Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022 vs. BMW K 1200 LT 2009

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

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Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022 compared to BMW K 1200 LT 2009

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022
BMW K 1200 LT 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore79 mmBore70.5 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke75 mm
Engine powerEngine power89 HPEngine power116 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque95 NmTorque120 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque5,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
DisplacementDisplacement975 ccmDisplacement1.171 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height770 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11.7 lFuel Tank Capacity24 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

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

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Nightster vs BMW K 1200 LT

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