Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022 vs. Honda CMX500 Rebel 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2022

Overview - Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022 vs Honda CMX500 Rebel 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2022

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022 compared to Honda CMX500 Rebel 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	79 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	89 HP	Engine power	46 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	95 Nm	Torque	44.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	10.7
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	975 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Shock mount	Shock mount	direct	Shock mount	Pro-Link
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Showa

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	60 degree	Rake	62 degree
Trail	Trail	137 mm	Trail	110 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	16 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,250 mm	Length	2,188 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	820 mm
Height	Height	705 mm	Height	1,094 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,545 mm	Wheelbase	1,488 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	705 mm	Seat Height	690 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	221 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	191 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.7 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.2 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2
Range	Range	245 km	Range	302 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	126 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	85 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.1 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	3.7 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Comfort on long rides, a lot of fun on winding roads and easy handling: I felt at home on the new Harley-Davidson Nightster right from the start. It's a bike that can be ridden fast around the bends or cruised in a relaxed way - with an engine that is powerful but not intimidating. On the modern Sportster version, I appreciate the presence of traction control, anti-hopping clutch and different riding modes. The Nightster gives me a real Harley feeling, just a little more unexcited compared to its predecessors. For my California trip, it was exactly the right choice.

easy handling

comfort on long distances

extensive equipment with riding modes, traction control, anti-hopping clutch and more

chic & modern Sportster look.

Relatively small fuel tank

Keyless system only for ignition, not for handlebar lock and fuel tank

Rear suspension not very comfortable on rough road surfaces

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2022

Riding fun and beginner-friendliness - Honda manages to combine these attributes in the Rebel 500. Thanks to its low weight and compact wheel dimensions, it brings joy on the country road and will not overtax anyone in everyday life. No longer an insider tip for cruiser fans!

compact dimensions

enough power

fun to drive

cool look

Display poorly legible

engine somewhat characterless