Indian Scout vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Indian Scout vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Indian Scout: 100 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 256 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. 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
Indian Scout
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
100 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
97 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
256 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
100 hp @ 8,000 rpm
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
97 Nm @ 5,900 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L) — estimated real-world average
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Indian Scout
8.0/10
"A genuinely compelling used buy if you check the electrics first."
Pros
+Punchy low-end torque
+Head-turning authentic styling
+Bulletproof belt final drive
Cons
−Early charging system gremlins
−Cramped for tall riders
−Limited wind protection
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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