Honda Rebel 1100 vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Rebel 1100 vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Honda Rebel 1100: 87 hp @ 7,000 rpm hp, 233 kg (curb weight, standard transmission; DCT version approx. 238 kg) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated; Honda does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 8.2/10. 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
Honda Rebel 1100
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
87 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
98 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
233 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
87 hp @ 7,000 rpm
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
98 Nm @ 4,750 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h (estimated; Honda does not officially publish top speed)
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
233 kg (curb weight, standard transmission; DCT version approx. 238 kg)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18.2 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Honda Rebel 1100
8.2/10
"The cruiser that actually rewards riders who like riding."
Pros
+Strong, tractable parallel twin
+DCT option genuinely useful
+Honda reliability track record
Cons
−DCT early software gremlins
−Limited aftermarket support still
−Seat comfort drops after hours
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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