Yamaha V-star 1100 vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha V-star 1100 vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Yamaha V-star 1100: 62 hp @ 5,750 rpm hp, 272 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 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
Yamaha V-star 1100
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
62 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
87 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
272 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
62 hp @ 5,750 rpm
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
87 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
272 kg (wet/curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L (typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha V-star 1100
7.5/10
"A dependable, unpretentious cruiser that rewards patient, practical riders."
Pros
+Shaft drive, zero maintenance
+Exceptional long-term reliability
+Smooth, torquey V-twin
Cons
−Suspension genuinely poor stock
−Carb needs attention neglected
−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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