| Attribute | BMW R 850 GS 1999 × | Harley-Davidson Model KHK 1954 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1999 | 1954 |
| Make | BMW | Harley-Davidson |
| Model | BMW R 850 GS | Harley-Davidson Model KHK |
| Category | Enduro / offroad | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke | V2, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | - | Carburettor |
| Engine details | - | Flathead 45 degree engine |
| Displacement (cm³) | 848 | 833 |
| Power (kw) | 51.1 | 27.7 |
| Cooling system | Oil & air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 4-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | - | Hydraulic telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | - | Swing-arm, twin hydraulic shocks |
| Front brakes | - | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | - | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frame type | - | Steel single downtube |
| Front tyre | - | 3.25-19 |
| Rear tyre | - | 3.25-19 |
| Seat | - | Solo seat |
| Wheels | - | Wire spoked |
| Other | ||
| Starter | - | Kick |
| Electrical Voltage (V) | - | 6 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,509 | 1,435 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 225 | 199 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2271 | 0.1388 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 185 | 152 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 25 | 17 |
| Oil capacity (l) | - | 2.8 |