Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200

Last Updated: August 30, 2026

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 price starts at Rs. 13.84 Lakh, which is Rs. 70,200 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 Speed Twin 1200 delivers 19.60 kmpl. On the performance front, the Nightster uses a 975cc engine producing 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Speed Twin 1200 a 1200cc engine producing 105 PS @ 7750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Nightster and Speed Twin 1200, the Speed Twin 1200 is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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Nightster vs Speed Twin 1200 Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson NightsterTriumph Speed Twin 1200
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.54 LakhRs. 13.84 Lakh
Mileage 18.18 kmpl19.60 kmpl
Engine 975 cc1200 cc
Max power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm105 PS @ 7750 rpm
Kerb weight 221 Kg216 Kg

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Basic Info Harley-Davidson Nightster STDTriumph Speed Twin 1200 STD
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Brand Name Harley-Davidson Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.54 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 13.84 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Revolution® Max 975T Liquid Cooled Parallel Twin, 8 Valve, SOHC, 2700 Firing Order
Max Power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm 105 PS @ 7750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Nightster Colors
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 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. 37,888 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 39,027 Nightster Insurance Rs. 38,004 Speed Twin 1200 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
180 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Revolution® Max 975T
Liquid Cooled Parallel Twin, 8 Valve, SOHC, 2700 Firing Order
Engine Displacement
975 cc
1200 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
105 PS @ 7750 rpm
Max Torque
95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
112 Nm @ 4250 rpm
Bore
97 mm
97.6 mm
Stroke
66 mm
80 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
X-ring chain
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
12.1:1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 - Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
2 - Piston

Mileage (Overall)
18.18 kmpl
19.60 Kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Ø43 mm USD Marzocchi Forks, 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.
Twin Marzocchi RSUs With External Reservoirs And Adjustable Preload, Wheel Travel - 116 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/80-16
Front :-120/70 R17, Rear :-160/60 R17
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
805 mm
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2070*792*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1545 mm
1413 mm
Length
2250 mm
2070 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
Not Available
Height
Not Available
1140 mm
Width
840 mm
792 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.7 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
221 Kg
216 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED

Frame Type
Hoop-style Frame
Tubular Steel, With Steel Cradles
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD TFT
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
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
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
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
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
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
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
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Harley Davidson Nightster Vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Nightster vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200?
The Triumph Speed Twin 1200 is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Nightster by ₹70,200.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Nightster vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200?
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 Speed Twin 1200 produces 105 PS @ 7750 rpm of power and 112 Nm @ 4250 rpm of torque

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