Triumph Speedmaster vs Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Triumph Speedmasterstacks up against the Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecTriumph SpeedmasterHarley-Davidson Sportster Superlow
Model year20162019
Price$8,400$8,699
Engine865 cc883 cc
Horsepower61 hp52 hp
Torque72 Nm75 Nm
Weight231 kg247 kg
Seat height27 mm26 mm
Fuel capacity5.1 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Nissin 2-piston floating calipersSingle disc. Optional ABS. Two-piston calliper.
Rear brakesSingle disc. Nissin 2-piston floating calipersSingle disc. Optional ABS. Two-piston calliper.
Tires100/90-R19 / 170/80-B15 120/70-ZR18 / 150/60-ZR17

Triumph Speedmaster vs Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow — which should you buy?

Picking between the Triumph Speedmaster and the Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Triumph Speedmaster brings 61 hp in a 231 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow counters with 52 hp at 247 kg. On price, the Triumph Speedmaster has the lower MSRP.

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: