Harley-Davidson has made significant updates to its Softail cruiser lineup, even though they look almost identical to the previous versions. They’ve got more power, more tech, and fresh colorways. The six Softails in the current lineup are the Heritage Classic, Street Bob, Fat Boy, Breakout, Low Rider S, and Low Rider ST. They’re powered by three variants of updated 117ci Milwaukee-Eight V-Twins: Classic, Custom, and High Output.
We took them for spins around Austin, Texas, diving into the myriad changes to find out which Softail we like most. Each model has its purpose and its own character, but a couple stood out from the rest.
Read our 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Cruisers Review
2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Specs
- Base Price: $17,199 – $24,199
- Website: Harley-Davidson.com
- Warranty: 2 yrs., unltd. miles
- Engine Type: Air-cooled, transverse 45-degree V-Twin, pushrods w/ 4 valves per cyl.
- Displacement: 117ci / 1,923cc (Classic; Custom; High Output)
- Bore x Stroke: 4.075 x 4.5 in. / 103.5 x 114.3mm
- Horsepower: 98 hp @ 4,600 rpm; 104 @ 4,800; 114 hp @ 5,000
- Torque: 120 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm; 126 @ 3,000; 128 @ 4,000
- Transmission: 6-speed, cable-actuated wet clutch
- Final Drive: Belt
- Wheelbase: 63.6-66.7 in.
- Rake/Trail: Varies by model
- Seat Height: 25.6-27.0 in. (laden, factory claim)
- Wet Weight: 670-728 lb
- Fuel Capacity: 3.5-5.0 gal.
GEAR UP
- Helmet: Shoei GT-Air 3
- Jacket: Highway 21 Motordrome
- Airbag: Alpinestars Tech-Air 3
- Gloves: Alpinestars GPX V2
- Pants: Saint Unbreakable
- Boots: Harley-Davidson Hagerman
