2012 Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster

Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster
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General motorcycle information

Model
Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster
Year
2012
Category
Custom / cruiser
Rating

Engine and transmission

Displacement
73.30 cubic inches (1201.2 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 5.91 inches (88.9 x 96.8 mm)
Fuel system
Injection
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Belt
Starter
-
Fuel consumption
4.90 litres/100 km, 20.4 km/l or 48.0 mpg
Top speed
-

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Rake (fork angle)
30.5°
Trail
7.13 inches (116.8 mm)
Front suspension travel
5.61 inches (92.0 mm)
Rear suspension travel
2.50 inches (41.0 mm)
Front tyre
100/90-B19
Rear tyre
150/80-B16
Front brake
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
17.82 inches (292.0 mm)
Rear brake
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
15.87 inches (260.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
545.0 pounds (247.2 kg)
Wet weight
562.0 pounds (254.9 kg)
Seat height
39.9 inches (653 mm)
Wheelbase
92.7 inches (1518 mm)
Overall length
133.0 inches (2179 mm)
Ground clearance
6.0 inches (99 mm)
Fuel capacity
3.30 gallons (12.5 litres)
Oil capacity
0.69 gallons (2.6 litres)

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