Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023 vs. Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023 compared to Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023
Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore79 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke72.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power89 HPEngine power122 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque95 NmTorque125 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 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 gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationDry sumpLubricationDry sump
DisplacementDisplacement975 ccmDisplacement1,252 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel114 mmTravel92 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
TravelTravel76.2 mmTravel51 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake60 degreeRake60 degree
TrailTrail137 mmTrail148 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width160 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,250 mmLength2,270 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth843 mm
HeightHeight705 mmHeight1,089 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,545 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height765 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)211 kgDry Weight (with ABS)221 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)219 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11.7 lFuel Tank Capacity11.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange245 kmRange245 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

The Sportster S returns to the tradition of this model series - yes, it really used to be about sport! That's why the latest American creation, with its 122 hp and 125 Nm of torque, doesn't want to be a cruiser, but instead is almost classless in its pursuit of customers. What is on offer is a wonderful poser bike that is surprisingly easy to ride after a little familiarisation. The single-disc brake at the front has a lot of work to do and the fat 160 front tyre does not steer in quite naturally. In addition, the rider has to cope with a hard suspension and a seating position that is energy-sapping on long stages - which of course doesn't matter at all in front of the ice cream parlour. Electronics and safety are top-notch, which mitigates the tidy price for true fans.

Powerful, refined engine

unique looks

full electronics package with cornering ABS and lean angle-dependent traction control

low-maintenance belt drive

unrivalled

Chassis really hard

turn-in behaviour somewhat unwilling because of the wide front tyre

small tank capacity.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Nightster Special vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S

Price Harley-Davidson Nightster Special

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