Bajaj Avenger 220 vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Bajaj Avenger 220 vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Bajaj Avenger 220: 19.03 hp @ 8,400 rpm hp, 152 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 114 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Harley-davidson Nightster: 89 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 220 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Bajaj Avenger 220
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
19.03 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
17.55 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
114 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
152 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
19.03 hp @ 8,400 rpm
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
17.55 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
114 km/h
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
152 kg (curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.0 L/100km or approximately 33 km/L
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Bajaj Avenger 220
6.5/10
"Solid budget cruiser if you buy carefully and manage expectations."
Pros
+Relaxed, comfortable riding position
+Affordable parts and servicing
+Decent highway cruising ability
Cons
−Mediocre braking performance
−Cheap plastics and switchgear
−Limited power for overtaking
Harley-davidson Nightster
7.8/10
"A genuinely good motorcycle that earns respect beyond the badge."
Pros
+Revolution Max engine is excellent
+Actually corners with confidence
+Low, manageable seat height
Cons
−Stock seat is punishment
−Cramped for tall riders
−Limited wind protection
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