Harley-Davidson VRSCSE Screamin Eagle V-Rod vs Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Custom (2007)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson VRSCSE Screamin Eagle V-Rodstacks up against the Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Custom. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Harley-Davidson VRSCSE Screamin Eagle V-Rod
Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Custom
Spec comparison
| Spec | Harley-Davidson VRSCSE Screamin Eagle V-Rod | Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Custom |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2006 | 2007 |
| Price | $26,495 | $9,695 |
| Engine | 1180 cc | 1200 cc |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Weight | 298 kg | 255 kg |
| Seat height | — | 28 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 L | 4.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Single disc. Dual-piston |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Single-piston |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR19 / 240/40-R18 | 100/90-H19 / 150/80-B16 |
Harley-Davidson VRSCSE Screamin Eagle V-Rod vs Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Custom — which should you buy?
Picking between the Harley-Davidson VRSCSE Screamin Eagle V-Rod and the Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Custom usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson VRSCSE Screamin Eagle V-Rod brings its published horsepower in a 298 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Custom counters with its own power figure at 255 kg. On price, the Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Custom has the lower MSRP.
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: