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2025Harley-Davidson Softail Standard

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The 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Standard is a stripped-back cruiser for riders who want a blank canvas for customising. Its 1,753cc Milwaukee-Eight 107 V-twin makes 87 hp and 149 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. Its 655 mm seat is one of the lowest in the range, and ABS is optional. It weighs 297 kg with a 13.3-litre tank.

Capacity
1753.5 ccm
Engine
V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
291.2 kg
Seat height
655 mm
Power
87.0 HP (64.0 kW)
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What’s new for the 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Standard

vs the 2024
Spec20242025
Power 87.0 HP (64.0 kW) @ 5020 RPM 87.0 HP (64.0 kW)
Other years 1999 2000 2001 2002 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 39Agility 44Comfort 65Off-road 5Touring 55Road manners 70
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering40%
City riding60%
Daily riding65%
Touring55%
Two-up50%
Track10%
Best for
It's built for relaxed, torque-driven cruising and stylish around-town riding rather than outright speed or sport handling.
Built for
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.

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

Will it fit you?

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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.

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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Range and running costs

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Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
1753.5 ccm
Power
87.0 HP (64.0 kW)
CO2 Emissions
116 CO2 g/km
Torque
149.2 Nm (15.2 kgf-m) @ 3000 RPM
Engine type
V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption
5.00 litres/100 km (20.0 km/l)
Power/weight ratio
0.2988 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
100.0 x 111.1 mm
Compression
10.0:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Belt
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1631 mm
Overall length
2319 mm
Seat height
655 mm
Dry weight
291.2 kg
Wet weight
297.1 kg
Fuel capacity
13.30 litres
Ground clearance
124 mm
Oil capacity
4.70 litres
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
Dual-bending valve 49 mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps; dual rate spring
Rear suspension
Hidden, free piston, coil-over monoshock; 43mm stroke; cam-style preload adjustment
Front wheel travel
142 mm
Rear wheel travel
103 mm
Rake (fork angle)
30.0°
Trail
157 mm
Fork tube size
49 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. 4-piston fixed. Optional ABS.
Front brakes diameter
292 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. 2-piston floating. Optional ABS.
ABS
Optional
Front tyre
100/90-B19
Rear tyre
150/80-B16
Other
Color options
Vivid Black

Specs last verified against published sources: .

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 199920072011202220252026
Capacity 1340 cc 1584 cc 1584 cc 1754 cc 1754 cc 1754 cc
Dry weight 271 kg — — 291 kg 291 kg 291 kg
Seat height — 662 mm 662 mm 655 mm 655 mm 655 mm
Fuel capacity 19.7 L 18.9 L 18.9 L 13.3 L 13.3 L 13.3 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Harley-Davidson Softail Standard?

The 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Standard has a Capacity of 1753.5 ccm (107.01 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Harley-Davidson Softail Standard have?

The 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Standard has a Power of 87.0 HP (64.0 kW).

How many gears does the Harley-Davidson Softail Standard have?

The 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Standard has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Harley-Davidson Softail Standard?

The 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Standard has a Torque of 149.2 Nm (15.2 kgf-m or 110.0 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM.

How much does the Harley-Davidson Softail Standard weigh?

The 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Standard has a Dry weight of 291.2 kg (642.0 pounds).

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