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Harley-Davidson Sportster S vs Harley-Davidson Nightster

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Harley-Davidson Sportster S or Harley-Davidson Nightster? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Sportster S and Nightster. Harley-Davidson Sportster S Price starts at Rs.16.49 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Harley-Davidson Nightster Price starts at Rs.13.39 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Harley-Davidson Sportster S is 2 cylinder, 1252 cc Engine can generate 120.69 bhp @ 7500 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, Sportster S provides a mileage of 20 kmpl (base model), and Nightster has a mileage of 19.6 kmpl (base model). Harley-Davidson Sportster S is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas Harley-Davidson Nightster is available in 1 colours & 2 variants.

Sportster S vs Nightster

Key HighlightsHarley-Davidson Sportster SHarley-Davidson Nightster
PriceRs.16.49 LakhRs.13.39 Lakh
Engine Capacity1252 cc975 cc
Power120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range20 kmpl19.6 kmpl
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Harley-Davidson Sportster S STD bike
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Rs. 13.39 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    18.86 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    15.32 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.5
    -
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11.8 Litres
    11.7 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    1252 cc
    975 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    320
    -
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    36
    31
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    36
    31
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    19
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    42
    40
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    42
    40
    Rear Wheel Size
    16
    16
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    4minverteforwitcompression
    41mSHOWADuaBendinValvconventionaforksAluminufortriplclamps
    Rear Suspension
    Linkage-mounted& piggyback moNoshock with compression& rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
    Rear suspension is dual outboard& direct-acting
    Front Tyre Size
    160/70 - R17
    100/90 - 19

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    check
    check
    Gear Indicator
    check
    check
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Analogue
    Odometer
    Digital
    Analogue

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    2 Years or Unlimited km
    2 Years or Unlimited km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame
    Double-downtube Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Spark Plugs
    2 Per Cylinder
    -
    Engine Capacity
    1252 cc
    975 cc
    Engine Type
    Revolution® Max 1250T
    Revolution Max 975T
    No. of Cylinders
    2
    2
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    -
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.144 kwh
    -
    Top Speed
    194 kmph
    180 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    105 mm x 72.3 mm
    97 mm x 66 mm
    Configuration
    Twin Cylinder
    Twin Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
    88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm
    Max Torque
    125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
    95 Nm @ 5750 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    Riding Modes
    3
    3
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    Console Type
    Digital
    Semi-Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    check
    check
    Radial Tyres
    check
    -
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    Turn Signal
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    3
    3
    Slipper Clutch
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Traction Control System
    check
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2270 mm
    2250 mm
    Width
    843 mm
    840 mm
    Height
    1089 mm
    1108 mm
    Wheelbase
    1520 mm
    1545 mm
    Ground Clearance
    90 mm
    110 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11.8 Litres
    11.7 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    4.49 Litres
    4.5 Litres
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    Cruiser
    Seat Height
    765 mm
    705 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    225 kg
    221 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check
    -

    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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    Safety

    Sportster S comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. Nightster has Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Hazard Warning Switch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Harley-Davidson Sportster S has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port and Harley-Davidson Nightster, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

    Transmission

    Harley-Davidson Sportster S comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Nightster comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Harley-Davidson Sportster S has a 11.8 Litres fuel tank with 1089 mm seat height. Harley-Davidson Nightster has 1108 mm seat height and 11.7 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Harley-Davidson Sportster S and Harley-Davidson Nightster Owner Reviews

    • Sportster S Review
    • Nightster Review
      • SO
        Sumeet Oram
        04 Jun 2025
        4.4
        Perfect for both touring and city rides, this bike is made for true biking enthusiasts. It gives you a powerful, thrilling feel almost like riding with the spirit of Ghost Rider. I genuinely recommend going for this beast of a machine.
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      • ST
        Sachin Thakur
        1 Year ago
        5.0
        Package of power and performance excellent acceleration and control Provides a comfortable riding experience. With all these features I can say surely it's an price worth it.
        Likes (1)
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      • KC
        K Chandan
        2 Year ago
        5.0
        It has a powerful performance and aggressive design
        Likes (1)
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      • KS
        Kundan Singh
        2 Year ago
        5.0
        Good looking bike and smooth running on road Good
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      • SR
        Sikander Rao
        3 Year ago
        4.0
        I have test driven every Harley Davidson bike and Sportster S has made a mark on me.Does sound incredible,engine is too smooth and refined.If you have 12 to 13 Lacs budget then this is the bike for you.
        Likes (6)
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