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XDiavel V4 2026 vs Nightster 2025

If straight-line speed is your priority, the XDiavel V4 takes the lead. With 77 HP more than the Nightster, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. When it comes to agility, the Nightster has a clear advantage. Weighing in 11kg less than the XDiavel V4, it will feel significantly easier to handle in low-speed traffic, parking maneuvers, and twisty corners. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the Nightster. Its seat height is 82mm lower than the XDiavel V4, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the xdiavel-v4 offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Ducati XDiavel V4 2026XDiavel V4
20261158 cc • 168 hp
Harley-Davidson Nightster 2025Nightster
2025975 cc • 91 hp
SpecXDiavel V4Nightster
Displacement1158975
Power16891
Cylinders42
Weight229218
Seat height770688
MSRP (US)289959999