Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Indian Scout Classic

Last Updated: August 29, 2026

Indian Scout Classic price starts at Rs. 14.02 Lakh, which is Rs. 52,000 cheaper than the base variant of Harley-Davidson Nightster, priced at Rs. 14.54 Lakh. On the performance front, the Nightster uses a 975cc engine producing 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Scout Classic a 1250cc engine producing 106.4 PS. If you're deciding between the Nightster and Scout Classic, the Scout Classic is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Nightster stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Nightster vs Scout Classic Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson NightsterIndian Scout Classic
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.54 LakhRs. 14.02 Lakh
Mileage 18.18 kmplNot Available
Engine 975 cc1250 cc
Max power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm106.4 PS
Kerb weight 221 Kg252 Kg

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Basic Info Harley-Davidson Nightster STDIndian Scout Classic STD
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Brand Name Harley-Davidson Indian
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.54 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.02 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Revolution® Max 975T Liquid Cooled V-Twin
Max Power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm 106.4 PS
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Nightster Colors
Indian Scout Classic Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Analogue
EMI
Rs. 39,810 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 38,386 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 39,027 Nightster Insurance Rs. 38,269 Scout Classic Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
180 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Revolution® Max 975T
Liquid Cooled V-Twin
Engine Displacement
975 cc
1250 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
106.4 PS
Max Torque
95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
108 Nm @ 6300 rpm
Bore
97 mm
104 mm
Stroke
66 mm
73.6 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
12.5:1

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

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

Suspension-Front
41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Telescopic Fork, Travel - 120 mm
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.
Dual Shocks, Travel - 76 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/80-16
Front :-130/90-16 Rear :-150/80-16
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Make
Dunlop
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
211 kg
243 kg
Seat height
705 mm
680 mm
Gross Weight
Not Available
449 Kg
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2318*916*1096 mm3
Wheelbase
1545 mm
1562 mm
Length
2250 mm
2318 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
113 mm
Height
Not Available
1096 mm
Width
840 mm
916 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.7 L
13 L
Kerb Weight
221 Kg
252 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Front Brake Size
Not Available
298 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
298 mm

USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Hoop-style Frame
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Analogue and Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
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Harley Davidson Nightster Vs Indian Scout Classic FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Nightster vs Indian Scout Classic?
The Indian Scout Classic is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Nightster by ₹52,000.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Nightster vs Indian Scout Classic?
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, 1250 cc Petrol engine of Scout Classic produces 106.4 PS of power and 108 Nm @ 6300 rpm of torque

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