Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber: 55 hp @ 6,250 rpm hp, 229 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), 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 V9 Bobber
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
55 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
62 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
229 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
55 hp @ 6,250 rpm
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
62 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
229 kg (wet/curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 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
Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber
7.5/10
"Flawed but deeply lovable — buy one with your heart, not spreadsheet."
Pros
+Incredible torquey V-twin character
+Shaft drive zero maintenance
+Stunning authentic bobber aesthetics
Cons
−Early fueling surging issues
−Suspension too soft loaded
−Dealer network frustratingly sparse
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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