Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 1200 (XL1200NS) vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 1200 (XL1200NS) vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 1200 (XL1200NS): 50 hp @ 5,500 rpm hp, 256 kg (wet weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h. 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 Sportster Iron 1200 (XL1200NS)
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
50 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
96 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
256 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
50 hp @ 5,500 rpm
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
96 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
256 kg (wet weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.8 L/100km
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 1200 (XL1200NS)
No detailed review available yet.
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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