Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022 vs. Yamaha MT-07 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Yamaha MT-07 2022

Overview - Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022 vs Yamaha MT-07 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Yamaha MT-07 2022

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022 compared to Yamaha MT-07 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Yamaha MT-07 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Yamaha MT-07 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	79 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66 mm	Stroke	68.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	89 HP	Engine power	73.4 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	95 Nm	Torque	67 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	11.5
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	689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	114 mm	Travel	130 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	76.2 mm	Travel	130 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	60 degree	Rake	65.5 degree
Trail	Trail	137 mm	Trail	90 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	298 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	245 mm

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	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,250 mm	Length	2,085 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	780 mm
Height	Height	705 mm	Height	1,105 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,545 mm	Wheelbase	1,400 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	705 mm	Seat Height	805 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	221 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	184 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.7 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	245 km	Range	333 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	126 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	98 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.1 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.2 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights	Equipment	LED-Headlights

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

Yamaha MT-07 2022

Hardly any other motorbike in the so-called entry-level class is as much fun as the Yamaha MT-07. Even the version that is throttled down to 48 hp can keep up with the full version for longer than you would expect due to its comparatively large displacement. The remaining components also do well, both the brakes and the suspension don't want to scare anyone with too much harshness, but don't immediately reach the limit even with sportier riders. The look is now more coherent, the minimalist LED headlight fits in perfectly with the angular look.

lively, powerful engine

good sound

comfortable seating position

good braking system

instruments easy to read

Chassis not adjustable

no TFT display