Apart from the different cosmetics and extra seat for the Special, the Nightster and the Nightster Special have a different display monitor. The regular Nightster has a 4-inch analog speedometer with an LCD display that shows basic readings. It also lets you switch between the three riding modes – Road, Rain, and Sport — so it has the basics of what you’d expect from a motorcycle. Compared to the Nightster Special, however, the regular Nightster is lacking in a massive way.
The Nightster Special has a 4-inch color TFT display that has a sleeker look, and you can connect your phone directly to it through Bluetooth, a feature missing on the regular Nightster. There are some extra features included with the Special’s display that give it an extra edge like tire pressure and engine temperature, plus the ability to create two custom riding modes.
Of course, since performance is just about the same across the two bikes, you’ll need to decide how much the cosmetic changes and better display mean to you. If you don’t need to connect your phone to your motorcycle, you can save a few bucks and go for a regular Nightster. One final thing to consider is riding comfort, as the two bikes differ in that way, too. The Nightser Special comes with a high-rise handlebar and has an upright riding position, while the Nightster has a forward riding position. The best thing you can do is take a test ride of both bikes to see how the two fare for you.
