Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2024 vs. Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2024

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2024 compared to Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2024

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2024

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	105 mm	Bore	79 mm
Stroke	Stroke	72.3 mm	Stroke	66 mm
Engine power	Engine power	122 HP	Engine power	89 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	125 Nm	Torque	95 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	12
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Belt	Transmission	Belt
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Lubrication	Lubrication	Dry sump	Lubrication	Dry sump
Displacement	Displacement	1,252 ccm	Displacement	975 ccm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	160 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,270 mm	Length	2,250 mm
Width	Width	843 mm	Width	840 mm
Height	Height	1,089 mm	Height	705 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,545 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	765 mm	Seat Height	705 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	221 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	211 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	228 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	219 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.8 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.7 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	245 km	Range	245 km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.1 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	5.1 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Bluetooth, Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2024

The Sportster S returns to the tradition of this model series - yes, it really used to be about sport! That's why the latest American creation, with its 122 hp and 125 Nm of torque, doesn't want to be a cruiser, but instead is almost classless in its pursuit of customers. What is on offer is a wonderful poser bike that is surprisingly easy to ride after a little familiarisation. The single-disc brake at the front has a lot of work to do and the fat 160 front tyre does not steer in quite naturally. In addition, the rider has to cope with a hard suspension and a seating position that is energy-sapping on long stages - which of course doesn't matter at all in front of the ice cream parlour. Electronics and safety are top-notch, which mitigates the tidy price for true fans.

Powerful, refined engine

unique looks

full electronics package with cornering ABS and lean angle-dependent traction control

low-maintenance belt drive

unrivalled

Chassis really hard

turn-in behaviour somewhat unwilling because of the wide front tyre

small tank capacity.

Harley-Davidson Nightster Special 2024

The Nighster makes getting started in the world of Harley easier than ever before. With a smooth-running engine, riding modes and electronic aids, excellent handling, a powerful suspension and brakes, as well as a low kerb weight, you really don’t have to compromise on anything here.

The engine revs up smoothly

the chassis set-up is spot on

the brakes are very powerful

the seat height is ideal for new riders

it comes with all the features

the styling is distinctive yet quintessentially Harley

The sound is rather subdued

the footrest position takes some getting used to for a cruiser

the fuel tank is rather small

there’s little grunt at low revs for a 975-cubic centimetre V2

Price Comparison Average Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S vs Harley-Davidson Nightster Special

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