYes
                Quick Shifter
                -
                Yes
                Additional Features
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                Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Hand Controls, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System, Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System,Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System
                Gear Shift Assistant Pro,Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Electronic Immobilizer, ABS Pro
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                18.18 kmpl
                19.60 kmpl
                Top Speed
                177 kmph
                203 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Capacity
                18.9 L
                14 L
                Width
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                965 mm
                830 mm
                Length
                2365 mm
                2200 mm
                Height
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                1110 mm
                Fuel Reserve
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                3.5 L
                Saddle Height
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                675 mm
                753 mm
                Ground Clearance
                125 mm
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                Wheelbase
                1650 mm
                1520 mm
                Dry Weight
                304 kg
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                Kerb Weight
                315 kg
                227 kg
                Total Weight
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                430 kg
                Load Carrying Capacity
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                202 kg
                Engine Oil
                4.7 L
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                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Turn Signal Lamp
                LED
                LED
                DRLs
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                Yes
                LED TaillightsYes
                -
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance to Empty Indicator
                -
                Yes
                Alternator
                -
                Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W
                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Diameter
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                310 mm
                Rear Brake Diameter
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                265 mm
                Tyre Brand
                Michelin
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                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                36 psi
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                -
                36 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                42 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                -
                42 psi
                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Stiffer Frame
                Tubular space frame

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • Fat Boy
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                  nitin on Sep 12, 2025
                  5.0
                  Harle davidson bike is do
                  Harle davidson bike is do beautiful and gorgeous looking. Harle davidson company in old but the bike is very beautiful. Their quality is on the top of the world in the bikes . The harle davidson bike riding is my dream. And the company is very top of the table. So the all world knows the one name is in the bikes that is harle davidson
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                  hemanth on Oct 28, 2024
                  4.0
                  Beautiful bike
                  Banger bike next level performance with retro looks, best in the segment and loved my every age group, nice and beautiful.
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                FAQs on Harley-Davidson Fat Boy and BMW R 12

                Q) Which bike is better Harley-Davidson Fat Boy or BMW R 12?

                A) As per our average user rating, Harley-Davidson Fat Boy has a score of 5.0/5 while BMW R 12 has rate of 4.0 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Harley-Davidson Fat Boy and BMW R 12 is cheaper?

                A) Harley-Davidson Fat Boy price starts at Rs 28.03 Lakh & BMW R 12 price starts at Rs 21.75 Lakh in Delhi . BMW R 12 is cheaper between these.
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