2011 Sportster Nightster Harley-Davidson Motorcycle

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With a gritty, no-nonsense look, it's Sportster® performance with a dark, aggressive attitude not normally found on such a nimble bike.

Starting at $9,999*

DIMENSIONS – U.S. Units \| Metric Units
Length	85.8 in. \| 2245 mm
Seat Height
Laden 2	25.7 in. \| N/A
Unladen 2	26.9 in. \| 725 mm
Ground Clearance	3.9 in. \| 130 mm
Rake Steering Head	30.4 ° \| N/A
Trail	4.6 in. \| 117 mm
Wheelbase	59.8 in. \| 1510 mm
Fuel Capacity	3.3 gal. \| 12.5 L
Oil Capacity	2.8 qt. \| 2.65 L
Weight
Dry Weight	545 lbs. \| 251 kg
Running Order	562 lbs. \| 260 kg
Luggage Capacity
Volume	N/A \| N/A
Weight	N/A \| N/A
POWERTRAIN
Engine 3	Air-cooled, Evolution® \| Air-cooled, Evolution®
Displacement	73.3 cu. in. \| 1202 cc
Bore x Stroke	3.5 in. / 3.812 in. \| 88.9 mm / 96.8 mm
Engine Torque	J1349 \| J1349
Engine Torque 4	79 ft. lbs. @ 4000 rpm \| 107 Nm @ 3250 rpm
Fuel System 5	Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) \| Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Compression Ratio	9.7:1 \| 9.7:1
Primary Drive	Chain, 38/57 ratio \| Chain, 38/57 ratio
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy City 6	42 mpg \| 5.6 l/100km
Fuel Economy Hwy 6	57 mpg \| 4.13 l/100km
Gear Ratio (Overall)
1st	9.315 \| 9.314
2nd	6.653 \| 6.655
3rd	4.948 \| 4.949
4th	4.102 \| 4.101
5th	3.517 \| 3.518
6th	N/A \| N/A
WHEELS / TIRES
Wheels
Front 7	Black, Laced Steel \| Black, Laced Steel
Wheel Option 7	N/A \| N/A
Rear 7	Black, Laced Steel \| Black, Laced Steel
Tire Size
Front	100/90-19 57H \| N/A
Rear	150/80B16 71H \| N/A
ELECTRICAL
Instruments	Handlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock on odometer, dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure light, engine diagnostics readout, LED indicator lights \| Handlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock on odometer, dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure light, engine diagnostics readout, LED indicator lights
Indicator Lamps 8	High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system (optional) \| High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system (optional)
	N/A \| N/A
CHASSIS
Brakes	Dual-piston front, single-piston rear \| Dual-piston front, single-piston rear
Parking Brake	N/A \| N/A
Lean Angle	N/A \| N/A
Exhaust System	Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers \| Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers
COLOR OPTIONS
	Vivid Black Cool Blue Pearl Scarlet Red / Vivid Black Psychedelic Purple / Vivid Black Apple Green / Vivid Black \| Vivid Black Cool Blue Pearl Scarlet Red / Vivid Black Psychedelic Purple / Vivid Black Apple Green / Vivid Black

2011 Nightster

*Prices listed are the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices. Options such as color are available at additional cost. Prices exclude dealer setup, taxes, title and licensing and are subject to change. Please contact Mile High Harley-Davidson for exact prices.

2 Measurement reflects 180 lb. (81.7 kg) operator weight.
3 Recommended 91 octane or higher fuel (R+M)/2.
4 Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region.
5 Standard and optional fuel systems may vary by country.
6 Estimated from fuel economy tests on a sample motorcycle from the corresponding family conducted by Harley-Davidson under ideal laboratory conditions. Not all motorcycle models undergo fuel economy testing. Fuel economy and mileage may vary among motorcycle models within a family. Your mileage may vary depending on your personal riding habits, weather conditions, trip length, vehicle condition and vehicle configuration and other conditions. Break-in mileage may vary.
7 Standard and optional wheels may vary by country and region.
8 North America security system includes immobilizer; outside North America the security system includes immobilizer and siren.
9 See motorcycle owner's manual for complete details.

Vehicles depicted may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Specifications and prices listed may differ from specifications and prices of vehicles manufactured and delivered. All product descriptions (including depictions, specifications, dimensions, measurements, ratings and competitive comparisons) are based on available information at the time of publication. Although such descriptions are believed correct, errors and changes can occur and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Harley-Davidson may make changes at any time to prices and specifications, and may change or discontinue models, without notice and without incurring any obligation. Attention: Vehicles in the configurations shown and many of the accessories described in this catalog may not be available for sale or use in some locations. Please check with your dealer for complete product details and the latest information. All models feature 6-speed transmission (VRSC™ models and Sportster® models are 5-speed) and carbon fiber belt final drive; multi-plate clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath; and 2-year unlimited mileage warranty.

2011 sportster® Nightster® XL1200N

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