Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLFB 2018 vs. Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLFB 2018

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLFB 2018

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLFB 2018 vs Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLFB 2018

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLFB 2018

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLFB 2018 compared to Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLFB 2018
Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore100 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke111.1 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power86 HPEngine power89 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,020 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque145 NmTorque95 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,000 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 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 gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,745 ccmDisplacement975 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake3 degreeRake60 degree
TrailTrail104 mmTrail137 mm

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width160 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height60 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width240 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height40 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,370 mmLength2,250 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,665 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height675 mmSeat Height705 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.9 lFuel Tank Capacity11.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLFB 2018

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLFB 2018

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 Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLFB vs Harley-Davidson Nightster

Price Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy FLFB

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Price Harley-Davidson Nightster

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