Harley-davidson Softail Custom vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Harley-davidson Softail Custom vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec. 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. Yamaha Bolt R-spec: 54 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 252 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Harley-davidson Softail Custom
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Horsepower (hp)
58 hp
54 hp
Torque (Nm)
98 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
287 kg
252 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
58 hp @ 5,000 rpm (note: estimated for Evolution 1340cc engine; exact figures vary by year)
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
98 Nm @ 3,500 rpm (note: estimated for Evolution 1340cc engine)
80 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated)
175 km/h (estimated)
Weight
287 kg (wet/curb weight)
252 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Harley-davidson Softail Custom
7.5/10
"A beautiful, trustworthy cruiser if you buy smart and inspect thoroughly."
Pros
+Twin Cam reliability well-proven
+Slow, predictable depreciation
+Massive aftermarket parts availability
Cons
−Cam chain tensioners wear early
−Chrome quality embarrassingly poor
−Highway comfort genuinely suffers
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
7.8/10
"A genuinely rewarding urban cruiser that rewards patient, style-conscious riders."
Pros
+Bulletproof reliability record
+Strong resale value retention
+Gorgeous factory finish quality
Cons
−Seat punishes longer rides
−Suspension undersprung for heavier riders
−No wind protection whatsoever
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