| Attribute | BMW K 1200 RS 2000 × | Harley-Davidson XL 1200 C Sportster Custom 2000 × |
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| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2000 | 2000 |
| Make | BMW | Harley-Davidson |
| Model | BMW K 1200 RS | Harley-Davidson XL 1200 C Sportster Custom |
| Category | Sport touring | Custom / cruiser |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | V2, four-stroke |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1,171 | 1,199 |
| Power (kw) | 94.9 | 42.3 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | - | Belt |
| Torque (Nm) | 117 | 87 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Other | ||
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| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,555 | 1,524 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 264 | 245 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3595 | 0.1727 |
| Seat height (mm) | 770 | 700 |
| Alternate seat height | 800 | - |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 225 | 175 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 20.5 | 16.7 |