BMW G 650 GS versus Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic FLHTCU

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW G 650 GS

Adventure
Harley-Davidson

Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic FLHTCU

Tourer

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2011 bis 2016
Built von 2015 bis 2016
RRP
RRP
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Pros:
  • light and manoeuvrable
  • uncomplicated
  • favorable consumption
  • solid workmanship
  • enough space for passenger
Pros:
  • relaxed gliding
  • pure V2 feeling
  • Space without end
  • Sound system
  • Drives stoically straight ahead even in storms
  • Case System Series
Cons:
  • radiates little emotion
Cons:
  • big and heavy
  • nothing for beginners
  • nothing for hot showerers

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.477 mm
Length :
2.165 mm
Seat :
780 mm
Weight :
192 kg
Wheelbase: 1.625 mm
Length :
2.600 mm Height : 1.440 mm
Seat :
740 mm
Weight :
386 kg

Engine

Motor type unknown 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5
Motor type unknown 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.690 ccm
Hub: 111 mm
Hole: 98 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Riemen
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min
Tank contents: 14 Litre
Maximum speed: 175 km/h
Performance: 87 HP at 5.010 U/Min
Torque: 138 NM bei 3.750 U/Min
Tank contents: 23 Litre

Chassis

Frame type:
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Frame type:
Double loop (steel)

Brakes

Rear brake
Disk
Front brake
Double disc Rear brake
Disk

Conclusion - what sticks

A bit little technical info in this review, right? Exactly, but that's what the Electra Glide is all about: forget data sheets or performance data. Sit down, enjoy life, forget your worries and just go for a ride without thinking. This is possible on this machine as well as on probably no other bike.
 
We got the test bike from Harley Davidson Kiel for this test. There are almost 100 used Harleys, so a visit to the "Harley dealer of the year 2021" is always worthwhile. And if you are interested in this Ultra Classic - click here for the sales advertisement.
 

Price/availability/colours/years of construction

  • Price: 16.500 €
  • First registration: 05/2009
  • HU: 10/2024
  • Km: 53.639 km
  • Availability: immediately
  • Color: Silver-White ("White Gold / Pewter Silver")