Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022 vs Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022
Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore79 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power89 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque95 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement975 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
TravelTravel114 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
TravelTravel76.2 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake60 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail137 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,250 mmLength2,115 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight705 mmHeight1,105 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,545 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)221 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)202 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11.7 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A
RangeRange245 kmRange333 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

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

Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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