Comparing the KTM 50 SX and the Nightster side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the KTM 50 SX is available at a price on request, while the Nightster is priced at ₹1,351,000. On the engine front, the KTM 50 SX comes with a 49.9 cc unit compared to the Nightster's 975 cc, producing 5.3 bhp @ 11500 rpm and 89 HP (66 kW) @ 7,500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 30 kmpl for the KTM 50 SX versus 18.18 Kmpl for the Nightster. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid‑cooled |
| Displacement | 49.9 cc | 975 cc |
| Engine Type | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine | Revolution Max 975T V‑twin (DOHC, VVT) |
| Power | 5.3 bhp @ 11500 rpm | 89 HP (66 kW) @ 7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 5.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm | 95 Nm @ 5,750 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 2.3 L | 11.7 L |
| Mileage | 30 kmpl | 18.18 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 41 | 221 |
| Seat Height | 653 | 705 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | Dual‑channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 160 mm | Disc |
| Front Suspension | XACT 35 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 35 mm | 41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps. |
| Rear Brake | Disc 160 mm | Disc |
| Rear Suspension | XACT WP mono shock | Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting (no linkage) emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and a threaded collar for pre-load adjustment. |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 60/100 - 12 | 100/90‑19 Dunlop® Harley‑Davidson Series bias |
| Rear Tyre | 2.75 - 10 | 150/80-16 Dunlop® Harley‑Davidson Series bias |
| Tyre Type | Tubed | Bias‑ply tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | — | LED |
Other Specifications |
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| Bike Image 1 | — |
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| Bike Image 2 | — |
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| Bike Image 3 | — |
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| Cluster | — | Semi‑digital (Std), Digital (Special) |
| Color Options | Electronic Orange | Vivid BlackDark Billiard GrayWhiskey FireSnake Venom |
| Fuel System | — | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 475000 | STD | 1454000 Special | 1538000 |
| Starter | Kick Start Only | Electric |
| Transmission | Manual | 6‑speed manual |








