Precision Cycle Works Detroit Roadster vs Precision Cycle Works Nightmare (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Precision Cycle Works Detroit Roadsterstacks up against the Precision Cycle Works Nightmare. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPrecision Cycle Works Detroit RoadsterPrecision Cycle Works Nightmare
Model year20092009
Price
Engine1573 cc1573 cc
Seat height18 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Wilwood brake calipers with polished S.S. rotors.Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Wilwood brake calipers with polished S.S. rotors.Single disc
Tires90/90-21 / 250-18 90/90-21 / 250-18

Precision Cycle Works Detroit Roadster vs Precision Cycle Works Nightmare — which should you buy?

Picking between the Precision Cycle Works Detroit Roadster and the Precision Cycle Works Nightmare usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Precision Cycle Works Detroit Roadster brings its published horsepower, while the Precision Cycle Works Nightmare counters with its own power figure.

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: