2008 Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster

Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster
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General motorcycle information

Model
Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster
Year
2008
Category
Custom / cruiser
Rating

Engine and transmission

Displacement
73.20 cubic inches (1199.6 ccm)
Engine type
V2, 4 stroke
Power
-
Torque
79.01 pound-foot/lbf-ft (107.12 Nm / 10.92 kgf-m) at 4000 RPM
Compression
9.7:1
Bore x stroke
5.42 x 5.90 inches (88.9 x 96.8 mm)
Fuel system
Injection
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Belt
Starter
Electric
Fuel consumption
4.12 litres/100 km, 24.3 km/l or 57.1 mpg
Top speed
-

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)
29.6°
Trail
7.13 inches (116.8 mm)
Front tyre
100/90-H19
Rear tyre
150/80-B16
Front brake
Single disc
Rear brake
Single disc

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
545.0 pounds (247.2 kg)
Wet weight
562.0 pounds (254.9 kg)
Seat height
40.8 inches (668 mm)
Wheelbase
93.0 inches (1524 mm)
Overall length
133.0 inches (2179 mm)
Ground clearance
6.1 inches (100 mm)
Fuel capacity
3.30 gallons (12.5 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information