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2008 Harley-Davidson Sportster® 1200 Nightster

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2008 Harley-Davidson Sportster® 1200 Nightster
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2008 Harley-Davidson Sportster® 1200 Nightster Specifications

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Model Type  Standard
BASE MSRP(US)  $9,695.00
Warranty  24
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Engine:  
Engine Type  V Twin
Cylinders  2
Engine Stroke  4-Stroke
Cooling  Air
Valves  4
Valves Per Cylinder  2
Valve Configuration  OHV - Pushrod
Compression Ratio  9.7:1
Starter  Electric
Fuel Requirements  Premium
Fuel Type  Gas
Transmission:  
Transmission Type  Manual
Number Of Speeds  5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)  Belt
Wheels & Tires:  
Front Tire (Full Spec)  Dunlop® 100/90 R19 57H
Rear Tire (Full Spec)  Dunlop® 150/80 R16 71H
Brakes:  
Front Brake Type  Disc
Rear Brake Type  Disc
Technical Specifications:  
Wheelbase (in/mm)  60 / 1524
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)  3.3 / 12.5
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2008 Nightster
By Rob Musgrove(Owner), Dec. 29, 2009
This is my first bike and it not only handles well but is and economical ride. The bike handles curves well and has plenty of "gitty up go"! Harley did very well in creating this bike. The 2008 Nightster is well worth the money and the enjoyment!!! Read Full Review

 

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Great Bike with Quality and a Nice Ride
By SSG Rob M(Owner), Feb. 23, 2010
I recently purchased a 2008 Nightster and have had nothing but success. It is built well, handles great even in urban areas. The power is unbeatable and the torque is plenty. This bike is a true bare bone ride with not alot of extras but enough to get you going. I ride mine every day and suggest ... Read Full Review

 

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Great bike, good quality and nice ride!
By Rob Musgrove(Owner), May. 11, 2010
Recently purchased a 2008 Nighster with 3 miles on it. I have put on over 2003 miles as of today and loved every minute of it. The pro's to the bike are the torque, size and weight. The Nightster has plenty of speed and manuverability with the looks of the old style "bobber. Some cons are t... Read Full Review

 

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money well spent
By kevin doolittle(Owner), Dec. 15, 2009
i have a black and green nightster. what i think when i look at this bike is a mix of an old military bike and a bobber. this bike is very easy to mod into a bobber if that is what you want out of it. i enjoy this bike every time i take it out. cold, rain, sun i dont care. the nightster is perfect. Read Full Review

 

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HOTT!!!!!
By ASHLEE(Owner), May. 28, 2009
My boyfriend bought this bike for me for my 22nd birthday! This bike is HOTT!!!!!! Sounds great even with stock pipes, lots of power, and has a real smooth ride. LOVE IT!!!!! BEST GIFT EVER!!! Read Full Review

 

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