2008 Harley-Davidson XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster Specs — Moto
2010 Harley-Davidson XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster
Chopper / Cruiser

Representative image (2010 model); the 2008 design may differ.

2008 Harley-Davidson XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster

3.5/5 (9 ratings)
Medium
Insurance risk segment
589 ₺
Yearly MTV (2026)
294 ₺
Fuel per 100 km

General features

The Sportster has seen a lot of refinements over the years, but one look at the new member of the family tells you the knuckles are still bare.

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Harley-Davidson XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster History

XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster 2010 2010 Harley-Davidson XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster
  • Power —
  • Displacement 1,202 cc
  • Seat height 725.0 mm
XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster 2009 2009 Harley-Davidson XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster Representative image
  • Power —
  • Displacement 1,200 cc
  • Seat height 676.0 mm
XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster 2008 2008 Harley-Davidson XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster Representative image
  • Power —
  • Displacement 1,200 cc
  • Seat height 668.0 mm

Harley-Davidson XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster Technical specs

Category Custom / cruiser
Model name Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster
Year 2008
Price as new US$ 9695. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Color options Vivid Black, Suede Blue Pearl and Vivid Black, Olive Pearl Denim and Black Denim, Brilliant Silver Denim and Black Denim, Mirage Orange Pearl and Vivid Black.
Comments Side-mounted license plate; chopped rear fender with black supports; stop-turn-tail lights; black 19-in. laced steel front wheel, black 16-in. laced steel rear wheel; black front fork gaiters; black finish hand and foot controls; chopped front fender with black brackets; belt guard with lightening holes
Engine type V2, four-stroke
Cooling system Air
Fuel system Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Starter Electric
Exhaust system Chrome, slash-cut exhaust w/ dual mufflers
Gearbox 5-speed
Clutch Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

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