Peak power is a lively 90hp and 95Nm of peak grunt , which should translate into a fun bike on Kiwi roads . The styling of the new bike is on point , with a classic long and low Sportster silhouette . Interestingly , the bike has its 11.7-litre fuel tank hidden away under the seat while the traditional space for the tank is actually a steel airbox cover . As the centrally-mounted fuel cell indicates , Harley has taken steps to blend classic style and good handling with the new Nightster , while the suspension looks to be up to the task despite its old-school design . While there is no fully adjustable USD fork or monoshock here , it should be capable of soaking up the weight of the 218kg Nightster . Up the front is a 41mm Showa Dual Bending Valve conventional fork , while the use of twin shocks at the rear end rather than the monoshock favoured by Harley in recent models also links back to the previous generation Sportsters . Also up the front is a 19-inch front wheel ( matched to a 16-inch rear ) with a classic headlight cowling , while the controls are midmounted . Behind the headlight is a traditional analogue speedo with LCD insert to keep the rider informed rather than the TFT of the Sportster S . As you ’ d expect , the Nightster is backed by the latest in safety aids and electronics including three rider modes ( Road , Rain and Sport ), ABS ,
traction control and Harley ’ s drag-torque slip control system . Naturally , the Nightster comes in under the Sportster S in terms of pricing , with NZ pricing confirmed to start at $ 25,495 for the Vivid Black option while the brighter colours are priced at $ 26,330 . The first bikes are expected in dealers very soon .
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