| General information |
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| Model: | Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster |
| Year: | 2008 |
| Category: | Custom / cruiser |
| Rating: | 63.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
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| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 1199.61 ccm (73.20 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | V2 |
| Stroke: | 4 |
| Torque: | 107.12 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 79.0 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM |
| Compression: | 9.7:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
| Starter: | Electric |
| Cooling system: | Air |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed |
Transmission type
final drive: | Belt |
| Clutch: | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
| Physical measures |
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| Dry weight: | 247.2 kg (545.0 pounds) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: | 254.9 kg (562.0 pounds) |
| Seat height: | 668 mm (26.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall length: | 2,179 mm (85.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance: | 1,000 mm (39.4 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1,524 mm (60.0 inches) |
| Chassis and dimensions |
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| Rake (fork angle): | 29.6° |
| Trail: | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Front tyre dimensions: | 100/90-H19 |
| Rear tyre dimensions: | 150/80-B16 |
| Front brakes: | Single disc |
| Rear brakes: | Single disc |
| Exhaust system: | Chrome, slash-cut exhaust w/ dual mufflers |
| Speed and acceleration |
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| Other specifications |
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| Fuel capacity: | 12.49 litres (3.30 gallons) |
| Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles): | 4.12 litres (1.09 gallons) |
| Color options: | Vivid Black, Suede Blue Pearl and Vivid Black, Olive Pearl Denim and Black Denim, Brilliant Silver Denim and Black Denim, Mirage Orange Pearl and Vivid Black. |
| Comments: | Side-mounted license plate; chopped rear fender with black supports; stop-turn-tail lights; black 19-in. laced steel front wheel, black 16-in. laced steel rear wheel; black front fork gaiters; black finish hand and foot controls; chopped front fender with black brackets; belt guard with lightening holes |
| Further information |
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