Cruisers

2013Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy Special

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The 2013 Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy Special is a heavyweight custom cruiser built for riders seeking classic styling with modern performance. Its air-cooled 1690cc Twin Cam engine delivers substantial low-end torque ideal for laid-back cruising, while the iconic fat front tire and chrome detailing define its unmistakable aesthetic appeal.

Capacity: 1690.0 ccm
Engine: V -Twin twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 313.0 kg
Seat height: 670 mm
Power: 103.0 HP

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering30%

City riding50%

Daily riding60%

Touring55%

Two-up55%

Track10%

Best for: It's built for boulevard cruising and making a bold visual statement rather than for outright speed or long-distance touring efficiency.
Built for: It delivers a big, torquey V-twin rumble with strong low-end grunt, favoring relaxed, deliberate cruising over aggressive cornering or high-rpm thrills.
Not ideal for: This is not the right bike for riders seeking agile canyon carving, off-road capability, or a lightweight, nimble daily commuter.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 670mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2013 Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy Special, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1690.0 ccm
Power: 103.0 HP
CO2 Emissions: 130 CO2 g/km
Torque: 134.0 Nm (13.7 kgf-m) @ 3000 RPM
Engine type: V -Twin twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.3291 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 98.4 x 111.1 mm
Compression: 9.6:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1630 mm
Overall length: 2385 mm
Seat height: 670 mm
Dry weight: 313.0 kg
Wet weight: 330.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.90 litres
Ground clearance: 125 mm
Oil capacity: 3.30 litres

Chassis & suspension

Rake (fork angle): 31.6°
Trail: 147 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. 4-piston
Rear brakes: Single disc. 2-piston
Front tyre: 140/75-R17
Rear tyre: 200/55-R17

Other

Color options: Anniversary Vintage Bronze/Anniversary Vintage Black, Candy Orange, Black Denim, Vivid Black

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2013	2014	2015	2016
Capacity	1690.00 ccm (103.12 cubic inches)	1690.00 ccm (103.12 cubic inches)	—	—
Dry weight	313.0 kg (690.0 pounds)	313.0 kg (690.0 pounds)	318.0 kg (701.1 pounds)	320.0 kg (705.5 pounds)
Seat height	670 mm (26.4 inches)	670 mm (26.4 inches)	670 mm (26.4 inches)	670 mm (26.4 inches)
Fuel capacity	18.90 litres (4.99 gallons)	18.90 litres (4.99 gallons)	18.90 litres (4.99 gallons)	18.90 litres (4.99 gallons)
Color options	Anniversary Vintage Bronze/Anniversary Vintage Black, Candy Orange, Black Denim, Vivid Black	Anniversary Vintage Bronze/Anniversary Vintage Black, Candy Orange, Black Denim, Vivid Black	Charcoal Pearl, Radioactive Green, Sand Cammo Denim, Black Denim, Vivid Black	Charcoal Denim, Amber Whiskey, Crushed Ice Pearl, Black Denim, Vivid Black