2026 Harley-Davidson Nightster® in Dubuque, Iowa — 2026 Harley-Davidson Nightster®

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General Information

Manufacturer

Harley-Davidson

Model Year

2026

Model

Nightster®

Model Code

RH975

Color

Vivid Black

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front Caliper - Axially mounted, 4-piston caliper

Rear Caliper - Floating, single piston caliper

Front Rotor - Single rotor, floating, hub - mounted

Rear Rotor - Solid uniform expansion rotor

Front Diameter - 12.6 in. (320 mm)

Rear Diameter - 10.2 in. (260 mm)

Front Thickness - 0.23 in. (5.8 mm)

Rear Thickness - 0.2 in. (5 mm)

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) - Standard

Rider Safety Enhancements - Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS)

Front Caliper - Axially mounted, 4-piston caliper

Rear Caliper - Floating, single piston caliper

Front Rotor - Single rotor, floating, hub - mounted

Rear Rotor - Solid uniform expansion rotor

Front Diameter - 12.6 in. (320 mm)

Rear Diameter - 10.2 in. (260 mm)

Front Thickness - 0.23 in. (5.8 mm)

Rear Thickness - 0.2 in. (5 mm)

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) - Standard

Rider Safety Enhancements - Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS)

Wheels

Front / Rear - Aluminum cast, satin black⁴

Front Diameter - 19 in. (483 mm)

Rear Diameter - 16 in. (406 mm)

Front Width - 2.5 in. (64 mm)

Rear Width - 4.25 in. (108 mm)

Front / Rear - Aluminum cast, satin black⁴

Front Diameter - 19 in. (483 mm)

Rear Diameter - 16 in. (406 mm)

Front Width - 2.5 in. (64 mm)

Rear Width - 4.25 in. (108 mm)

Tires

Type - Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, Bias Blackwall

Front - 100 / 90-19 57H

Rear - 150 / 80B16 77H

Front Model - D401F

Rear Model - D401T

Type - Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, Bias Blackwall

Front - 100 / 90-19 57H

Rear - 150 / 80B16 77H

Front Model - D401F

Rear Model - D401T

Dimensions

Length

88.6 in. (2,250 mm)

Height

Overall - 43.5 in. (1,105 mm)

Width

Overall - 33 in. (840 mm)

Weight

As Shipped - 462 lb. (210 kg)

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)

As Shipped - 462 lb. (210 kg)

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)

Ground Clearance

Static - 4.3 in. (110 mm)

Right / Left Lean Angle - 32°

Lean Angle Testing Method - J1168

Static - 4.3 in. (110 mm)

Right / Left Lean Angle - 32°

Lean Angle Testing Method - J1168

Wheelbase

60.8 in. (1,545 mm)

Seat Height

Laden - 27.1 in. (688 mm)²

Unladen - 27.8 in. (705 mm)

Laden - 27.1 in. (688 mm)²

Unladen - 27.8 in. (705 mm)

Drivetrain

Transmission

6-speed

Primary Drive

Gear, 49/89 ratio

Final Drive

Belt, 34/80

Electrical

Battery

Sealed, maintenance-free, absorbed glass mat (AGM), 12V, 12Ah, 225 CCA at 0°F

Charging - Three-phase, 45A system (300W @13V, 1,200 rpm, 585W max power @ 13V, 2,250 rpm)

Sealed, maintenance-free, absorbed glass mat (AGM), 12V, 12Ah, 225 CCA at 0°F

Charging - Three-phase, 45A system (300W @13V, 1,200 rpm, 585W max power @ 13V, 2,250 rpm)

Instrumentation

Gauges - 4 in. (102 mm) 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

Lighting

(As per country regulation)

Headlamp - All LED headlamp, low and high beam with signature position lighting

Tail / Stop - All LED rear lighting

Front / Rear Signal Lights - LED Bullet Turn Signals

(As per country regulation)

Headlamp - All LED headlamp, low and high beam with signature position lighting

Tail / Stop - All LED rear lighting

Front / Rear Signal Lights - LED Bullet Turn Signals

Advanced Electronics

Screen Size - 4 in. Analog Instrument with Segmented LCD (102 mm)

Type - Analog display

Languages - English (default)

Vehicle Information Screen (Air temperature, oil pressure and EITMS) - 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

Screen Size - 4 in. Analog Instrument with Segmented LCD (102 mm)

Type - Analog display

Languages - English (default)

Engine

Revolution® Max 975T

Valves - Chain-driven, DOHC, hydraulic self-adjusting lifters, intake VVT, four valves per cylinder

Air Cleaner - Downdraft intake, tuned velocity stacks, washable filter media

Revolution® Max 975T

Valves - Chain-driven, DOHC, hydraulic self-adjusting lifters, intake VVT, four valves per cylinder

Air Cleaner - Downdraft intake, tuned velocity stacks, washable filter media

Cooling

Coolant Capacity - 2.22 qt. (2.1 l)

Horsepower

91 hp (68kW) @ 7,500 rpm

Displacement

59.5 ci (975 cc)

Bore x Stroke

3.82 x 2.6 in. (97 x 66 mm)

Torque

72 ft. lb. (97 Nm)⁵ @ 5,750 rpm

Testing Method - J1349

Rider Safety Enhancements - Drag-torque Slip Control System (DSCS)

72 ft. lb. (97 Nm)⁵ @ 5,750 rpm

Testing Method - J1349

Rider Safety Enhancements - Drag-torque Slip Control System (DSCS)

Compression Ratio

12:01

Gear Ratio

Overall

1st - 12.21

2nd - 9.022

3rd - 6.994

4th - 5.641

5th - 4.731

6th - 4.131

Overall

1st - 12.21

2nd - 9.022

3rd - 6.994

4th - 5.641

5th - 4.731

6th - 4.131

Clutch

Mechanical, 8 plate wet, assist & slip, 1090N

Fuel System

Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)³

Exhaust

2-into-1, catalyst in header

Starting

0.9kW electric with direct drive starter motor engagement

Lubrication

System - Semi-Dry Sump

Fuel Capacity

3.1 gal. (11.7 l)

Reserve, Fuel Injection (warning light) - 0.8 gal. (3 l)

3.1 gal. (11.7 l)

Reserve, Fuel Injection (warning light) - 0.8 gal. (3 l)

Oil Capacity

With filter - 4.75 qt. (4.5 l)

MPG Rating

Estimated City / Hwy - 52 mpg (4.5 l/100 km)

Operational

Frame

Stressed-member, high strength low alloy steel trellis, stamped, cast, and forged junctions, MIG welded, aluminum forged mid-structure

Swingarm - Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped x-member, MIG welded

Stressed-member, high strength low alloy steel trellis, stamped, cast, and forged junctions, MIG welded, aluminum forged mid-structure

Swingarm - Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped x-member, MIG welded

Front Suspension

Front Travel - 4.5 in. (114 mm)

Rear Suspension

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 Travel - 3 in. (76.2 mm)

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 Travel - 3 in. (76.2 mm)

Rake

30°

Trail

5.4 in. (137 mm)

Fork

Front - 1.6 in. (41 mm) SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps

Angle - 28°

Front - 1.6 in. (41 mm) SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps

Angle - 28°

Other

Additional Colors

Dark Billiard Gray

Vivid Black

Blood Orange

Dark Billiard Gray

Vivid Black

Blood Orange

Includes

Security System

Cruise Control

Security System

Cruise Control

Warranty

24 months (unlimited mileage)⁶

Service Interval - First 1,000 mi. (1,600 km), every 5,000 mi. (8,000 km) thereafter⁷

24 months (unlimited mileage)⁶

Service Interval - First 1,000 mi. (1,600 km), every 5,000 mi. (8,000 km) thereafter⁷

Key Features

STRIKING STYLE THAT HITS YOUR MARK: A blacked-out powertrain with highlighted fins gives the 2026 Nightster a sharper, more aggressive edge, while its low 27” seat height, lightweight 481 lb. build, and vintage Sportster touches give it a profile that couldn’t be more Harley.
HARD-HITTING BLACKED-OUT POWERTRAIN: Updated for 2026 with highlighted cooling fins, the blacked-out Revolution Max 975T powertrain on the Nightster hits harder on the dark, custom, sport-driven attitude riders have been asking for. You asked, and we listened.
LOW, LOCKED-IN STANCE: A 27” seat height and classic rider triangle lock you into a balanced, confident riding position, whether you’re easing off the side stand or tipping it into the next corner.
LIGHTWEIGHT AND CONFIDENCE-BUILDING: At just 481 lbs. wet, with the fuel tank positioned under the seat for better balance, the Nightster is one of the lightest Harleys you can throw a leg over. And it feels like it, too.
VINTAGE SPORTSTER DNA: Tank graphic, round air intake cover, medallion tank badge, and exposed dual rear shocks keep the Sportster® lineage alive, giving the Nightster a profile that’s pure Harley from every angle.
BUILT FOR EVERY MOVE YOU CAN MAKE: With the liquid-cooled 975T Revolution Max motor torque-tuned for low RPM performance, the 2026 Nightster packs a lot of “move” into a light, manageable package.
RESPONSIVE REVOLUTION MAX 975T MOTOR: Liquid-cooled, torque-rich, and quick to respond, the Revolution Max 975T puts down 91 hp (HDI: 89 hp) with a fat power band you can feel every time you give it the beans.
DUAL OUTBOARD REAR SHOCKS: More travel than legacy Sportsters means a smoother ride so you can stay planted without losing the edge that makes the Nightster so much fun to ride.
PEAK PERFORMANCE 2-1 EXHAUST: Matched with the downdraft air intake, the lightweight 2-into-1 exhaust opens up the Revolution Max motor for freer breathing and sharper response. It’s tuned for punch, balanced for symmetry, and built to give the Nightster a look and sound that are unmistakably peppy, modern, and pure Harley-Davidson.
PREMIUM BREMBO BRAKES: All the stopping power you need. A four-piston Brembo caliper up front, single-piston in the rear, and floating rotors all around give the Nightster® the kind of stopping power that feels intuitive, balanced, and precise. Every piece falls into place to keep you in control of all 91 (HDI: 89) horses waiting under your right hand.
A MODERN RIDE FOR MODERN ROAD: Switch between Road, Sport, and Rain modes to fit your ride, while ABS, traction control, and drag-torque slip control keep you completely locked in. Finally, full LED lighting makes sure you see wherever the night takes you.
SELECTABLE RIDE MODES + RIDER SAFETY ENHANCEMENTS: Three ride modes (Road, Sport, and Rain) instantly change the attitude of the Nightster to match your mood and the conditions, while ABS, traction control, and drag-torque slip control work quietly in the background to keep you locked in when the road throws you a curve.
FULL LED LIGHTING: Bright, low-draw LED lighting keeps you visible from every angle while throwing a clean, white beam to light your path after dark.

Pricing

California customers are subject to a California Emissions fee; see Dealer for details - $200

Key Features

STRIKING STYLE THAT HITS YOUR MARK: A blacked-out powertrain with highlighted fins gives the 2026 Nightster a sharper, more aggressive edge, while its low 27” seat height, lightweight 481 lb. build, and vintage Sportster touches give it a profile that couldn’t be more Harley.
HARD-HITTING BLACKED-OUT POWERTRAIN: Updated for 2026 with highlighted cooling fins, the blacked-out Revolution Max 975T powertrain on the Nightster hits harder on the dark, custom, sport-driven attitude riders have been asking for. You asked, and we listened.
LOW, LOCKED-IN STANCE: A 27” seat height and classic rider triangle lock you into a balanced, confident riding position, whether you’re easing off the side stand or tipping it into the next corner.
LIGHTWEIGHT AND CONFIDENCE-BUILDING: At just 481 lbs. wet, with the fuel tank positioned under the seat for better balance, the Nightster is one of the lightest Harleys you can throw a leg over. And it feels like it, too.
VINTAGE SPORTSTER DNA: Tank graphic, round air intake cover, medallion tank badge, and exposed dual rear shocks keep the Sportster® lineage alive, giving the Nightster a profile that’s pure Harley from every angle.
BUILT FOR EVERY MOVE YOU CAN MAKE: With the liquid-cooled 975T Revolution Max motor torque-tuned for low RPM performance, the 2026 Nightster packs a lot of “move” into a light, manageable package.
RESPONSIVE REVOLUTION MAX 975T MOTOR: Liquid-cooled, torque-rich, and quick to respond, the Revolution Max 975T puts down 91 hp (HDI: 89 hp) with a fat power band you can feel every time you give it the beans.
DUAL OUTBOARD REAR SHOCKS: More travel than legacy Sportsters means a smoother ride so you can stay planted without losing the edge that makes the Nightster so much fun to ride.
PEAK PERFORMANCE 2-1 EXHAUST: Matched with the downdraft air intake, the lightweight 2-into-1 exhaust opens up the Revolution Max motor for freer breathing and sharper response. It’s tuned for punch, balanced for symmetry, and built to give the Nightster a look and sound that are unmistakably peppy, modern, and pure Harley-Davidson.
PREMIUM BREMBO BRAKES: All the stopping power you need. A four-piston Brembo caliper up front, single-piston in the rear, and floating rotors all around give the Nightster® the kind of stopping power that feels intuitive, balanced, and precise. Every piece falls into place to keep you in control of all 91 (HDI: 89) horses waiting under your right hand.
A MODERN RIDE FOR MODERN ROAD: Switch between Road, Sport, and Rain modes to fit your ride, while ABS, traction control, and drag-torque slip control keep you completely locked in. Finally, full LED lighting makes sure you see wherever the night takes you.
SELECTABLE RIDE MODES + RIDER SAFETY ENHANCEMENTS: Three ride modes (Road, Sport, and Rain) instantly change the attitude of the Nightster to match your mood and the conditions, while ABS, traction control, and drag-torque slip control work quietly in the background to keep you locked in when the road throws you a curve.
FULL LED LIGHTING: Bright, low-draw LED lighting keeps you visible from every angle while throwing a clean, white beam to light your path after dark.

Pricing

California customers are subject to a California Emissions fee; see Dealer for details - $200

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2026 Harley-Davidson Nightster®

2026 Harley-Davidson Nightster®

General Information

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