Cruisers

2001Harley-Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic

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The 2001 Harley-Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic is a nostalgic cruiser with studded saddlebags and a windscreen. Its air-cooled 1449cc Twin Cam 88B makes 63 hp and 106 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and belt drive, for a top speed of about 158 km/h. A very low 644 mm seat and 19-litre tank suit relaxed touring.

Capacity: 1449.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 335.0 kg
Seat height: 644 mm
Power: 63.0 HP (46.3 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering30%

City riding45%

Daily riding60%

Touring75%

Two-up75%

Track10%

Best for: Built for laid-back boulevard cruising and classic-styled long-distance touring rather than speed or sport riding.
Built for: A traditional, heavyweight American cruiser with big V-twin torque, classic styling, and a relaxed, unhurried riding character.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders wanting sharp cornering ability, high-speed performance, or any off-road capability.

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 644mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2001 Harley-Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 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: 1449.0 ccm
Power: 63.0 HP (46.3 kW)
Torque: 106.0 Nm (10.8 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1881 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 95.3 x 101.6 mm
Compression: 8.8:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt

Performance

Top speed: 158.0 km/h (98.2 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1628 mm
Overall length: 2391 mm
Seat height: 644 mm
Dry weight: 335.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 19.00 litres
Ground clearance: 129 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 292 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 292 mm

Other

Color options: White, red, yellow, bronze, red/black, yellow/black, green/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	2000	2001	2003	2006	2009	2012
Capacity	1449 cc	1449 cc	1449 cc	1442 cc	1584 cc	1688 cc
Dry weight	335 kg	335 kg	335 kg	326 kg	326 kg	331 kg
Seat height	644 mm	644 mm	697 mm	648 mm	697 mm	648 mm
Fuel capacity	19 L	19 L	19.7 L	18.9 L	18.9 L	18.9 L