For the 2008 model year, the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 562 lb (254.9 kg) and a dry weight of 545 lb (247.2 kg).
Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster weight overview
This is firmly on the heavier side. The real penalty is not necessarily normal riding; it is low-speed work, awkward parking and moving the bike around manually.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster is lighter than about 89% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 562 lb (254.9 kg) |
| Dry weight | 545 lb (247.2 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,199.6 cc |
| Torque | 79 lb-ft (107.1 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.3 US gal (12.49 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 20.5 lb (9.3 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 14.06 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.13 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 46.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.7% |
| Weight with full tank | 565.5 lb (256.5 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster weight FAQ
What does the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster weigh ready to ride?
The supplied figures span 562 lb (254.9 kg) for wet/running weight and 545 lb (247.2 kg) for dry weight across the years in this page. Wet weight is the better guide to what you actually manage on the road.
Is the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster heavy compared with other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative wet weight sits around the 11th weight percentile among 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
How much does the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 3.3 US gal (12.49 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 20.5 lb (9.3 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 742 lb (336.5 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster after filling the fuel tank?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 565.5 lb (256.5 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
What is the difference between Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster dry and wet weight?
The supplied model-year data shows roughly 17 lb (7.7 kg) between dry and wet/running weight. The exact gap can vary by year and by the manufacturer’s weight definition.
How much torque does the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster have per 100 lb?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 14.06 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
What is the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster displacement per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 2.13 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
What is the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster weight difference versus the category median?
The model sits about 110 lb (49.9 kg) lighter than the compatible median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight used on this page.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Harley-Davidson website.