2011 Harley-Davidson XL 1200N NIGHTSTER

Ever since its introduction in 2007, the Nightster® model has prowled the streets with a deep, menacing growl. Low, dark and aggressive, it brought a styling attitude to the Sportster® family that had not been seen before – a raw, Dark Custom™ bike that delivers a 1200cc knockout punch. With chopped front and rear fenders, side-mounted license plate, combined stop/turn/tail lights, low 25.3-inch seat height, old-school front fork gaiters and raw-boned graphics and a unique finish on its V-Twin Evolution® engine for a gritty, no-nonsense look, the Nightster® model is the motorcycle for those who want Sportster® performance coupled with an attitude.

NEW Paint color schemes

• Medium-gray powder-coated engine with polished covers
• Chrome exhaust with slash-cut mufflers
• Low front and rear suspension
• Classic 3.3-gallon fuel tank
• Black, Laced Steel wheels with chrome spokes and black hubs
• Chopped front fender with black brackets and lightening holes
• Chopped rear fender with black supports
• Belt guard with lightening holes
• Black fork sliders and black fork gaiters
• Sportster® Classic solo seat
• Black hand and foot controls
• Side-mounted license plate
• Combination stop/turn/tail lights
• Black headlamp body with black visor and satin trim ring
• Black low-rise handlebar and black riser

MODEL HIGHLIGHTS KEY FEATURES

• Evolution® V-Twin powertrain with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
• Rubber-mounted powertrain to reduce vibration
• 5-speed transmission
• Dual staggered exhaust
• Handlebar-mounted electronic speedometer
• Disc brakes
• Mid-mounted foot controls
• Optional Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System with hands-free security fob

COLOR OPTIONS

• Solids
• Two-Tones
• Custom Colors

Available Colors

• Vivid Black
• Cool Blue Pearl
• Scarlet Red/Vivid Black
• Psychedelic Purple/Vivid Black
• Apple Green/Vivid Black

U.S. MSRP

• Vivid Black: $9,999
• Solids: $10,289
• Two-Tones: $10,499
• Custom Colors: $10,669

Technical Data

DIMENSIONS
Length	85.8 in. (2179 mm)
Overall Width	36.4 in. (925 mm)
Overall Height	43.6 in. (1107 mm)
Seat Height – Laden	25.7 in. (653 mm)
Seat Height – Unladen	26.9 in. (683 mm)
Ground Clearance	3.9 in. (99 mm)
Rake (steering head)	30.4°
Fork Angle	30.4°
Trail	4.6 in. (117 mm)
Wheelbase	59.8 in. (1519 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, blackwall)	Front: 100/90-19 57H Rear: 150/80B16 71H
Fuel Capacity	3.3 gal. (12.5 L) (warning light at approximately 0.8 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter)	2.8 qts. (2.6 L)
Transmission Capacity	1.0 qts.
Weight – As Shipped	545 lbs. (247.2 kg)
Weight – In Running Order	562 lbs. (254.9 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating	1000 lbs. (453.6 kg)
Gross Axle Weight Rating – Front	335 lbs. (152.0 kg)
Gross Axle Weight Rating – Rear	665 lbs. (301.6 kg)
ENGINE
Engine	Air-cooled, Evolution®
Valves	Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke	3.5 in. x 3.812 in. (88.9 mm x 96.8 mm)
Displacement	73.3 cu. in. (1200 cc)
Compression Ratio	9.7:1
Fuel System	Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner	Paper cartridge type
Lubrication System	Dry-sump
DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive	Chain, 57/38 ratio
Final Drive	Belt, 68/29 ratio
Clutch	Multi-plate, wet
Transmission	5-speed
Gear Ratios (overall)	1st: 9.315 2nd: 6.653 3rd: 4.948 4th: 4.102 5th: 3.517
CHASSIS
Frame	Mild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions
Swingarm	Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks	39 mm
Rear Shocks	Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable
Wheels	Black, Laced Steel Front: 19 in. x 2.5 in. (483 mm x 64 mm) Rear: 16 in. x 3 in. (406 mm x 76 mm)
Brakes	Dual-piston front, single-piston rear
Rotor Type	Front: 11.5 in. x .2 in. (292 mm x 5 mm) Rear: 10.24 in. x .28 in. (260 mm x 7 mm)
Suspension Travel	Front Wheel: 3.62 in. (92 mm) Rear Wheel: 1.63 in. (41 mm)
PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque	North America: 79 ft. lbs. @ 4000 RPM (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM)
Lean Angle	Right: 29° Left: 30°
Fuel Economy	42/57 mpg (5.60/4.13 L/100 km)
ELECTRIC
Battery	Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 12-amp/hour, 200 cca
Charging	Single-phase, 30-amp system (357W @ 13.5V, 2000 RPM, 405W max power @ 13.5V)
Starting	1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights	Headlamp (quartz halogen): 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam Tail/Stop Lights: 8W/28W per lamp Turn Signal Lights: 28W self-canceling Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lights: 8W/28W per lamp Indicator Lamps: High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system (optional)
WARRANTY
Warranty	24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service Interval	First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter