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Harley-Davidson Forty Eight vs Harley-Davidson Nightster

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Harley-Davidson Forty Eight or Harley-Davidson Nightster? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Forty Eight and Nightster. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Price starts at Rs.10.07 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Standard and Harley-Davidson Nightster Price starts at Rs.12.24 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is N/A cylinder, N/A cc Engine can generate N/A power whereas Harley-Davidson Nightster is a 2 cylinder, 975 cc Engine can generate 88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of range, Forty Eight provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and Nightster has a mileage of 19.6 kmpl (base model). Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is available in 3 colours & 2 variants whereas Harley-Davidson Nightster is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.

Forty Eight vs Nightster

Key HighlightsHarley-Davidson Forty EightHarley-Davidson Nightster
PriceRs.10.07 LakhRs.12.24 Lakh
Engine CapacityN/A975 cc
PowerN/A88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A km/charge19.6 kmpl
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Harley-Davidson Forty Eight Standard bike
Harley-Davidson Forty Eight
Standard
Rs. 10.07 Lakh
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Harley-Davidson Nightster STD bike
Harley-Davidson Nightster
STD
Rs. 12.24 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Forty Eight specificationsNightster specifications
    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    11.66 Lakh
    13.93 Lakh
    User Rating
    4.1
    5.0
    Transmission Type
    -
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    -
    11.7 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    -
    975 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Forty Eight Brakes, Suspension & TyresNightster Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
    Rear Wheel Size
    -
    16
    Wheel Type
    -
    Alloy
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    1
    Front Wheel Size
    -
    19
    Calliper Type
    -
    Front - 4 Piston, Rear - Single Piston Caliper
    Braking System
    -
    Dual Channel ABS
    Front Suspension
    -
    41mm SHOWA™ Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps
    Rear Suspension
    -
    Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting
    Front Tyre Size
    -
    100/90 - 19
    Rear Tyre Size
    -
    150/80 - B16
    Front Type
    -
    Disc
    Rear Type
    -
    Disc
    Tubeless Tyres
    -
    checkYes

    Instrumentation

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

    Body & Suspension

    Forty Eight Body & SuspensionNightster Body & Suspension
    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    -
    Double-downtube Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Forty Eight Engine & TransmissionNightster Engine & Transmission
    Engine Capacity
    -
    975 cc
    Engine Type
    -
    Revolution Max 975T
    No. of Cylinders
    -
    2
    Transmission Type
    -
    Manual
    Range
    -
    211 km/charge
    Top Speed
    -
    180 kmph
    Max Torque
    -
    95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
    Max Power
    -
    88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm
    Fuelling
    -
    Fuel Injection
    Cooling type
    -
    Oil Cooled
    Bore x Stroke
    -
    97 x 66 mm
    Mileage (Claimed)
    -
    19.6 kmpl
    Number of Gears
    -
    6 Speed

    Comfort & Convenience

    Forty Eight Comfort & ConvenienceNightster Comfort & Convenience
    Riding Modes
    -
    Sport, Road and Rain
    Low Battery Indicator
    -
    1
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    No
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    -
    checkYes
    Console Type
    -
    Semi-Digital
    Seat Style
    -
    Single Seat
    Start Type
    -
    Electric Start

    Safety

    Forty Eight SafetyNightster Safety
    Hazard Warning Switch
    -
    1
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    -
    1
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    -
    Dual Channel ABS
    Traction Control System
    -
    checkYes

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Forty Eight Dimensions & CapacityNightster Dimensions & Capacity
    Length
    -
    2250 mm
    Width
    -
    840 mm
    Height
    -
    1108 mm
    Wheelbase
    -
    1545 mm
    Ground Clearance
    -
    110 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    -
    11.7 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    -
    4.5 Litres
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    Cruiser
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    -
    221 kg
    Seat Height
    -
    705 mm

    Pros & Cons

    Forty Eight Pros & ConsNightster Pros & Cons
    Pros
    • Classic Look
    • Comfortable Seating Position
    • High Torque
    • 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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    Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and Harley-Davidson Nightster Owner Reviews

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      • PS
        Praveen Singh
        1 Year ago
        Review for Harley-Davidson Forty Eight
        3.5
        Seating position not good but great road presence
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      • DR
        Dr Ram Janam
        2 Year ago
        Review for Harley-Davidson Forty Eight
        3.8
        This bike recieved mechanical upgrades to comply with the newest emission norms. The updated, 1,202cc, V-twin cylinder.
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        Harley-Davidson Forty Eight and Harley-Davidson Nightster FAQs

        What is the on-road price of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight?
        The on-road price of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is Rs. 11.66 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.