2005 Harley-Davidson Softail® Fat Boy

2005 Harley-Davidson Softail® Fat Boy pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Cruiser
MSRP
$16,445
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Cruiser
Manufacturer Country
USA
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Harley-Davidson
Display Name
Softail(R) Fat Boy
Year
2005
Make
Harley-Davidson
Engine Brand Name
Twin Cam 88B(R)
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
85 / 115.2
Torque RPM
3000
Cooling
Air
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
2
Valve Configuration
OHV - Pushrod
Bore (mm/in)
95.3 / 3.75
Stroke (mm/in)
101.6 / 4
Displacement (cc/ci)
1442.1 / 88
Compression Ratio
8.9:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Premium
US Miles Per Gallon (Hwy/City)
50 / 42
CAN Liters Per Kilometer (Hwy/City)
4.7 / 5.6
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
No
Carburetor
Yes
Number Of Carburetors
1
Carburetor Size (mm)
40
Carburetion Type
Carburetor
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Overdrive
No
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Belt
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Chain
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5)
10.11 / 6.96 / 4.95 / 3.86 / 3.15
Reverse
No
Heel Toe Shifter
Standard
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Chromed
No
Tire Brand
Dunlop(R)
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
90
Front Tire Speed Rating
72H
Front Wheel Diameter
16
Rear Tire Width
150
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
80
Rear Tire Speed Rating
71H
Rear Wheel Diameter
16
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Dunlop MT90B16 72H
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Dunlop 150/80 R16 71H
Front Brake Type
Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.5 / 292.1
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.5 / 292.1
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Rear Suspension Material
Steel
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
7.86
Wheelbase (in/mm)
64.5 / 1638.3
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
5.1 / 129.5
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
10.3
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
666 / 302.1
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5 / 18.9
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.17
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Leather
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
25.4 / 645.2
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Floor Board Location
Driver
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Passenger
Chain Guard
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Belt Guard
Yes
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Side Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Rear Fender Rail
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Pocket
No
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning
Standard
Service Reminder
Standard
Warranty (Months)
24
Destination Charge
225
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Paint
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Folding
Yes
User Reviews
5 reviews
  • Bought my 2005 Fatboy new
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 14, 2021

    My Fatboy has been perfect for me. Only problem was the float in the gas tank was sticking giving a false read. Got it fixed. I'm a cruiser only. At 69 I don't ride as much as when I first got it. It's been maintained & kept clean. I don't see anything out there I'd rather have. I love the simplicity. ...

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  • Nice bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 03, 2016

    I bought this bike about a month ago. Ive probably rode about 800 miles on it so far. I have had no problems with leaks whatsoever.It seems like its time for new shocks on this bike, but it does have 50,000 miles on it. Besides normal wear and tear, the bike seem pretty solid and am very happy with ...

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  • fat boy ,,,,,,,,,,,great bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 01, 2016

    2005 fatboy bought it in 2010 never had a problem whats so ever I have now 37,000 miles bought it with 2000 miles if you take care of it change your oils,,,,keep up mainteniece it will last for years smooth ,riding no problems the last owner took care of it ,,,,that's why some ...

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  • used harleys
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 03, 2016

    i have a 05 fatboy that has been a pleasure since i purchased in 2015 it was taken very well care of cleaned often been to sturgis twice it had 19.000 miles when i bought it a used bike is like a used car unless you look them over very carefully you will get taken and you bought you got it i would ...

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  • Not Even Back Surgery Will Keep Me Off My FatBoy!!!!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Dec 09, 2009

    I am 32' I Have Been Riding Just About All My Life. One day while working in Constuction when i was 29. I lost my Balance while working on the roof of a two story building and fell the full two floors. I Broke my back and Had to have four disks Fused. I thought i was done with more then just ...

    As i sat in my garage One Day Stareing at my bike' I wondered if the comfort would be any different with different Bars. I Found A great buy on ebay For Ape Hangers. I Got them on and it made a world of difference. I saw that when I rode with apes it Made me ride With a straight back' No More Slowching which was the prob with my stock bars. I have since added a few more things to help my back like a Better seat and Crash Bars to put my feet up as I cruise down the inerstate.

    I wanted to share my story for those that may be in my situation or been curious. I now Ride Pain free Every Weekend....

    :Pic of My Son and I on Our 2005 FatBoy:

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