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New take on the Nightster with 975 cc version of Revolution Max engine

New entry point to the Harley-Davidson range to debut shortly

Trev by Trev
April 13, 2022
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2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

Overnight Harley-Davidson unveiled a new model based on the Sportster platform. We believe the Nighster 975 will act as a new entry point to the Harley range.

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

Sportster S had 121 hp at 7500 rpm and 127 Nm at 6000 rpm, while the new 975 cc version of the engine, which is downsized via both a smaller bore and shorter stroke, produces 90 hp at 7500 rpm, and 95 Nm of torque at 5000 rpm.

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

Compared the previous 883 generation of Sportster, this new 975 version of the Revolution Max engine produces almost double the horsepower and 35 per cent more torque.

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

At 218 kg ready to ride the Nightster is around 10 kg lighter than the Sportster S while the seat height is a massive two inches lower, down to 705 mm.

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

The lower seat height has come with a trade-off in regards to handling, with the Nightster spec’ sheet noting 32-degrees of lean angle for the Nightster compared to 34-degrees for the Sportster S. That said, the new Nightster does offer five-degrees more cornering ability than the popular but now discontinued 48 model Sportster.

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

Nightster looks to have a little more suspension travel than the Sportster S but has no rear linkage. It is a direct mount system with 76.2 mm of travel, while the 41 mm Showa Dual Bending Valve forks provide a much more generous 114 mm of travel.  Rear pre-load seems to be adjustable via a threaded collar.

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

The rake is the same across both models but the Nightster runs much less trail but on a longer wheelbase, despite an identical 28-degree fork angle up front.

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

No doubt the biggest difference will come in regards to the steering with the Nightster running a 100/90-19 front compared to the fat 160/70-17 fitted to the Sportster S. At the back Nightster runs a 150/80-16 compared to the 180/70-16 of Sportster S.

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

We believe the Nightster will be pitched as a new introductory model to the marque with its thin dimensions and low seat height providing it with a very approachable start point in the Harley-Davidson range for those uninitiated to the brand.

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

Fuel capacity in the underseat tank is lineball with the Sportster S at 11.7 litre with a fuel light and range to empty functionality built into a new circular analogue looking speedo with LCD inset.

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2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

On the electronics front Nightster has ABS, traction control and engine braking control.  Braking is via a single four-piston radial caliper clamping on a 320 mm rotor.

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

The Nightster will be in Australian dealerships this month from $23,995 Ride Away.

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster 975
EngineRevolution Max 975T Chain-driven, DOHC, hydraulic self-adjusting lifters, intake VVT; four valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke97 x 66 mm
Displacement59.5 cu in (975 cc)
Compression Ratio12:1
Engine Torque70 ft-lb (95 Nm) @ 5000 rpm
Power (Hp/kW)90 HP / 67 kW @ 7500 rpm
Fuel SystemElectronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air CleanerDowndraft intake, tuned velocity stacks,
Exhaust2-into-1; catalyst in header
Lubrication SystemSemi-Dry Sump
Primary DriveGear, 49/89 ratio
Final DriveBelt, 80/34 ratio
ClutchMechanical, eight plate wet, assist & slip, 1090N
TransmissionSix-speed
FrameStressed-member, high strength low alloy steel trellis frame; stamped, cast, and forged junctions; MIG welded; aluminum forged mid-structure
SwingarmMild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped x-member; MIG welded
Front Fork41mm SHOWA Dual Bending Valve conventional forks.  Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Rear ShocksRear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting (no linkage) emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and a threaded collar for pre-load adjustment.
Wheels, TypeAluminum cast, satin black
Wheels, Front2.5 in. x 19 in. 
Wheels, Rear 4.25 in. x 16 in. 
Tires, TypeDunlop Harley-Davidson Series Bias Blackwall
Tires, Specification100/90-19 57H, 150/80B16 77H
Brake CaliperFront: axially mounted, 4-piston caliper; Rear: floating, single piston caliper
Brakes, RotorFront: single rotor, floating, hub – mounted; Rear: solid uniform expansion rotor
Brakes, Front Diameter320 mm
Brakes, Rear Diameter260 mm
Length2,206 mm
Overall Width836 mm
Overall Height1,108 mm
Seat Height, Laden688 mm
Seat Height, Unladen705 mm
Seat Height, Unladen (Low seat position)114 mm
Weight (wet)218 kg
Fuel capacity11.7 L
Rake (steering head) (deg)30
Fork Angle (deg)28
Fuel Economy4.5 l/100 km
LightsAll LED
Gauges4-inch viewable round gauge area analogue display with, Speedometer, L/R turn Indication, Traction Control Indication, Coolant Temperature Alert, ABS alert, Fog Lamp Indication, Battery Voltage Alert, High Beam Indicator, Low Fuel Indication, Rear-ABS Disabled Indication, Failure-Indication Alert, Neutral Position Indication, Low Tire Pressure indication, Check Engine Light indication, Oil Pressure Alert, Service Indication.
Warranty24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service IntervalFirst 1,600 km, every 8,000 km thereafter
2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster
2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster
2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster
2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster
2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster
2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster
2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster
2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster
2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster
2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster
2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster
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Trev

Motojourno - Founder of MCNews.com.au - Australia's leading resource for motorcycle news, reviews and race coverage for over 20 years.

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