Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: October 6, 2026

Yamaha YZF-R2 price starts at Rs. 2.31 Lakh, which is Rs. 12.24 Lakh 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 YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Nightster and YZF-R2, the YZF-R2 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Nightster stands out for performance.

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Nightster vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson NightsterYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.54 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Mileage 18.18 kmplNot Available
Engine 975 cc204 cc
Max power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 221 Kg149 Kg

Nightster vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Harley-Davidson Nightster STDYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
1 review
2 reviews
Brand Name Harley-Davidson Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.54 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Revolution® Max 975T Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Nightster Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
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. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 40,657 Nightster Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 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
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Revolution® Max 975T
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
975 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
97 mm
66 mm
Stroke
66 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

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

Suspension-Front
41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD 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.
Linked-Type Monocross

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/80-16
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
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
810 mm
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1545 mm
1340 mm
Length
2250 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
170 mm
Height
Not Available
1140 mm
Width
840 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.7 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
221 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 5AH

Frame Type
Hoop-style Frame
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
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
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
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
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes
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Harley Davidson Nightster Vs Yamaha YZF-R2 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Nightster vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Nightster by ₹12.24 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Nightster vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
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, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque

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