 Motomodif: No frills, a great engine and conduct a road insaspettato and exciting. The 1200 Nightster motorcycle that was never called into difficulties, but it is not for everyone
Harley-Davidson 1200 Nightster - Long Test Ride. We would like to be able to talk about exiting un'Harley classic clichés and also quell'atteggiamento some 'special that you forgive many things in the name of the charm or the blazon. We begin to tell you Nightster 1200 starting aesthetics of the bike. Just rest your eyes on this Harley is still affected by the clean lines, almost the size of disproportionate propeller and front wheel and one that takes is a hint of admiration. Clean lines and essential as essential is the motorbike. Parafanchi front and rear courtyards, single seat, tiny tank, integrated in the rear light arrows, minimalist instrumentation and an alternation of black and chrome extremely attractive, in our case highlighted by the orange and black livery. Not pass unnoticed, especially when it sets in motion the powerful twin-cylinder. The engine is the classic Harley-cylinder 1200 cc cooling air as usual which is not shown the maximum power but the torque: 98Nm at just 3500 rpm. The low saddle (676 mm from the ground), running boards in position and handlebar black "Low-rise" provide a driving position more comfortable than it might first seem to sit on the saddle spectacular single-seater. At first sight it seems hard, but as they will grind km there are no soreness or discomfort. The tank is only 12.5 liters and consumption did not provide records from a large autonomy, but also the Nightster is not to arrive but to travel! The mirrors are small but effective, the controls on the handlebar soft and comfortable even if the levers do not permit adjustments, while the change should be managed with a certain decision, which is decided as a metallic sound when you enter the marches. Here's another feature of this Harley: it is hard to find the plastic, as the 260 kilos in running order. The Nightster 1200 is available in Black at 10,300 euros, or bicolor (Brilliant Silver Denim / Black Denim, Mirage Orange Pearl / Vivid Black) to 10,800 Euro.
Datasheet
Evolution Engine
Displacement 1200 cc
Torque 98 Nm / 3500 rpm
Length 2245 mm
Seat height 676 mm
Curb weight 260 kg
Lt tank 12.5
Prices from 10,300 Euro
Advantages
Driving position - delivery engine - elegant line
Defects
Consumption - Heat engine
Road test
The first surprise, as mentioned, is an excellent position in the saddle. The second is that the weight seems not to be declared. Even when stationary, the accomplice saddle and excellent low-weight distribution, we are unable to move without problems. When the cylinder begins to "move" the bike, with a blow dry enters the first and with a wisp of gas, an accomplice to the excellent transmission belt, it is part. We tried the Nightster in practically all possible situations in which there is a motorcyclist. Vediamole in detail. In town is the Harley despite weight and size at ease. Wide handlebars and footpegs clutter sometimes, but the center of gravity low and the beam steering can deal with problems between the cars. The only real problem in the city is the warmth that emanates the huge cylinder air-cooled and you are practically sitting. Fermi in traffic or at low andature annoyance is sensitive. Another small problem in the city is the absolute lack of space to store small items: everything in your backpack. At the other extreme, on the motorway, the Nightster sfodera his soul "tritachilometri". If it were not for the full exposure to the air could travel hundreds of miles traveling with a little gas at speeds of code, with the certainty that in case of need just a small shot of gas to be pushed forward with determination. Even the vibrations, mainly at the level platforms are not sufficiently contained to discomfort in the long transfer. Only when you pull the gear, which is also fairly useless view the available torque, the vibrations are moleste. The roads are the kingdom of this bike. They can be fast-state curve with long or narrow roads or provincial campaign with a continuous succession of curves: the guide is always fun. You can choose to go walking without ever changing gear and trotterellando with a wisp of gas, or you may decide to exploit the incredible required to deal with curves and controcurve decision. Certainly the close mixed with a front wheel 19 "is becoming tiresome, but the support curve is always guaranteed and safe source of amusement. A motion to go on a trip, but that does not disdain to be quite strapazzata, especially where it is in opening the gas at every turn, and with any gear that automatically check the smile behind the helmet ... the important especially when you stop, is not always so shy, someone is approaching.
Helmet: Bye
Jacket: Alpinestars Double Air
Photo: Paul Sicignano
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