Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX

Last Updated: September 8, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX price starts at Rs. 14.42 Lakh, which is Rs. 12,000 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 Ninja 1100SX delivers 17.85 kmpl. On the performance front, the Nightster uses a 975cc engine producing 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Ninja 1100SX a 1099cc engine producing 136 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Nightster and Ninja 1100SX, the Nightster is the better pick for mileage and a lighter kerb weight, while the Ninja 1100SX stands out for affordability and performance.

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Nightster vs Ninja 1100SX Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson NightsterKawasaki Ninja 1100SX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.54 LakhRs. 14.42 Lakh
Mileage 18.18 kmpl17.85 kmpl
Engine 975 cc1099 cc
Max power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 221 Kg235 Kg

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Basic Info Harley-Davidson Nightster STDKawasaki Ninja 1100SX STD
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Brand Name Harley-Davidson Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.54 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.42 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Revolution® Max 975T Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC
Max Power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm 136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Nightster Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 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. 39,482 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 39,027 Nightster Insurance Rs. 38,852 Ninja 1100SX Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
180 kmph
249 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Revolution® Max 975T
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC
Engine Displacement
975 cc
1099 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
136 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
113 Nm @ 7600 rpm
Bore
97 mm
77 mm
Stroke
66 mm
59 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
11.8:1

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
17.85 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Ø41 mm, Telescopic Fork, Wheel 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.
Horizontal Back-link, Gas-Charged Shock, Rebound Damping, and Remote Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 141 mm

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 :-120/70-17,Rear :-190/50-17
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
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
211 kg
Not Available
Seat height
705 mm
820 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.9 L
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2100*805*1225 mm3
Wheelbase
1545 mm
1440 mm
Length
2250 mm
2100 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
135 mm
Height
Not Available
1225 mm
Width
840 mm
805 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.7 L
19 L
Kerb Weight
221 Kg
235 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
260 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 10AH
Power Modes
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Hoop-style Frame
Tubular Diamond
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
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
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
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
Engine Brake Control, Inertial Measurement Unit, K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
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
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
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

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
36000
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Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Nightster vs Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX?
The Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Nightster by ₹12,000.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Nightster vs Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX?
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, 1099 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 1100SX produces 136 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 113 Nm @ 7600 rpm of torque

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