Royal Enfield Meteor 350 vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Royal Enfield Meteor 350: 20.2 hp @ 6,100 rpm hp, 191 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~130 km/h, 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
Royal Enfield Meteor 350
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
20.2 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
27 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
191 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
20.2 hp @ 6,100 rpm
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
27 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
~130 km/h
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
191 kg (wet/curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~3.0 L/100km or ~33 km/L (typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Royal Enfield Meteor 350
7.5/10
"The best Royal Enfield ever built, warts and all."
Pros
+Reliable modern J-platform engine
+Comfortable relaxed riding position
+Strong low-rev torque
Cons
−Weak above 70mph cruising
−Inconsistent paint and chrome
−Tripper pod wiring issues
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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