Across 5 covered model years from 2000 to 2007, the Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 681.9 lb (309.3 kg) and dry weights ranging from 651 lb (295.3 kg) to 672.4 lb (305 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard is heavier than about 61.9% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2000, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2007 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 681.9 lb (309.3 kg) |
| Dry weight | 651 lb (295.3 kg) to 672.4 lb (305 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,442.2 cc to 1,573.3 cc |
| Power | 63 hp |
| Torque | 78.2 lb-ft (106 Nm) to 87.9 lb-ft (119.2 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.99 US gal (18.9 L) to 5.2 US gal (19.7 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31 lb (14.1 kg) to 32.4 lb (14.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2000 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 9.24 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 10.82 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 11.63 lb-ft / 100 lb to 12.89 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.12 cc / lb to 2.31 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 43.3 lb / 100 cc to 47.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.6% to 4.8% |
| Weight with full tank | 682.1 lb (309.4 kg) to 704.8 lb (319.7 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 681.9 lb (309.3 kg), while dry weight is 651 lb (295.3 kg) to 672.4 lb (305 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 62nd percentile for weight among 168 compatible Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles.
Are all Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard?
A full tank works out to about 31 lb (14.1 kg) to 32.4 lb (14.7 kg) from the listed 4.99 US gal (18.9 L) to 5.2 US gal (19.7 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 861.9 lb (390.9 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 9.24 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 39th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
What is the estimated Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard weight with a full tank of gas?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 682.1 lb (309.4 kg) to 704.8 lb (319.7 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard dry-to-wet weight difference?
Available years with both measurements show about 28 lb (12.7 kg) to 30.9 lb (14 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
What is the Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 11.63 lb-ft per 100 lb to 12.89 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Harley-Davidson website.