2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster Review

2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster
Reduced to $9999 MSRP. New level of styling with a special option package that combines Snake Venom color-shift paint with upgraded wheels and an exclusive chrome exhaust shield. Snake Venom is a color-shift paint that changes hue as influenced by the ambient light source and with the viewer’s position relative to the motorcycle.
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2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster: SNAKE VENOM PAINT. ‘NUFF SAID.

Introducing the 2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster…

Into a new dawn. With classic Sportster form and modern function, the nimble Nightster has a low center of gravity, rider-focused tech, and a high-revving, liquid-cooled Revolution Max 975T V-twin engine.

The Nightster model combines a classic Harley-Davidson silhouette with an exciting level of performance and handling. The result is a confidence-building riding experience made possible by a low center of gravity, a balanced rider triangle, an easy lift off the kick stand and standard Rider Safety Enhancements. A Revolution Max 975T powertrain, rated at 91 horsepower (68 kW) and 72 lb.-ft. (97 Nm) peak torque, has been tuned to offer flexible, engaging performance with strong acceleration from idle and robust power through the mid-range.

NEW Color and Finish Option takes the Nightster model to a new level of styling with a special option package that combines Snake Venom color-shift paint with upgraded wheels and an exclusive chrome exhaust shield. Snake Venom is a color-shift paint that changes hue as influenced by the ambient light source and with the viewer’s position relative to the motorcycle. This shift is especially dramatic in bright sunlight. This special paint is applied to the air box cover and to the front and rear fenders, while 14-spoke cast aluminum wheels with a silver finish replace the standard Nightster 7-spoke black cast wheels. Other color options include Billiard Gray, Vivid Black and new Whiskey Fire. Black powertrain finish replaces gray for a dramatic visual change.

Cast wheels and LED lighting improve performance with style, and a fully blacked-out powertrain complements the bold vintage tank medallion and nostalgic Sportster silhouette.

 

UPDATE:

MILWAUKEE (March 14, 2025) – Harley-Davidson® today announced new lower pricing for the agile and exciting 2025 Nightster® motorcycle. The Nightster model is now available at authorized Harley-Davidson® dealers starting at $9,999 MSRP in the base Billiard Gray color, making the authentic Harley-Davidson riding experience more attainable than ever.

TMW Note: Prices for all trims and colors have been reduced slightly as well for the USA. Priced INCREASED for Canada slightly.

 

 

2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features

HARLEY-DAVIDSON INTRODUCES NEW STREET GLIDE ULTRA, PAN AMERICA 1250 ST AND SIX REFRESHED CRUISER MODELS FOR 2025 MOTORCYCLE LINE-UP

MILWAUKEE (January 23, 2025) – Harley-Davidson today revealed all-new and refreshed motorcycles for its 2025 model line-up. New to this diverse line of bikes are the Street Glide Ultra, a fully equipped long-haul touring model, and the pavement-ready Pan America 1250 ST adventure sport motorcycle. The 2025 Harley-Davidson Cruiser motorcycle collection includes six models with significantly revised performance and technology features. The powerful Sportster S model is updated with revised suspension for enhanced comfort. The collection of limited-production Custom Vehicle Operation (CVO) motorcycles includes four models and completes the most-desirable portfolio of motorcycles ever offered by Harley-Davidson.

These new Harley-Davidson models complete the collection of 2025 Harley-Davidson Grand American Touring, Cruiser, Sport, Adventure Touring and Trike motorcycles.

NEW 2025 Cruiser Models
The reinvigorated 2025 Cruiser collection includes six very distinctive motorcycles, each infused with new technology, elevated performance and refreshed styling. Each Cruiser model features a new Milwaukee-Eight 117 powertrain and technology advancements and utilizes the Harley-Davidson Softail chassis with hidden mono shock rear suspension. The 2025 Cruiser line includes the following models, each representing a specific stylistic personality, from nostalgic to high performance to boldly custom: Low Rider S, Low Rider ST, Breakout, Heritage Classic, Fat Boy and Street Bob.

NEW 2025 Street Glide Ultra Model
The highway is calling. The new Street Glide Ultra model elevates the long-distance touring experience. This new model combines the comfort, technology, performance and design elements introduced on the 2024 Street Glide with new features intended to support two-up, long-haul travel for riders seeking freedom and adventure. This is the most capable regular-production Grand American Touring motorcycle offered by Harley-Davidson.

NEW 2025 Pan America 1250 ST Model
The new Pan America 1250 ST model is a dynamic adventure sport motorcycle that can be a practical daily ride, an exciting back-road apex chaser, and a capable weekend touring mount. Designed to appeal to riders ready to exchange a sport bike or streetfighter for an agile bike with more comfort and longer distance capability, the Pan America 1250 ST model offers a commanding and comfortable upright rider position, the flexible power delivery of the liquid-cooled Revolution Max 1250 engine, a 17” front wheel, and premium suspension and braking components.

NEW Sportster S Model
Underpinned by newly revised suspension, the Harley-Davidson Sportster S model is designed to deliver an extraordinary riding experience rooted in the thrill of unleashing on-demand torque for an exhilarating blast of thrust and adrenaline. Its light weight, technology features and bold design appeal to experienced riders, new riders and those ready to step away from the crowd on a motorcycle that discards traditional styling tropes. Newly revised front and rear suspension offers a 60 percent increase in rear wheel travel without impacting seat height to improve rider comfort on some pavement conditions. Both front and rear suspension are fully adjustable for compression/rebound damping and preload.

NEW 2025 Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operation Models
For its 26th annual installment, Harley-Davidson CVO models offer discerning riders four super-premium, limited production motorcycle models. Each makes a bold statement of power and prestige and represents the pinnacle of Harley-Davidson style and design with new finish and design details for 2025.

CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide models elevate design, technology and performance to meet the expectations of the most demanding and discerning bagger rider.

CVO Road Glide ST model, inspired by the Screamin’ Eagle Factory Team Road Glide bikes competing for the MotoAmerica Mission Foods King of the Baggers championship, combines an exclusive Milwaukee-Eight 121 H.O. engine with a host of high-performance components with attention to custom detail to create a bagger that’s quick, fast and sophisticated.

CVO Pan America model, the program’s adventure touring (ADV) motorcycle, is outfitted with a host of rugged Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor accessories designed to enhance the journey. The CVO Pan America model is capable of seeking adventure where any paved and unpaved route leads its rider.

 

 

 

2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits

Blacked-Out Revolution Max 975T Engine
All-black finishes adorn the high-revving, liquid-cooled Revolution Max 975T powertrain, which puts out 91 horsepower and 72 ft-lb. of torque.

Low Seat Height
27-inch seat height means easier step-over, a lower center of gravity for improved handling, and more confident flat-footed stops.

Lightweight + Agile
With a load-bearing engine and under-seat gas tank, this bike sheds weight and centers mass for nimble handling and easy kickstand lift. At 481 lbs., it is one of our lightest and most agile motorcycles.

Vintage Styling
“Sportster” is one of the most iconic names in motorcycling, and the Nightster keeps its spirit alive with classic styling, including a vintage tank medallion that nods back to the original form.

LED Lighting
LED brake light and turn signals are bright and visible from a far distance, and an LED headlight shines a wide beam of bright white light across the whole road.

Aluminum Cast Wheels
Cast aluminum seven-spoke wheels are high style and low maintenance, and they reduce unsprung weight for improved handling.

 

2025 nightster Snake venom
SHOW ‘EM YOUR FANGS
Do you feel it coursing through your veins? The 2025 Nightster in Snake Venom features color-shift paint, a chrome exhaust shield, and striking 14-spoke cast aluminum wheels—all exclusive to this venomous edition.

Color-Shift Paint
Like the shimmering scales of a serpent, Snake Venom paint shifts color from emerald green to deep purple across the air box cover and the front and rear fenders, transforming with every move you make.

Cast Wheels
The Nightster sheds its standard 7-spoke black cast wheels in favor of 14-spoke cast aluminum wheels, gleaming in a sleek silver finish.

Chrome Exhaust Shield
Brilliant chrome slithers along the exhaust pipes, accentuating the striking nature of Nightster in Snake Venom.

PERFORMANCE
Radical sport performance in classic cruiser form, the Nightster blends the benefits of high-revving, liquid-cooled power with iconic Sportster design.

 

Dual Outboard Rear Shocks
Dual outboard shocks and the traditional rear fender make it unmistakably Sportster, while nextgeneration performance takes the iconic name further than ever before.

Air Box/Intake
A steel cover replaces the classic Sportster peanut tank and hides a high-performance downdraft intake beneath.

Exhaust
A high-performance, lightweight two-into-one exhaust system carries a traditional line with peak modern performance and tuned V-twin sound.

Brakes
Premium Brembo four-piston caliper in the front and a single-piston in the rear, both mounted on floating brake rotors and tuned for outstanding feel and stopping performance.

INNOVATION
Ride Modes, Rider Safety Enhancements, and a clear display to navigate them—all without compromising the Nightster’s timelessly handsome style.

 

Four-Inch LCD Display
The four-inch analog speedometer offers a classic, easy-to-read display, while the LCD screen below provides essential like Ride Modes. The Nightster features three pre-set Ride Modes (Road, Rain, Sport) and two customizable modes, allowing you to fine-tune your settings for peak engine performance.

Ride Modes
The Nightster comes with three selectable Ride Modes (Road, Rain, Sport) and two customizable modes, allowing you to adjust your settings to get the best performance out of the engine.

 

 

 

 

2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $9,999 to $10,899 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $12,499 to $13,699 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £NA to NA GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Australia MSRP Price: $NA to $NA CDN

Dimensions RH975 Nightster Notes
Length 88.6 in. (2,250 mm)
Overall Width 33 in. (840 mm)
Overall Height 43.5 in. (1,105 mm)
Seat Height, Laden 27.1 in. (688 mm) 2
Seat Height, Laden (Low seat position)
Seat Height, Laden (High seat position
Seat Height, Laden (Low seat position with optional ARH suspension)
Seat Height, Laden (High seat position with optional ARH suspension)
Seat Height, Unladen 27.8 in. (705 mm)
Seat Height, Unladen (Low seat position)
Seat Height, Unladen (High seat position)
Seat Height, Unladen (Low seat position with optional ARH suspension)
Seat Height, Unladen (High seat position with optional ARH suspension)
Static Ground Clearance 4.3 in. (110 mm)
Dynamic Ground Clearance (with optional suspension)
Rake (steering head) 30
Fork Angle 28
Trail 5.4 in. (137 mm)
Wheelbase 60.8 in. (1,545 mm)
Tires, Type Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series Bias Blackwall
Tires, Front Model D401F
Tires, Front Specification 100/90-19 57H
Tires, Rear Model D401T
Tires, Rear Specification 150/80B16 77H
Fuel Capacity 3.1 gal. (11.7 l)
Reserve Fuel Capacity, Fuel Injection (warning light) 0.8 gal. (3 l)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 4.75 qt. (4.5 l)
Transmission Capacity N/A
Primary Chain Case Capacity N/A
Coolant Capacity 2.22 qt. (2.1 l)
Weight, As Shipped 465 lb. (211 kg)
Weight, In Running Order 487 lb. (221 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 922 lb. (418 kg)
Gross Axle Weight Rating, Front 353 lb. (160 kg)
Gross Axle Weight Rating, Rear 595 lb. (270 kg)
Luggage Capacity -Volume N/A

 

Engine RH975 Nightster Notes
Engine Revolution Max 975T
Valves Chain-driven, DOHC, hydraulic self-adjusting lifters, intake VVT; four valves per cylinder
Bore 3.82 in. (97 mm)
Stroke 2.6 in. (66 mm)
Displacement 59.5 cu in (975 cc)
Compression Ratio 12:01
Fuel System Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) 3
Air Cleaner Downdraft intake, tuned velocity stacks, washable filter media
Exhaust 2-into-1; catalyst in header
Lubrication System Semi-Dry Sump

 

Drivetrain RH975 Nightster Notes
Primary Drive Gear, 49/89 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 34/80 ratio
Clutch Mechanical, 8 plate wet, assist & slip, 1090N
Transmission 6-speed
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 RH975 Nightster Notes
Frame Stressed-member, high strength low alloy steel trellis frame; stamped, cast, and forged junctions; MIG welded; aluminum forged mid-structure
Swingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped x-member; MIG welded
Front Fork 41mm SHOWA Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Front Fork, Optional
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.
Rear Shocks, Optional
Wheels, Optional Style Type N/A 4
Wheels, Front Type Aluminum cast, satin black 4
Wheels, Front Diameter 19 in. (483 mm)
Wheels, Front Width 2.5 in. (64 mm)
Wheels, Rear Type Aluminum cast, satin black 4
Wheels, Rear Diameter 16 in. (406 mm)
Wheels, Rear Width 4.25 in. (108 mm)
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
Brakes, Front Diameter 12.6 in. (320 mm)
Brakes, Front Thickness 0.23 in. (5.8 mm)
Brakes, Front is dual No
Brakes, Rear Diameter 10.2 in. (260 mm)
Brakes, Rear Thickness 0.2 in. (5 mm)
Brakes, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Standard
Suspension Travel, Front 4.5 in. (114 mm)
Suspension Travel, Rear 3 in. (76.2 mm)

 

Performance RH975 Nightster Notes
Engine Torque Testing Method J1349
Engine Torque 72 ft-lb (97 Nm) 5
Engine Torque (rpm) 5,750
Power 91 HP / 68 kW @ 7500 rpm
Lean Angle Testing Method J1168
Lean Angle, Right (deg.) 32
Lean Angle, Left (deg.) 32

 

Electric RH975 Nightster Notes
Battery Sealed, maintenance-free, absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery, 12V, 12Ah, 225 CCA at 0°F
Charging Three-phase, 45 Amp system (300 Watts @13 Volts, 1200 rpm, 585 Watts max power @ 13 Volts, 2250 rpm)
Starting 0.9 kW electric with direct drive starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp All LED headlamp, low and high beam with signature position lighting
Lights (as per country regulation), Tail/Stop All LED rear lighting
Lights (as per country regulation), Front Signal Lights LED Bullet Turn Signals
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.
Auxiliary Lamps N/A
Electric Power Outlet N/A
GPS System N/A
Reverse Gear N/A

 

Fuel Economy & CO₂ Emissions RH975 Nightster Notes
Fuel Economy Testing Method Estimated City/Hwy
Fuel Economy 52 mpg (4.5 l/100 km)

 

Infotainment RH975 Nightster Notes
Infotainment system N/A
Screen Size 4″ Analog Instrument with Segmented LCD (102 mm)
Type Analog display
Watts Per Channel N/A
Speakers N/A
Speaker Size N/A
Headset Specifications (if equipped) N/A
AM N/A
FM N/A
MW N/A
LW N/A
Weather Band (WB) N/A
SD Card, Flash Drive and MP3 – via USB Connection N/A
Hands-free Mobile Phone – via Bluetooth N/A
Voice Recognition Languages: Phone functions only N/A
Rider/Passenger Intercom N/A
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
Text-to-Speech (TTS) Languages N/A
USB N/A
Phone Connectivity N/A
Bluetooth N/A
Navigation – via Bluetooth N/A

 

Rider Safety Enhancements RH975 Nightster Notes
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Included
Electronic Linked Braking (ELB) N/A
Traction Control System (TCS) Included
Drag-torque Slip Control System (DSCS) Included
Vehicle Hold Control (VHC) N/A
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) N/A
Wheel Lift Mitigation N/A

 

Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements RH975 Nightster Notes
Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System (C-ABS) N/A
Cornering Enhanced Electronic Linked Braking (C-ELB) N/A
Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System (C-TCS) N/A
Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System (C-DSCS) N/A
Enhanced Lift Mitigation N/A

 

Warranty And Service RH975 Nightster Notes
Warranty 24 months (unlimited mileage) 6
Service Interval First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter 7

 

Footnotes RH975 Nightster
1 Vehicles depicted may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Specifications and prices listed may differ from specifications and prices of vehicles manufactured and delivered. All product descriptions (including depictions, specifications, dimensions, measurements, ratings and competitive comparisons) are based on available information at the time of publication. Although such descriptions are believed correct, errors and changes can occur and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Harley-Davidson may make changes at any time to prices and specifications, and may change or discontinue models, without notice and without incurring any obligation. Attention: Vehicles in the configurations shown and many of the accessories described in this catalog may not be available for sale or use in some locations. Please check with your dealer for complete product details and the latest information. All models feature 6-speed transmission (VRSC™ models and Sportster models are 5-speed) and carbon fiber belt final drive; multi-plate clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath; and 2-year unlimited mileage warranty.
2 Measurement reflects 180 lb. (81.7 kg) operator weight.
3 Recommended 91 octane or higher fuel (R+M)/2.
4 Standard and optional wheels may vary by country and region.
5 Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region.
6 See motorcycle owner’s manual for complete details.
7 Inspections of certain systems and components are required at 2,500 mile (4,000 km) intervals. See Owner’s Manual for full details.

 

 

 

 

 

2025 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+

4.5 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: 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 (102 mm)

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

Rider Safety Enhancements

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Included: 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)

Included: 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)

Included: 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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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