Harley-Davidson Sportster S vs Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Comparison

The Harley-Davidson Sportster S certainly has a lot going for it. Great looks, a punchy engine, and all the latest electronics and chassis components that you may seek in a thoroughly modern motorcycle. But the lack of suspension travel, and the feet forward riding position robs the Sportster S of comfort and practicality. Limited fuel tank capacity, and ergonomics aren’t suitable to take the Sportster S out for a long-ish ride. As a motorcycle, the new Sportster S makes a solid case as a modern-day Harley-Davidson. The design may have polarising opinions, particularly from the ‘classic’ Harley faithful. Despite its negatives, it does make for an attractive proposition, if it’s a quintessential Harley-Davidson one is looking for, in a more modern, performance-oriented avatar.

The Pan America 1250 is one of the sportiest motorcycles ever made by the American brand. It's quick, and handles, beautifully! The Revolution Max 1250 engine is a powerhouse of performance, more than any average rider will need, for any two-wheeled adventure that he or she may think of. It has great on-road and off-road manners, and is loaded with all the electronics that any modern-day two-wheeled adventurer will need at that price point and segment.