Harley-davidson Slim Softail vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Harley-davidson Slim Softail vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Harley-davidson Slim Softail: 93 hp @ 5,020 rpm (Milwaukee-Eight 107, 2018–present) hp, 300 kg (curb weight, 2020 model) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated; note: electronically limited in some markets), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. 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
Harley-davidson Slim Softail
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
93 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
145 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
300 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
93 hp @ 5,020 rpm (Milwaukee-Eight 107, 2018–present)
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
145 Nm @ 3,000 rpm (Milwaukee-Eight 107, 2018–present)
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h (estimated; note: electronically limited in some markets)
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
300 kg (curb weight, 2020 model)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.8 L/100km (approx. 17.2 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 Slim Softail
7.5/10
"A genuinely desirable cruiser — buy smart and you won't regret it."
Pros
+Timeless blacked-out styling
+Milwaukee-Eight genuinely impressive
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
−Suspension disappointingly soft stock
−Heavy for its power
−Rear tire wears fast
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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