2026
NIGHTSTER® SPECIAL
“The 2026 Nightster Special takes classic Sportster ®
attitude and rebuilds it for right now. Blacked out style,
modern tech, and a ride that barks on command.”
COLOR OPTIONS
Introducing the New Classic
Don’t let the 483 lb. frame fool you. The 2026 Nightster Special is tuned to rip with a high-revving liquid-cooled 975T Revolution Max® motor, ABS, and full SHOWA suspension. Traction control, a blacked-out powertrain, and modern precision meet throwback attitude to redefine what a classic can be when it’s built for now.
KEY FEATURES
Mile-Munching Revolution Max 975T Motor
Liquid-cooled and quick to spin up, the Revolution Max 975T packs 91 HP with torque you’ll feel punching out of corners and winding out on the open road.
Lightweight + Balanced for Carving and Cornering
At 483 lbs with the tank under the seat, the Nightster Special stays planted yet agile, whether filtering through traffic or carving backroads.
Versatile Passenger-Ready Setup
Standard pillion pad and footpegs let you bring someone along, or strip it back for a solo stance.
Comfortable High-Rise Bars + 5” Risers
High-rise bars with 5-inch risers put you in a tall, commanding position, giving you leverage in the curves and comfort for when you feel like smashing slab and eating miles.
Full-Color 4” TFT Display Packed with Info
Glove-friendly, Bluetooth®-enabled display keeps navigation, bike data, and media right where you need them.
DETAILED SPECS
Dimensions
Length |
89.2 in. |
Width | 33.9 in. |
Seat Height, Laden +
| 27.1 in. |
Ground Clearance
| 4.7 in. |
Rake | 30 |
Trail
| 5.4 in. |
Wheelbase
| 60.8 in. |
Tire, Type | Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series Bias Blackwall |
Tires, Front Specification
| 100/90-19 57H |
Tires, Rear Specification
| 150/80B16 77H |
Fuel Capacity
| 3.1 gal. |
Oil Capacity (w/filter)
| 4.75 qt. |
Weight, In Running Order
| 483 lb. |
Engine
Engine +
| Revolution® Max 975T |
Bore
| 3.82 in. |
Stroke
| 2.6 in. |
Displacement
| 59.5 cu in |
Compression ratio | 12:1 |
Fuel System +
| Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
Exhaust | 2-into-1; catalyst in header |
Performance
Engine Torque Testing Method | J1349 |
Engine Torque +
|
72 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 |
Drive Train
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 | 1.6 in. SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps. |
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. |
| Wheels, Front Type+
| Aluminum cast, silver |
Wheels, Rear Type+
| Aluminum cast, silver |
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 |
Electric
Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp, Tail/Stop, Front Signal Lights, Rear Turn Signals+
| Headlamp: All LED headlamp, low and high beam with signature position lighting; Tail/Stop: All LED rear lighting; Front Signal Lights/Rear Turn Signals: LED Bullet Turn Signals |
Gauges | 4-inch viewable area TFT display with speedometer, gear, odometer, fuel level, clock, trip, ambient temp, low temp alert, side stand down alert, TIP over alert, cruise, range and tachometer indication BT capable - phone pairing to access phone calls, music, navigation (H-D App ONLY) |
Color Options
Dark Billiard Gray
| - ฿ |
| Black Denim | - ฿ |
| Blood Orange | - ฿ |
Olive Steel Metallic
| - ฿ |