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in the Sportster range, this new Nightster could be likened to a little scoundrel. Stripped back, minimalist, picked up like a bad dog ready to gnaw a knee, it takes on the Bobber spirit of some of today's and post-war Harley bigwigs. A low seat, lowered suspension, little chrome, menacing black... the Nightster seems to intimidate the tarmac before clearing its throat with its tumbled 1200. The styling effect is not lacking, especially with the truncated rear mudguard, the gussets at the top of the fork tubes, the small fuel tank and the perforated belt guard. The must-have? We hesitate between the remote number plate or the headlight integrated into the turn signals, all to leave the rear mudguard empty. No, the must-have is obviously the American twin. Sporty, it also delivers a drier sound, thanks to the XL 1200 N's specific exhausts. Even though it's mounted on silent-blocks, the two-cylinder allows itself to spread the appropriate vibrations with style. With character, emotion and a hellish mouth, the Nightster becomes the bad boy of the Sportster family.

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Published on 10/12/20
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Key facts Harley-Davidson XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster (2008) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

Character and torque
Finition
homogeneity
Look

Weak points

freinage av perfectible
Day-to-day practicalities
cushioning firmness

Prices

	Basic version
France	9,995€

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Model sold in 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012

Performance

Max speed : 170 km/h (105.60 mph) on the odometer
Average fuel consumption : 6.10 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)
Estimated range : 205 km (127 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.

Specifications Harley-Davidson XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008

Chassis: Frame : Double steel cradle; Fuel capacity : 12.50 liters (3.30 US gallons); Seat height : 678 mm (26.69 in); Length : 2,245 mm (88.39 in); Min height : 1,107 mm (43.58 in); Wheelbase : 1,510 mm (59.45 in); Dry weight : 250 kg (551 lb); Weight when fully loaded : 260 kg (573 lb)

Front axle: Telescopic fork Ø 39 mm, Wheel travel : 117 mm (4.61 in); Braking 2 discs Ø 292 mm (11.5 in), 2-piston caliper; Front tire : 100 / 90 - 19 → Order this type of tire; Pressure : 2.07 bar

Transmission: 5 stage gearbox , manual; Secondary belt drive

Rear axle: 2 Showa shock absorbers, Wheel travel : 104 mm (4.09 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 260 mm (10.24 in), single-piston caliper; Rear tire : 150 / 80 - 16 → Order this type of tire; Pressure : 2.76 bar

Motor: two-cylinder en V , 4 strokes; Injection; Cooling system : by air; 2 ACT, culbuté; 2 valves per cylinder; 1,202 cc; 75 ch (74 hp) to 6,000 rpm; 10.50 mkg to 3,200 rpm; Power-to-weight ratio : 3.38 kg/ch; Weight / torque ratio : 23.81 kg/mkg; Compression : 10 : 1

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Competitors

Honda VT 750 DC SHADOW SPIRIT 2008

Ducati Monster 1000 S2R 2008

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2008

Triumph 865 BONNEVILLE 2008

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Fuel consumption

Harley-Davidson XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 : 6.10 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)

Honda VT 750 DC SHADOW SPIRIT 2008 Undisclosed

Ducati Monster 1000 S2R 2008 Undisclosed

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2008 Undisclosed

Triumph 865 BONNEVILLE 2008 : 6 liters/100km (0.39 mpg)

Range

Harley-Davidson XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 : 205 km (127 miles)

Honda VT 750 DC SHADOW SPIRIT 2008 Undisclosed

Ducati Monster 1000 S2R 2008 Undisclosed

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2008 Undisclosed

Triumph 865 BONNEVILLE 2008 : 277 km (172 miles)

Torque

Harley-Davidson XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 : 10.5 mkg

Honda VT 750 DC SHADOW SPIRIT 2008 : 6.5 mkg

Ducati Monster 1000 S2R 2008 : 10.1 mkg

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2008 : 8.4 mkg

Triumph 865 BONNEVILLE 2008 : 6.9 mkg

Power

Harley-Davidson XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 : 75 ch (74 hp)

Honda VT 750 DC SHADOW SPIRIT 2008 : 46 ch (45.40 hp)

Ducati Monster 1000 S2R 2008 : 95 ch (93.70 hp)

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2008 : 54 ch (53.30 hp)

Triumph 865 BONNEVILLE 2008 : 68 ch (67.10 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Harley-Davidson XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 : 3.38 kg/ch

Honda VT 750 DC SHADOW SPIRIT 2008 : 5.09 kg/ch

Ducati Monster 1000 S2R 2008 : 1.9 kg/ch

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2008 : 4.75 kg/ch

Triumph 865 BONNEVILLE 2008 : 3.06 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Harley-Davidson XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 : 23.81 kg/mkg

Honda VT 750 DC SHADOW SPIRIT 2008 : 35.54 kg/mkg

Ducati Monster 1000 S2R 2008 : 17.62 kg/mkg

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2008 : 30.12 kg/mkg

Triumph 865 BONNEVILLE 2008 : 29.71 kg/mkg

Speed

Harley-Davidson XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 : 170 km/h (105.60 mph) on the odometer

Honda VT 750 DC SHADOW SPIRIT 2008 : approximately 160 km/h (99.40 mph)

Ducati Monster 1000 S2R 2008 : approximately 220 km/h (136.70 mph)

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2008 : approximately 180 km/h (111.80 mph)

Triumph 865 BONNEVILLE 2008 : approximately 170 km/h (105.60 mph)

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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 11 reviews

Renard 65 Model 2012

Hi, I'm 57 years old and I've just had a blast with this 1200 sportster...I recommend it without limit.... 09/21/2021 20:20 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Renard 65

Davidson Model 2010

I'm in love with this bike, too bad about the suspension 03/31/2021 13:13 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Davidson

Ben75011 Model 2008

Great bike, it's a real bike.
For long trips, it's not the best, but it's more than enough.
Small tank, but looks good 03/01/2017 12:36 Rating : 4/5 Respond to Ben75011

Eric Model 2010

I've been riding this bike for two years now (stage 1)with 185 on the odometer, so there's still plenty of room for improvement! I've been lucky enough to have had a lot of motorcycles in my life, and of all makes (61 years old), this is the one I prefer! 11/08/2016 14:54 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Eric

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eric Model 2010

I get an orange e g r valve shape when I turn on the ignition! is this normal?
03/12/2015 20:44 Rating : 5/5 Respond to eric

yannick944 Model 2012

Just bought it. Quick to pick up. Excellent sensations. No regrets so far 04/13/2014 10:06 Rating : 5/5 Respond to yannick944

Clochette Model 2012

I adore her, she's my companion, my accomplice, always ready and discreet, no misses and all-purpose. She took me all over Corsica this summer, even to places where I met very few motorcyclists, in the mountains, on sand and gravel tracks, skirting wild pigs, donkeys and stray dogs with precision and maneuverability. I spend moments of pure happiness with her. Quite simply: the coolest bike for an adventurous girl...LOL... 11/12/2012 08:54 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Clochette

rpvc83 Model 2011

I got 185 km/h on the odometer, but it's unrideable at that speed, the right pace is 110 km/h 130km/h, cool, on national 90km/h it's great, one throttle and you're off, a real Harley for an affordable price... 10/10/2012 20:48 Rating : 5/5 Respond to rpvc83

battler britton Model 2012

bjr I own 1 nighster 2012 that is transformed into trikes and that I will recover end of sept attention, accessories, free pots, headlight av replace by a pig nose with headlight. Then I will make par leg against the cold and dismountable lete; and I will install a led lighting that replaces the pilot light and modify the air filter 1 jr 100 percent air in and we'll see the mapping later and to me the wind in my hair a frere bikers 09/17/2012 02:50 Rating : 5/5 Respond to battler britton

RPVC Model 2012

Great engine, only one downside: lack of comfort, but it's a really nice, affordable toy for a Harley, a real Harley without a doubt. 05/20/2012 16:29 Rating : 4/5 Respond to RPVC

Dom Model 2012

Hello, is it pleasant and especially easy to handle in town and what is its fuel consumption in urban use. 12/17/2011 21:15 Rating : 4/5 Respond to Dom

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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008

What is the power of the XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008?: The XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 develops a power of 75 ch (74 hp)
What is the torque of the XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008?: The maximum torque of the XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 is 10.50 mkg to 3,200 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008?: The XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 is capable of reaching a top speed of 170 km/h (105.60 mph) on the odometer on the track.
What is the weight of the XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008?: The XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 has a a dry weight of 250 kg (551 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 260 kg (573 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008?: Average fuel consumption is estimated at 6.10 l/100km (0.39 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
QWhat is the seat height of the XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008?: To ensure good accessibility, the XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 offers a minimum seat height of 678 mm (26.69 in).
What is the price of the XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008?: The price of the XL 1200 N Sportster Nightster 2008 is 9,995€ in France