Ducati Diavel 1260 vs Harley-Davidson Nightster

Last Updated: September 30, 2026

Harley-Davidson Nightster price starts at Rs. 14.54 Lakh, which is Rs. 10.45 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Ducati Diavel 1260, priced at Rs. 24.99 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Diavel 1260 offers a claimed 18.5 kmpl, while the Nightster delivers 18.18 kmpl. On the performance front, the Diavel 1260 uses a 1262cc engine producing 164.2 PS @ 9500 rpm and the Nightster a 975cc engine producing 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Diavel 1260 and Nightster, the Diavel 1260 is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Nightster stands out for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Diavel 1260 vs Nightster Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati Diavel 1260Harley-Davidson Nightster
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 24.99 LakhRs. 14.54 Lakh
Mileage 18.5 kmpl18.18 kmpl
Engine 1262 cc975 cc
Max power 164.2 PS @ 9500 rpm89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
Top speed 179 kmphNot Available
Kerb weight 251 Kg221 Kg

Diavel 1260 vs Nightster Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Diavel 1260 SHarley-Davidson Nightster STD
Rating
3 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Ducati Harley-Davidson
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 24.99 Lakh Rs. 14.54 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Ducati Testastreta DVT 1262, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder, Dual Spark, Desmodromic Variable Timing Revolution® Max 975T
Max Power 164.2 PS @ 9500 rpm 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Nightster Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm 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 Not Available
Rs. 39,810 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Not Available Rs. 40,657 Nightster Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
180 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Engine Type
Ducati Testastreta DVT 1262, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder, Dual Spark, Desmodromic Variable Timing
Revolution® Max 975T
Engine Displacement
1262 cc
975 cc
Gear Box
6-Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
164.2 PS @ 9500 rpm
89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
129 Nm @ 7500 rpm
95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
Not Available
Bore
106 mm
97 mm
Stroke
71.5 mm
66 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
12.0:1

Front Brake
Not Available
Disc
Rear Brake
Not Available
Disc

Quarter Mile
12.66 s @ 134.50 kmph
Not Available
Braking (60-0 kmph)
15.18 mm
Not Available
Braking (80-0 kmph)
26.67 mm
Not Available
Braking (100-0 kmph)
42.73 mm
Not Available
Mileage (Overall)
18.5 kmpl
18.18 kmpl
Top Speed
179 kmph
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Not Available
41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Suspension-Rear
Not Available
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-ZR17, Rear :- 240/45-ZR17
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/80-16
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Make
Pirelli
Dunlop
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
218 kg
211 kg
Seat height
780 mm
705 mm
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
4.5 L
Wheelbase
1600 mm
1545 mm
Length
Not Available
2250 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
110 mm
Width
Not Available
840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 Liters
11.7 L
Kerb Weight
251 Kg
221 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
Not Available
Rear Brake Size
265 mm
Not Available

Additional Features
Bosch Cornering ABS Evo, Ducati Wheelie Control Evo (DWC), Ducati Power Launch Evo (DPL)
Not Available
Headlight
Not Available
LED
LED Tail Lights
Yes
Not Available
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Not Available
Hoop-style Frame
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road,Sports
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
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
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Not Available
Analogue and Digital
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
Not Available
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Footrest
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
DRLs
Yes
Not Available

Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available
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Which bike is cheaper Ducati Diavel 1260 vs Harley Davidson Nightster?
The Harley-Davidson Nightster is cheaper than Ducati Diavel 1260 by ₹10.45 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Diavel 1260 vs Harley Davidson Nightster?
For the S version, 1262 cc Petrol engine of Diavel 1260 produces 164.2 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 129 Nm @ 7500 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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