Harley-Davidson SX 175 vs Honda CL 175 (1977)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson SX 175stacks up against the Honda CL 175. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson SX 175Honda CL 175
Model year19771972
Price
Engine174 cc174 cc
Horsepower17 hp19 hp
Weight129 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.8 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.00-19 / 3.50-18 2.75-18. / 3.25-18.

Harley-Davidson SX 175 vs Honda CL 175 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson SX 175 and the Honda CL 175 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson SX 175 brings 17 hp, while the Honda CL 175 counters with 19 hp at 129 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: