Harley-Davidson Softail Standard Specs (Top Speed | Horsepower | Weight)

The Harley-Davidson Softail Standard motorcycle specifications include a 1,340 cc (81.77 cu in) engine, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 302.4 kg (666.7 lb).

Key specifications

1999, 2001, 2021, 2022, 2023Model years
1,340 ccDisplacement
116.6 NmTorque
302.4 kgWet weight
720 mmSeat height
19.7 LFuel tank
1,690 mmWheelbase
140 mmGround clearance
Model years covered
19992001202120222023
Year-specific specification changes

The 1999 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.

Bore × stroke
20212023100.0 x 111.1 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches)
Compression ratio
2021202310.0:1
Displacement
20011,449 cc (88.42 cu in)
202120231753.5 cc (107.00 cu in)
Dry weight
2021285.8 kg (630 lb)
20222023291.2 kg (642 lb)
Front brakes
2001Single disc
20212023Single disc. 4-piston fixed. Optional ABS.
Front suspension
20222023Dual-bending valve 49 mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps; dual rate spring
Fuel system
20212023Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Rear brakes
20212023Single disc. 2-piston floating. Optional ABS.
Rear suspension
20222023Hidden, free piston, coil-over monoshock; 43mm stroke; cam-style preload adjustment
Torque
2001106.0 Nm (10.8 kgf-m or 78.2 ft.lbs) @ 3,200 rpm
20212023149.2 Nm (15.2 kgf-m or 110.0 ft.lbs) @ 3,000 rpm
Wet weight
2001305 kg (672.4 lb)
20212023297.1 kg (655 lb)
Wheelbase
20011,697 mm (66.8 inches)
202120231,631 mm (64.2 inches)
Engine oil capacity
202120234.70 L (4.97 US qt)
Fuel capacity
200118.90 L (4.99 US gal)
2021202313.25 L (3.50 US gal)
Ground clearance
20212023124 mm (4.9 inches)
Oil capacity
202120234.70 L (4.97 US qt)
Overall length
202120232,319 mm (91.3 inches)
Rake
2021202330.0°
Seat height
2001662 mm (26.1 inches)
20212023655 mm (25.8 inches)
Top speed
20012022170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Trail
20212023157 mm (6.2 inches)

Mechanical overview

Engine layout snapshot

V2, four-stroke • 1,340 cc • Air cooled
Chassis snapshot

Wheelbase 1,690 mmSeat 720 mmClearance 140 mm
5-speed • Belt (final drive)

Additional useful specifications

Front tire pressure 30 PSI (2.1 Bar or 210 kPa)
Rear tire pressure 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)
Engine oil SAE 20W-50
Engine oil capacity 2.80 L (2.96 US qt)
Bore/stroke ratio 0.94:1 (Undersquare)

Engine specifications

Engine type V2, four-stroke
Displacement 1,340 cc (81.77 cu in)
Torque 116.6 Nm (11.9 kgf-m or 86.0 ft.lbs)
Bore × stroke 95.3 x 101.6 mm (3.8 x 4.0 inches)
Compression ratio 8.9:1
Valves per cylinder 2.0
Cooling system Air
Fuel system Carburettor
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition Single-fire, non-wasted, map-controlled spark ignition
Starter Electric
Lubrication Dry sump
Engine oil SAE 20W-50
Oil capacity 2.80 L (2.96 US qt)

Transmission and drivetrain

Gearbox 5-speed
Final drive Belt (final drive)
Clutch Wet 9-plate

Chassis and suspension

Front suspension 41.3 mm telescopic,
Rear suspension Hidden, horizontal-mounted, coil-over shock
Rake 34.0°
Trail 127 mm (5.0 inches)

Brakes, wheels and tires

Front brakes Single disc. Four-piston calipers.
Rear brakes Single disc
Front tire pressure 30 PSI (2.1 Bar or 210 kPa)
Rear tire pressure 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)

Dimensions and weight

Wet weight 302.4 kg (666.7 lb)
Dry weight 271 kg (597.5 lb)
Seat height 720 mm (28.3 inches)
Overall length 2,410 mm (94.9 inches)
Wheelbase 1,690 mm (66.5 inches)
Ground clearance 140 mm (5.5 inches)

Fuel and emissions

Fuel capacity 19.70 L (5.20 US gal)

Performance

Top speed 150.0 km/h (93.2 mph)
Power/weight ratio 0.2066 hp/kg

Other specifications

Brake fluid DOT 5 Silicone
Price as new US$ 12995. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.

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