Can you ride the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster on an A2 licence?

Yes, you can ride the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster (2007 onwards) on an A2 motorbike licence. However, you will need to fit a restrictor kit to reduce its power output and make it A2 licence compliant!

Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster (2007 onwards) motorcycle

Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster (2007 onwards)

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The Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster is Harley’s second cheapest motorbike. However, Harley managed to make the XL1200N Nightster look stunning and available for the A2 motorbike market.

A2 Licence Compliance

The Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster is a 1200cc A2-friendly bike. It has a power output of 49 kW (66 bhp), which exceeds the 35 kW (47 bhp) limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by at least 28.5% to become A2 licence compliant.


You will need a restrictor to ride the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster on an A2 motorbike licence. See the restrictor kits section to check out what restrictors are available for the Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster.

TitleSpec
ManufacturerHarley-Davidson
CategoryCruiser
Engine typeV-Twin
Engine strokes4-Stroke
Engine size1200cc
Power output49 kW
Torque output79.1 ft-lb
Top speed110 mph
Horsepower66 bhp
Weight251 kg
Seat height720 mm
Front tyre size100/90-19
Rear tyre size150/80-16
Fuel tank size12.5 litres
Fuel tank range90 miles
Fuel consumption40 mpg
Oil capacity2.6 litres
Annual road tax£111
Price£10,500
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