The VRSCDX Night Rod Special is even darker and nastier than the Night Rod. Features include drag bars and forward controls, an all-black 125-hp Revolution V-Twin engine and more blacked-out components, including the fork legs and a wide swing arm supporting a beefy 240 mm rear tire. Brushed Straight-shot Dual mufflers have black end caps and heat shields. A contrasting racing stripe paint scheme traces the length of the bike. The 25.2-inch seat height makes Night Rod Special the lowest VRSC model.
NEW ON VRSC FOR 2008
1250cc Revolution V-Twin engine: Originally designed for the CVO Screamin' Eagle V-Rod, bore is increased to 105 mm from 100 mm, boosting displacement from 1130 cc to 1250 cc. This engine is tuned to produce up to 125 hp at 8250 rpm and up to 85 ft-lbs. of torque at 7000. The 60-degree Revolution V-Twin engine is liquid-cooled and features Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), dual overhead cams, four-valve heads, and a five-speed transmission. The engine is rubber-mounted in hydroformed steel perimeter frame. A steel shell covers the large-volume airbox. A 5-gallon fuel tank is located below the seat on all VRSC models.
Slipper Clutch: All 2008 VRSC models have a new clutch with race-bred "slipper" action that helps mitigate drivetrain strain and rear-wheel lock-up during downshifting. Integral with the new clutch design is an assist feature that reduces clutch-lever effort by more than 20 percent.
Optional ABS: For the first time, each VRSC model is available with optional, factory-installed Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS). Designed to work in conjunction with the high-performance Brembo brakes on all VRSC models, this is the most advanced braking system offered on any power cruiser. ABS is designed to help the rider maintain control during emergency stopping situations, especially those that happen in less than ideal conditions. The components of the Harley-Davidson ABS have been designed and packaged to be virtually invisible, preserving the clean custom styling of the area around the wheels. Unlike many motorcycle ABS, Harley-Davidson ABS is a manual, independent system, meaning the rider maintains full, independent control of how much of each brake is applied.
VRSCDX/A Night Rod Special features:
NEW Liquid-cooled, 1250 cc Revolution V-Twin engine
NEW 125 hp at 8250 rpm/85 ft. lbs. torque at 7000 rpm
NEW Slipper Clutch with reduced lever effort
NEW optional ABS
Black powder-coated engine with highlighted fins and black covers
Brushed Straight-shot Dual exhaust with black end caps and exhaust covers
240 mm wide rear tire
Forward controls
Blacked-out mirrors, rear shocks and controls
Black steel frame
Drag-style handlebar
Round reflector-optic headlight
Color-matched speed screen visor
Black Machined Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum 18-inch rear/19-inch front wheels
with orange pin striping
Contrasting racing stripe paint scheme
25.2-inch seat height
Optional Smart Security System
SPECIFICATIONS:
2008 harley-davidson® SPECIFICATIONS1 vrsc® VRSCDX Night Rod® Special
DIMENSIONS
Length 94.40 in. (2397.76 mm)
Overall Width 34.60 in. (878.84 mm)
Overall Height 45.50 in. (1155.70 mm)
Seat Height:
• Laden2 25.20 in. (640.08 mm)
• Unladen 26.30 in. (668.02 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.20 in. (106.68 mm)
Rake (steering head) 34°
Fork Angle 36°
Trail 4.50 in. (114.30 mm)
Wheelbase 67.20 in. (1706.88 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson® Series, radial blackwall front and rear):
• Front – D208F 120/70ZR-19 60W
• Rear – D419 240/40R-18 79V
Fuel Capacity (warning light at approximately 0.5 gal.) 5 gal. (18.93 L)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 4.50 qts. (4.26 L)
Coolant Capacity 2.50 qts. (2.37 L)
Weight:
• As Shipped 643 lbs. (291.66 kg)
• In Running Order 676 lbs. (306.63 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1075 lbs. (487.61 kg)
Gross Axle Weight Rating:
• Front 377 lbs. (171 kg)
• Rear 698 lbs. (316.61 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 4.13 in. (105 mm) x 2.84 in. (72 mm)
Displacement3 76.28 cu. in. (1250 cc)
Compression Ratio 11.5:1
Fuel System4 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
Gear Ratios (overall): U.S. HDI JPN
1st 11.752 10.969 10.969
2nd 7.898 7.371 7.371
3rd 6.322 5.900 5.900
4th 5.459 5.095 5.095
5th 4.899 4.563 4.563
CHASIS
Frame Steel perimeter upper frame with hydroformed main rails
and bolt-on lower frame rails; MIG welded
Swing Arm Polished, one-piece cast aluminum (Black powder-coat finish)
Front Forks Wide, 49 mm custom
Rear Shocks Preload adjustable
Wheels5 Black, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum
• Front 19 in. x 3 in. (482.60 mm x 76.20 mm)
• Rear 18 in. x 8 in. (457.20 mm x 203.20 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 .20 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. (101.60 mm)
• Front 2.90 in. (73.66 mm)
PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque6 (per SAE J1349):
• North America 85 ft. lbs. @ 7000 rpm (115.26 NM @ 7000 rpm)
• World 83 ft. lbs. @ 7500 rpm (112.55 NM @ 7500 rpm)
• France opt. Germany 78 ft. lbs. @ 7000 rpm (105.77 NM @ 7000 rpm)
• Japan 79 ft. lbs. @ 7000 rpm (107.12 NM @ 7000 rpm)
Lean Angle (per SAE J1168): Right: 32° Left: 32°
Fuel Economy7 ESPFI (EPA urban/highway test): 34/42 mpg (6.92/5.60 L /100 km)
ELECTRIC
Battery Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 19-amp/hour, 270 cca
(per Battery Council International Rating)
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, coolant temperature, low fuel warnings,
security system8 (optional)
STYLING/CONVENIENCE
Engine Trim Black powder-coated engine with black treatment covers
Exhaust System Brushed, straight-shot exhaust with dual mufflers;
black End Caps & shield
Fenders and Supports
• Front Sport fender with painted brace supports
• Rear 240 low profile fender
Foot Supports and Controls
• Rider Forward-mounted footpegs with brake & shift levers
• Passenger Standard footpegs
Handlebar Style Stainless steel, low-rise
Seat Type and Style Two-piece, two-up textured vinyl with flip-up fuel fill access
Fork Lock Common with ignition key
Hazard Warning Integrated into turn signal controls
Smart Security System Next-generation hands-free security fob;
operates based on proximity to vehicle
