A lightweight build, torque-rich Revolution Max 975T, selectable ride modes, and built-in safety features give the 2026 Nightster razor-sharp control and blackout style to match. Add in LED lighting and vintage Harley cues, and you’ve got a bike that rides (and looks) locked in.
Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2026 Harley-Davidson Nightster: LOW TECH THAT JUST WORKS.
Introducing the 2026 Harley-Davidson Nightster…
Light, low, and loaded, the 2026 Nightster is built to be the bike you’ve been looking for.
The Beginning of Something Better
At 481 lbs wet with a low 27.1” seat height, the 2026 Nightster carries its weight where it counts: low, centered, and in your control. Add a blacked-out 975T Revolution Max® motor, selectable ride modes, LED lighting, and legacy Sportster® styling, and you’ve got an incomparably capable machine, no matter where you’re coming from.
“First ride, I realized it was the first bike I didn’t have to fight with. The weight, the stance, the way it moves… It all just clicks.”
2026 Harley-Davidson Nightster Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
- 91 HP Horsepower
- 27.1 in. Seat Height, Laden
- 481 lb. Weight, In Running Order
- 52 mpg Fuel Economy
Built For Every Move You Make.
A lightweight build, torque-rich Revolution Max 975T, selectable ride modes, and built-in safety features give the 2026 Nightster razor-sharp control and blackout style to match. Add in LED lighting and vintage Harley cues, and you’ve got a bike that rides (and looks) locked in.
Hard-Hitting Blacked-Out Powertrain
Updated for 2026 with highlighted cooling fins, the blacked-out Revolution Max 975T powertrain on the Nightster hits harder on the dark, custom, sport-driven attitude riders have been asking for. You asked, and we listened.
Low, Locked-In Stance
A 27.1″ seat height and classic rider triangle lock you into a balanced, confident riding position, whether you’re easing off the side stand or tipping it into the next corner.
Lightweight and Confidence-Building
At just 481 lbs. wet, with the fuel tank positioned under the seat for better balance, the Nightster is one of the lightest Harleys you can throw a leg over. And it feels like it, too.
Vintage Sportster DNA
Tank graphic, round air intake cover, medallion tank badge, and exposed dual rear shocks keep the Sportster lineage alive, giving the Nightster a profile that’s pure Harley from every angle.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON REVEALS SELECT NEW 2026 MOTORCYCLES SHIPPING SOON TO WORLDWIDE AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIPS
MILWAUKEE – Harley-Davidson reveals selected new models from its 2026 motorcycle line up. These exciting motorcycles will be available soon at authorized Harley-Davidson dealerships globally.
Additional 2026 Harley-Davidson motorcycle models, including the limited-production Custom Vehicle Operation (CVO) collection, will be revealed in early 2026.
For 2026, the unmatched Harley-Davidson riding experience is more attainable than ever with the introduction of a Solo Trim Package for three popular models. Each model features a solo seat, Dark Billiard Gray paint, and cast aluminum wheels. The Solo Trim Package is available for the Heritage Classic ($19,999*), Street Bob ($14,999*), and the Street Glide models ($24,999*).
The additional 2026 Harley-Davidson models announced today are:
- The Street Glide and Road Glide Models: From the company that created the cross-country experience, these Grand American Touring models are optimized for customers who prioritize luxury, performance and long-haul comfort.
- The Low Rider S, Low Rider ST, Heritage Classic, Breakout, Fat Boy, and Street Bob Models:The diverse line of Harley-Davidson Cruiser motorcycles includes six very distinctive models, each presenting a specific stylistic personality, from nostalgic to high performance to boldly custom. Each model features the full suite of Rider Safety Enhancements by Harley-Davidson and the Milwaukee-Eight 117 powertrain, but in three unique tunes – with differences in intake and exhaust, cam profiles, and ride mode programming – to offer performance that matches the personality of each Cruiser model.
- The Sportster S, Nightster Special, and Nightster Models:Extraordinary performance and advanced technology combine to deliver a dynamic riding experience with styling inspired by Harley-Davidson heritage for these Sport motorcycles. The Revolution Max motor on these models features new engine covers offering an enhanced custom look. And a new option package for the Nightster model features bold Blood Orange paint with graphics inspired by Harley-Davidson flat track race bikes, plus chrome exhaust shields and 14-spoke cast aluminum wheels. Sport models will reach authorized Harley-Davidson dealerships globally in early 2026.
- The Pan America 1250 Special, and Pan America 1250 ST Models: Adventure Touring is for riders who turn touring into detouring. The award-winning Pan America 1250 Special motorcycle is a versatile, technologically advanced motorcycle designed to give its rider the confidence to explore a variety of on- and off-pavement routes. The Pan America 1250 ST model is tuned for nimble sport-touring pavement performance withpremium suspension and braking components, 17-inch wheels shod with performance tires and a quickshifter. Adventure Touring models will reach authorized Harley-Davidson dealerships globally in early 2026.
*Available only from dealers in the United States.
2026 Harley-Davidson Nightster Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Responsive Revolution Max 975T Motor
Liquid-cooled, torque-rich, and quick to respond, the Revolution Max 975T puts down 91 HP with a fat power band you can feel every time you give it the beans.
Dual Outboard Rear Shocks
More travel than legacy Sportsters means a smoother ride so you can stay planted without losing the edge that makes the Nightster so much fun to ride.
Peak Performance 2-1 Exhaust
Matched with the downdraft air intake, the lightweight 2-into-1 exhaust opens up the Revolution Max motor for freer breathing and sharper response. It’s tuned for punch, balanced for symmetry, and built to give the Nightster a look and sound that are unmistakably peppy, modern, and pure Harley-Davidson.
Premium Brembo Brakes
All the stopping power you need. A four-piston Brembo caliper up front, single-piston in the rear, and floating rotors all around give the Nightster the kind of stopping power that feels intuitive, balanced, and precise. Every piece falls into place to keep you in control of all 91 horses waiting under your right hand.
Selectable Ride Modes + Rider Safety Enhancements
Three ride modes (Road, Sport, and Rain) instantly change the attitude of the Nightster to match your mood and the conditions, while ABS, traction control, and drag-torque slip control work quietly in the background to keep you locked in when the road throws you a curve.
Full LED Lighting
Bright, low-draw LED lighting keeps you visible from every angle while throwing a clean, white beam to light your path after dark.
Nightster Special edition
LIGHTNING BOTTLED IN BLOOD ORANGE
Nothing hits Harley heritage like the XR750 tank graphic. This wet-slide tribute brings a smile to the storied enthusiasts and turns new congregants into believers. In Blood Orange with color-matched fenders, black Nightster Special wheels, and a chrome exhaust shield, this special edition 2026 Nightster carries its lineage with pride.
BLOOD ORANGE PAINT + GRAPHIC
Blood Orange paint with color-matched fenders and a wet-slide tank graphic recalls the fire of Harley’s racing heritage while cutting a fresh line for today. Nostalgia, speed, and attitude all come wrapped in one unmistakable package.
CHROME EXHAUST SHIELD
A bright chrome heat shield contrasts perfectly with the black performance 2-into-1 pipes, catching light at every angle. A modern edge that amplifies the silhouette of the Nightster while nodding to classic H-D race design.
BLACK NIGHTSTER SPECIAL WHEELS
Black Nightster Special wheels tie the look together, carrying the kind of no-frills toughness born on dirt tracks and carried onto the street. It’s strong, simple, and true to the Nightster’s stripped-down aesthetic.
RIDER SAFETY ENHANCEMENTS
Harley-Davidson’s Rider Safety Enhancements is all about giving you that extra peace of mind when things get a little unpredictable. It’s a set of smart tech that steps in during tricky situations, helping the bike handle traction while you’re accelerating, braking, or slowing down. With the Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements, the bike even adjusts for cornering, keeping things smooth and steady without you having to think twice.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
ABS is designed to prevent the wheels from locking under braking and helps the rider maintain control when braking in a straight-line, urgent situation.
Traction Control System (TCS)
The TCS is designed to keep the rear wheel from “spinning out” when the motorcycle is accelerating in a straight line and enhances rider confidence.
Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS)
DSCS is designed to reduce excessive rear-wheel slip and help prevent rear-wheel lock under powertrain-induced deceleration, which typically occurs when the rider makes an abrupt downshift gear change or quickly reduces the throttle while on wet or slippery road surfaces.
2026 Harley-Davidson Nightster – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: from $9,999 USD
Canada MSRP Price: from $11,899 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £ See Dealer GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Dimensions
Length
88.6 in.
Width
33 in.
Seat Height, Laden +
27.1 in.
Ground Clearance
4.3 in.
Rake
30
Trail
5.4 in.
Wheelbase
60.8 in.
Tire, Type
Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall
Tires, Front Specification
100/90-19 57H
Tires, Rear Specification
150/80B16 77H
Fuel Capacity
3.1 gal.
Oil Capacity (w/filter)
4.75 qt.
Weight, In Running Order
481 lb.
Engine
Engine+
Revolution® Max 975T
Bore
3.82 in.
Stroke
2.6 in.
Displacement
59.5 cu in.
Compression Ratio
12:1
Fuel System+
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Exhaust
2-into-1; catalyst in header
Performance
Engine Torque Testing Method
J1349
Engine Torque+
72 ft-lbs
Engine Torque (rpm)
5750
Horsepower
91 HP / 68 kW @ 7500 rpm
Lean Angle, Right (deg.)
32
Lean Angle, Left (deg.)
32
Fuel Economy Testing Method
Estimated City/Hwy
Fuel Economy+
52 mpg
Drive Train
Primary Drive
Gear, 49/89 ratio
Gear Ratios (overall) 1st
12.21
Gear Ratios (overall) 2nd
9.022
Gear Ratios (overall) 3rd
6.994
Gear Ratios (overall) 4th
5.641
Gear Ratios (overall) 5th
4.731
Gear Ratios (overall) 6th
4.131
Chassis
Front Fork
41mm (1.6 in) SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Rear Shocks
Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting (no linkage) emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and a threaded collar for pre-load adjustment.
Wheels, Front Type+
Aluminum cast, satin black
Wheels, Rear Type+
Aluminum cast, satin black
Brakes, Caliper Type
Front: axially mounted, 4-piston caliper; Rear: floating, single piston caliper
Brakes, Rotor Type
Front: single rotor, floating, hub – mounted; Rear: solid uniform expansion rotor
Electric
Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp, Tail/Stop, Front Signal Lights, Rear Turn Signals+
Headlamp: All LED headlamp, low and high beam with signature position lighting; Tail/Stop: All LED rear lighting; Front Signal Lights/Rear Turn Signals: LED Bullet Turn Signals
Gauges
4-inch viewable round gauge area analog 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.
Infotainment
Screen Size
4″ Analog Instrument with Segmented LCD
Type
Analog display
Languages
English (default)
Vehicle Information Screen (Air temperature, oil pressure and EITMS)
Total Odometer (Selectable Miles or km), Trip A/B, Gear Position Indication, Fuel Range, 12/24 Hr Clock, Digital Tachometer, Segmented Fuel Level, Ride Mode Indication
2026 Harley-Davidson Nightster – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details
Dimensions
Length
2,250 mm
Width
840 mm
Seat Height, Unladen
705 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
Rake
30
Trail
137 mm
Wheelbase
1,545 mm
Tire, Type
Dunlop™ Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall
Tires, Front Specification
100/90-19 57H
Tires, Rear Specification
150/80B16 77H
Fuel Capacity
11.7 l
Oil Capacity (w/filter)
4.5 l
Weight, In Running Order
218 kg
Engine
Engine+
Revolution™ Max 975T
Bore
97 mm
Stroke
66 mm
Displacement
975 cc
Compression Ratio
12:1
Fuel System+
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Exhaust
2-into-1; catalyst in header
Performance
Engine Torque Testing Method
J1349
Engine Torque+
97 Nm
Engine Torque (rpm)
5750
Horsepower
91 HP / 68 kW @ 7500 rpm
Lean Angle, Right (deg.)
32
Lean Angle, Left (deg.)
32
Fuel Economy Testing Method
Estimated City/Hwy
Fuel Economy+
5.5 l/100 km
Drive Train
Primary Drive
Gear, 49/89 ratio
Gear Ratios (overall) 1st
12.21
Gear Ratios (overall) 2nd
9.022
Gear Ratios (overall) 3rd
6.994
Gear Ratios (overall) 4th
5.641
Gear Ratios (overall) 5th
4.731
Gear Ratios (overall) 6th
4.131
Chassis
Front Fork
41mm SHOWA™ Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Rear Shocks
Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting (no linkage) emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and a threaded collar for pre-load adjustment.
Wheels, Front Type+
Aluminum cast, satin black
Wheels, Rear Type+
Aluminum cast, satin black
Brakes, Caliper Type
Front: axially mounted, 4-piston caliper; Rear: floating, single piston caliper
Brakes, Rotor Type
Front: single rotor, floating, hub – mounted; Rear: solid uniform expansion rotor
Electric
Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp, Tail/Stop/Front Signal Lights
Headlamp: All LED headlamp, low and high beam with signature position lighting; Tail/Stop: All LED rear lighting; Front Signal Lights/Rear Turn Signals: LED Bullet Turn Signals
Gauges
102 mm viewable round gauge area analog 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.
Infotainment
Screen Size
102 mm Analog Instrument with Segmented LCD
Type
Analog display
Languages
English (default)
Vehicle Information Screen (Air temperature, oil pressure and EITMS)
Total Odometer (Selectable Miles or km), Trip A/B, Gear Position Indication, Fuel Range, 12/24 Hr Clock, Digital Tachometer, Segmented Fuel Level, Ride Mode Indication
2026 Harley-Davidson Nightster – Totalmotorcycle.com Europe Specifications/Technical Details
Dimensions
Length
2,250 mm
Width
840 mm
Seat Height, Unladen
705 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
Rake
30
Trail
137 mm
Wheelbase
1,545 mm
Tire, Type
Dunlop™ Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall
Tires, Front Specification
100/90-19 57H
Tires, Rear Specification
150/80B16 77H
Fuel Capacity
11.7 l
Oil Capacity (w/filter)
4.5 l
Weight, In Running Order
220 kg
Engine
Engine+
Revolution™ Max 975T
Bore
97 mm
Stroke
66 mm
Displacement
975 cc
Compression Ratio
12:1
Fuel System+
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Exhaust
2-into-1; catalyst in header
Performance
Engine Torque Testing Method
EC 134/2014
Engine Torque+
95 Nm
Engine Torque (rpm)
5750
Horsepower
89 HP / 66 kW @ 7500 rpm
Lean Angle, Right (deg.)
32
Lean Angle, Left (deg.)
32
Fuel Economy Testing Method
EU 134/2014
Fuel Economy+
5.5 l/100 km
CO2 Emissions Testing Method
EU 134/2014
CO2 Emissions
130 g/km CO2
Drive Train
Primary Drive
Gear, 49/89 ratio
Gear Ratios (overall) 1st
12.21
Gear Ratios (overall) 2nd
9.022
Gear Ratios (overall) 3rd
6.994
Gear Ratios (overall) 4th
5.641
Gear Ratios (overall) 5th
4.731
Gear Ratios (overall) 6th
4.131
Chassis
Front Fork
41mm SHOWA™ Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Rear Shocks
Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting (no linkage) emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and a threaded collar for pre-load adjustment.
Wheels, Front Type+
Aluminum cast, satin black
Wheels, Rear Type+
Aluminum cast, satin black
Brakes, Caliper Type
Front: axially mounted, 4-piston caliper; Rear: floating, single piston caliper
Brakes, Rotor Type
Front: single rotor, floating, hub – mounted; Rear: solid uniform expansion rotor
Electric
Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp, Tail/Stop, Front Signal Lights, Rear Turn Signals
Headlamp: All LED headlamp, low and high beam with signature position lighting; Tail/Stop: All LED rear lighting; Front Signal Lights/Rear Turn Signals: LED Bullet Turn Signals
Gauges
102 mm viewable round gauge area analog 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.
Infotainment
Screen Size
102 mm Analog Instrument with Segmented LCD
Type
Analog display
Languages
English (default)
Vehicle Information Screen (Air temperature, oil pressure and EITMS)
Total Odometer (Selectable Miles or km), Trip A/B, Gear Position Indication, Fuel Range, 12/24 Hr Clock, Digital Tachometer, Segmented Fuel Level, Ride Mode Indication
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