Harley-Davidson Sportster S 2025: a motorcycle that breaks the limits!
We were eagerly waiting for it, and now it’s here: the Harley-Davidson Sportster S 2025 arrives with new suspensions that further enhance an already quite dynamic motorcycle. If you’ve had the chance to see this machine, you know it’s impressive, but now, with its new suspension travel, comfort adds to the spectacle. So, what really changes in this craft and what does it have under the chassis? Let’s dive right in!
Revised Suspension: More Comfort and Control
The big news of the Sportster S 2025 is its evolution in the suspensions. Harley-Davidson has increased the stroke of the shock absorber from 50 to 82 mm, which represents a 60% increase. That’s no small feat, and you feel it immediately when hitting the road. The 43 mm inverted fork has also been recalibrated for better response. What’s the result? Smoother handling, less vibrations, and optimal comfort, even when tackling tight corners or encountering unexpected potholes.
The best part is that this improvement in suspension does not affect the height of the seat, which remains at 765 mm. So you still have an accessible motorcycle without losing any performance. Moreover, these suspensions are fully adjustable for both the front and rear. Whether you prefer a smoother ride or are looking for more stiffness, you can tailor your riding experience to your preferences.
The Engine: Still Powerful
The engine is well known. It’s the famous “Revolution Max 1250T“, a liquid-cooled twin originating from the Pan America 1250. In terms of figures, it offers an impressive output of 121 horsepower at 7500 rpm and a torque of 125 Nm at 6000 rpm. In summary, you sit on a super reactive motorcycle, with an acceleration that gives you goosebumps. Whether you want to cover long distances on the highway or venture into winding roads, it responds impressively, and that’s for sure.
The only downside is that the Sportster S maintains a single disc brake at the front, with a Brembo radial brake. With the power of the engine and the 228 kg of the motorcycle with a full tank, you might think it lacks a bit of bite. But when it comes to the brakes, there isn’t too much to complain about; it remains a Harley and we know that the riding experience is what truly matters.
Fuel Consumption: An Efficient Engine
The fuel consumption announced by Harley-Davidson is 5.1 l/100 km. It’s a good compromise for a motorcycle of this size and with this engine. You won’t have to stop constantly to refuel, which is an advantage if you want to escape for hours on the roads.
Of course, the Sportster S is a motorcycle that pushes you to go further, to take the curves with passion, but its engine remains reasonable in terms of fuel consumption. It’s a positive point for a motorcycle of this caliber.
Price and Options
The Harley-Davidson Sportster S 2025 is offered at a price of 17,790 euros in gray. If you want to opt for a different color, such as black or red, add 450 euros more. For a more original shade, the blue-purple “Mystic Shift” will cost you 18,790 euros. For motorcyclists looking for a unique model, it’s an investment worth making, especially since the motorcycle remains a high-performance model, even in its base version.
