The Harley-Davidson Softail Springer motorcycle dimensions for 1997-2001 is wheelbase 65.4 in (1,660 mm), and the seat height 25.7 in (654 mm) to 26.1 in (663 mm).
Harley-Davidson Softail Springer dimensions at a glance
Dimension charts
Position within similar Harley-Davidson models
Representative dimensions shown within the observed range for comparable Harley-Davidson models in the same category.
Compared with the category median
Percentile and median comparisons use the same comparable Harley-Davidson model group.
Specification differences by model year
Only dimensions that actually change between the supplied years are shown below. Unchanged specifications are omitted.
Seat height
Useful dimension ratios
Seat height feel
About 26.1 in — a lower-than-typical seat height. This is a geometry comparison, not a guarantee of rider fit.
How its dimensions compare
Compared with other Harley-Davidson models in the same Bikez category where enough usable data is available.
| Dimension | This model | Category median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 65.4 in (1,660 mm) | 64.2 in (1,630 mm) | 1.2 in above median |
| Seat height | 26.1 in (663 mm) | 26.7 in (678 mm) | 0.6 in below median |
Harley-Davidson Softail Springer dimensions FAQ
Is the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer seat height low or tall?
The representative seat height is 26.1 in (663 mm), which is a lower-than-typical seat height. 0.6 in below the category median.
Does the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer have a short or long wheelbase?
The representative wheelbase is 65.4 in (1,660 mm), giving the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer a longer-than-typical wheelbase. 1.2 in above the category median.
Did the Harley-Davidson Softail Springer dimensions change much by year?
The biggest supplied shift is in seat height: decreased from 26.1 in (663 mm) in 1997-1998 to 25.7 in (654 mm) in 2001, a change of 0.4 in. Check the year-by-year section above for the full breakdown.