Review Harley-Davidson Nightster Special (RH975S; 2026):

Liquid-Cooled V-Twin, 225 kg, Blacked Out—the Modern Sportster for the Road

The Nightster Special is the motorcycle that proves Harley-Davidson can build a modern liquid-cooled engine that sounds like an air-cooled classic. Revolution Max technology, Sportster DNA, 225 kg ready to ride—and a center of gravity lower than on almost any other production model of this size.

As of: April 29, 2026 | Model: Harley-Davidson Nightster Special (RH975S; 2026; model designation: RH 975 S; new for 2026: updated riding modes, new displays, new colors) | Manufacturer: Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Milwaukee, WI, USA | Price in Germany: from €11,200 MSRP including VAT, plus €650 MY26 transportation/setup; 4-year warranty included | Stationary noise: not officially published; confirm with dealer | Warranty: 4 years, 2-year manufacturer warranty + 2-year extended warranty

What’s New for 2026

For 2026, the Revolution Max Sport lineup—Nightster, Nightster Special, and Sportster S—gets updated riding modes, new display options and features, plus fresh color choices. The Nightster Special’s engine and chassis remain technically unchanged.

New additions include Blood Orange as a special color with XR750 racing graphics on the fuel-tank area—an explicit reference to Harley-Davidson’s flat-track racing machine of the 1970s—along with additional color options. The 4-inch TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity is now available with an optimized menuvcyhslhzxlt

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