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2023 Harley-Davidson® Nightster® vs Sportster® S

2023 Harley-Davidson® Nightster® vs Sportster® S

If you want a sport bike but love the look and feel of a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle, let the team at Tampa Bay Harley-Davidson® introduce you to the 2023 Harley-Davidson® Nightster® and 2023 Harley-Davidson® Sportster® S. These models are inspired by the brand’s classic cruisers but have liquid-cooled powertrains and many other technological enhancements.

What’s New for 2023

The 2023 Harley-Davidson® Sportster® S arrives with no major changes other than new color options. The 2023 Harley-Davidson® Nightster® has been split into two models. The standard Nightster® is a bit more stripped down. The Nightster® Special offers more design options and comes with additional features, including a two-up seat, cruise control, ride modes and Bluetooth.

Ride Characteristics

Both the 2023 Harley-Davidson® Sportster® S and 2023 Harley-Davidson® Nightster® are cruisers built with sport in mind. The riding position is forward, but the Nightster® has mid foot controls whereas the Sportster® S has forward foot controls and a lower seat height.

Performance

Another significant difference when comparing the 2023 Harley-Davidson® Nightster® vs 2023 Harley-Davidson® Sportster® S is the powertrain. The Nightster® is powered by the Revolution® Max 975. The Sportster® S is powered by the Revolution® Max 1250T. Both of these are liquid-cooled powertrains, but the 1250T delivers more torque and top-end speed.

Infotainment

The Sportster® S has a 4-inch color TFT with Bluetooth. Features are dictated by your phone’s capabilities. The Nightster® has a 4-inch analog display with segmented LCD. The Nightster® S is upgraded with the same equipment found on the Sportster® S.

Technologies

The Nightster® has ABS, TCS and drag-torque slip control. The Nightster® Special adds tire pressure monitoring. The Sportster® S has all of that in addition to wheel lift mitigation and various cornering-enhanced assist. Both the Sportster® S and Nightster® Special but not the standard Nightster® have ride modes: Sport, Road and Rain. The Sportster® S also have a fourth custom mode.

Customization

All of these models available at Tampa Bay Harley-Davidson® have a dark, modern finish, and Vivid Black is the standard paint scheme in all three cases. There are also premium options that add to the MSRP. The premium options for the Sportster® S are Bright Billiard Blue, Gray Haze and White Sand Pearl. The premium option for the Nightster® is Redline Red, and the Nightster® Special gives you the option of Black Denim, Bright Billiard Blue and Industrial Yellow.

Test Ride the Nightster® and Sportster® S

The best way for you to compare the 2023 Harley-Davidson® Nightster® vs 2023 Harley-Davidson® Sportster® S is by riding them, and you can schedule a test ride with Tampa Bay Harley-Davidson® online or by phone. We also encourage you to call or email for custom quotes and with any questions.

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2024 & 2025 STREET GLIDE® AND CRUISER OFFER 

Financing Offer available only on select, new untitled 2025 or 2024 Harley-Davidson® motorcycles financed through Eaglemark Savings Bank and is subject to credit approval. Not valid in conjunction with other offers. Other terms, conditions, and limitations may apply. Dealer participation may vary. 

 $1,000 Trade-In Assistance available on the purchase of select new, 2024 and 2025 Harley-Davidson® Street Glide® and Cruiser motorcycles when any motorcycle is traded in. Offer valid at participating Harley-Davidson® dealerships in the U.S., including Alaska and Hawaii, on eligible models that are available and in dealer stock between April 1, 2026 and June 30, 2026. Offer cannot be redeemed for cash or cash equivalent. Dealer participation may vary. Offer subject to change without notice. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Additional restrictions may apply. See your participating Harley-Davidson® dealer for complete details. 

 $500 Customer Cash Offer valid toward the purchase price of select new, untitled 2024 and 2025 Harley-Davidson® Street Glide® and Cruiser motorcycles available and in stock at participating H‑D® dealerships in the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii. Eligible customers must visit H‑D.com/Military or H‑D.com/Police and validate eligibility through ID.me to receive a unique H‑D Hero Offer code. Offer valid only for the named eligible individual, is non‑transferable, and must be presented at time of purchase. Offer valid on purchases made between April 1, 2026 and June 30, 2026. Limit one offer per eligible customer and per eligible motorcycle purchase. Offer may not be applied toward a motorcycle down payment and is not valid on prior purchases or future motorcycle orders after June 30, 2026. This Offer may be combined with certain in‑market Harley-Davidson® promotions; however, restrictions apply. See your authorized Harley-Davidson® dealership for details on eligible offer combinations, including Harley-Davidson® finance offers. Offer cannot be redeemed for cash or cash equivalent and is non‑refundable. Harley-Davidson® and participating dealers are not responsible for lost or stolen offer codes. Offer subject to change without notice. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. 

Financing Offer available only on New MY26 Street Glide® Limited and Road Glide® Limited HarleyDavidson® motorcycles financed through Eaglemark Savings Bank (ESB) and is subject to credit approval. Not all applicants will qualify. 7.19% APR offer is available only to high credit tier customers at ESB and only for a 36month term. The APR may vary based on the applicant’s past credit performance and the term of the loan. For example, a 2026 Street Glide Limited in Dark Billiard Gray with an MSRP of $32,999, 10% down payment and amount financed of $29,699.10, 36month repayment term, and 7.19% APR results in 35 monthly payments of $394.20 and a 36th balloon payment of $21,433.64. In this example, customer is responsible for applicable taxes, title, licensing fees and any other fees or charges at the time of sale. APR is calculated according to the simple interest method. Not valid in conjunction with other offers. This Financing Offer is valid during the period of April 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026. Other terms, conditions, and limitations may apply. Dealer participation may vary. Offer not available in Alaska. Financing offer is subject to change or cancellation at any time. A return fee up to $395, excess wear, mileage and other charges may apply. Some motorcycles may be ineligible for return due to excess wear and tear, excessive modifications, or other conditions. 

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Vehicle prices listed are plus tax, tag and title. Dealer also charges a pre-delivery service fee in the amount of $1,199.95 on new vehicles and $999.95 on pre-owned vehicles which charge represents cost and profit to the dealer for items such as cleaning, inspecting and adjusting new and used vehicles and preparing documents related to the sale, or lease; and dealer also charges a private tag agency fee in the amount of $99.95 for in state purchases and $189.95 for out of state purchases which charge represents a fee paid to a private tag agency for the preparation of title work and also includes profit to the dealer related to the sale, or lease.