BMW R1200RT vs Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide (2007)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW R1200RTstacks up against the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | BMW R1200RT | Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2007 | 1957 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 1170 cc | 1212 cc |
| Horsepower | 110 hp | 55 hp |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Weight | 229 kg | 267 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 7.1 L | 3.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 4-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 5.00-16 / 5.00-16 |
BMW R1200RT vs Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide — which should you buy?
Picking between the BMW R1200RT and the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW R1200RT brings 110 hp in a 229 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide counters with 55 hp at 267 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: