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Ducati Monster vs Harley-Davidson Nightster

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Ducati Monster or Harley-Davidson Nightster? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Monster and Nightster. Ducati Monster Price starts at Rs.12.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Harley-Davidson Nightster Price starts at Rs.12.24 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Ducati Monster is 2 cylinder, 937 cc Engine can generate 109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm power whereas Harley-Davidson Nightster is a 2 cylinder, 975 cc Engine can generate 88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Monster provides a mileage of 19 kmpl (base model), and Nightster has a mileage of 19.6 kmpl (base model). Ducati Monster is available in 3 colours & 3 variants whereas Harley-Davidson Nightster is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.

Monster vs Nightster

Key HighlightsDucati MonsterHarley-Davidson Nightster
PriceRs.12.95 LakhRs.12.24 Lakh
Engine Capacity937 cc975 cc
Power109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range19 kmpl19.6 kmpl
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Ducati Monster STD bike
Ducati Monster
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    Specifications Overview

    Monster specificationsNightster specifications
    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    14.74 Lakh
    13.93 Lakh
    User Rating
    3.4
    5.0
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    14 Litres
    11.7 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    937 cc
    975 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Monster Brakes, Suspension & TyresNightster Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    16
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    1
    1
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    19
    Calliper Type
    Front - 4 Piston& Rear - 2 Piston Calipers
    Front - 4 Piston, Rear - Single Piston Caliper
    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Front Suspension
    Ø 43 mm usd fork
    41mm SHOWA™ Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps
    Rear Suspension
    Progressive linkage& preload adjustable monoshock& aluminium double-sided swingarm
    Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting
    Front Tyre Size
    120/70 - ZR17
    100/90 - 19
    Rear Tyre Size
    180/55 - ZR17
    150/80 - B16
    Front Type
    Disc
    Disc
    Rear Disc/Drum Size
    245 mm
    -
    Rear Type
    Disc
    Disc
    Tubeless Tyres
    checkYes
    checkYes

    Instrumentation

    Monster InstrumentationNightster Instrumentation
    Riding Modes Switch
    1
    1
    Fuel level guage
    -
    Digital
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Analogue
    Odometer
    Digital
    Analogue

    Infotainment & Communication

    Monster Infotainment & CommunicationNightster Infotainment & Communication
    Basic Warranty
    2 Years/Unlimited km
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    Body & Suspension

    Monster Body & SuspensionNightster Body & Suspension
    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Aluminum alloy Front Frame
    Double-downtube Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Monster Engine & TransmissionNightster Engine & Transmission
    Engine Capacity
    937 cc
    975 cc
    Engine Type
    Testatretta 11?& V2 - 90?& 4 valves per cylinder& desmodromic valvetrain& liquid cooled
    Revolution Max 975T
    No. of Cylinders
    2
    2
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    -
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.078 kwh
    -
    Range
    266 km/charge
    211 km/charge
    Top Speed
    200 kmph
    180 kmph
    Max Torque
    93 Nm @ 6500 rpm
    95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
    Max Power
    109.96 bhp @ 9250 rpm
    88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm
    Fuelling
    -
    Fuel Injection
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Oil Cooled
    Bore x Stroke
    94 x 67.5
    97 x 66 mm
    Mileage (Claimed)
    19 kmpl
    19.6 kmpl
    Number of Gears
    6 Speed
    6 Speed

    Comfort & Convenience

    Monster Comfort & ConvenienceNightster Comfort & Convenience
    Riding Modes
    Sport& Touring and Urban
    Sport, Road and Rain
    Low Battery Indicator
    1
    1
    Average Speed Indicator
    1
    -
    Pillion Footrest
    1
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    No
    No
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    -
    checkYes
    Engine Kill Switch
    checkYes
    -
    Console Type
    Digital
    Semi-Digital
    Seat Style
    -
    Single Seat
    Start Type
    Electric Start
    Electric Start

    Safety

    Monster SafetyNightster Safety
    Radial Tyres
    1
    -
    Hazard Warning Switch
    1
    1
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    1
    1
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Slipper Clutch
    Wet Multiplate with Assist and Slipper Clutch
    -
    Traction Control System
    -
    checkYes

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Monster Dimensions & CapacityNightster Dimensions & Capacity
    Length
    2083 mm
    2250 mm
    Width
    868 mm
    840 mm
    Height
    1236 mm
    1108 mm
    Wheelbase
    1474 mm
    1545 mm
    Ground Clearance
    202 mm
    110 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    14 Litres
    11.7 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    3.11 Litres
    4.5 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Cruiser
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    188 kg
    221 kg
    Seat Height
    820 mm
    705 mm

    Pros & Cons

    Monster Pros & ConsNightster Pros & Cons
    Pros
    • High-performance engine
    • Typical Harley Davidson design
    • Showa Suspensions for better ride quality
    Cons
    • It will come with a hefty price tag
    • Low riding position
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    Detailed Comparison of Ducati Monster and Harley-Davidson Nightster

    Comfort & Convenience

    Ducati Monster has features like Engine Kill Switch and Harley-Davidson Nightster, on the other hand, has Distance to Empty Indicator.

    Transmission

    Ducati Monster comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Nightster comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Ducati Monster has a 14 Litres fuel tank with 1236 mm seat height. Harley-Davidson Nightster has 1108 mm seat height and 11.7 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Ducati Monster and Harley-Davidson Nightster Owner Reviews

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    • Nightster Review
      • I
        Irfaan
        1 Year ago
        Review for Ducati Monster
        3.5
        Good mileage, Sporty look, easy to ride but seat not comforatable
        Likes (2)
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        Sameer Thakur
        2 Year ago
        Review for Ducati Monster
        4.2
        Ducati is my dream bike from college times but not today.Definitely one day I will make my dream come true and own this beautiful Ducati Monster BS6.Look of monster bs6 is phenomenal and Ducati is full of power and performance.
        Likes (4)
      • AJ
        Anoop J R
        2 Year ago
        Review for Ducati Monster
        4.8
        This is Streetfighter styling looks quite aggressive and Equipped with top-spec electronics.
        Likes (3)
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        Ducati Monster and Harley-Davidson Nightster FAQs

        What is the on-road price of Ducati Monster?
        The on-road price of Ducati Monster is Rs. 14.74 Lakh in New Delhi.
        What is the on-road price of Harley-Davidson Nightster?
        The on-road price of Harley-Davidson Nightster is Rs. 13.93 Lakh in New Delhi.