Harley-Davidson Nightster (XL1200N) suspension setup and specs

Harley-Davidson Nightster (XL1200N), 2007 to 2012: adjustable rear preload, 643 mm (25.3 in) seat height, 92 mm of front suspension travel, 36 psi cold rear tire pressure.

Model years covered: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Harley-Davidson.

2007–2012 Harley-Davidson Nightster (XL1200N)
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Harley-Davidson Nightster (XL1200N)

2007–2012 · cruiser · 1202 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Front reboundNot adjustable
Front compressionNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundNot adjustable
Rear compressionNot adjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel92 mm (3.6 in)
Rear suspension travel41 mm (1.6 in)
Fork diameter39 mm (1.5 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front, solo30 psi · 2.1 bar
Rear, solo36 psi · 2.5 bar
Front, two up30 psi · 2.1 bar
Rear, two up40 psi · 2.8 bar
Front tire100/90-19
Rear tire150/80-16

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1524 mm (60.0 in)
Rake30°
Trail117 mm (4.6 in)
Seat height643 mm (25.3 in)
Factory model codeXL1200N
Front brakeSingle disc, 2-piston caliper
Rear brakeSingle disc, 2-piston caliper

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