Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2020 vs. Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2020

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2020 vs Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2020

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2020 compared to Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2020
Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore88.9 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke96.8 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power89 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque96 NmTorque95 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,202 ccmDisplacement975 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel114 mmTravel114 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel81 mmTravel76.2 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake61 degreeRake60 degree
TrailTrail140 mmTrail137 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,185 mmLength2,250 mm
WidthWidth860 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,080 mmHeight705 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,505 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height705 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)259 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)221 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12.5 lFuel Tank Capacity11.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Harley-Davidson Nightster 2022

Comfort on long rides, a lot of fun on winding roads and easy handling: I felt at home on the new Harley-Davidson Nightster right from the start. It's a bike that can be ridden fast around the bends or cruised in a relaxed way - with an engine that is powerful but not intimidating. On the modern Sportster version, I appreciate the presence of traction control, anti-hopping clutch and different riding modes. The Nightster gives me a real Harley feeling, just a little more unexcited compared to its predecessors. For my California trip, it was exactly the right choice.

easy handling

comfort on long distances

extensive equipment with riding modes, traction control, anti-hopping clutch and more

chic & modern Sportster look.

Relatively small fuel tank

Keyless system only for ignition, not for handlebar lock and fuel tank

Rear suspension not very comfortable on rough road surfaces

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200CX Roadster vs Harley-Davidson Nightster

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Price Harley-Davidson Nightster

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