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Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Ducati Monster V2 Comparison

Compare Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Ducati Monster V2 to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Ducati Monster V2; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

Nightster vs Monster Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Nightster	Monster
Price	14.54 L	13.99 L
Power	975.0 CC	890.0 CC
Class	Cruiser	Sports
Mileage	18.00 KM/L	18.90 KM/L

Harley-Davidson Nightster

Ex-Showroom Price

₹14.54 L

Ducati Monster

Ex-Showroom Price

₹13.99 L

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Harley-Davidson Nightster

Base

14.54 L

Ducati Monster

STD

13.99 L

Overview Specifications Features

Overview

Overall Rating	N/A	8.1
Design	-	8.75
Performance	-	8.00
Fuel Consumption	-	7.75
Significance	-	7.75
Safety	-	8.75
Comfort	-	8.00
Value For Money	-	8.00

Specifications

Engine CC	975.0 CC	890.0 CC
Max Torque	95 Nm @ 5750 Rpm	91.1 Nm @ 7250 Rpm
Top Speed	180 kmph	200 kmph
No. of Gears	6 Gears	6 Gears
Starting Mechanism	Self Start	Self Start

Ground Clearance	120 mm mm	0 mm mm
Kerb Weight	221,225 KG	175 KG
Seat Height	705,715 mm	815 mm

Fuel tank Capacity	11.7 L	14.0 L
Mileage	18 KM/L	18 KM/L

Front Brake Type	Disc With 4-piston Caliper	Disc,Semi - Floating Discs
Rear Brake Type	Disc With Single-piston Caliper	Disc
Front Tyre	100/90 - 19	Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	150/80 - B16	Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 180/55 ZR17
Wheel Type	Aluminum Cast, Satin Black	Alloy Wheels

Features

ABS

Yes

Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC)	No	Yes
Ducati Traction Control (DTC)	No	Yes

Pros Cons of Harley-Davidson Nightster

Pros

Design
Engine performance
Handling

Cons

Price
Lacks features in instrumentation
Firm ride quality

Verdict

Harley-Davidson launched the new Nightster in India at a starting price of Rs 14.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Positioned below the Sportster S, Harley-Davidson categorises the Nightster under the brand's “sport” category. It is powered by the company’s new Revolution Max 975T v-twin engine which makes 88.5 bhp at 7,500 rpm and 95 Nm of peak torque at 5,750 rpm. It is stylish motorcycle but not the most practical. But if it is a style statement you want to make, few motorcycles do it better than the H-D Nightster.

Pros Cons Ducati Monster

Pros

The L-twin engine delivers a punchy mid-range pull and sharp top-end speed.
Standard 820 mm seat height can be dropped to as low as 775 mm (with optional kits) to suit various riders.
A lightweight aluminium frame drops the weight to just 166 kg and makes it exceptionally nimble through corners.
It has cornering ABS, traction control, wheelie control, and three riding modes (Sport, Urban, Touring).
The discs provide progressive lever feel and sharp braking power.
A bi-directional quickshifter allows you to benefit from clutchless gear changes.

Cons

Ride quality feels harsh when going over broken roads.
It has bare minimum padding for the pillion seat.
High import pricing and steep maintenance protocol can be deterrents.
The 14-litre fuel tank limits cruising range between fuel stops on highway runs.

Verdict

The Ducati Monster V2 is a classic Italian roadster with a sharp, featherweight package. Its explosive performance, track-derived chassis agility, and advanced electronics make it an absolute beast around twisties or when attacking weekend track sessions.

Yes, the firm ride over bumpy roads and virtually non-existent pillion comfort make its solo persona hard to digest. Even then, if you want authentic Italian character and razor-sharp cornering abilities, the Ducati Monster is truly hard to beat.