Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono vs Harley Davidson Nightster Special

Choosing between the Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono vs Harley Davidson Nightster Special? BikeJunction is here to help! The Hypermotard 698 Mono starts at ₹ 18.05 Lakh, while the Nightster Special is priced at ₹ 15.38 Lakh (ex-showroom). You can easily compare all the required parameters for your new two-wheeler. These two-wheelers have powerful motors with good performance. Among them, the Hypermotard 698 Mono offers 63 Nm @ 8,000 rpm torque. The Nightster Special gives 95 Nm @ 5750 torque. Apart from all this, you can pick from 1 colour options for the Hypermotard 698 Mono and 4 for the Nightster Special. you will get a more extensive comparison of Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono and Harley Davidson Nightster Special, which will definitely clear your confusion between these two-wheelers.

Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono vs Harley Davidson Nightster Special Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Hypermotard 698 Mono	Nightster Special
Price	₹ 18.05 Lakh	₹ 15.38 Lakh
Displacement	659 CC	975 CC
Power	76.43 bhp @ 9,750 rpm	88.50 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage	20.8 KMPL	18 KMPL

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Engine

Max Power Highest power the engine/motor can produce.	76.43 bhp @ 9,750 rpm	88.50 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque The highest twisting force the engine generates, which affects acceleration and pulling power.	63 Nm @ 8,000 rpm	95 Nm @ 5750
Compression Ratio Compression ratio is how much the engine squeezes air-fuel before ignition. Higher ratios mean more power; lower ratios improve durability.	13.1:1	12:1
Cooling System Method used to prevent engine overheating.	Liquid Cooled	N/A
Emission Type Pollution level compliance of the engine.	BS6 Phase 2	N/A
Engine Type Design and working of the two-wheeler's engine.	Superquadro Mono, singlecylinder, 4 valves per cylinder, Desmodromic timing, 2-balance countershafts, liquid cooled	Revolution™ Max 975T
Displacement Engine cylinder capacity measured in cc.	659	975
Bore Bore is the diameter of a bike’s engine cylinder. A larger bore allows more fuel-air mix, increasing power and speed.	116 mm	97 mm
No Of Cylinders	1	N/A
Stroke Stroke is the piston’s movement inside the engine cylinder. Longer strokes give more torque, shorter strokes give more speed and higher RPM.	62.4 mm	66 mm
Valve Per Cylinder Number of valves in each engine cylinder.	4	N/A
Min Charge	N/A	N/A
Max Charge	N/A	N/A

Tyres & Wheels

Tyre Size	Front : 120/70 - ZR17 , Rear : 1160/60 - ZR17	Front : 100/90-19 57H, Rear : 150/80B16 77H
Wheel Size	Front : 431.8 mm, Rear : 431.8 mm	N/A
Wheels Type	Alloy	Cast Aluminium
Tubeless Tyre A tyre without an inner tube, reducing puncture risks and maintaining air longer.	Tubeless	N/A
Ignition The system that starts the engine, usually via a key, button, or smart start.	CDI	N/A
Wheelbase The distance from the center of the front wheel to the center of the rear wheel, affecting stability, handling, and riding comfort.	1443 mm	1545 mm
Radial Tyre A tyre with strong sidewalls and better grip, durability, and heat resistance.	Yes	N/A

Brakes

Rear Brake	Disc	N/A
Abs (Anti-locking Braking System) Prevents wheel locking during hard braking, improving control and safety.	N/A	null
Front Brake	Disc	N/A
Braking Type	Dual Channel ABS	N/A

Fuel

Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	N/A
Fuel Type	Petrol	N/A
Fuel Capacity	12 L	11.7 L

Body

Body Type The overall design and shape of the bike (e.g., cruiser, sports, scooter).	Dirt Bike	N/A
Drive Type How power is sent to the wheels (e.g., chain, belt, shaft).	Chain Drive	N/A
Frame The main structure holding the bike together.	Tubular Steel Trellis Frame	N/A
Ground Clearance Distance between the bike’s lowest part and the ground.	N/A	120 mm
Kerb Weight Bike’s weight with fuel and fluids.	N/A	225 Kg
Length	N/A	2265 mm
Passenger Backrest A support accessory for the passenger’s back.	No	N/A
Passenger Footrest A component which support foots of the passenger.	Yes	N/A
Seat Height Distance from the ground to the seat.	904 mm	715 mm
Width	N/A	860 mm

Switches & Controls

Riding Modes Different settings (e.g., Sport, Eco, Rain) that adjust performance and power delivery.	Sport, Road, Urban and Wet	N/A
Starting The method to start the bike (e.g., electric start, kick start, or both).	Electric Start	N/A
Engine Kill Switch A button to instantly turn off the engine for safety and convenience.	Yes	N/A
Traction Control A system that prevents wheel slip by adjusting power during acceleration on slippery surfaces.	Yes	N/A

Meter

Display A screen that shows important riding information like speed, fuel, and trip details.	LCD display with IBN technology	N/A
Fuel Gauge Indicates the current fuel level in the tank.	Yes	N/A
Instrument Console The main dashboard displaying speed, fuel, engine stats, and warnings.	Digital	N/A
Odometer Measures and records the total distance the bike has traveled since new.	Digital	N/A
Speedometer Displays the current speed of the bike in km/h or mph.	Digital	N/A
Tripmeter Tracks specific trip distances separately from the odometer, useful for measuring short rides.	Digital	N/A
Techometer	Digital	N/A
Clock	Yes	N/A

Clutch & Gear

Clutch A device that connects and disconnects the engine from the wheels for smooth gear shifts.	Assist And Slipper Clutch	N/A
Transmission The entire system that transfers engine power to the wheels (includes clutch and gearbox).	6 Speed Manual	N/A

Lights

Drls	Yes	N/A
Low Fuel Indicator A warning light when fuel is low.	Yes	N/A

Shockers

Suspension Front	Ø 45 mm Marzocchi fully adjustable aluminum fork	N/A
Suspension Rear	Progressive linkage with Sachs fully adjustable monoshock. Aluminium double-sided swingarm	N/A

Seat

Stepup Seat

Yes

N/A

Others

Additional Features	Ducati Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control, Ducati Brake Light	N/A
Cruise Control A feature in which rider can set a steady speed without using the throttle.	No	N/A