An instrument of expression, a machine born from an icon of yesterday evolved for the riders of today. A vehicle rooted in a legacy of authenticity and strength. With a depth that goes beyond form and function, creating an emotion 65 years in the making.
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Dimensions | RH975 Nightster™ | Notes |
Length | 86.9 in. (2,206 mm) | |
Overall Width | 32.9 in. (836 mm) | |
Overall Height | 43.6 in. (1,108 mm) | |
Seat Height, Laden | 27.1 in. (688 mm) | 2 |
Seat Height, Laden (Low seat position) | ||
Seat Height, Laden (High seat position) | ||
Seat Height, Laden (Low seat position with optional ARH suspension) | ||
Seat Height, Laden (High seat position with optional ARH suspension) | ||
Seat Height, Unladen | 27.8 in. (705 mm) | |
Seat Height, Unladen (Low seat position) | 4.5 in. (114 mm) | |
Seat Height, Unladen (High seat position) | ||
Seat Height, Unladen (Low seat position with optional ARH suspension) | ||
Seat Height, Unladen (High seat position with optional ARH suspension) | ||
Static Ground Clearance | ||
Dynamic Ground Clearance (with optional suspension) | ||
Rake (steering head) (deg) | 30 | |
Fork Angle (deg) | 28 | |
Trail | 5.4 in. (137 mm) | |
Wheelbase | 61.3 in. (1,556 mm) | |
Tires, Type | Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series Bias Blackwall | |
Tires, Front Model | D401F | |
Tires, Front Specification | 100/90-19 57H | |
Tires, Rear Model | D401T | |
Tires, Rear Specification | 150/80B16 77H | |
Fuel Capacity | 3.1 gal. (11.7 l) | |
Reserve Fuel Capacity, Fuel Injection (warning light) | 0.8 gal. (3 l) | |
Oil Capacity (w/filter) | 4.75 qt. (4.5 l) | |
Transmission Capacity | N/A | |
Primary Chain Case Capacity | N/A | |
Coolant Capacity | 2.22 qt. (2.1 l) | |
Weight, As Shipped | 462 lb. (210 kg) | |
Weight, In Running Order | 481 lb. (218 kg) | |
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | 922 lb. (418 kg) | |
Gross Axle Weight Rating, Front | 353 lb. (160 kg) | |
Gross Axle Weight Rating, Rear | 595 lb. (270 kg) | |
Luggage Capacity -Volume | N/A |
Engine | RH975 Nightster™ | Notes |
Engine | Revolution® Max 975T | |
Valves | Chain-driven, DOHC, hydraulic self-adjusting lifters, intake VVT; four valves per cylinder | |
Bore | 3.82 in. (97 mm) | |
Stroke | 2.6 in. (66 mm) | |
Displacement | 59.5 cu in (975 cc) | |
Compression Ratio | 12:1 | |
Fuel System | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) | 3 |
Air Cleaner | Downdraft intake, tuned velocity stacks, washable filter media | |
Exhaust | 2-into-1; catalyst in header | |
Lubrication System | Semi-Dry Sump |
Drivetrain | RH975 Nightster™ | Notes |
Primary Drive | Gear, 49/89 ratio | |
Final Drive | Belt, 80/34 ratio | |
Clutch | Mechanical, 8 plate wet, assist & slip, 1090N | |
Transmission | 6-speed | |
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 | RH975 Nightster™ | Notes |
Frame | Stressed-member, high strength low alloy steel trellis frame; stamped, cast, and forged junctions; MIG welded; aluminum forged mid-structure | |
Swingarm | Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped x-member; MIG welded | |
Front Fork | 41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps. | |
Front Fork, Optional | ||
Rear Shocks | Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting (no linkage) emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and a threaded collar for pre-load adjustment. | |
Rear Shocks, Optional | ||
Wheels, Optional Style Type | N/A | 4 |
Wheels, Front Type | Aluminum cast, satin black | 4 |
Wheels, Front Width | 2.5 in. (64 mm) | |
Wheels, Front Height | 19 in. (483 mm) | |
Wheels, Rear Type | Aluminum cast, satin black | 4 |
Wheels, Rear Width | 4.25 in. (108 mm) | |
Wheels, Rear Height | 16 in. (406 mm) | |
Brakes, Caliper Type | Front: axially mounted, 4-piston caliper; Rear: floating, single piston caliper | |
Brakes, Rotor Type | Front: single rotor, floating, hub - mounted; Rear: solid uniform expansion rotor | |
Brakes, Front Diameter | 12.6 in. (320 mm) | |
Brakes, Front Thickness | 0.23 in. (5.8 mm) | |
Brakes, Front is dual | No | |
Brakes, Rear Diameter | 10.2 in. (260 mm) | |
Brakes, Rear Thickness | 0.2 in. (5 mm) | |
Front brake lever free travel | N/A | |
Rear brake pedal free travel | N/A | |
Brakes, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | Standard | |
Suspension Travel, Front | 4.5 in. (114 mm) | |
Suspension Travel, Rear | 3 in. (76.2 mm) |
Performance | RH975 Nightster™ | Notes |
Engine Torque Testing Method | J1349 | |
Engine Torque | 70 ft-lb (95 Nm) | 5 |
Engine Torque (rpm) | 5,000 | |
Power (Hp/kW) | 90 HP / 67 kW @ 7500 rpm | |
Lean Angle Testing Method | J1168 | |
Lean Angle, Right (deg.) | 32 | |
Lean Angle, Left (deg.) | 32 | |
Maximum hill-starting ability | N/A | |
Fuel Economy Testing Method | Estimated City/Hwy | |
Fuel Economy | 52.4 mpg (4.5 l/100 km) | 6 |
CO₂ Emissions Testing Method | N/A | |
CO₂ Emissions | N/A |
Electric | RH975 Nightster™ | Notes |
Battery | Sealed, maintenance-free, absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery, 12V, 12Ah, 225 CCA at 0°F | |
Charging | Three-phase, 45 Amp system (300 Watts @13 Volts, 1200 rpm, 585 Watts max power @ 13 Volts, 2250 rpm) | |
Starting | 0.9 kW electric with direct drive starter motor engagement | |
Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp | All LED headlamp, low and high beam with signature position lighting | |
Lights (as per country regulation), Tail/Stop | All LED rear lighting | |
Lights (as per country regulation), Front Signal Lights | LED Bullet Turn Signals | |
Lights, Rear Turn Signals | LED Bullet Turn Signals | |
Gauges | 4-inch viewable round gauge area analog display with, Speedometer, L/R turn Indication, Traction Control Indication, Coolant Temperature Alert, ABS alert, Fog Lamp Indication, Battery Voltage Alert, High Beam Indicator, Low Fuel Indication, Rear-ABS Disabled Indication, Failure-Indication Alert, Neutral Position Indication, Low Tire Pressure indication, Check Engine Light indication, Oil Pressure Alert, Service Indication. | |
Auxiliary Lamps | N/A | |
Electric Power Outlet | N/A | |
GPS System | N/A | |
Reverse Gear | N/A |
Warranty And Service | RH975 Nightster™ | Notes |
Warranty | 24 months (unlimited mileage) | 7 |
Service Interval | First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter | 8 |