2024 Nightster front end tear down & build - Kruesi Vlog

2024 Nightster front end tear down & build - Kruesi Vlog #109
In this episode we start the tear down of the 2024 Harley Davidson Nightster front end.
We start to process of building aftermarket triple trees for the Nightster, and we finally see what the new front suspension on the 2024 Nightster has to offer.
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[@mowens-79]

Good luck on the Dynas I just called about. Please don't let them get gone. That's a steal

[@ej2898]

@@mowens-79

[@adamhill2788]

@kruesioriginals I'm selling my late model dyna...sort of a gang bike build but blacked out

[@ZipKickGo]

I started a drinking game where I drink everytime Ryan says "early model dyna"... I am obliterated.

[@Mikey_Chopps]

Your channel has sold more of these Nightsters/Sportster S’s than Harley’s entire marketing team.

[@billthebard805]

It’s about to sell my ass one!

[@realstreettuning5359]

Bro for real! I never cared for these but after he reviewed it they had me sold !

[@CGnaseyowma]

totally true.

[@VerticalCyclesTV]

Hands down

[@NorthernGrowsUk]

Then everyone realizes that they got ripped off with a plastic chinesium motorcycle made in hongdu

[@kruesioriginals]

We are stoked for this build, thank you everyone for watching 🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@KellyGarcia-r2u]

I have this exact same bike and I’d love to know if/when y’all will be taking preorders for the exhaust 🏍️

[@Pompomgrenade]

That build is even more exciting than the biker build off 🤙

[@CB-op7ty]

Bike has been slept on, glad you all are building one, and getting aftermarket on board.

[@kruesioriginals]

We’re definitely working hard to get our own parts out and we’re knocking on everybody’s door that we can to get some stuff going

[@brandonp51]

Hell yeah, been waiting on the follow-up vid. Can't wait to see what you fellers do with it.

[@NorthEast_Militant]

I bought this as my first bike in February, bout to hit 5000 miles on it. I really enjoy this bike. I had elbow surgery in September 6 and I been back on it since Monday whipping it around despite my elbow surgery😅. Rode in Florida and now in Reno Nevada. I’m doing an S&S slip on as soon as it get here on Friday or Saturday. This build is sick!!! I haven’t found any videos besides reviews and the early videos by Harley of people doing custom builds all over the world. The dude from Japan, his build is also really cool.

[@ohthedude]

I own one and can’t wait to see this build. Wish there was more aftermarket support.

[@imfnpissedoff]

I was looking at a nighater a couple years ago. There is literally no support or I would have bought one. I guess I still can but honestly don’t think the line would stick around because of slow sales

[@blackmagicmetal]

Pumped to see someone working on this bike!!

[@MotorsandMetal]

I'm so stoked to see you guys doing R&D on this bike, they have such massive potential and are so much fun to ride

[@nicdavidson3087]

Wish they edited it to have more about his wrenching. The nuggets he drops about process are always the best. This had some but I was hoping for more.

[@Pompomgrenade]

The way you dig into that Harley and start taking it apart😅 looks like you're about to teach Harley-Davidson a lesson or something😮.. 👍🏾 TOTAL DOMINATION🏁

[@adamhill2788]

This is the 1st time i looked at these bikes more than once🤘

[@andyl0183]

I bought one of these in Manchester, England yesterday and rode it 250miles back to Northern Ireland and love it!

[@kruesioriginals]

I bet the ride was amazing

[@Gotfaz]

I’ve never been more excited for a bike build. When I saw the nightster 975 I thought it looked just like a Dyna.

[@kruesioriginals]

I haven’t been this excited about a building in a long time myself either

[@jonnymac8925]

It looks like a sportster because it's a sportster lol

[@liammoodyfilms]

I don’t have one of these bikes but I originally rode a Sportster S when they first debuted at Sturgis in 2021 and the shit was insane even though it’s not the best looking bike. They pop wheelies with just throttle and my buddy and I got them up to 130mph. It felt like a mix between a Yamaha and a Ducati. We both have 39mm Dyna’s and basically both agree’d Harley needed to make a dual shock more traditional style bike with that 1200 Sportster S motor. That bike with a 120hp was straight up still to this day the most fun bike I’ve ridden.

[@motomenace5243]

Sick bikes Fast, handle amazing Not the most comfortable The sportster s

[@ausforce1]

Harley could never do that, it would actually be popular 😂

[@RobertSperbeck-ei9rb]

Awesome, I'm glad you're showing stuff for the nightster

[@WillHenry-m6u]

Jay is the man we just made a custom set of wheels and matching pully for my bagger, man is a machining genius a true visionary

[@kruesioriginals]

He definitely is

[@jontrent8924]

My wife just surprised me on my birthday with one of these and it sure is a ripper man. Im excited to see what you guys do.

[@kruesioriginals]

That’s a good wife

[@JeremyJohnson-N975]

I have this bike and I cannot believe that it's taken two years of waiting for someone brave enough to show it some love. Right now it is at @Blockhead getting exhaust and tune... Looking forward to seeing what you can do,

[@shanethedestroyer]

@@JeremyJohnson-N975 Tell block to make a Vid about the tune! We haven’t seen that yet. I wonder what kind of numbers you will get out of it? Did you put the KNM filter on it?

[@shanethedestroyer]

@@JeremyJohnson-N975 K&N

[@JeremyJohnson-N975]

@@shanethedestroyer I put the velocity stack intake on the exterior, and replaced the filter inside the box with a K&N. I don't know any numbers yet,

[@shanethedestroyer]

@@JeremyJohnson-N975 Nice! I was thinking of drilling holes in the air box for more airflow.

[@MadMathMike]

I couldn't agree with you more. This bike is super slept on. And the lack of aftermarket is killing me!

[@brianpaugh9521]

I have had the nightster for a year now. I love the bike. I am a new rider. Looked a lot of bikes. But so glad I went with this bike.

[@wsharp8077]

I work for a dealership here in Texas and I’ve been begging to build one of these out. Glad ya’ll decided too!!

[@joshuamcculloch256]

Your video was literally the reason I went out and bought one of these bikes. I have an ‘08 FXD, and this is the first new HD I have been excited about. So stoked to see what you guys do with it, and I’m anxiously waiting the aftermarket parts you’ll spawn with this build!

[@kruesioriginals]

Yes that’s awesome we are working hard on the parts right now

[@unknownwsc7764]

Love to see someone actually work on newer models. As younger guy I like the new stuff HD has.

[@Vanillaface2319]

I’m really interested to see you guys do this build. Keep paving the way!

[@Bmor3Br3d]

This build has me locked in. Keep killing it guys and I think I’m gonna get a nightster after your R&D is complete 😂

[@kruesioriginals]

Let’s goooo🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@ryanboylan2008]

I bought a 2022 nightster as my first bike. This bike is awesome. All around great bike.

[@kruesioriginals]

Good choice!

[@masonfriend9591]

I bought my 2023 nightster In March I wasn’t 100% sure what I thought about at first because that stock exhaust pipe is like a fleshlight/leafblower but after some modifications like bar risers and a new slip on and just small custom things I absolutely love it.

[@22_FL_Nightster]

I have a 2022 Nightster & love it. I am so glad you are doing this build & hope companies will start making aftermarket parts & accessories for this bike.

[@DaPoopz]

Bought my first harley a year ago (22 Sportster 48) and i think one of these bad boys is going to be my next purchase. I'm stoked to see yall's final product. This bike is seriously slept on and its way more badass than i thought when i first threw a leg over at the dealer.

[@jaredkish8716]

That front section of frame is dope looking

[@WannabeDynaDad]

This build has me wishing I bought a different bike this year! Really stoked about this build/series!! I also love the "open table" idea spitballing in this vid. Its dope to hear ideas come to life.

[@jacobdicesare2032]

I love this build. I have a street glide which i love for long rides but I've been wanting a bike to rip around on. Was thinking about buying a new low rider st, but man you got me wanting a nightster for sure.

[@mikefarmer9527]

Got mine a month ago please keep modding this amazing machine. Needing exhaust so bad

[@danh5194]

I own a ‘22 Nightster and love it. Not even a Harley guy as I was looking at a Ducati or Triumph for my first street bike. I come from a dirt bike background so was originally thinking of getting a scrambler but this bike rips.

[@Jonathan-L]

Did you compare the Nightster with the Sportster S (1250 RevMax)? What made you decide on the Nightster? The styling maybe?

[@danh5194]

@@Jonathan-L I liked the Sportster S but it was more bike then what I needed plus it was more expensive. The new Nightster has plenty of power and is super nimble and responsive for carving in the canyons. Good to test ride though if you are looking at both bikes.

[@alexsouthern1016]

I’ve been eyeing a nightster special! Summer 2025 you will be mine!

[@kruesioriginals]

Let’s goooo

[@robertbullock5845]

Hi guys. Great to see the Nightster on the workbench, ready for some long overdue TLC and freedom of expression. Long may it continue. Heres my 10 cents worth of observations. The 975T Nightsters potential has been grossly overlooked since it was first unveiled mid 2022. I brought one with the Red tank cover ( natch), its had a few non start issues (come on Harley, on a new model..... Really...). I have added a windscreen , saddlebag and sheepskin seat cover , it makes a great, fast little day tripper. After 18 months of ownership i felt that something was missing, not quite sure what though.... A local friend had a 2022 Honda CB 500 F and repainted the Black front fender Yellow to match the tank,it looked much better, more complete maybe. The 'lightbulb' moment came on, off with 975T fenders and straight around to the local paint shop guys with the tank cover. Ten days later, i collected the freshly painted Red fenders and refitted them. Wow, what a transformation, the bike looks complete and ready to fly, believe me. I have a couple of classic Sportsters ,'57/'68 plus '42 WLD and a 2009 XL 1200 (Red of course) .I only ride the 975T nowadays, its a great little bike. PS Im 73 years young, keep riding and wrenching, its a great life. Best regards from New Zealand. Cheers, Bob

[@tedwilliams162]

Looking forward to watching this build and hopefully aftermarket steps up

[@mrblondeheart9562]

I’ve got a 23 Nightster and I love it. It makes me think of a modern dyna. So far I just have a set of buck horn crash bars (for a sportster s but with spacers and longer bolts, they fit) and a Motherwell sissy bar. Love what you’re doing and will probably steal some of your ideas for my own bike 😂

[@rodya_malverde]

It's honestly great seeing you guys pull apart this bike. Would love to see you guys do another one after this is completed.

[@austinmullins2710]

You ain’t wrong but….just say HD finally picked you up. The Simpson helmet switch and this bike push is a real coincidence. Also, dope to see you break that down. Real nice Clark

[@iamjollyrogers]

They are going to pioneer and hand craft an entire aftermarket for an HD model and then back it up by shredding it. Total sell outs...

[@JOB5150]

Can't wait to see final product, bet I won't be the only one that wants one lol

[@lg71185]

I have 24 Nightster Special. I'm excited to see what you do with this bike!

[@dancho_amv]

3:45 I bought mine 2 months ago special edition, out here in California and I’m loving it as my first bike!!! Watching your vids is awesome since no one else has it!!! Keep up the vids brother!!! I’m studying your wheelie vid wish me luck I don’t drop it 🤙🏽 Ride on’

[@kruesioriginals]

Keep us updated as you ride the bike more how she holds up if you have any issues and just how much fun it is

[@dancho_amv]

@@kruesioriginalswill do! Ride on’

[@anthonyesmailov5862]

I have a Nightster Special. Can't wait to see what you do with it!

[@elibissell]

Almost 4k miles on my 2023 model. Super excited for this build

[@philipwhitlock1215]

I’m so stoked on this bike imagine what the future is going to be when they switch all the big twins over to the revolution platform.

[@kruesioriginals]

Honestly, honestly, I don’t want them to go this route with all the Harley Davidson’s but it is a pretty bad ass motor

[@banundson]

Can't wait to see the end result! This shit makes me want a nightster! 🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸🦅

[@kruesioriginals]

Let’s goooo, get one

[@860UnKnown]

Krusie on that chicken!!! Haha finger lickin good BROTHER!

[@nicdavidson3087]

Ngl hesitant to buy into the hype so far. Prob just me, but looking forward to where this goes. On a side note, whoever is editing this is cutting some of the gold nuggets of what Ryan chirps out while wrenching. One of my favorite things about this channel the knowledge he spits when working through problems or rebuilding something he’s done a million times. Maybe it’s just me but his process and tips are gold. Hope to see them come back.

[@ulyssessalazar2317]

I just bought a base highster 2024 all black and im in love first bike first ride and its amazing 💯im hooked and sold

[@waden404]

Really digging this project. That phn clip sounded great!!!

[@hiflyer1168]

Picked mine up today!

[@RicardoArellano-x3f]

i have a 2023 and im following along im gonna do every single mod that you do

[@cheryllove1893]

I agree! This is an amazing bike! I got the Industrial Nightster S and she’s my sunny. I just crashed her off a hill and waiting to get her back 😢. Thank you for your passion. I love seeing the changes you’re making!

[@kelsonrees2490]

I bought one about three weeks ago. Excited to see what you do. And yeah not a lot of people making parts for these.

[@wildbillhandcock1327]

I wonder why

[@hooniganruiz5613]

I want to see an in depth discussion on chain conversion, best types of chains to use, what the deal is with your guys adjusters etc! Also maybe in a future video with a different bike i want to see how you guys go about cleaning up the handle bars of the electricals! 🤘🏻

[@cbronson224]

I bought a black denim nightster special today because of you lol

[@kruesioriginals]

Yes !!!!! Let’s gooo how do you like it.

[@cbronson224]

@@kruesioriginals So far i love it. Reminds me of the FXDX and triumph street triple I had. Cant wait to see what you do for exhaust cause the two brothers looks goofy. Also need to figure out how to do the memphis shades road warrior fairing on it. I think i wanna do pro tapers too. We'll see what yall come up with.

[@smalltimewatchblog8465]

Just bought a 2023 nightster special, definitely needs a custom exhaust and better air intake so I can squeeze the “tank”. KRUESI get to it ;).

[@kruesioriginals]

It’s already happening, my dude. Parts are in the works.

[@bosoz9401]

I just bought one , pick it tomorrow

[@MrCLEAN5thWard]

Good stuff. Love the boxes of 805 stacked up in the shop. Doing it right…

[@danielsherman9336]

Just got one and i cannot wait for more content and future parts!

[@oscarornelas6619]

I showed so many people your burnout video on that thing people are stoked

[@christopherjohnson3377]

Heck yeah, I just put a Krator fairing on my 24 nightster special. Super fun bike, over 2,000 miles on mine since April.

[@tedwilliams162]

I have a 2024 for about 2 1/2 months now. I love it

[@johnlundstrom282]

They got a solid deal at Duluth Harley, 12,500 out the door. Really been debating it since you guys started this build! Badass🤘🏻

[@nbowling10trio]

Love it, can't wait to see final product

[@MrBpritch100]

The sportster build is dope!

[@darenreeves1465]

I own one. I love it. It is great for committing and longerish rides. I own the 23 nightster s model.

[@mcvaluemenu]

for once some cool guys are doing a dope build on a bike thats readily available and affordable by a larger audience. I'm super stoked to see how the build goes. No doubt you boosted sales of these already.

[@bierutki]

This is awesome. My wife has one of these and I need some ideas on customizing hers. Hers is stock AF right now

[@jaredbrooks1196]

I don't know which one I am more excited for the modern dyna build that is way different or the biker build off that iam waiting to see start 😎

[@kruesioriginals]

We got some things going on!!!

[@OceanSideKev]

I have a 24 Nightster Special in SoCal, absolutely stoked on the bike. Looking forward to this build. Let me know when you have pipes available to order that are compliant for CA

[@kruesioriginals]

We will have one in about a month. Cat and all

[@Sa1tyOni0on]

3:44 yeah, my wife has one, absolutely beautiful and fast bike 👌

[@anthonyphillips9105]

I have one I only took the muffler off and put a resonator tip on it got it remapped it’s great

[@kruesioriginals]

How did you re map it?

[@joshuamaveety3663]

This build makes me wanna go buy 1 of these bikes but being 6'2 315 lbs probably not gonna work for me but looks like it's gonna be super fun to ride honna be exciting to see you ripping it around cant wait

[@davidarmstrong6716]

So happy to hear that you solder connectors.

[@brandonb3118]

Keep it up so I buy one

[@Lance1311-Omegon]

Dude you guys are legit making me want to trade my FXBBS in for this. That thing is going to be a fckin monster when you're done. Just need you guys to make some dope ass parts for it so I can justify getting one!

[@kruesioriginals]

😎😎 it definitely is!!

[@christopherjohnson3377]

I own a 24 Nightster special, do yourself the favor and go test ride one of them. They are INSANE, super fun, super planted, and liquid cooled. The aftermarket isn't great, however, for a stock bike it really is an amazing bike.

[@Lance1311-Omegon]

@christopherjohnson3377 I'm afraid to test ride one. My street bob isn't anything special but it's got my creature comfort parts on it 🤣 I feel like a test ride would force me into getting one

[@motomenace5243]

It would​@@Lance1311-Omegon

[@burrbago2099]

Ooooh made it for that fresh fresh video

[@mickc4633]

Pretty cool I don’t know if I missed it. What are you gonna do with the electronics. I know you’re having trouble doing burnouts and stuff, traction control, have you found the way to shut that stuff off? It would be cool to have it and be able to shut it off. Thanks nice watching

[@alramos17]

Excited for this build 🤘🏽🤘🏽

[@christian_esquivel]

Oh finally! waiting for this build!

[@zacharysteck2768]

Hey I just wanted to let y’all know y’all gave me the motivation to get my bike going again hopefully soon I’ll upgrade to Harley but this vstar will have to do for now

[@RichieGonzalez-f8o]

Hell yeah bro I have the same exact dyna 🤙 And I live here in Mesa AZ I was like no way when I stumbled across your channel . But yeah slept on . Oh well I’ll take all the compliments 😁🤙

[@kruesioriginals]

How do you like so far? Have you had any issues?

[@RichieGonzalez-f8o]

@@kruesioriginals I love this Harley bro , it almost leaves speechless it has that bad ass Harley feel with a new faster feel. It’s a bad ass bike . But I do want to take the handle bars off and add the mini ape’s that Harley sells for it . And no problems at all I’ve put about 1300 miles on it and it handles this bad heat really good .

[@RichieGonzalez-f8o]

@@kruesioriginals pls tell me I can bring her to you cuz Harley ain’t playing with them labor prices. lol 💀

[@michaelbrown7637]

I own a 2023 nightster special...finding parts is a nightmare...from handlebars to break line extensions, need more aftermarket parts !!!!

[@motomenace5243]

When you guys start stunting these I would love to see about getting you guys out here to Fla and do some stunt shows at the dealership I work at!!! So cool to see you getting into these bikes!

[@mikemo642]

really looking forward to how you guys trick this nightster s out - and switch up the narrative that you need a bagger\1700cc bike out here on the east coast- cheers fellas!!

[@MrRunWO]

June it’s a shop we love it 😂 the mikes staying on the compressor everything your comments 😂😂 doing a great job 17:37 stay still 😂

[@gatorjimmy6119]

I've been waiting for this!!!

[@jeremytanks91]

Take the hand controls apart. I believe the twist grip is different on those than the m8 twist grips. I may be wrong but I don’t think they have the cutouts on those bars. I’ve done a bar job on one of those and am about to do another one, but I don’t remember seeing the fly by wire cutouts on the bars.

[@galm14ever]

The Dyna Nightrod

[@coltono3223]

I've had mine for a year just hoping people would start making stuff for my bike😆 the only muffler available for this bike since 2022 was s&s. Finally stuff is starting to come out. Even screaming eagle hasn't done anything yet

[@ADRIANRODRIGUEZ-fc2hi]

They're ALMOST available for $9k in my area. Might scoop one of these in the winter.

[@sherryYYC]

I rented one and rode it for a day before I bought a Triumph Bobber. Ultimately I didn't buy it moreso because of how plastic it looks stock. I wish you guys had done this video 2 months earlier!

[@dirtwulf]

i have this bike! following closely to your videos on the nightster. i’m interested in replacing the exhaust hopefully 2-2 with titanium wrap

[@jeanpaullavieille5806]

Love custom dynamics

[@Kricket2390]

😂 “it makes 100 hp that’s about 100 hours more than an early dyna” Idk if that was intentional but I just died.

[@Hippy75]

Loving this Nightster build. I'd legit love to have one, but I already have a PanAm (and FXLRS 117) and worry it would just feel like a watered down engine.