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    BMW R18 vs Harley-Davidson Nightster

    BikeWale brings you comparison of BMW R18 and Harley-Davidson Nightster. The ex-showroom price of BMW R18 is ₹ 19,89,827 and Harley-Davidson Nightster is ₹ 12,24,000. BMW R18 is available in 1 colour and 4 variants and Harley-Davidson Nightster is available in 2 colours and 2 variants. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between BMW R18 and Harley-Davidson Nightster.

    BMW R18 vs Harley-Davidson Nightster Comparison Overview

    Key HighlightsR18Nightster
    Price₹ 19,89,827₹ 12,24,000
    Capacity1802 cc975 cc
    Power89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm 88.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm
    Economy----
    BMW R18

    BMW

    R18

    Standard
    ₹ 19,89,827
    Avg. Ex-Showroom price
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    Harley-Davidson Nightster

    Harley-Davidson

    Nightster

    Standard
    ₹ 12,24,000
    Avg. Ex-Showroom price
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            Specifications

            • Power & Performance

              Displacement (cc)
              		1,802975
              Max Power89.84 bhp @ 4,750 rpm88.5 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
              Max Torque158 Nm @ 3,000 rpm95 Nm @ 5,750 rpm
              Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)
              		1718
              Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)
              		----
              Riding Range (Km)
              		272211
              Top Speed (Kmph)
              		180180
              Riding ModesRock, Roll and RainSport, Road and Rain
              Transmission6 Speed Manual6 Speed Manual
              Transmission Type
              		Shaft DriveBelt Drive
              Gear Shifting Pattern
              		1 Down 5 Up1 Down 5 Up
              Cylinders
              		22
              Bore (mm)
              		107.197
              Stroke (mm)
              		10066
              Valves Per Cylinder
              		4--
              Compression Ratio
              		9.6 :112.0:1
              Ignition
              		CDICDI
              Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)
              		1--
              Cooling System
              		Air/Oil CooledLiquid Cooled
              Clutch
              		Single Plate ClutchAssist And Slipper Clutch
              Fuel Delivery SystemFuel InjectionFuel Injection
              Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
              		1611.7
              Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)
              		41.8
              Emission Standard
              		BS6 Phase 2BS6 Phase 2
              Fuel Type
              		PetrolPetrol

            • Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

              Front Suspension
              		Telescopic fork41mm SHOWA™ Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps
              Rear Suspension
              		Steel swinging fork with central shock strutRear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting
              Braking System
              		Dual Channel ABSDual Channel ABS
              Front Brake Type
              		DiscDisc
              Front Brake Size (mm)
              		300--
              Caliper - Front4 Piston4 Piston
              Rear Brake Type
              		DiscDisc
              Rear Brake Size (mm)
              		300--
              Caliper - Rear4 Piston1 Piston
              Wheel Type
              		SpokeAlloy
              Front Wheel Size (inch)
              		1919
              Rear Wheel Size (inch)
              		1616
              Front Tyre Size
              		120/70 - R19100/90 - 19
              Rear Tyre Size
              		180/65 - B16150/80 - B16
              Tyre Type
              		TubelessTubeless
              Radial Tyres
              		--
              Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)4231
              Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)4640
              Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)4231
              Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)4640

            • Dimensions & Chassis

              Kerb Weight (kg)
              		345221
              Seat Height (mm)
              		690705
              Ground Clearance (mm)
              		--110
              Overall Length (mm)
              		2,4402,250
              Overall Width (mm)
              		964840
              Overall Height (mm)
              		1,2321,108
              Wheelbase (mm)
              		1,7311,545
              Chassis Type
              		Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on underbeamsDouble-downtube Frame

            • Manufacturer Warranty

              Standard Warranty (Year)32
              Standard Warranty (Km)UnlimitedUnlimited

            • Service & Maintenance Schedule

              Free Services
              		0 Free Services0 Free Services

            Features

            • Instrument Cluster

              Touch Screen Display
              Instrument ConsoleSemi-DigitalSemi-Digital
              Odometer
              		DigitalAnalogue
              Speedometer
              		AnalogueAnalogue
              Fuel Guage
              Digital Fuel Guage
              Hazard Warning Indicator
              Average Speed Indicator
              OTA UpdatesNot AvailableNot Available
              Call/SMS Alerts
              Geo Fencing
              Distance to Empty Indicator
              Tachometer
              		DigitalDigital
              Stand Alarm
              No. of Tripmeters
              		22
              Tripmeter Type
              		DigitalDigital
              Gear Indicator
              Low Fuel Indicator
              Low Oil Indicator
              Low Battery Indicator
              Clock
              Service Reminder Indicator
              Battery
              		12 V / 26 Ah, maintenance-free12 V, 12 Ah, 225 CCA

            • Storage

              Front Storage Box
              Under Seat Storage

            • Mobile App Connectivity

              Mobile App Connectivity

            • Light System

              DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)
              AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
              Shift Light
              Headlight Type
              		LEDLED
              Brake/Tail Light
              		LEDLED
              Turn Signal
              		LEDLED
              Pass Light

            • GPS & Charging

              GPS & Navigation
              USB Charging Port

            • Switchgear

              Riding Modes Switch
              Traction Control
              Cruise ControlAvailableAvailable
              Hazard Warning Switch
              Start Type
              		Electric StartElectric Start
              Killswitch

            • Pillion Comfort

              Stepped Seat
              Pillion Backrest
              Pillion Grabrail
              Pillion Seat
              Pillion Footrest

            • Additional Features

              Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
              Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
              Additional Features----

            User Reviews

            Overall Rating

            4.5/5

            13 Ratings

            4.7/5

            10 Ratings

            Rating Parameters

            4.0Visual Appeal

            5.0Visual Appeal

            3.0Reliability

            5.0Reliability

            4.0Service Experience

            5.0Service Experience

            Most Helpful Review

            Real Cruiser

            The build quality and attention to detail are amazing. This bike is really fun to rid

            Little beast

            A powerhouse with an aggressive driving stance. Doesn't feel like a cruiser, the mid-

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            FAQs about R18 & Nightster

            Q: Which bike is better BMW R18 or Harley-Davidson Nightster?
            According to our average user rating, Harley-Davidson Nightster has a score of 4.7/5 while BMW R18 is rated 4.5/5.
            Q: Which bike among BMW R18 and Harley-Davidson Nightster is cheaper?
            Harley-Davidson Nightster is the cheapest among these bikes.
            Q: Which bike is heavier BMW R18 or Harley-Davidson Nightster?
            BMW R18 is heavier (345 kg) than Harley-Davidson Nightster (221 kg).

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