Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Harley-davidson Nightster — which has more power?

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star produces 63 hp @ 5,000 rpm (estimated; Yamaha did not officially publish power output for this model); Harley-davidson Nightster produces 89 hp @ 7,500 rpm. Harley-davidson Nightster wins by 26 hp.

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Harley-davidson Nightster — which is faster?

Top speed: Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star 175 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer did not officially publish a top speed figure), Harley-davidson Nightster 185 km/h (estimated). Harley-davidson Nightster is the faster of the two.

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Harley-davidson Nightster — which is lighter?

Weight: Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star 308 kg (wet/curb weight), Harley-davidson Nightster 220 kg (wet/curb weight).

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Harley-davidson Nightster — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star 5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L typical real-world average), Harley-davidson Nightster 5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Harley-davidson Nightster — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star 7.5/10 and Harley-davidson Nightster 7.8/10. Harley-davidson Nightster scores higher on the overall verdict. Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star caveat: You prefer sporty handling or stand tall. Harley-davidson Nightster caveat: You need long-distance touring comfort daily.

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Harley-davidson Nightster — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star: 63 hp. Harley-davidson Nightster: 89 hp.

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Harley-davidson Nightster — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star: 308 kg, 63 hp. Harley-davidson Nightster: 220 kg, 89 hp.

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Harley-davidson Nightster

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star: 63 hp @ 5,000 rpm (estimated; Yamaha did not officially publish power output for this model) hp, 308 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer did not officially publish a top speed figure), 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.