Suzuki Boulevard M109r vs Harley-davidson Nightster
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Boulevard M109r vs Harley-davidson Nightster. Suzuki Boulevard M109r: 127 hp @ 6,200 rpm hp, 347 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h (estimated; Suzuki does not publish an official figure), 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
Suzuki Boulevard M109r
Harley-davidson Nightster
Horsepower (hp)
127 hp
89 hp
Torque (Nm)
160 Nm
95 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
200 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
347 kg
220 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
127 hp @ 6,200 rpm
89 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
160 Nm @ 3,200 rpm
95 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
200 km/h (estimated; Suzuki does not publish an official figure)
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
347 kg (wet/curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5–8.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Boulevard M109r
8.2/10
"The cruiser that makes Harley owners quietly nervous at stoplights."
Pros
+Savage torque below 4000rpm
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Stunning factory styling
Cons
−Brutal summer heat soak
−240 rear hunts badly
−Cramped for taller riders
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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