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2025 Nightster® Special

Billiard Gray

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Features & Styling

Design

Design

BLACKED-OUT REVOLUTION® MAX 975T ENGINE: High-revving, liquid-cooled V-twin power, completely blacked-out for a subtly aggressive look with contrasting matte and gloss finishes.

Design

Design

Design

VINTAGE STYLING: Flat line from the bottom of the gas tank through to the rear fender struts, with iconic peanut-shaped cover featuring a throwback ’70s tank graphic.

Design

Design

Design

LIGHTWEIGHT + AGILE: With a load-bearing engine and under-seat gas tank, this bike sheds weight and centers mass for agile handling and easy kickstand lift. At 483 lbs. it is one of our lightest and most agile motorcycles.

Design

Design

Design

TWO-UP RIDING: Bring someone along for the ride with the standard passenger pillion pad and footpegs, or easily remove them for a stripped-down solo look.

Design

Design

Design

FAIRING + LED LIGHTS: The West Coast-inspired headlight mini-fairing reduces fatigue by directing wind away from the rider's body, while LED lighting lets you see and be seen on the road.

Design

Performance

Performance

TWO-INTO-ONE EXHAUST: Sweeping exhaust line with high-flowing performance, blacked-out style, and a tuned V-twin exhaust note.

Performance

Performance

Performance

DUAL OUTBOARD REAR SHOCKS: Dual outboard rear shocks give the Nightster Special that classic Sportster® line, tying it into decades of heritage while providing modern performance and riding comfort.

Performance

Performance

Performance

HIGHRISE HANDLEBARS: Five-inch risers with easy-to-reach handlebars put the rider in a comfortable, confident, upright riding position.

Performance

Performance

Performance

AIRBOX +INTAKE: High-performance downdraft intake is made possible by moving the gas tank beneath the seat, while the intake and air cover sit above the Revolution® Max 975T engine.

Performance

Innovation

Innovation

FULL COLOR FOUR-INCH LCD DISPLAY: A full-color, four-inch display provides key information at a glance as well as quick and intuitive menu navigation when you are moving through Ride Modes, maps, and more.

Innovation

Innovation

Innovation

RIDE MODES: Switch between three standard ride modes—Road, Rain, and Sport—or dial in two custom modes to instantly transform your ride. Road is your everyday setting, Sport ramps up power and response, and Rain smooths things out for slick roads.

Innovation

2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster® Special

The Nightster Special marries iconic Sportster® design with modern, high-revving, liquid-cooled engine performance and rider-focused tech that keeps you connected on the road.

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Condition
New
Category
Motorcycles
Model Type
Sport
Model Code
RH975S
Color
Billiard Gray

Design

  • Blacked-out finishes set apart the Nightster Special with a menacing attitude straight from the factory. Vintage styling hints at decades of Sportster® history, while a load-bearing engine and updated chassis design provide radically new performance and ease of handling.

Innovation

  • A brilliant, Bluetooth®-enabled four-inch TFT display keeps you connected—whether that means listening to music, quickly changing ride modes, or tuning Rider Safety Enhancements.

Performance

  • Quick-revving power available wherever you want it, a low center of gravity for nimble handling and easy maneuverability, and tech to help maximize your ride, not interrupt it.

Pricing

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

General Information

Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson
Model Year
2025
Model
Nightster® Special
Model Code
RH975S
Color
Billiard Gray

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)

Wheels

Front / Rear - Aluminum cast, silver3

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

Rider Safety Enhancements - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Dimensions

Length
89.2 in. (2,265 mm)
Height
Overall - 46.7 in. (1,185 mm)
Width
33.9 in. (860 mm)
Weight

As shipped - 476 lb. (216 kg)

In Running Order - 483 lb. (219 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

4.7 in. (120 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)8

Unladen - 28.1 in. (715 mm)

Drivetrain

Transmission
6-speed
Primary Drive
Gear, 49/89 ratio
Final Drive
Belt, 34/80 ratio

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)

Instrumentation
Gauges - 4 in. 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)
Lighting

(As per country regulation)2

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

Tail / Stop - All LED rear lighting

Front Signal Lights - LED Bullet Turn Signals

Advanced Electronics

Screen Size - 4 in. (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, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Portugal / Brazil), Indonesian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish (Mexico / Spain), Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese

Hands-free Mobile Phone - via Bluetooth - Standard

Voice Recognition Languages - Phone functions only / 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

Electrical System
Electric Power Outlet - USB C-Type, Output 5V at 2.4A

Engine

Engine

Revolution® Max 975T7

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 (68 kW) @ 7,500 rpm
Displacement
975 cc (59.5 ci)
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)

Compression Ratio
12:1
Gear Ratio

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 and slip, 1090N
Fuel System
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)6
Exhaust
2-into-1, catalyst in header
Starting
0.9 kW 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)

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

Front Suspension
Travel - 4.5 in. (114 mm)
Rear Suspension

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

Travel - 3 in. (76.2 mm)

Rake
30°
Trail
5.4 in. (137 mm)
Fork

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

Angle - 28°

Other

Additional Colors

Billiard Gray

Black Denim

Blue Burst

Whiskey Fire

Includes

Security System

Cruise Control

Warranty

24 months (unlimited mileage)

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

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1. Prices listed are the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices for base models. Options such as color are available at additional cost. Prices exclude tax, title, licensing, registration fees, destination charges, surcharges (attributable to raw materials costs in the product supply chain), added accessories, and additional dealer charges, if any, and are subject to change. Harley-Davidson reimburses dealers for performing manufacturer-specified pre-delivery inspection and setup tasks. Dealer prices may vary.

2. North America security system includes immobilizer; outside North America the security system includes immobilizer.

3. Standard and optional wheels may vary by country and region.

4. Estimated from fuel economy tests on a sample motorcycle from the corresponding family conducted by Harley-Davidson under ideal laboratory conditions. Not all motorcycle models undergo fuel economy testing. Fuel economy and mileage may vary among motorcycle models within a family. Your mileage may vary depending on your personal riding habits, weather conditions, trip length, vehicle condition and vehicle configuration and other conditions. Break-in mileage may vary.

5. Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region.

6. Standard and optional fuel systems may vary by country.

7. Recommended 91 octane (95 RON) or higher fuel (R+M)/2.

8. Measurement reflects 180 lb. (81.7 kg) operator weight.

9. See motorcycle owner’s manual for complete details.

  • Price, if shown and unless otherwise noted, represents the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) or dealer unit price and does not include government fees, taxes, dealer vehicle freight/preparation, dealer document preparation charges, labor, installation, or any finance charges (if applicable). MSRP and/or final sales price will vary depending on options or accessories selected; contact dealer for more details.

  • Images, where available, are presented as reasonable facsimiles of the offered unit and/or manufacturer stock images. Non-standard options or features may be represented. No guarantee of availability or inclusion of displayed options should be inferred; contact dealer for more details.