THE NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON SOFTAIL STANDARD -
THE QUINTESSENCE OF THE HARLEY-CHOPPER
Milwaukee Eight V-Twin performance and chopper style reduced to the essentials invite customizing
MILWAUKEE (Feb. 24, 2020) - The new Softail Standard comes with all the ingredients that make an authentic Harley-Davidson chopper The bike is characterized by a slim silhouette, the dynamic reserves of the stable Softail chassis and the power of the mighty Milwaukee Eight V-twin. Painted in classic Vivid Black and refined with chrome-plated components and polished surfaces, it is the quintessence of a factory custom bike reduced to the essentials.
The contrast between dark and light components contributes to the classic and minimalist look of the Softail Standard. It is equipped with a solo seat that provides a view of the chopped rear fender and has a slim, 13.2 liter fuel tank. The minimalist design draws the eye to the engine, a completely black Milwaukee-Eight 107, on which polished rocker arm, primary drive and timer covers set accents. The round cover of the air filter is also black, while the chrome-plated shotgun exhaust system emphasizes the machine's crouched silhouette.
The rims of the wire-spoke wheels have a shiny chrome of the wire-spoke wheels. A 19-inch wheel is used at the front and a 16-inch wheel at the rear. a 16-inch wheel at the rear. The fork's dip tubes are clear-coated, the triple clamps and the riser are polished, the decorative ring on the black headlight and the on the black headlight and the indicators have been dipped in chrome. A mini Ape handlebar puts the rider rider into a typical chopper riding position. Its riser houses the compact digital display instrument, which contributes to the clean look of the front end. front end.
The Softail family
The stable Softail chassis forms the backbone of the backbone of the Softail Standard. Its double-loop tubular steel frame with with backbone top rail ensures low weight and high rigidity. A plus in chassis rigidity is provided by the engine, which is rigidly connected to the frame, and the triangular steel tube swingarm, which is reminiscent of the cool rigid frame look of of bygone eras and at the same time contributes to the dynamic chassis qualities. contributes to the dynamic chassis qualities. A monoshock with adjustable spring base, hidden from the eye of the beholder adjustable spring base supports the swingarm towards the frame and the telescopic fork with dual-bending valving technology fork supports the light-footed handling and braking performance. braking performance. For safe deceleration, a powerful ABS braking system with one disc brake on the front wheel and one on the rear wheel.
The Milwaukee-Eight
The powerful propulsion of the Softail Standard is provided by the Milwaukee Eight 107 V-Twin. It is also responsible for the typical characteristics of a Harley-Davidson: look, sound and feel. feel. Two balancer shafts reduce its vibrations to a level that is as comfortable comfortable and appreciated by the fans. Four-valve heads, an advanced cylinder head layout, an oil-cooled exhaust area and a compression ratio of compression ratio of ten to one form the basis for the high torque torque that is available even at low engine speeds.
The ideal basis for customizing
The Softail Standard, which will be available in time for the 2020 season, is the new entry into the world of Harley-Davidson Big Twins and is also the perfect basis for building a completely individual custom bike. Whether it's about changing the ergonomics, sharpening the style or preparing the bike for a trip, it doesn't matter. The large Harley-Davidson Parts & Accessories range enables every owner to realize their own personal wishes.
Technical data
Softail Standard (FXST)
| Displacement: 1,745 cm3 | |
| Power kW (hp)/rpm: 64 (87)/5,020 | |
| Torque Nm/rpm: 145/3,000 | |
| Top speed: 190 km/h | |
| Recommended retail price Germany: 13.395,- Euro (plus transportation and installation fee) | |
| Recommended retail price Austria: 15.995,- Euro (incl. transportation and installation fee) | |
| Warranty: 4 years | |
| Availability: expected from May 2020 |
