Harley-Davidson Model J L20T vs KTM 1050 Adventure (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson Model J L20Tstacks up against the KTM 1050 Adventure. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson Model J L20TKTM 1050 Adventure
Model year19202016
Price
Engine1000 cc1050 cc
Horsepower95 hp
Weight212 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity6.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Bremo
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Bremo.

Harley-Davidson Model J L20T vs KTM 1050 Adventure — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson Model J L20T and the KTM 1050 Adventure usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson Model J L20T brings its published horsepower, while the KTM 1050 Adventure counters with 95 hp at 212 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: