Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Honda CBR650R
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Harley-Davidson Nightster or Honda CBR650R? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Nightster and CBR650R. Harley-Davidson Nightster Price starts at Rs.13.51 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Honda CBR650R Price starts at Rs.11.16 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Harley-Davidson Nightster is 2 cylinder, 975 cc Engine can generate 88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm power whereas Honda CBR650R is a N/A cylinder, 649 cc Engine can generate 93.8 bhp @ 12000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Nightster provides a mileage of 19.6 kmpl (base model), and CBR650R has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Harley-Davidson Nightster is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas Honda CBR650R is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.
Nightster vs CBR650R
Key Highlights | Harley-Davidson Nightster | Honda CBR650R |
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Price | Rs.13.51 Lakh | Rs.11.16 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 975 cc | 649 cc |
Power | 88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm | 93.8 bhp @ 12000 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 19.6 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Nightster specifications | CBR650R specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 15.46 Lakh Price Breakup | 12.70 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 5.0 | 2.2 |
Transmission Type | Manual | manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 11.7 Litres | 15.4 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 975 cc | 649 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Nightster Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | CBR650R Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston | - |
Front Disc Size | - | 310 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 31 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 31 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 19 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 40 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 40 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 16 | - |
Wheel Type | Alloy | - |
Front Suspension | 41mSHOWADuaBendinValvconventionaforksAluminufortriplclamps | Showa SFF USD fork |
Rear Suspension | Rear suspension is dual outboard& direct-acting | Monoshock damper with 10 stage pre-load adjuster |
Front Tyre Size | 100/90 - 19 | 120/70-17 |
Instrumentation
Nightster Instrumentation | CBR650R Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | - |
Odometer | Analogue | - |
Exterior
Nightster Exterior | CBR650R Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Nightster Warranty | CBR650R Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years or Unlimited km | - |
Body & Suspension
Nightster Body & Suspension | CBR650R Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | - | |
Frame Type | Double-downtube Frame | - |
Engine & Transmission
Nightster Engine & Transmission | CBR650R Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | - |
Engine Capacity | 975 cc | 649 cc |
Engine Type | Revolution Max 975T | 4 stroke 16 valve DOHC, inline 4, liquid-cooled |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | manual |
Top Speed | 180 kmph | - |
Bore x Stroke | 97 mm x 66 mm | 67 mm x 46 mm |
Configuration | Twin Cylinder | Four Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | - |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | - |
Max Power | 88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm | 93.8 bhp @ 12000 rpm |
Max Torque | 95 Nm @ 5750 rpm | 63 Nm @ 9500 rpm |
Mileage (Claimed) | 19.6 kmpl | - |
Number of Gears | 6 Speed | 6 |
Comfort & Convenience
Nightster Comfort & Convenience | CBR650R Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | - |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | - |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | No | - |
Riding Modes | 3 | - |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - |
Under Seat Storage | No | - |
GPS & Navigation | No | - |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - |
Safety
Nightster Safety | CBR650R Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | - |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | - |
Pillion Grabrail | No | - |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | 3 | - |
Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Yes |
Traction Control System | Yes | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
Nightster Dimensions & Capacity | CBR650R Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2250 mm | 2120 mm |
Width | 840 mm | 750 mm |
Height | 1108 mm | 1145 mm |
Wheelbase | 1545 mm | 1450 mm |
Ground Clearance | 110 mm | 130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 11.7 Litres | 15.4 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 4.5 Litres | - |
Body Type | Cruiser | Sports |
Seat Height | 705 mm | 810 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 221 kg | 209 kg |
Pros & Cons
Nightster Pros & Cons | CBR650R Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Harley-Davidson Nightster and Honda CBR650R
Safety
Nightster comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Hazard Warning Switch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. CBR650R has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch.
Transmission
Harley-Davidson Nightster comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and CBR650R comes with 6 manual transmission.
Dimensions
Harley-Davidson Nightster has a 11.7 Litres fuel tank with 1108 mm seat height. Honda CBR650R has 1145 mm seat height and 15.4 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Harley-Davidson Nightster and Honda CBR650R FAQs
What is the on-road price of Harley-Davidson Nightster?
The on-road price of Harley-Davidson Nightster is Rs. 15.46 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Honda CBR650R?
The on-road price of Honda CBR650R is Rs. 12.70 Lakh in New Delhi.