2026 Nightster Special
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2026 Nightster™ Special
Introducing the New Classic
Don’t let the 219 kg. 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.
Horsepower
Seat Height, Unladen
Weight, In Running Order
Fuel Economy
Dark Billiard Gray
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Features
Key Highlights
features
Blacked-Out Powertrain Packed with Attitude
The Revolution Max 975T motor is fully blacked-out, with contrasting matte and gloss finishes and newly non-highlighted fins, for a factory finish that looks as aggressive as it is.
Vintage-Inspired Styling
A flat tank-to-fender line and peanut-shaped air cover pull from classic Sportster DNA, topped with a ’70s-inspired tank graphic.
West Coast Mini-Fairing + LED Lighting
Born from West Coast club style, the headlight mini-fairing adds wind-cutting function to the Nightster Special’s aggressive, “tough guy” silhouette, while full LED lighting keeps that stance lit and visible long after the sun’s down.
Versatile Passenger-Ready Setup
Standard pillion pad and footpegs let you bring someone along, or strip it back for a solo stance.
Lightweight + Balanced for Carving and Cornering
At 225 kg with the tank under the seat, the Nightster Special stays planted yet agile, whether filtering through traffic or carving backroads.
Mile-Munching Revolution Max 975T Motor
Liquid-cooled and quick to spin up, the Revolution Max 975T packs 89 HP with torque you’ll feel punching out of corners and winding out on the open road.
Responsive Dual Outboard Rear Shocks
More travel than legacy Sportsters means a smoother, more powerful ride, all while keeping the twin-shock look that’s pure Harley heritage.
Comfortable High-Rise Bars + 127 mm Risers
High-rise bars with 127 mm 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.
Two-Into-One Exhaust Built to Pull
One of the most efficient ways to get performance out of a V-Twin, the Nightster Special’s two-into-one system is tuned for smooth flow, strong acceleration, and a sharper, more aggressive exhaust note.
Air-Hungry High-Performance Airbox + Intake
With the fuel tank tucked under the seat, a high-performance downdraft intake sits above the Revolution Max 975T, pulling clean air in and pushing responsive power out.
Full-Color 102 mm TFT Display Packed with Info
Glove-friendly, Bluetooth™-enabled display keeps navigation, bike data, and media right where you need them.
Selectable Ride Modes + Safety Enhancements
Road, Rain, Sport, or two custom modes the Nightster Special adapts instantly to how and where you ride. ABS, traction control, drag-torque slip control, TPMS, and standard cruise control add confidence and comfort, whether you’re stretching the bike’s legs across an open highway or watching the sun drop behind the backroads.
2026 Harley-Davidson Sport Lineup Walkaround
The 2026 Sport lineup rides on the Revolution™ Max platform with updated finishes, ride modes, advanced displays, and tech that keeps you focused more on the road and the joy of riding than on the controls. Watch the walkaround to learn about all the exciting things coming to the Sport lineup this year.
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Specifications
Technical Data
specs
Length
2,265 mm
Width
860 mm
Seat Height, Unladen
715 mm
Ground Clearance
120 mm
Rake
30
Trail
137 mm
Wheelbase
1,545 mm
Tire, Type
Dunlop™ Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall
Tires, Front Specification
100/90-19 57H
Tires, Rear Specification
150/80B16 77H
Fuel Capacity
11.7 l
Oil Capacity (w/filter)
4.5 l
Weight, In Running Order
225 kg
Engine
Revolution™ Max 975T
Bore
97 mm
Stroke
66 mm
Displacement
975 cc
Compression Ratio
12:1
Fuel System
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Exhaust
2-into-1; catalyst in header
Engine Torque Testing Method
EC 134/2014
Engine Torque
95 Nm
Engine Torque (rpm)
5750
Horsepower
89 HP / 66 kW @ 7500 rpm
Lean Angle, Right (deg.)
32
Lean Angle, Left (deg.)
32
Fuel Economy Testing Method
EU 134/2014
Fuel Economy
5.5 l/100 km
CO2 Emissions Testing Method
EU 134/2014
CO2 Emissions
130 g/km CO2
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
Front Fork
41mm SHOWA™
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
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
102 mm 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)
Screen Size
102 mm
Type
Color TFT
Headset Specifications (if equipped)
Bluetooth
Languages
Arabic, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (default), Finnish, French (Canada/France), German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil/Portugal), Russian, Slovak, Spanish (Mexico/Spain), Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese
Hands-free Mobile Phone - via Bluetooth
Standard
Voice Recognition Languages: Phone functions only
Phone dependent
Voice Recognition Languages: Tuner/Media/Navigation
Phone dependent
Rider/Passenger Intercom
Headset function only
Vehicle Information Screen (Air temperature, oil pressure and EITMS)
TPMS, Engine temp, Battery Voltage, Ambient Air Temp
Text-to-Speech (TTS) Languages
Phone dependent
USB
Charging and Instrument update, USB-C, 5V, 3A
Bluetooth
Phone/Media Supported
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
Support that keeps you moving
Service
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