Triumph Bonneville America vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Triumph Bonneville America vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Triumph Bonneville America: 61 hp @ 6,800 rpm hp, 231 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. 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
Triumph Bonneville America
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
61 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
68 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
231 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
61 hp @ 6,800 rpm
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
68 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
231 kg (wet/curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.2 L/100km (approx. 19.2 km/L)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Triumph Bonneville America
7.8/10
"An underrated used cruiser that punches well above its price point."
Pros
+Smooth, characterful parallel twin
+Excellent parts availability
+Comfortable upright riding position
Cons
−Cam tensioner issues pre-2008
−Fork seals wear prematurely
−Limited wind protection
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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