2025 Harley Nightster 975: Engine Healthy or Disaster?

The moment of truth has arrived. In Episode 2 of my 2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster 975 Special rebuild series, I attempt the first start on this accident-damaged Category N salvage bike. The insurance report stated that the engine was rattly when running, so this is the point where we find out whether I picked up a bargain or a complete disaster. This bike has covered just 2,500 miles, but it suffered crash damage including: Broken stator cover Damaged exhaust Scratched bodywork Bent components Will the Revolution Max 975T engine fire up and sound healthy, or is there serious internal engine damage? Watch to hear the engine for the first time and decide for yourself. Bike Details 2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster 975 Special Revolution Max 975T engine 2,500 miles Category N insurance write-off Rebuild Series This series follows the complete strip-down, repair, and rebuild of this crashed Harley-Davidson Nightster. Subscribe If you enjoy salvage rebuilds, Harley-Davidson content, and workshop projects, subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss the next episode. Comment Below Does the engine sound healthy, or do you think there’s a bigger problem? #HarleyDavidson #Nightster975 #HarleyNightster #SalvageRebuild #MotorcycleRebuild #FirstStart #RevolutionMax #CatN #HarleyRebuild #BargainOrDisaster