Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Triumph Bonneville T120

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

Triumph Bonneville T120 price starts at Rs. 12.17 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.37 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 Bonneville T120 delivers 21.27 kmpl. On the performance front, the Nightster uses a 975cc engine producing 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Bonneville T120 a 1200cc engine producing 80 PS @ 6550 rpm. If you're deciding between the Nightster and Bonneville T120, the Nightster is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the Bonneville T120 stands out for affordability and mileage.

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Nightster vs Bonneville T120 Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson NightsterTriumph Bonneville T120
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.54 LakhRs. 12.17 Lakh
Mileage 18.18 kmpl21.27 kmpl
Engine 975 cc1200 cc
Max power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm80 PS @ 6550 rpm
Kerb weight 221 Kg236 Kg

Nightster vs Bonneville T120 Key Highlights

Basic Info Harley-Davidson Nightster STDTriumph Bonneville T120 STD
Rating
1 review
3 reviews
Brand Name Harley-Davidson Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.54 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 12.17 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Revolution® Max 975T Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Max Power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm 80 PS @ 6550 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Nightster Colors
Triumph Bonneville T120 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 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. 33,321 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 39,027 Nightster Insurance Rs. 35,573 Bonneville T120 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
180 kmph
190 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Revolution® Max 975T
Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Engine Displacement
975 cc
1200 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
80 PS @ 6550 rpm
Max Torque
95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
105 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Bore
97 mm
97.6 mm
Stroke
66 mm
80 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
10.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

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

Suspension-Front
41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Ø41mm cartridge 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.
Twin RSU’s, with pre-load adjustment

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/80-16
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-457.2 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
Spoke

Dry Weight
211 kg
217 kg
Seat height
705 mm
790 mm
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2170*780*1100 mm3
Wheelbase
1545 mm
1450 mm
Length
2250 mm
2170 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
Not Available
Height
Not Available
1100 mm
Width
840 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.7 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
221 Kg
236 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
255 mm

USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Not Available
No

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Hoop-style Frame
Tubular steel, with twin cradles
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Rain,Road
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
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
System - Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection, Exhaust - Chromed 2 into 2 exhaust system with twin chrome silencers, Swingarm - Twin sided fabrication, Rake - 25.5º, Trail - 105.2 mm
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
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
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes

Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

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Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Nightster vs Triumph Bonneville T120?
The Triumph Bonneville T120 is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Nightster by ₹2.37 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Nightster vs Triumph Bonneville T120?
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, 1200 cc Petrol engine of Bonneville T120 produces 80 PS @ 6550 rpm of power and 105 Nm @ 3500 rpm of torque

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