BMW R 18 vs Harley-Davidson Nightster

BMW R 18 Price starts at Rs. 19.90 Lakh which is Rs. 7.66 Lakh costlier than base model of Harley Davidson Nightster priced at Rs. 12.24 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW R 18 is 17.8 kmpl whereas the mileage of Harley Davidson Nightster is 18.1 kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW R 18 is powered by 1802 cc cc engine , while Harley Davidson Nightster is powered by 975 cc engine. BMW R 18 is available in 5 different colours while Harley Davidson Nightster comes with 6 colours. The Comparison BMW R 18 vs Harley Davidson Nightster can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

BMW R 18 vs Harley Davidson Nightster

Key Highlights BMW R 18 100 Year EditionHarley Davidson Nightster STD
Engine Type Air / Oil-cooled Two-cylinder Four-stroke Boxer Engine With Two Chain-driven Camshafts Located Above The Crankshaft Revolutionâ„¢ Max 975T
Max Power 91.09 PS @ 4750 rpm 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm

BMW R 18 vs Harley Davidson Nightster Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW R 18 100 Year EditionHarley Davidson Nightster STD
Rating
3 reviews
24 reviews
Brand Name BMW Harley Davidson
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 25.90 Lakh Rs. 12.24 Lakh View On Road Price
Engine Type Air / Oil-cooled Two-cylinder Four-stroke Boxer Engine With Two Chain-driven Camshafts Located Above The Crankshaft Revolutionâ„¢ Max 975T
Max Power 91.09 PS @ 4750 rpm 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Nightster Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Analogue
EMI ...
Rs. 33,513 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance ... Rs. 37,047 Nightster Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
Air / Oil-cooled Two-cylinder Four-stroke Boxer Engine With Two Chain-driven Camshafts Located Above The Crankshaft
Revolutionâ„¢ Max 975T
Engine Displacement
1802 cc
975 cc
Max Power
91.09 PS @ 4750 rpm
89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
158 Nm @ 3000 rpm
95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
107.1 mm
97 mm
Stroke
100 mm
66 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
...
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
9.6 :1
12.0:1
Engine Immobilizer
...

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
17.8 kmpl
19.6 kmpl
Top Speed
180 kmph
...

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70 -19 Rear :-180/65-16
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/80-16
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Dry Weight
...
211 kg
Seat height
690 mm
705 mm
Load carrying capacity
215 kg
...
Length*Width*Height
2440*964*1232 mm3
...
Wheelbase
1731 mm
1545 mm
Length
2440 mm
2250 mm
Ground Clearance
...
110 mm
Height
1232 mm
...
Width
964 mm
...
Fuel Capacity
16 Liters
11.7 Liters
Kerb Weight
345 Kg
221 Kg
Total Weight
560 kg
...
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
...
Rear Brake Diameter
300 mm
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Battery Type
Lead Acid
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Additional Features
Anti Hopping Clutch, Automatic Stability Control, Dynamic Brake Control, On-Board Computer, One Key For All Locks, Keyless Ride, MSR Dynamic Engine Brake Control, Castor - 150 mm, Steering head angle - 57,3°
Coolant Temperature Alert, ABS Alert, High Beam Indicator, Rear ABS Disabled Indication, Failure Indication Alert, Neutral Position Indication, Low Tyre Pressure Indication, Check Engine Light Indication, Oil Pressure Alert, Drag-Torque Slip Control System
LED tail lights
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED
Alternator
Permanent magnet generator 600 W (nominal capacity
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ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Display
...
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Tachometer
...
Digital
Trip Meter
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
...
Low Battery Indicator
...
Cooling System
Air & Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Anti Theft Alarm
...
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Central Locking
...
Service Due Indicator
...
DRLs
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
3
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Which bike is cheaper R 18 vs Nightster?

The Harley Davidson Nightster is cheaper than BMW R 18 by Rs. 13.66 Lakh.

Which bike offers better performance R 18 vs Nightster?

For the 100 Year Edition version, 1802 cc Petrol engine of R 18 produces 91.09 PS @ 4750 rpm of power and 158 Nm @ 3000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 975 cc Petrol engine of Nightster produces 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 95 Nm @ 5750 rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • BMW R 18
  • Harley Davidson Nightster
  • R 18
    5.0
    1800cc engine 

    Bmw r 18 comes with 1800cc engine, Which gives you fabulous performance & pick is very high.Sevice cost is little bit high.Resale value of this bike is nice.

    0
    KILLER (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • R 18
    5.0
    Looking good and speed is 

    Looking good and speed is good and comfort and looking excellent totally very good

    0
    Lokanadham (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • Nightster
    Driving on this makes more 

    Driving on this makes more comfortable and driving experience like flying in the air.

    0
    Anonymous 4 months ago
  • Nightster
    Amazing looks 

    We all know about the amazing harley Davidson bikes because they are really cream of the crop. The bikes made by them are top in all aspects and provides a luxurious experience and due to all those reason I love the Harley Davidson Nightster. It is a fabulous bike and I can bet it because I have been driving it for a time now and have just loved its experience. It's looks are so attractive as well and that makes it an even better option. It also provides me a high mileage.

    1
    Anonymous 4 months ago
  • Nightster
    Dark Custom Attitude, Urban Cruiser  

    The HarleyDavidson Nightster is a special and fashionable agent that combines City sportfisherman goddess with a tenebrous ritual station. With its energetic interpretation and 1200cc petrol Mechanism, the Nightster is a great Independence for megacity floating with a hint of rebellion. Bartered- out details connected with a simple, tenebrous two wheeler give it an whetted- out, City face. Although technological creations could ameliorate the riding experience, the Nightster is easily immured to furnishing a disparate combination of Expression and City floating. Harley- Davidson has done a great job situating the Nightster as a motorbike that embodies the spirit of rebellion and the night.

    1
    Anonymous 4 months ago
  • Nightster
    Great road presence  

    This bike is powered by the massive 995cc engine. This engine is very powerfull and produces a great power and torque. This bike is single seated bike and does not have any two seating capacity option. This bike has 19 inches alloy wheels in front and rear, these massive tyres provides a grerat stability and grip on the roads. the kerb weight of this bike is also appropriate for the easy control and handling of the bike. The digital console of this bike is also have modern features in it. Minor heaviness can be feel in gearbox.

    3
    Anonymous 4 months ago
  • Nightster
    Great road presence  

    This bike is powered by the massive 995cc engine. This engine is very powerfull and produces a great power and torque. This bike is single seated bike and does not have any two seating capacity option. This bike has 19 inches alloy wheels in front and rear, these massive tyres provides a grerat stability and grip on the roads. the kerb weight of this bike is also appropriate for the easy control and handling of the bike. The digital console of this bike is also have modern features in it. Minor heaviness can be feel in gearbox.

    2
    Anonymous 4 months ago
  • Nightster
    Best Bike 

    I have always been a big fan of Harley Davidson. The company has never disappointed customers in terms of power style and comfort with its big appearance over the roads. Harley's has always made people crazy since its launch date. The company has a long journey, Though it has found difficulty in attracting customers and slowly uprooted its firms from India. But Harley Davidson has its own class. Owners have always shown a very genuine respond response towards the company. India is the largest two-wheeler market in the world and has the largest number of young riders who basically demand bikes that have modern styling and are great in terms of performance. From making classic bikes to new ones like Harley pan America the company is now upgrading itself as per the market and creating new machines that are largely demanded by the youth. So in my personal vision, this motorcycle can help the company make a comeback in the largest market. This new bike is a perfect mixture of a classic and modern roadster. There is no doubt what the Harley's s powerful motor can do. This 957cc twin motor has got a new appearance, Basically which we have seen on the pan America. The liquid cooling keeps your bike and legs too, Cool in traffic. The slipper assist clutch makes it easy to drive in rush places so you do not need to shift gears again and again. From its front and to the rear the bike has got a really nice shape. With a lower riding position, the roadster provides a great posture and comfort to the rider for long rides. With dual channel abs, the motorcycle ensures safety at high speed and quick responsive braking. The weight and abs keep the bike stable at cornering and sharp turns. The six-speed gear train is enough to deliver quick power to the wheel and the bike can easily do 0-60 kmph in less than 4 seconds. Talking about the mileage so you can't expect much from a litre-class motorcycle but still, it can give 15-17kmpl which is a good figure for big cc bikes. The bike is bs6 compliant. You can easily ride out in the dark thanks to its powerful halogen lamps. The ground clearance of the bike is enough for the Indian roads so you do not need to worry about the bumps. The has a digital cluster. Overall the machine is a perfect ride I can say. The colour variants can easily catch the eyes on the roads. Now we have to see what customers say after a test drive once the bike is available at the showrooms. Because I don't think the Harley Davidson has left anything this time to set the benchmark for a modern cruise and giving tuff competition to its rivals like honda, India, Kawasaki, and Benelli who have already announced launch dates for their cruiser bikes. The price of the bike can make you think twice as the ex-showroom price is 14 lakhs so this can be a challenge. But for 957cc and all standard features, I think the enthusiasts worry much about the prices.

    0
    Jay (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • Nightster
    Raw and Rugged Street Presence 

    My enthusiasm for the Nightster's force has been completely obtained. This sportfisherman is tenebrous and coarse, and I detect myself hauled to it because of its surprising immolations. It's the ideal combination of road supremacy and raw 2 Wheeler. Emblematizing Harley Davidson's fidelity to give sedans that grasp a rebellious station on the Highways, the Nightster is a striking agent. Its notorious Vbinary Engine, bartered out features, and useful simple 2 Wheeler produce a lasting print. For those appearing for a strong and feral riding experience in a quaint sportfisherman, this model is a clear fave due to its surprising capability to give raw and rough road presence.

    0
    Anonymous 5 months ago
  • Nightster
    Urban Custom Cool 

    My estimation for the Nightster stems from its unusual features as a Stylish Urban ritual motorbike. My estimation has been obtained by this model's remarkable capability to give a simple, bartered out face. The Nightster sticks out as a representation of Harley Davidson's fidelity to simple 2 Wheeler and Urban customizing. I'll invariably be impressed by its torquey Engine, tenebrous aesthetics, and useful qualification for a sharp ride. For those appearing for a bespoke Stylish sportfisherman 2 Wheeler made for megacity Highways, the model's immolations have cemented its status as a cherished option.

    0
    Anonymous 5 months ago
  • Nightster
    Nightster Urban Custom Cool 

    My estimation for the Nightster stems from its unusual features as a Stylish Urban ritual motorbike. My estimation has been obtained by this model's remarkable capability to give a simple, bartered out face. The Nightster sticks out as a representation of Harley Davidson's fidelity to simple 2 Wheeler and Urban customizing. I'll invariably be impressed by its torquey Engine, tenebrous aesthetics, and useful qualification for a sharp ride. For those appearing for a bespoke Stylish sportfisherman 2 Wheeler made for megacity Highways, the model's immolations have cemented its status as a cherished option.

    1
    Anonymous 5 months ago
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