Yamaha XV950 Racer 2016 vs. Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Yamaha XV950 Racer 2016

Yamaha XV950 Racer 2016

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

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Overview - Yamaha XV950 Racer 2016 vs Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Yamaha XV950 Racer 2016

Yamaha XV950 Racer 2016

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Technical Specifications Yamaha XV950 Racer 2016 compared to Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Yamaha XV950 Racer 2016
Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore85 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke83 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power52 HPEngine power89 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque79.5 NmTorque95 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,000 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement942 ccmDisplacement975 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel135 mmTravel114 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel110 mmTravel76.2 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter298 mmDiameter320 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter298 mmDiameter260 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,295 mmLength2,250 mm
WidthWidth775 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,160 mmHeight705 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,570 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height765 mmSeat Height705 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)251 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)221 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity11.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XV950 Racer 2016

Yamaha XV950 Racer 2016

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 Yamaha XV950 Racer vs Harley-Davidson Nightster

Price Yamaha XV950 Racer

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