Cruisers

2001Harley-Davidson FXSTD Softail Deuce

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The 2001 Harley-Davidson FXSTD Softail Deuce is a stretched, chrome-heavy Softail with custom styling. Its air-cooled 1,449cc V-twin makes 63 hp and 106 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and belt drive. A low 659 mm seat and an 18.5-litre tank give it long, lean looks.

Capacity: 1449.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 305.0 kg
Seat height: 659 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 riding55%

Touring55%

Two-up50%

Track10%

Best for: Built for laid-back boulevard cruising and show-stopping style rather than outright performance.
Built for: A classic torque-rich V-twin custom cruiser that rewards a relaxed throttle hand and an appreciation for chrome and presence over agility.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders wanting sharp cornering ability, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable ride.

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 659mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2001 Harley-Davidson FXSTD Softail Deuce, 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) @ 3200 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2066 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 95.3 x 101.6 mm
Compression: 8.9:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Performance

Top speed: 175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1691 mm
Overall length: 2422 mm
Seat height: 659 mm
Dry weight: 305.0 kg
Wet weight: 309.6 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.50 litres
Ground clearance: 141 mm

Brakes & wheels

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

Other

Color options: Black, lilac, orange, red, blue, gray, blue/gray, orange/gray, red/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	2002	2004	2005	2007
Capacity	1449 cc	1449 cc	1450 cc	1449 cc	1449 cc	1584 cc
Dry weight	305 kg	305 kg	293 kg	305 kg	305 kg	301 kg
Seat height	659 mm	659 mm	719 mm	696 mm	696 mm	681 mm
Fuel capacity	18.5 L	18.5 L	18.5 L	20 L	20 L	18.5 L