Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Royal Enfield Shotgun 650: 47 hp @ 7,250 rpm hp, 241 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~160 km/h (estimated), 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 Shotgun 650
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
47 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
52 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
160 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
241 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
47 hp @ 7,250 rpm
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
52 Nm @ 5,650 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
~160 km/h (estimated)
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
241 kg (wet/curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~3.5 L/100km or ~28 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 Shotgun 650
7.5/10
"Solid, characterful scrambler that rewards patient buyers willing to upgrade tyres."
Pros
+Reliable parallel twin engine
+Genuinely attractive scrambler styling
+Comfortable upright riding position
Cons
−Stock tyres are terrible
−Suspension too soft off-road
−Cramped for taller riders
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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