What category is the 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Standard?

General information
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Category	Custom / cruiser
Model year	2024
Model	Harley-Davidson Softail Standard
Year	2025

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Exhaust system	2-into-2 shotgun; catalyst in muffler
Greenhouse gases	116.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption	5.00 litres/100 km (20.0 km/l or 47.04 mpg)
Driveline	Chain, 34/46 ratio primary
Transmission type	Belt (final drive)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Air
Fuel system	Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Bore x stroke	100.0 x 111.1 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches)
Compression	10.0:1
Torque	149.2 Nm (15.2 kgf-m or 110.0 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
Engine details	Milwaukee-Eight® 107
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	1753.5 ccm (107.00 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Wheels	Silver, Annihilator cast aluminum wheels. Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall tires.
Rear brakes	Single disc. 2-piston floating. Optional ABS.
Diameter	292 mm (11.5 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc. 4-piston fixed. Optional ABS.
Rear tire	150/80-B16
Front tire	100/90-B19
Rear wheel travel	103 mm (4.1 inches)
Rear suspension	Hidden, free piston, coil-over monoshock; 43mm stroke; cam-style preload adjustment
Front wheel travel	142 mm (5.6 inches)
Front suspension	Dual-bending valve 49 mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps; dual rate spring
Trail	157 mm (6.2 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	30.0°

Physical measures and capacities
Oil capacity	4.70 litres (4.97 US quarts)
Fuel capacity	13.25 litres (3.50 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1631 mm (64.2 inches)
Ground clearance	124 mm (4.9 inches)
Overall length	2319 mm (91.3 inches)
Seat height	655 mm (25.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	297.1 kg (655.0 pounds)
Dry weight	291.2 kg (642.0 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Light	All LED
Instruments	2.14 inch LCD display with speedometer, gear, odometer, fuel level, clock, trip, range and tachometer indication
Starter	Electric
Color options	Vivid Black
Maintenance and service data
Fork tube size	49 mm (1.9 inches)
Update specs	34/46 (front/rear)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

4.8s

0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track10%

City60%

Cornering40%

Daily Riding65%

Touring55%

Passenger50%

Rider Profile

Best For	This bike suits riders who have at least some experience handling a heavy, low-slung cruiser at low speeds.
Purpose	It's built for relaxed, torque-driven cruising and stylish around-town riding rather than outright speed or sport handling.
Rider Fit	The low 655mm seat height makes it approachable for shorter riders, though its nearly 300kg weight demands confident low-speed control.
Character	It delivers classic Harley-Davidson soul with strong low-end torque, a stripped-down custom silhouette, and an easygoing, laid-back riding character.
Not Ideal For	It's not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or long-distance touring comfort.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 655mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Standard, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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