Moto Guzzi Audace 1400 vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Moto Guzzi Audace 1400 vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Moto Guzzi Audace 1400: 96 hp @ 6,500 rpm hp, 317 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited), 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
Moto Guzzi Audace 1400
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
96 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
120 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
200 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
317 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
96 hp @ 6,500 rpm
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
120 Nm @ 2,750 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
200 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited)
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
317 kg (wet/curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L) — estimated real-world average
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Moto Guzzi Audace 1400
7.5/10
"A deeply individual machine that rewards patience and punishes impatience."
Pros
+Absolutely distinctive visual presence
+Massive torque below 4000rpm
+Genuine mechanical character
Cons
−Thin dealer and parts network
−Heavy for urban maneuvering
−Early electrical gremlins reported
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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