Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Honda CB1000 Hornet SP

Last Updated: August 24, 2026

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP price starts at Rs. 13.29 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.25 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Harley-Davidson Nightster, priced at Rs. 14.54 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Nightster offers a claimed 18.18 kmpl, while the CB1000 Hornet SP delivers 17 kmpl. On the performance front, the Nightster uses a 975cc engine producing 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm and the CB1000 Hornet SP a 1000cc engine producing 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Nightster and CB1000 Hornet SP, the CB1000 Hornet SP is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Nightster stands out for mileage.

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Nightster vs CB1000 Hornet SP Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson NightsterHonda CB1000 Hornet SP
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.54 LakhRs. 13.29 Lakh
Mileage 18.18 kmpl17 kmpl
Engine 975 cc1000 cc
Max power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm
Kerb weight 221 Kg212 Kg

Nightster vs CB1000 Hornet SP Key Highlights

Basic Info Harley-Davidson Nightster STDHonda CB1000 Hornet SP STD
Rating
1 review
1 review
Brand Name Harley-Davidson Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.54 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 13.29 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Revolution® Max 975T 4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled
Max Power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Nightster Colors
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 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. 36,398 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 40,657 Nightster Insurance Rs. 38,701 CB1000 Hornet SP Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
180 kmph
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Revolution® Max 975T
4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled
Engine Displacement
975 cc
1000 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm
Max Torque
95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
107 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Bore
97 mm
76 mm
Stroke
66 mm
55.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
11.7:0.2

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

Mileage (Overall)
18.18 kmpl
17 Kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
SHOWA SFF-BP™ Forks
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.
Öhlins™ TTX Monoshock

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/80-16
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Dunlop
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
211 kg
Not Available
Seat height
705 mm
809 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3.7 L
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2140*790*1085 mm3
Wheelbase
1545 mm
1455 mm
Length
2250 mm
2140 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
135 mm
Height
Not Available
1085 mm
Width
840 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.7 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
221 Kg
212 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 6.3AH
Projector head light
Not Available
LED Projector

Frame Type
Hoop-style Frame
Double Beam
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
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
Honda RoadSync, Honda Selectable Torque Contral (HSTC)
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports 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
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
  • The aggressive styling makes it look like a proper big bike
  • The inline-four engine is very refined, with very few vibrations
  • The traction control system adds a layer of safety for newer riders
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
  • Currently the bike’s availability is quite limited
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Harley Davidson Nightster Vs Honda CB1000 Hornet SP FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Nightster vs Honda CB1000 Hornet SP?
The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Nightster by ₹1.25 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Nightster vs Honda CB1000 Hornet SP?
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, 1000 cc Petrol engine of CB1000 Hornet SP produces 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm of power and 107 Nm @ 9000 rpm of torque

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