2026 Nightster®
At 481 lbs wet with a low 27” seat height, the 2026 Nightster carries its weight where it counts: low, centered, and in your control. Add a blacked-out 975T Revolution Max® motor, selectable ride modes, LED lighting, and legacy Sportster styling, and you’ve got an incomparably capable machine, no matter where you’re coming from.
Disclaimer: Vehicle shown may vary visually by market and may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Availability may vary by market, please see your local dealer for details.
Key Features
Specifications
Pricing
| Base MSRP | $9,999.00 |
| Vivid Black | $300.00 |
| Custom Color | $1,200.00 |
| California Emissions | $200.00 |
| Freight | $730.00 |
Dimensions
| Length | 88.6 in |
| Seat height, unladen | 27.8 in |
| Rake (steering head) | 30° |
| Trail | 5.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 60.8 in |
| Tires, front specifications | 100/90-19 57H |
| Tires, rear specifications | 150/80B16 77H |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.1 gal |
| Oil capacity | 4.75 qt. |
| Weight, as shipped | 463 lbs |
| Weight, in running order | 481 lbs |
| Tire, type | Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series Bias Blackwall |
Engine
| Engine | Revolution® Max 975T |
| Bore | 3.8 in |
| Stroke | 2.6 in |
| Displacement | 59.50 in³ |
| Compression ratio | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel system | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
| Exhaust | 2-into-1; catalyst in header |
Performance
| Engine torque testing method | J1349 |
| Engine torque | 71.5 ft-lb |
| Engine torque (RPM) | 5750 |
| Horsepower | 91 HP / 68 kW @ 7500 rpm |
| Lean angle, right (deg.) | 32 |
| Lean angle, left (deg.) | 32 |
| Fuel economy testing method | Estimated City/Hwy |
| Fuel economy | 52 mpg (4.5 l/100 km) |
Powertrain
| Primary drive | Gear, 49/89 ratio |
| Gear ratios (overall) 1st | 12.21 |
| Gear ratios (overall) 2nd | 9.022 |
| Gear ratios (overall) 3rd | 6.994 |
| Gear ratios (overall) 4th | 5.641 |
| Gear ratios (overall) 5th | 4.731 |
| Gear ratios (overall) 6th | 4.131 |
Chassis
| Front fork | 41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks; aluminum fork triple clamps |
| Rear shocks | Dual outboard, direct-acting emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and threaded collar for preload adjustment |
| Wheels, front type | Aluminum cast, satin black |
| Wheels, rear type | Aluminum cast, satin black |
| Brakes, type | Front: single rotor, floating, hub-mounted; Rear: solid uniform expansion rotor |
| Brakes, caliper type | Front: axially mounted, 4-piston caliper; Rear: floating, single piston caliper |
Infotainment
| Screen size | 4″ Analog Instrument with Segmented LCD |
| Type | Analog display |
| Languages | English (default) |
| Vehicle information screen | Total Odometer (Selectable Miles or km), Trip A/B, Gear Position Indication, Fuel Range, 12/24 Hr Clock, Digital Tachometer, Segmented Fuel Level, Ride Mode Indication |
Color Options
| Dark Billiard Gray |
| Vivid Black |
| Blood Orange |
1Vehicles depicted may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Specifications and prices listed may differ from specifications and prices of vehicles manufactured and delivered. All product descriptions (including depictions, specifications, dimensions, measurements, ratings and competitive comparisons) are based on available information at the time of publication. Although such descriptions are believed correct, errors and changes can occur and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Harley-Davidson may make changes at any time to prices and specifications, and may change or discontinue models, without notice and without incurring any obligation. Attention: Vehicles in the configurations shown and many of the accessories described in this catalog may not be available for sale or use in some locations. Please check with your dealer for complete product details and the latest information. All models feature 6-speed transmission (VRSC™ models and Sportster® models are 5-speed) and carbon fiber belt final drive; multi-plate clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath; and 2-year unlimited mileage warranty.
3Recommended 91 octane or higher fuel (R+M)/2.
5Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region.
7Inspections of certain systems and components are required at 2,500 mile (4,000 km) intervals. See Owner’s Manual for full details.
9Limited availability. See your dealer for details and available colors.
11Freight price applies to the 48 contiguous states and Alaska only.12 Availability of colors may vary from dealer to dealer, and is subject to change without notice. Custom Color options have limited availability. See your dealer for details and available colors.