Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

Last Updated: August 24, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R price starts at Rs. 12.49 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.05 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 Ninja ZX-6R delivers 23.6 kmpl. On the performance front, the Nightster uses a 975cc engine producing 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Ninja ZX-6R a 636cc engine producing 124 PS @ 13000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Nightster and Ninja ZX-6R, the Ninja ZX-6R is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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Nightster vs Ninja ZX-6R Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson NightsterKawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.54 LakhRs. 12.49 Lakh
Mileage 18.18 kmpl23.6 kmpl
Engine 975 cc636 cc
Max power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm124 PS @ 13000 rpm
Kerb weight 221 Kg198 Kg

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Basic Info Harley-Davidson Nightster STDKawasaki Ninja ZX-6R STD
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Brand Name Harley-Davidson Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.54 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 12.49 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Revolution® Max 975T Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Max Power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm 124 PS @ 13000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Nightster Colors
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 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. 34,197 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 40,657 Nightster Insurance Rs. 37,439 Ninja ZX-6R Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
180 kmph
250 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Revolution® Max 975T
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four
Engine Displacement
975 cc
636 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
124 PS @ 13000 rpm
Max Torque
95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
69 Nm @ 11000 rpm
Bore
97 mm
67 mm
Stroke
66 mm
45.1 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
12.9:1

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
23.6 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Telescopic fork
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.
Uni-Trak swingarm

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 :- 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
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3.4 L
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2025*710*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1545 mm
1400 mm
Length
2250 mm
2025 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
130 mm
Height
Not Available
1105 mm
Width
840 mm
710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.7 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
221 Kg
198 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH
Power Modes
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Hoop-style Frame
Perimeter, aluminium
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Rain,Road,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
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
101 mm Trail
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
Not Available
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
Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
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

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
  • Most powerful middleweight supersport in India
  • The new graphics look very elegant
  • Engine refinement is very impressive
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
  • Not as comfortable as its rivals
  • A bit more expensive compared to the competition
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Harley Davidson Nightster Vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Nightster vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Nightster by ₹2.05 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Nightster vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?
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, 636 cc Petrol engine of Ninja ZX-6R produces 124 PS @ 13000 rpm of power and 69 Nm @ 11000 rpm of torque

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