2008 Harley-Davidson Sportster® 1200 Nightster Links
2008 Harley-Davidson Sportster® 1200 Nightster Specifications
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| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Standard |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $9,695.00 |
| Warranty | 24 |
| Insurance | |
| Engine: | |
| Engine Brand Name | Evolution® |
| Engine Type | V Twin |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Engine Stroke | 4-Stroke |
| Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm) | 79 / 107.1 |
| Torque RPM | 4000 |
| Cooling | Air |
| Valves | 4 |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 2 |
| Valve Configuration | OHV - Pushrod |
| Bore (mm/in) | 88.9 / 3.5 |
| Stroke (mm/in) | 96.8 / 3.81 |
| Displacement (cc/ci) | 1199.5 / 73.2 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel Requirements | Premium |
| Ram Air Induction | No |
| US Miles Per Gallon (Hwy/City) | 57 / 42 |
| CAN Liters Per Kilometer (Hwy/City) | 4.1 / 5.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Fuel Injector | Yes |
| Carburetor | No |
| Carburetion Type | Fuel Injected |
| Transmission: | |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Number Of Speeds | 5 |
| Overdrive | No |
| Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) | Belt |
| Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission) | Chain |
| Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5) | 9.32 / 6.65 / 4.95 / 4.1 / 3.52 |
| Reverse | No |
| Wheels & Tires: | |
| Wheels Composition | Steel |
| Chromed | No |
| Tire Brand | Dunlop® |
| Front Tire Width | 100 |
| Front Tire Aspect Ratio | 90 |
| Front Tire Speed Rating | 57H |
| Front Wheel Diameter | 19 |
| Rear Tire Width | 150 |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 80 |
| Rear Tire Speed Rating | 71H |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 16 |
| Front Tire (Full Spec) | Dunlop® 100/90 R19 57H |
| Rear Tire (Full Spec) | Dunlop® 150/80 R16 71H |
| Brakes: | |
| Front Brake Type | Disc |
| Front Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 11.5 / 292.1 |
| Front Brake Rotor Width (in/mm) | 0.2 / 5.1 |
| Front Caliper Pistons | 2 |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc |
| Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 11.5 / 292.1 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Width (in/mm) | 0.23 / 5.8 |
| Rear Caliper Pistons | 1 |
| Suspension: | |
| Front Suspension Type | Telescopic Fork |
| Front Central Suspension Strut | No |
| Steering Damper | No |
| Rear Suspension Type | Twin Sided Swing Arm |
| Number Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 |
| Rear Suspension Material | Steel |
| Air Adjustable | No |
| Steering: | |
| Steering Control | Handlebar |
| Technical Specifications: | |
| Length (in/mm) | 85.8 / 2179.3 |
| Wheelbase (in/mm) | 60 / 1524 |
| Rake (degrees) | 29.6 |
| Trail (in/mm) | 4.6 / 116.8 |
| Ground Clearance (in/mm) | 3.9 / 99.1 |
| Dry Weight (lbs/kg) | 545 / 247.2 |
| Wet Weight (lbs/kg) | 562 / 254.9 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 3.3 / 12.5 |
| Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) | 2.2 |
| Seats: | |
| Seat Type | One-Piece |
| Adjustable | No |
| Seat Material | Leather |
| Seat Location | Driver |
| Folding | No |
| Seat Height (in/mm) | 25.3 / 642.6 |
| Number Of Seats | 1 |
| Exterior: | |
| Frame | Steel |
| Hand Grip Material | Rubber |
| Foot Peg Material | Steel |
| Foot Peg Location | Driver |
| Chain Guard | No |
| Drive Shaft Guard | No |
| Belt Guard | Yes |
| Hand Guards | No |
| Brush Guard | No |
| Heel Guards | No |
| Light Guard | No |
| Air Cleaner Cover | Yes |
| Choke Knob Cover | No |
| Drive Shaft Cover | No |
| Master Cylinder Cover | Yes |
| Radiator Cover | No |
| Side Cover | Yes |
| Head Cover | Yes |
| Carburetor Cover | No |
| Front Fender Material | Steel |
| Rear Fender Material | Steel |
| Top Crown | Standard |
| Stand Type | Kick |
| Handlebars | Standard |
| License Plate | Standard |
| Instrumentation: | |
| Digital Instrumentation | Standard |
| Clock | Standard |
| Trip Odometer | Standard |
| Speedometer | Standard |
| Fuel Level Warning Type | Light |
| Service Reminder | Standard |
| Pricing: | |
| Warranty (Condition) | Limited |
| Destination Charge | 270 |
| Zero Price Schema | 0 |
| Identification: | |
| Generic Type (Primary) | Standard |
| Manufacturer Country | USA |
| Introduction Year | 2007 |
| Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age | 16 |
| MIC Model Segment | ON-HWY Cruiser Over 900cc |
| Paint & Finish: | |
| Paint | Standard |
| Decal Kit | Standard |
| Lights: | |
| Headlight Mounts | Standard |
| Headlight Visor | Standard |
| Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
| Glass: | |
| Folding | Yes |
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