Harley-davidson Softail Custom vs Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Harley-davidson Softail Custom 6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L), Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo 6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L) — typical real-world average. Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Harley-davidson Softail Custom vs Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Harley-davidson Softail Custom: 58 hp. Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo: 67 hp.

Harley-davidson Softail Custom vs Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Harley-davidson Softail Custom: 287 kg, 58 hp. Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo: 317 kg, 67 hp.

Harley-davidson Softail Custom vs Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo

Q: Harley-davidson Softail Custom vs Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo — which has more power?

Harley-davidson Softail Custom produces 58 hp @ 5,000 rpm (note: estimated for Evolution 1340cc engine; exact figures vary by year); Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo produces 67 hp @ 3,500 rpm (note: estimate based on Twin Cam 96 / 103 engine outputs; Harley-Davidson did not always publish official HP figures). Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo wins by 9 hp.

Q: Harley-davidson Softail Custom vs Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo — which is faster?

Top speed: Harley-davidson Softail Custom 175 km/h (estimated), Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo 175 km/h (estimated).

Q: Harley-davidson Softail Custom vs Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo — which is lighter?

Weight: Harley-davidson Softail Custom 287 kg (wet/curb weight), Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo 317 kg (wet/curb weight). Harley-davidson Softail Custom is lighter by 30 kg.

Q: Harley-davidson Softail Custom vs Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Harley-davidson Softail Custom 7.5/10 and Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo 7.5/10. Harley-davidson Softail Custom caveat: You prioritize comfort or long-distance touring riding. Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo caveat: You commute daily through stop-start traffic.

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Harley-davidson Softail Custom vs Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo. Harley-davidson Softail Custom: 58 hp @ 5,000 rpm (note: estimated for Evolution 1340cc engine; exact figures vary by year) hp, 287 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Harley-davidson Softail Fat Boy Lo: 67 hp @ 3,500 rpm (note: estimate based on Twin Cam 96 / 103 engine outputs; Harley-Davidson did not always publish official HP figures) hp, 317 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.5/10.