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All Bikes/Compare/Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible vs Harley-davidson Nightster

Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible vs Harley-davidson Nightster

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible: 75 hp @ 5,000 rpm (note: Harley-Davidson rates this engine primarily by torque; HP figure is an estimate based on dyno data) hp, 363 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated, note: Harley-Davidson does not officially publish top speed figures), Motoryk rating 7.2/10. 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

Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
75 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
149 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
363 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
75 hp @ 5,000 rpm (note: Harley-Davidson rates this engine primarily by torque; HP figure is an estimate based on dyno data)
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
149 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated, note: Harley-Davidson does not officially publish top speed figures)
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
363 kg (wet/curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L) — estimated real-world average
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible
Harley-davidson Cvo Softail Convertible
7.2/10

"A genuinely versatile cruiser worth buying only at the right price."

Pros
+Twin Cam 110 genuine torque
+Convertible system actually works
+CVO finish is exceptional
Cons
Punishing heat in traffic
Soft suspension limits spirited riding
CVO parts are expensive
Harley-davidson Nightster
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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