Can-am Spyder F3-s vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Can-am Spyder F3-s vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Can-am Spyder F3-s: 115 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 386 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated; note: electronically influenced), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Harley-davidson Nightster: 89 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 220 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Can-am Spyder F3-s
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
115 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
117 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
386 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
115 hp @ 7,500 rpm
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
117 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h (estimated; note: electronically influenced)
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
386 kg (curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
No
Individual Reviews
Can-am Spyder F3-s
7.5/10
"Flawed but legitimately thrilling machine that deserves more respect than it gets."
Pros
+Thunderous triple cylinder engine
+Genuinely confidence-inspiring brakes
+Cornering stability is excellent
Cons
−Brutal summer heat soak
−Belt maintenance costs add up
−Width makes lane filtering impossible
Harley-davidson Nightster
7.8/10
"A genuinely good motorcycle that earns respect beyond the badge."
Pros
+Revolution Max engine is excellent
+Actually corners with confidence
+Low, manageable seat height
Cons
−Stock seat is punishment
−Cramped for tall riders
−Limited wind protection
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