Nightster Special
$16,999
*Product specifications and price may vary; this is an approximate reference.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 975cc Revolution Max V-Twin |
| Displacement | 975cc |
| Power | 90 HP @ 7,500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm / 70 lb-ft |
| Weight | 221 kg / 487 lbs |
| Seat Height | 705 mm / 27.8" |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.8L / 3.1 gal |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h / 112 mph |
| Range | 225 km / 140 miles |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Electronics
Rider Modes
Performance & Efficiency
- Top Speed
- 180 km/h / 112 mph
- 0-60 mph
- 3.9 sec
- Fuel Economy
- 52 MPG
- Range
- 225 km / 140 miles
Reliability & Ownership
Reliability
Revolution Max engine is modern and liquid-cooled, avoiding overheating issues of air-cooled predecessors. Belt drive is durable.
Maintenance
Belt drive requires little attention. Hydraulic valve lash adjusters mean NO valve service required.
Comfort & Ergonomics
Low seat height inspires confidence. Mid-controls are balanced. Wind protection is minimal but adequate for city.
Overview
Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2025
The Nightster Special is the evolution of the iconic Sportster line. With the modern Revolution Max 975 engine and a darkened aesthetic, it represents the future of the American cruiser.
Revolution Max 975T Engine
A radical change for Harley-Davidson:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Configuration | 60° liquid-cooled V-Twin |
| Valve Train | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Power | 90 HP @ 7,500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm @ 5,000 RPM |
| Rev Limit | 9,500 RPM |
The Revolution Max Revolution
This engine breaks with decades of tradition:
- Liquid cooling (not air)
- Double overhead cams
- Much more power than the previous EVO Sportster
- Longer service intervals
Nightster Design
The “dark custom” aesthetic:
- Matte and satin black finishes
- Minimal chrome details
- Low-profile LED headlights
- Circular digital instrumentation
Modern Chassis
- Frame: Rigid with engine as structural element
- Weight: Just 221 kg (very light for a Harley)
- Seat Height: 705 mm (accessible)
- Steering Angle: 30°
- Trail: 101.6 mm
Suspension
- Front: 41mm inverted fork, Showa
- Rear: Dual shocks with adjustable preload
Brakes
- Front: Single 320mm disc, radial caliper
- Rear: 260mm disc
- ABS: Standard
Electronics
- Riding Modes: Road, Sport, Rain
- Traction Control: Adjustable
- ABS: Configurable
- Round display shows speed, RPM, gear, fuel level
The “Special” Model
The Special version adds over the base Nightster:
- Rear suspension with preload adjustment
- Premium finishes
- 19” front tire
Ideal For…
- Riders looking for an accessible Harley
- Those wanting modern power with classic styling
- Customizers (perfect platform for modifications)
- Entry into the Harley-Davidson world
H-D Customization
Harley offers an extensive accessories catalog:
- Custom seats
- Screamin’ Eagle exhausts
- Windshields and deflectors
- Hard saddlebags
- Hand guards and brackets
The Nightster Special proves Harley-Davidson can evolve without losing its soul. It’s modern, accessible, and very capable—something unthinkable in a Sportster a decade ago.