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Harley‑Davidson 2025 Sportster™ S

Harley‑Davidson 2025 Sportster™ S

Short Overview

The Sportster S is Harley‑Davidson’s performance-focused cruiser featuring the powerful liquid‑cooled Revolution Max 1250T engine, sporty handling, advanced rider tech including ride modes, TFT display, cruise control, ABS, and traction control – all wrapped in aggressive styling.

Price (On-Road – Ireland)

Call local dealer; typically starts around €16,200 – verify for final on-road pricing.

Call/Book Motorcycle

Contact local dealer or visit: https://harley.ie/showroom/4/harley-davidson/3/motorcycles/2/55245/rh1250ssportsters

Finance Options

Finance and booking options are available via official Harley-Davidson® dealers in Ireland.

Colours

Colours: Vivid Black, Billiard Gray, Brilliant Red, Mystic Shift (chameleon effect)

Key Highlights

  • 1252 cc Revolution Max 1250T liquid‑cooled V‑twin

  • 121 hp @ 7 500 rpm; 125 Nm torque @ 6 000 rpm

  • Fully adjustable suspension (43 mm USD forks, mono‑shock rear)

  • 4″ full‑colour TFT display with Bluetooth, ride modes, navigation, cruise control

  • Brembo brakes, Dunlop radial tyres, cornering‑ABS & traction control

Bike Specification (Overview)

  • Engine: Revolution Max 1250T, liquid‑cooled V‑twin

  • Transmission: 6‑speed with belt final drive

  • Mileage: Claimed ~5.1 l/100 km (≈49 mpg)

  • Power: 121 hp (90 kW) @ 7 500 rpm

  • Brakes: Front 320 mm Brembo monobloc 4‑piston; Rear 280 mm 1‑piston Brembo

  • Ground Clearance: ~90 mm

  • Fuel Capacity: ~11.8 L

  • Seat Height: 765 mm

  • Kerb Weight: 228 kg (ready to ride)

  • Wheels: Cast aluminium, satin black; 17″ front, 16″ rear

Bike Summary

The Sportster™ S is engineered to dominate urban and open-road rides, offering superior ride dynamics, distinctive style, and modern tech through its 4” color TFT instrument cluster, Bluetooth, and a suite of rider-assist features, making it a prime choice for enthusiasts seeking both heritage and innovation

Full Technical Details Table

Engine & Performance

  • Engine type: Liquid‑cooled DOHC V‑twin

  • Displacement: 1 252 cc

  • Max Power: 121 hp @ 7 500 rpm

  • Max Torque: 125 Nm @ 6 000 rpm

  • Top Speed: ~230 km/h (143 mph)

  • Mileage (claimed): 5.1 l/100 km

  • Owner Reported: ~50 mpg typical

  • Transmission: 6‑speed, belt final drive

  • Gear Shift Pattern: Standard H-pattern

  • Clutch: Wet multi‑plate, slip‑assist

  • Riding Range: ~230 km approx.

  • Riding Modes: Sport, Road, Rain, Custom

  • Cylinders: 2

  • Valves/cylinder: 4 (DOHC)

  • Cooling: Liquid

  • Bore x Stroke: 105 × 72.3 mm

  • Compression Ratio: 12.0 :1

  • Spark Plugs: OEM-specific

  • Battery: Standard 12 V maintenance‑free

  • Fuel System: Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)

  • Emission Standard: Euro 5

  • Fuel Type: Petrol

Brakes & Wheels

  • Braking System: Cornering ABS + traction control

  • Front Brake: 320 mm disc, Brembo 4‑piston radial caliper

  • Rear Brake: 280 mm disc, Brembo single‑piston caliper

  • Wheel Type: Cast aluminium, satin black

  • Front Wheel Size: 17″

  • Rear Wheel Size: 16″

  • Front Tyre: 160/70R17 Dunlop radials

  • Rear Tyre: 180/70R16 Dunlop radials

  • Tyre Type: Radial

  • Front/Rear Tyre Pressure: Refer owner manual

  • Rider & Pillion: Refer manual

Suspensions & Chassis

  • Front Suspension: 43 mm inverted forks, adjustable compression, rebound, preload

  • Rear Suspension: Linkage‑mounted piggy‑back mono‑shock, adjustable compression, rebound, preload

  • Front Preload Adjuster: Yes

  • Rear Preload Adjuster: Yes

  • Chassis Type: Tubular frame with stressed‑member engine

Dimensions

  • Kerb Weight: 228 kg

  • Seat Height: 765 mm

  • Seat Length: n/a

  • Ground Clearance: ~90 mm

  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 11.7–11.8 L

  • Reserve Fuel Capacity: ~2 L

  • Overall Length: 2 270 mm

  • Overall Width: 840 mm

  • Overall Height: 1 085 mm

  • Wheelbase: 1 520 mm

Manufacturer Warranty

  • Manufacturer Warranty: Typically 24 months / unlimited km

Service & Maintenance Schedule

  • Refer to Irish owner’s manual – standard Harley service intervals apply.

Features

Instrument Cluster

  • Instrument Console: 4″ color TFT display

  • Touch Screen Display: No

  • Display Size: 4 in.

  • Digital Display Type: Color TFT

  • Brightness Control: Yes

  • GPS & Navigation: Phone via Bluetooth (H-D app only)

  • Real Time Mileage Indicator: Yes

  • Average Fuel Consumption: Yes

  • Speedometer / Odometer / Fuel Gauge / DTE: Yes

  • Mobile Phone Connectivity: Bluetooth

  • Tripmeter Type: Digital

  • No. of Tripmeters: Multiple

  • Tachometer: Digital

  • Stand Alarm: Yes

  • Gear Indicator: Yes

  • Low Battery / Fuel / Oil Indicator: Yes

  • Service Reminder Indicator: Yes

  • Hazard Warning / High Beam / Temperature / Malfunction Indicators: Yes

  • Average Speed: Yes

  • Call/SMS Alerts: Bluetooth pairing for calls

  • Clock: Yes

Safety & Convenience

  • USB Charging Port: USB-C, 5V, 3A

  • Quickshifter: No

  • Traction Control: Yes

  • Cruise Control: Yes (standard)

  • Start Type: Electric start

  • Exhaust Heat Shield: Yes

  • Kill Switch: Yes

Mobile App Monitoring

  • Vehicle Location Tracking: Phone via H-D app

  • Geo Fencing: No information

Lights

  • Headlight Type: Full LED

  • DRLs: Yes

  • Brake/Tail Light: LED

  • Hazard Warning Lights: Yes

  • Shift Light: Yes

  • Pass Light: Yes

  • Turn Signal: LED Bullet Style

Seat & Storage

  • Under Seat Storage (Litres): Not significant

  • Pillion Seat: Yes (accessory)

  • Pillion Footrest: Yes

  • Pillion Grab Rail: Optional

Additional Features

  • Multiple languages for infotainment

  • TPMS, engine temp, battery voltage, ambient temp display

  • Intercom function via headset (if equipped)

User Review

Riders praise the “knowing what you want” look, sharp handling, and performance. Some welcome upgraded suspension tailored for European roads

[For the latest offers and test rides, visit your nearest Harley‑Davidson Ireland dealer or Harley‑Davidson Ireland’s website.]

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