Harley Davidson Nightster vs Kawasaki Z900RS

Should you buy Harley Davidson Nightster or Kawasaki Z900RS Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Harley Davidson Nightster price in Delhi is Rs 1339000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Kawasaki Z900RS price in Delhi is Rs 1747000 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Nightster makes 89.7 PS and 95 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Z900RS stand at 111 PS and 98.5 Nm respectively. Harley Davidson offers the Nightster in 6 colours whereas the Kawasaki Z900RS comes in 1 colours. Out of 9 user reviews, Z900RS scores 4.2 whereas the Harley Davidson Nightster tallies 4.3 out of 5 based on 13 user reviews..The Harley Davidson Nightster Mileage is around 19.6 kmpl, while the Kawasaki Z900RS Mileage is around 15 kmpl.

Nightster vs Z900RS

Key Highlights	Nightster	Z900RS
Mileage (Overall)	19.6 kmpl	15 kmpl
Max Power	89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm	111 PS @ 8500 rpm
Body Type	Cruiser Bikes	Scrambler Bikes
Engine Type	Revolution™ Max 975T	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four, 16 valves, DOHC

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Basic Information	Harley Davidson Nightster	Kawasaki Z900RS
On-Road Price	Rs.14.98 Lakh onwards	Rs.19.32 Lakh onwards
Mileage (Overall)	19.6 kmpl	15 kmpl
Max Power	89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm	111 PS @ 8500 rpm
User Rating	4.3 Based on Harley Davidson Nightster Reviews	4.2 Based on Kawasaki Z900RS Reviews
Body Type	Cruiser Bikes	Scrambler Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 41,020 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years	₹ 52,904 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.38,852 Nightster Insurance	Rs.45,255 Z900RS Insurance
Colours	Billiard GrayVivid Black	Metallic Diablo Black
Brochure	Brochure not available	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Harley Davidson Nightster

Kawasaki Z900RS

On-Road Price

Rs.14.98 Lakh onwards

Rs.19.32 Lakh onwards

Mileage (Overall)

19.6 kmpl

15 kmpl

Max Power

89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm

111 PS @ 8500 rpm

User Rating

4.3

Based on Harley Davidson Nightster Reviews

4.2

Based on Kawasaki Z900RS Reviews

Body Type

Cruiser Bikes

Scrambler Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 41,020

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Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

₹ 52,904

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.38,852
Nightster Insurance

Rs.45,255
Z900RS Insurance

Colours

Billiard GrayVivid Black

Metallic Diablo Black

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	Revolution™ Max 975T	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four, 16 valves, DOHC
Displacement	975 cc	948 cc
No. of Cylinders	2	4
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder	-	4
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Ignition	-	Digital
Gear Box	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	97 mm	73.4 mm
Stroke	66 mm	56 mm
Compression Ratio	12.0:1	10.8:1
Emission Type	bs6-2.0	bs6-2.0
Max Torque	95 Nm @ 5750 rpm	98.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Starting	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Revolution™ Max 975T

Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four, 16 valves, DOHC

Displacement

975 cc

948 cc

No. of Cylinders

Cooling System

Liquid Cooled

Features
Instrument Console	Analogue and Digital	Analogue and Digital
USB Charging Port	No	No
Speedometer	Analogue	Analogue
Techometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Analogue
Additional Features Of Variant	Coolant Temperature Alert, ABS Alert, High Beam Indicator, Rear ABS Disabled Indication, Failure Indication Alert, Neutral Position Indication, Low Tyre Pressure Indication, Check Engine Light Indication, Oil Pressure Alert, Drag-Torque Slip Control System	Economical Riding Indicator
Seat Type	Single	Single
Body Graphics	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	-
Passenger Footrest	-	Yes
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Features

Instrument Console

Analogue and Digital

USB Charging Port

Speedometer

Analogue

Techometer

Digital

Features and Safety
Switchable ABS	-	Yes
Service Due Indicator	Yes	-
Fuel Gauge	Digital	-
Riding Modes	Yes	-
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Coolant Temperature Alert, ABS Alert, High Beam Indicator, Rear ABS Disabled Indication, Failure Indication Alert, Neutral Position Indication, Low Tyre Pressure Indication, Check Engine Light Indication, Oil Pressure Alert, Drag-Torque Slip Control System	Economical Riding Indicator
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Features and Safety

Switchable ABS

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Performance
Overall Mileage	19.6 kmpl	15 kmpl
Top Speed	180 kmph	220 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

19.6 kmpl

15 kmpl

Top Speed

180 kmph

220 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	11.7 l	17 L
Width	-	865 mm
Length	2250 mm	2100 mm
Height	-	1150 mm
Saddle Height	705 mm	835 mm
Ground Clearance	110 mm	130 mm
Wheelbase	1545 mm	1470 mm
Dry Weight	211 kg	-
Kerb Weight	221 kg	215 kg
Engine Oil	4.5 L	-
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

11.7 l

17 L

Width

865 mm

Length

2250 mm

2100 mm

Height

1150 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	LED	LED
DRLs	Yes	-
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

LED

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter	-	300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	-	250 mm

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

300 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

250 mm

Underpinnings
Frame	Hoop-style Frame	Trellis, High Tensile Steel

Underpinnings

Frame

Hoop-style Frame

Trellis, High Tensile Steel

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User Reviews of Comparison

Nightster
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R
ravinuthala on Mar 18, 2025
4.8
Great deal
Bike looks and perfomance was awesome. It's very comfortable to ride on roads in villages and city's also And also it was comfortable for long riding persons this engine was extremly performed this bikes looks great feeling I think this is the best bike in superbikes I can defnetly refer this bike to my friends or family circle
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masna on Dec 06, 2024
4.7
Nightster king of cruisers
Nightster is a bike which can be a dream for anyone, it's like a bike from heaven, it's looks can't be described in words and the way it is designed, it has the potential to be the best cruiser and what handling technology due to its weight. I can only say wahhhh wahhhhh.
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zakriya on Nov 22, 2024
4.5
The power of davidson is unbelievable.
Best bike I have ever scene. It has best mileage and best look.it has unbelievable engine. Which gives amazing power.
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ummasalumma on Oct 04, 2024
4.2
My favorite motorcycle's review
it's a fantastic and fabulous motorcycle I ever see and I am happy to own this motor cycle Thank to harly Davidson dealership
K
kush on Sep 19, 2024
4.2
Great bike
Yeah it was a great experience of having this beautiful machine it was one of my most favourite bikes that I ever had the feel of the bike was really very good.
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vishal on May 14, 2024
4.7
This is a my favorite
This is a my favorite bike. This bike is most powerful engin. It has a 17 ltr. Fuel capacity. This bike had a 948cc engin.
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darshan on May 07, 2024
4.8
experiences, but I can provide
experiences, but I can provide details about the Kawasaki Z900RS. It's a retro-style motorcycle inspired by the classic Z1 from the 1970s. The Z900RS features a powerful inline-four engine, modern chassis components, and classic styling cues like round headlamps and a teardrop fuel tank. Riders often praise its blend of nostalgic design with contemporary performance and handling.
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sahil on May 06, 2024
4.5
Dream bike, z900, i can
Dream bike, z900, i can do anything to buy this in future, i can't wait for this, my favourite bike uffff
R
rishi on May 09, 2023
4.0
Highly Recommended - Kawasaki Z900RS
The Kawasaki Z900RS is an exceptional motorcycle that delivers great power, smooth handling, and a retro-inspired design. It's comfortable for long rides and has modern features like LED lighting and a digital instrument cluster.
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G
gurpreet on Apr 11, 2023
4.0
Impressed with the Kawasaki Z900RS
I am very impressed with the Kawasaki Z900RS, it performs very well. I personally find the seat a bit hard, and the windscreen offers limited wind protection at high speeds. The fuel tank capacity is also relatively small, which can be a minor inconvenience on long rides.
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FAQs on Harley Davidson Nightster and Kawasaki Z900RS

Q) Which bike is better Harley Davidson Nightster or Kawasaki Z900RS?

A) As per our average user rating, Harley Davidson Nightster has a score of 4.3/5 while Kawasaki Z900RS has rate of 4.2 /5.

Q) Which bike among Harley Davidson Nightster and Kawasaki Z900RS is cheaper?

A) Harley Davidson Nightster price starts at Rs 1339000 & Kawasaki Z900RS price starts at Rs 1747000 in Delhi . Harley Davidson Nightster is cheaper between these.

Harley Davidson Nightster vs Kawasaki Z900RS

Nightster vs Z900RS