BMW R11 Series 1 vs Ridley Auto-Glide Sport (2009)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW R11 Series 1stacks up against the Ridley Auto-Glide Sport. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | BMW R11 Series 1 | Ridley Auto-Glide Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1930 | 2009 |
| Price | — | $18,900 |
| Engine | 745 cc | 750 cc |
| Horsepower | 18 hp | — |
| Weight | — | 209 kg |
| Seat height | — | 25 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 L | 4.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 3-speed | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | — | Single disc |
| Tires | 3.25-26.00 / 3.25-26.00 | — |
BMW R11 Series 1 vs Ridley Auto-Glide Sport — which should you buy?
Picking between the BMW R11 Series 1 and the Ridley Auto-Glide Sport usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW R11 Series 1 brings 18 hp, while the Ridley Auto-Glide Sport counters with its own power figure at 209 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: