2025Harley-Davidson Nightster Special

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The 2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster Special is a lightweight cruiser designed for riders seeking nimble handling and approachable performance. Known for its mid-sized displacement, comfortable ergonomics, and classic styling, it excels as an entry-level or casual cruiser that doesn't compromise on authentic Harley character. Its compact wheelbase and manageable weight make it ideal for new riders and urban commuting alike.

Capacity: 975.1 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 210.9 kg
Seat height: 688 mm
Power: 90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 7500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster Special

vs the 2024

Spec	2024	2025
Torque	94.9 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.0 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM	97.6 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.0 ft.lbs) @ 5750 RPM

Other years 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering65%

City riding75%

Daily riding72%

Touring45%

Two-up40%

Track25%

Best for: Built primarily for stylish, engaging around-town and weekend riding rather than outright speed or long-distance touring.
Built for: A modern, muscular take on the classic cruiser with sharp styling, a punchy air/oil-cooled V-twin, and enough chassis composure to enjoy backroads.
Not ideal for: Not well suited for off-road adventures, heavy touring with a passenger, or riders seeking top-tier highway sport performance.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Units

At 688mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster Special, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 975.1 ccm
Power: 90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 7500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 128 CO2 g/km
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 5.45 L/100km (43.2 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 1.2 CO g/km
Torque: 97.6 Nm (10.0 kgf-m) @ 5750 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.50 litres/100 km (22.2 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.4267 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 97.0 x 66.0 mm
Compression: 12.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1544 mm
Overall length: 2266 mm
Overall width: 861 mm
Seat height: 688 mm
Dry weight: 210.9 kg
Wet weight: 219.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 11.70 litres
Ground clearance: 119 mm
Oil capacity: 4.50 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: 41mm SHOWA Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Rear suspension: Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting (no linkage) emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and a threaded collar for pre-load adjustment.
Rake (fork angle): 30.0°
Trail: 137 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. ABS. Axially mounted, 4-piston caliper
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake). ABS. Floating, single piston caliper
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 100/90-19
Rear tyre: 150/80-B16