Buell XB12XP Police vs Harley-Davidson Model JD (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Buell XB12XP Policestacks up against the Harley-Davidson Model JD. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBuell XB12XP PoliceHarley-Davidson Model JD
Model year20101929
Price
Engine1203 cc1208 cc
Horsepower103 hp
Torque114 Nm
Weight218 kg190 kg
Fuel capacity4.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 3-26 / 3-23

Buell XB12XP Police vs Harley-Davidson Model JD — which should you buy?

Picking between the Buell XB12XP Police and the Harley-Davidson Model JD usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Buell XB12XP Police brings 103 hp in a 218 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson Model JD counters with its own power figure at 190 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: