Honda VT 1100 C vs Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution (1990)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VT 1100 Cstacks up against the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VT 1100 CHarley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution
Model year19901987
Price
Engine1099 cc1101 cc
Horsepower67 hp50 hp
Fuel capacity3.4 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed4-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc
Tires110/90-19 / 170/80-15 MJ 90-19 / MT 90-16

Honda VT 1100 C vs Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VT 1100 C and the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VT 1100 C brings 67 hp, while the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 1100 Evolution counters with 50 hp.

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: