This 2026 Harley-Davidson Nightster Special delivers a fierce, new-generation sport-custom experience, demanding attention in an explosive and vibrant Blood Orange factory finish. This high-octane color coats the fuel cell and front cowl with an intense, premium pop, contrasting beautifully against a fully blacked-out engine, chassis, and custom dual exhaust system. Featuring a classic, low-slung cruiser profile with a sporty, forward-leaning attitude, this nimble machine sports a compact headlight cowl, mid-mount foot controls, and a low 27.8-inch seat height. By moving the fuel cell beneath the seat, Harley-Davidson radically lowers the center of gravity, resulting in incredibly light handling, effortless low-speed maneuvering, and a highly responsive ride.

At its mechanical heart sits the high-revving Revolution® Max 975T engine, a liquid-cooled, double-overhead-cam V-Twin powerhouse that unleashes 70 ft-lbs of hard-hitting torque and 90 horsepower. Engineered with Variable Valve Timing on the intake cams, this structural engine delivers a flat, broad powerband with thrilling acceleration all the way to its high redline. The premium rider cockpit is anchored by a high-tech 4-inch round TFT color display, offering Bluetooth smartphone connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, and selectable ride modes to instantly tailor performance. Completed by striking contrast-cut aluminum wheels, a passenger pillion with footpegs, and a comprehensive suite of electronic rider safety aids, this Blood Orange standout perfectly marries aggressive V-Twin performance with modern style.

Specifications

  • Dimensions
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    • Length:
      89.2 in
    • Seat height, unladen:
      28.1 in
    • Rake (steering head):
      30
    • Trail:
      5.4 in
    • Wheelbase:
      60.8 in
    • Tires, front specifications:
      100/90-19 57H
    • Tires, rear specifications:
      150/80B16 77H
    • Fuel Capacity:
      3.1 gal
    • Oil capacity:
      4.75 qt.
    • Weight, as shipped:
      465 lbs
    • Weight, in running order:
      483 lb
    • Tire, type:
      Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series Bias Blackwall
  • Engine
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    • Engine:
      Revolution® Max 975T
    • Bore:
      3.8 in
    • Stroke:
      2.6 in
    • Displacement:
      59.50 in3
    • Compression ratio:
      12:01
    • Fuel system:
      Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
    • Exhaust:
      2-into-1; catalyst in header
  • Performance
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    • Engine torque testing method:
      J1349
    • Engine torque:
      71.5 ft-lb
    • 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 (4.5 l/100 km)
  • Powertrain
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    • 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
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    • 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, silver
    • Wheels, rear type:
      Aluminum cast, silver
    • Brakes, type:
      Front: single rotor, floating, hub - mounted; Rear: solid uniform expansion rotor
    • Brakes, caliper type:
      Front: axially mounted, 4-piston caliper; Rear: floating, single piston caliper
  • Infotainment
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    • Screen size:
      4 in
    • Type:
      Color TFT
    • Headset specifications (if equipped):
      Bluetooth
    • Languages:
      Arabic, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (default), Finnish, French (Canada/France), German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Portugal/Brazil), Indonesian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish
    • Hands-free mobile phone — via Bluetooth:
      Standard
    • Voice Recognition Languages: Phone functions only:
      Phone dependent
    • Voice Recognition Languages: Tuner / Media / Navigation:
      Phone dependent
    • Text-to-Speech (TTS) languages:
      Phone dependent
    • Rider / passenger intercom:
      Headset function only
    • Vehicle information screen:
      TPMS, Engine temp, Battery Voltage, Ambient Air Temp
    • USB:
      Charging and Instrument update, USB-C, 5V, 3A
    • Bluetooth:
      Phone/Media Supported

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2026 Harley-Davidson® RH975S Nightster® Special Blood Orange

308289
MLY1ZF117TS308289
Harley-Davidson®
Sportster
New
2026
2 mi
Blood Orange Black Trim
Pig Trail Harley-Davidson®

479.636.9797