Royal Enfield Thunderstorm 500 vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Royal Enfield Thunderstorm 500 vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Royal Enfield Thunderstorm 500: ~27.5 hp @ 5,250 rpm (estimated, based on RE 500cc UCE engine) hp, ~195 kg (estimated wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~130 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. 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 Thunderstorm 500
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
27.5 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
41.3 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
195 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
~27.5 hp @ 5,250 rpm (estimated, based on RE 500cc UCE engine)
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
~41.3 Nm @ 4,000 rpm (estimated, based on RE 500cc UCE engine)
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
~130 km/h (estimated)
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
~195 kg (estimated wet/curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~25-28 km/L (estimated, based on RE 500cc platform average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Royal Enfield Thunderstorm 500
6.5/10
"Charming budget cruiser, but verify exactly what you're buying first."
Pros
+Authentic thumper character
+Cheap used market prices
+Simple mechanically DIY-friendly
Cons
−Electrical gremlins plague older examples
−Vibration tires you long-term
−Verify model name before buying
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
Top 10 Accessories
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