Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Harley-Davidson Nightster price starts at Rs. 14.54 Lakh, which is Rs. 3.51 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Harley-Davidson Sportster S, priced at Rs. 18.05 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Nightster offers a claimed 18.18 kmpl, while the Sportster S delivers 19.6 kmpl. On the performance front, the Nightster uses a 975cc engine producing 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Sportster S a 1252cc engine producing 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Nightster and Sportster S, the Nightster is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Sportster S stands out for mileage and performance.

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Nightster vs Sportster S Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson NightsterHarley-Davidson Sportster S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.54 LakhRs. 18.05 Lakh
Mileage 18.18 kmpl19.6 kmpl
Engine 975 cc1252 cc
Max power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 221 Kg228 Kg

Nightster vs Sportster S Key Highlights

Basic Info Harley-Davidson Nightster STDHarley-Davidson Sportster S STD
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Brand Name Harley-Davidson Harley-Davidson
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.54 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 18.05 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Revolution® Max 975T Revolution™ Max 1250T
Max Power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Nightster Colors
Harley Davidson Sportster S Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-431.8 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 Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 39,810 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 49,420 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 39,027 Nightster Insurance Rs. 44,142 Sportster S Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
180 kmph
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Revolution® Max 975T
Revolution™ Max 1250T
Engine Displacement
975 cc
1252 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
97 mm
105 mm
Stroke
66 mm
72.3 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
12.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
18.18 kmpl
19.6 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Suspension-Rear
Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting (no linkage) emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and a threaded collar for pre-load adjustment.
Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/80-16
Front :-160/70-17, Rear :- 180/70-16
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Make
Dunlop
Dunlop
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
211 kg
221 kg
Seat height
705 mm
765 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.7 L
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L
4.5 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2270*840*1089 mm3
Wheelbase
1545 mm
1520 mm
Length
2250 mm
2270 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
90 mm
Height
Not Available
1089 mm
Width
840 mm
840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.7 L
11.7 L
Kerb Weight
221 Kg
228 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
260 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 12AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Hoop-style Frame
High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
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
Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Wheel Lift Mitigation, Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System, Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System, Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Enhanced Lift Mitigation
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
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
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No
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Harley Davidson Nightster Vs Harley Davidson Sportster S FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Nightster vs Harley Davidson Sportster S?
The Harley-Davidson Nightster is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Sportster S by ₹3.51 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Nightster vs Harley Davidson Sportster S?
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. Whereas for the STD version, 1252 cc Petrol engine of Sportster S produces 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 125 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque

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