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Harley-Davidson Nightster vs Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Comparison

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

Nightster vs Forty-Eight Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsNightsterForty-Eight
Price14.54 L11.13 L
Power975.0 CC1202.0 CC
ClassCruiserCruiser
Mileage19.60 KM/L20 KM/L
Nightster
Harley-Davidson Nightster
*Ex-Showroom Price
14.54 L
Forty-Eight
Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight
*Ex-Showroom Price
11.13 L
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Harley-Davidson Nightster
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14.54 L
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Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight
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11.13 L

Overview

Overall Rating
N/A
7.1
Design-7.50
Performance-7.50
Fuel Consumption-4.50
Significance-6.50
Safety-7.00
Comfort-7.50
Value For Money-7.00

Specifications

Engine CC975.0 CC1202.0 CC
Max Torque95.00 @5750 Rpm97.00
Top Speed180 kmph177 kmph
No. of Gears6 Gears5 Gears
Starting MechanismN/ASelf Start

Features

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 Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight

Pros

  • Classic H-D cruiser styling
  • V-twin engine sound

Cons

  • Small fuel tank limits range
  • Gearbox not very refined
  • Performance & acceleration

Verdict

The Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special is definitely not your affordable cruiser. After all, there's a price to be paid to look uber cool and enhance your riding personality. If you're the kind of guy who wants to make a statement with your ride, and nothing short of an all-American v-twin cruiser will do, by all means take a good look at the Forty-Eight, you may end up bringing it home. Just keep in mind that it may start losing its appeal soon.

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