Styled for performance-minded enthusiasts who like a blacked-out, no-hassle ride, the Night Rod Special model takes the VRSC™ family on a sinister trip down a dark alley. It features black wheels, black frame, black fork lowers, triple clamps, swingarm, racing stripes on the airbox cover and a color-matched speed screen visor. What makes it a true member of the VRSC family are things like the aggressive, drag-inspired riding position, the amazing power of the Revolution engine and the distinctive sound and feel that only Harley-Davidson can provide.
DIMENSIONS
Length 94.4 in. (2398 mm)
Overall Width 34.6 in. (879 mm)
Overall Height 45.5 in. (1156 mm)
Seat Height:• Laden2 25.2 in. (640 mm)
• Unladen 26.3 in. (668 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.2 in. (107 mm)
Rake (steering head) 34°
Fork Angle 36°
Trail 4.5 in. (114 mm)
Wheelbase 67.2 in. (1707 mm)
Tires (Michelin® Scorcher™ “11” front and rear):
• Front – Scorcher™ “11” 120/70ZR-19 60W
• Rear – Scorcher™ “11” 240/40R-18 79V
Fuel Capacity 5.0 gal. (18.9 L) (warning light at approximately 0.5 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 5.0 qts. (4.7 L)
Coolant Capacity 2.5 qts. (2.4 L)
Weight:
• As Shipped 643 lbs. (292.0 kg)
• In Running Order 676 lbs. (307.0 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1075 lbs. (488.0 kg)
• Gross Axle Weight Rating
• Front 377 lbs. (171.0 kg)
• Rear 698 lbs. (317.0 kg)
ENGINE
Engine3 Liquid-cooled, Revolution®, 60° V-Twin
Valves Overhead cam, 4 valves per cylinder, solid tappet with shim-under-bucket lash adjustment
Bore x Stroke 4.134 in. x 2.835 in. (105 mm x 72 mm)
Displacement 76.28 cu. in. (1250 cc)
Compression Ratio 11.5:1
Fuel System3 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Down draft intake
Lubrication System Wet-sump, integrated with
powertrain crankcase
DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive Gear, 117/64 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 72/28 ratio
Clutch 9-plate, wet, A&S (Assist & Slip)
Transmission 5-speed
U.S. Gear Ratios (overall):
• 1st 11.752
• 2nd 7.898
• 3rd 6.322
• 4th 5.459
• 5th 4.899
CHASSIS
Frame Steel perimeter upper frame with hydroformed main rails and bolt-on lower frame rails; MIG welded
Swingarm Polished, one-piece cast aluminum with black powder-coat finish
Front Forks Wide, 49 mm custom
Rear Shocks Preload adjustable
Wheels4: Black, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum
• Front 19 in. x 3 in. (483 mm x 76 mm)
• Rear 18 in. x 8 in. (457 mm x 203 mm)
Brakes:
• Caliper Type 4-piston front and rear
• Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, one-piece floating rotor (front), uniform expansion rotor (rear)
• Front (dual) 11.81 in. x .2 in. (300 mm x 5 mm)
• Rear 11.81 in. x .28 in. (300 mm x 7 mm)
• ABS Option Available
Suspension Travel:
• Front 4 in. (102 mm)
• Rear 2.9 in. (74 mm)
PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque5 (per SAE J1349):
• North America 85 ft. lbs. @ 7000 RPM (115 Nm @ 7000 RPM)
Lean Angle (per SAE J1168):
• Right 32°
• Left 32°
Fuel Economy6
(EPA urban/highway test)
34/42 mpg (6.92/5.60 L/100 km)
ELECTRIC
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating)
Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 19-amp/hour, 270 cca
Charging Three-Phase, 38-amp system (439W @ 13V, 2000 RPM, 489W max power @ 13V)
Starting 0.08 kW electric with direct drive starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
• Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
• Tail/Stop Lights 8W/28W reflector optics (5W/21W)
• Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
• Indicator Lamps High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, security system7 (optional), coolant temperature, low fuel warnings
COLOR OPTIONS
Brilliant Silver Pearl / Black Racing Stripe with Ghost Flames
Chrome Yellow / Black Racing Stripe with Ghost Flames
Sedona Orange / Black Racing Stripe with Ghost Flames
Brilliant Silver Pearl / Black Racing Stripe with Ghost Flames
