The $10,000 Question: Harley-Davidson Nightster vs. Honda Rebel 1100

Two modern cruisers face off with a $10,000 budget: Harley-Davidson Nightster and Honda Rebel 1100. The Nightster starts at $9,999 and climbs to $11,199 for an orange variant, while the Rebel 1100 is $9,699 with a manual transmission; a dual-clutch option adds $700. The Harley uses a 975cc Revolution Max 975T V‑Twin, while the Rebel pairs a 1,083cc Unicam parallel-Twin with SOHC. Dyno results show the Rebel at about 78.3 hp and 67.4 lb-ft, with the Nightster at 76.0 hp and 63.5 lb-ft. The Rebel’s broader rev range and easier daily use, plus better fuel economy in testing, give it an edge.