Detailed comparison of Kawasaki Z900RS and Harley-Davidson Nightster. The ex-showroom price of Kawasaki Z900RS is ₹ 16,47,000 and Harley-Davidson Nightster is ₹ 14,99,000. Kawasaki Z900RS is available in 2 colours and Harley-Davidson Nightster is available in 3 colours. Compare Kawasaki Z900RS vs Harley-Davidson Nightster based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between Z900RS and Nightster.
| Kawasaki Z900RS 3.5 out of 5 | Harley-Davidson Nightster 4.0 out of 5 | - | - | |
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Kawasaki Z900RS vs Harley-Davidson Nightster Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 948 cc | 975 cc | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 215 kg | 221 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | N/A | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | N/A | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | N/A | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | N/A | - | - |
| Cylinders | 4 | N/A | - | - |
| Mileage - ARAI | N/A | 20 kmpl | - | - |
| Riding Range | N/A | 234 Km | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | N/A | 1.8 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 litres | 11.7 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 948 cc | 975 cc | - | - |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | - | - |
| Ignition | CDI | Digital | - | - |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 | - | - |
| Stroke | 56 mm | 66 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 73.4 mm | 97 mm | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS-VI | - | - |
| Max Torque | 98.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm | 95 Nm @ 5,750 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | 109.96 bhp @ 8,500 rpm | 88.5 bhp @ 7,500 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 215 kg | 221 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2,100 mm | 2,250 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1,470 mm | 1,545 mm | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 110 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 835 mm | 705 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | 865 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1,150 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Trellis, high-tensile steel | N/A | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 19 inch | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 16 inch | - | - |
| Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - ZR17 | 100/90 - 19 | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | 180/55 - ZR17 | 150/80 - B16 | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Front Suspension | 41mm inverted front forks | 41mm SHOWA™ Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Mono-shock | Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 300 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 250 mm | N/A | - | - |
| Calliper Type | Front - 4 Piston, Rear - Single Piston Caliper | N/A | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | N/A | 2 Year | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | N/A | Unlimited Kilometers | - | - |
Features |
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| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | N/A | - | - |
| Under seat storage | Yes | N/A | - | - |
| Additional features | Kawasaki Traction Control | Riding Modes | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Turn Signal | LED | Yes | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED | LED Taillamp | - | - |
| Headlight Type | LED | LED Headlamp | - | - |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Shift Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | Yes | No | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes | No | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | Yes | No | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | Yes | No | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Analogue | - | - |
| Low Battery Indicator | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | N/A | Yes | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | Yes | No | - | - |
| Tachometer | Analogue | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Analogue | Analogue | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | N/A | No | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | N/A | No | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | N/A | No | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Metallic Diablo Black
Candy Tone Blue
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Vivid Black
Gunship Gray
Redline Red
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Q: Which bike is better, Kawasaki Z900RS or Harley-Davidson Nightster?
A: According to our expert rating, Kawasaki Z900RS has a score of 3.5/5 whereas Harley-Davidson Nightster scored 4.0/5.
Q: Among Kawasaki Z900RS and Harley-Davidson Nightster, which bike is cheaper?
A: Harley-Davidson Nightster is cheaper than Kawasaki Z900RS . Harley-Davidson Nightster has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 14,99,000 while the ex-showroom price of Kawasaki Z900RS is ₹ 16,47,000.
Q: Apart from Kawasaki Z900RS and Harley-Davidson Nightster, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from Kawasaki Z900RS and Harley-Davidson Nightster the other similar alternatives are Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster, Triumph Bonneville Bobber, Triumph Bonneville T120 and Triumph Bonneville T100.
