Suzuki SV-7GX 2026 vs. Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2025

Suzuki SV-7GX 2026

Suzuki SV-7GX 2026

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2025

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2025

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Technical Specifications Suzuki SV-7GX 2026 compared to Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2025

Suzuki SV-7GX 2026
Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2025
Suzuki SV-7GX 2026
Suzuki SV-7GX 2026
Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2025
Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore81 mmBore97 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power73.4 HPEngine power90 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque95 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,800 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
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
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement975 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel114 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountdirect
TravelTravel129 mmTravel76.2 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake25 degreeRake60 degree
TrailTrail106 mmTrail137 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter290 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter260 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction controlAdvanced 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 diameter17 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
LengthLength2,160 mmLength2,265 mm
WidthWidth910 mmWidth860 mm
HeightHeight1,295 mmHeight1,185 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height715 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)211 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)225 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.4 lFuel Tank Capacity11.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA
RangeRange414 kmRange245 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions97 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions130 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.5 l/100km
Ground clearanceGround clearance135 mmGround clearance120 mm

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket, Windscreen adjustable, Modern electronics, Charging & power, Lighting, WindshieldEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki SV-7GX 2026

Suzuki SV-7GX 2026

The Suzuki SV-7GX isn’t a bike for pub-talk heroes, but for clocking up real kilometres in everyday life. It combines the appealing V2 character with modern electronics, good wind protection and a price that’s really competitive in this class. You do feel the 211 kg when manoeuvring, and very tall riders or adrenaline junkies will be better off looking elsewhere. For everyone else, it’s an astonishingly well-rounded, accessible and highly recommendable Suzuki.

Excellent value for money

a leaner, familiar V2 character

a superb quickshifter

accessible ergonomics that suit many riders

great responsiveness from the engine

a comfortable ride

211 kg is noticeable when manoeuvring

too compact for very tall riders

the luggage rack is very sturdy but rather clunky in design

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2025

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Suzuki SV-7GX vs Harley-Davidson Nightster Special

Price Suzuki SV-7GX

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Price Harley-Davidson Nightster Special

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