Best Year Harley-davidson Softail (fxst/flst Series) to Buy — Complete Guide
Which Harley-davidson Softail (fxst/flst Series) year is the best used buy? Generation breakdown, model changes, and what to avoid.
thumb_upBest Year
2018
All-new Milwaukee-Eight 107, refined chassis, modern reliability
thumb_downAvoid Year
2007
Twin Cam 96 early issues, cam chain tensioner failures
auto_awesomeSweet Spot
2012-2016 used: 103ci fuel-injected, bugs worked out, lower prices
Generations
1984-1988 (Original Softail / Evolution intro)
6/10
Hidden rear suspension debut, Evo V-twin replaces Shovelhead
1989-1999 (Evolution Softail Mature)
7/10
Fuel system refinements, FLSTC/FXSTS variants expanded
2000-2006 (Twin Cam 88B Era)
7/10
Balance-shaft 88ci engine, smoother, more power than Evo
2007-2017 (Twin Cam 96/103 Era)
7/10
Larger 96ci standard, 103ci optional, fuel injection spreads
2018-present (Milwaukee-Eight Softail)
9/10
Completely redesigned frame, Milwaukee-Eight 107/114, modern suspension
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