Ducati Monster vs Harley-Davidson Nightster

Last Updated: August 24, 2026

Ducati Monster price starts at Rs. 13.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 55,000 cheaper than the base variant of Harley-Davidson Nightster, priced at Rs. 14.54 Lakh. On the performance front, the Monster uses a 890cc engine producing 111 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Nightster a 975cc engine producing 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Monster and Nightster, the Monster is the better pick for affordability and performance.

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Monster vs Nightster Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati MonsterHarley-Davidson Nightster
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.99 LakhRs. 14.54 Lakh
Mileage Not Available18.18 kmpl
Engine 890 cc975 cc
Max power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available221 Kg

Monster vs Nightster Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Monster RedHarley-Davidson Nightster STD
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Brand Name Ducati Harley-Davidson
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.54 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Ducati V2 engine, 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled Revolution® Max 975T
Max Power 111 PS @ 9000 rpm 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Monster Colors
Harley Davidson Nightster Colors
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 38,304 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 39,810 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,225 Monster Insurance Rs. 40,657 Nightster Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
180 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Ducati V2 engine, 90° V2, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable valves timing system, liquid cooled
Revolution® Max 975T
Engine Displacement
890 cc
975 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
111 PS @ 9000 rpm
89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
91.1 Nm @ 7250 rpm
95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
Bore
96 mm
97 mm
Stroke
61.5 mm
66 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.1:1
12.0:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
18.18 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
145 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Upside-down Showa 43 mm fork
41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Suspension-Rear
Showa monoshock
Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting (no linkage) emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and a threaded collar for pre-load adjustment.

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-18 Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/80-16
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Dunlop
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
175 kg
211 kg
Seat height
815 mm
705 mm
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
4.5 L
Wheelbase
1492 mm
1545 mm
Length
Not Available
2250 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
110 mm
Width
Not Available
840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
11.7 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
221 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
Not Available
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
Not Available

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Monocoque Aluminium
Hoop-style Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Sport,Road,Urban
Rain,Road,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Ducati Multimedia System, Auto Tyre Calibration, Ducati Power Launch
Coolant Temperature Alert, ABS Alert, High Beam Indicator, Rear ABS Disabled Indication, Fog Lamp Indication, Failure Indication Alert, Neutral Position Indication, Low Tyre Pressure Indication, Check Engine Light Indication, Oil Pressure Alert, Drag-Torque Slip Control System
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Idle Stop/Start
Yes
Not Available
Fall Alert
Yes
Not Available
Heated Grips
Yes
Not Available
Cornering ABS
Yes
Not Available
Wheelie Control
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Engine Brake Control
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
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Ducati Monster Vs Harley Davidson Nightster FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Ducati Monster vs Harley Davidson Nightster?
The Ducati Monster is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Nightster by ₹55,000.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Monster vs Harley Davidson Nightster?
For the Red version, 890 cc Petrol engine of Monster produces 111 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 91.1 Nm @ 7250 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

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