Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021 vs. Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

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Overview - Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021 vs Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021 compared to Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021
Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore83 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power61 HPEngine power89 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque62.4 NmTorque95 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement975 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel114 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel80 mmTravel76.2 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typePerimeterFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
TrailTrail120 mmTrail137 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,310 mmLength2,250 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight705 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height705 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)229 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)221 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity11.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Harley-Davidson Nightster

Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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Price Harley-Davidson Nightster

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