Harley-Davidson Model D vs NSU 6PS (1929)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson Model Dstacks up against the NSU 6PS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson Model DNSU 6PS
Model year19291927
Price
Engine743 cc743 cc
Weight155 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speed
Tires3-26 / 3-26 3-26 / 3-26

Harley-Davidson Model D vs NSU 6PS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson Model D and the NSU 6PS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson Model D brings its published horsepower, while the NSU 6PS counters with its own power figure at 155 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: