2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night Rod 1130cc — Fresh Florida Import — Deep Cobalt — £6,995

A rare, beautifully kept first-generation Night Rod with true American cruiser presence

Here we have a superb 2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night Rod, finished in the striking and highly desirable Deep Cobalt paintwork. This is a genuine 2-owner fresh Florida import, presented in excellent condition throughout and clearly cherished from new. With just 26,250 miles, garage-kept history, a clean MOT with zero advisories, and a carefully selected list of tasteful upgrades, this is a fantastic opportunity to own one of Harley-Davidson’s most distinctive modern classics.

The VRSCD Night Rod is not your traditional Harley-Davidson cruiser. It is lower, darker, sharper and more muscular, with a performance-driven attitude that separates it from almost everything else in the Harley range. Built around the legendary 1130cc Revolution V-Twin engine, the Night Rod delivers the unmistakable Harley presence riders love, but with a much more modern, high-revving, liquid-cooled powerplant and a road stance that still looks aggressive today.

This example has exactly the right look: Deep Cobalt paintwork, blacked-out Night Rod styling, an aftermarket loud exhaust for a deep and commanding soundtrack, a carbon fibre front fender, and a rear backrest with luggage rack for added practicality. It has also just benefited from a new Dunlop D407T rear tyre, giving the next owner extra confidence from the outset.

At £6,995, this is a superbly presented, Florida-sourced Harley-Davidson Night Rod with the right provenance, the right colour, the right condition and the right road presence.

The background — why the VRSCD Night Rod matters

The Harley-Davidson V-Rod family was one of the boldest and most important chapters in Harley-Davidson history. When the original V-Rod arrived in the early 2000s, it marked a radical departure from Harley’s traditional air-cooled cruiser formula. Instead of the familiar pushrod, air-cooled big-twin layout, Harley introduced the Revolution engine: a liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, double-overhead-cam, 60-degree V-Twin designed for higher revs, greater performance and a completely different riding character.

The Revolution engine was developed with input from Porsche Engineering and drew inspiration from Harley-Davidson’s VR1000 superbike programme. That gave the VRSC range a very different feel from the company’s more traditional models. It was smoother, faster-revving, technically advanced and visually more futuristic, yet it still carried the unmistakable muscle and presence expected from an American cruiser.

The VRSCD Night Rod, introduced for the 2006 model year, took the V-Rod formula in a darker and more aggressive direction. Where the earlier V-Rod models wore more polished aluminium and brightwork, the Night Rod brought a tougher, blacked-out hot-rod look. It featured a darker frame, darker engine treatment, mid-mounted controls, a low-slung seat height and muscular street-cruiser proportions. It appealed to riders who wanted Harley-Davidson character, but with a more modern, performance-led attitude.

Even today, the Night Rod remains one of the most distinctive Harley-Davidsons of its era. It has the long, low silhouette of a power cruiser, the engineering credibility of the Revolution engine, and the rarity factor that comes with being part of a model family Harley-Davidson no longer produces. For many riders, the V-Rod and Night Rod range represents a unique moment in Harley history — a time when the Motor Company pushed beyond tradition and created something genuinely different.

This particular bike

This 2006 VRSCD Night Rod is a particularly appealing example. It is a 2-owner motorcycle, recently imported from Florida, and has been garage kept from new. Florida bikes are especially sought after because they are not exposed to the salt-heavy winter roads often seen elsewhere, and this one presents beautifully throughout.

The Deep Cobalt finish suits the Night Rod perfectly. It gives the bike real depth and presence, working beautifully with the dark factory styling and adding a touch of colour without taking away from the machine’s aggressive stance. In the flesh, it has a purposeful, premium look — understated at first glance, but full of detail the closer you get.

The odometer shows 26,250 miles, which is very sensible mileage for a well-kept 2006 Harley-Davidson. The overall condition reflects careful ownership and proper storage. This is not a tired or neglected example; it is a clean, well-presented, garage-kept Florida bike that has clearly been looked after.

Key features and specification

• 2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night Rod
• 1130cc Revolution liquid-cooled V-Twin engine
• Finished in Deep Cobalt
• 2-owner motorcycle
• Fresh Florida import
• Garage kept from new
• 26,250 miles
• Excellent condition throughout
• Aftermarket loud exhaust fitted
• Rear backrest with luggage rack
• Carbon fibre front fender
• New Dunlop D407T rear tyre fitted
• MOT with zero advisories
• Priced at £6,995

Road presence and riding character

The Night Rod is all about presence. It sits low, long and purposeful, with a muscular stance that still looks modern years after production ended. The 1130cc Revolution engine gives it a very different personality from a traditional air-cooled Harley. It is smooth, eager and strong, with a more performance-focused delivery and a satisfying surge through the rev range.

The aftermarket exhaust fitted to this bike adds exactly the kind of soundtrack you would expect from a machine with this much attitude. It gives the bike a deeper, louder and more commanding voice, making the whole riding experience feel more dramatic without spoiling the clean lines of the motorcycle.

The rear backrest and luggage rack add a welcome touch of everyday practicality, whether you are planning longer weekend rides, carrying light luggage or simply offering a passenger more comfort. The carbon fibre front fender gives the bike a sportier custom detail, working well with the Night Rod’s performance-cruiser image.

This is a Harley-Davidson that feels special before you even start it. It has the visual drama, the engine pedigree, the colour, the sound and the condition to make it stand out.

Condition and preparation

This Night Rod is presented in excellent condition throughout and has clearly benefited from careful ownership and garage storage. As a fresh Florida import, it has the kind of clean, well-preserved appearance we actively look for when sourcing American cruiser motorcycles.

We have fitted a new Dunlop D407T rear tyre, and the bike has a fresh MOT with zero advisories. That clean MOT result is a strong reflection of the way this motorcycle has been kept and prepared.

As with all of our bikes, this Harley-Davidson has been carefully selected, inspected and prepared with the aim of giving the next owner a machine they can be proud of from day one.

Why buy this Night Rod?

This is a rare opportunity to buy a clean, low-owner, Florida-sourced Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night Rod in a superb colour combination and excellent overall condition.

The Night Rod has become increasingly sought after because it offers something genuinely different from the rest of the Harley-Davidson range. It combines American cruiser attitude with modern engineering, performance-focused styling and a now-discontinued model identity. Good examples are becoming harder to find, especially ones with strong provenance and careful ownership.

This particular bike stands out because it has all the ingredients buyers look for:

It is a fresh Florida import.
It has had just 2 owners.
It has been garage kept from new.
It is finished in Deep Cobalt.
It has sensible mileage at 26,250 miles.
It has desirable upgrades already fitted.
It has a new rear tyre.
It has an MOT with zero advisories.
It is priced sensibly at £6,995.

For anyone looking for a Harley-Davidson with muscle, history, presence and individuality, this VRSCD Night Rod is a very strong contender.

Price

£6,995

A fantastic price for a clean, garage-kept, 2-owner 2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night Rod 1130cc in Deep Cobalt, freshly imported from Florida and presented in excellent condition throughout.

Viewing and enquiries

This is a distinctive and increasingly collectable Harley-Davidson that needs to be seen and heard to be fully appreciated. The combination of Deep Cobalt paintwork, Night Rod styling, aftermarket exhaust, carbon fibre front fender and clean Florida condition makes it a standout example.

Contact American Cruiser UK today to arrange a viewing or to discuss this 2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night Rod in more detail.

A true American performance cruiser — rare, muscular, beautifully kept and ready for its next owner.