2005 Harley-Davidson Softail® Fat Boy Links
2005 Harley-Davidson Softail® Fat Boy Specifications
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Identification | |
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Model Type | Cruiser |
BASE MSRP(US) | $16,445.00 |
Dealers | Harley-Davidson Dealers |
Warranty | 24 |
Insurance | |
Finance | |
Engine: | |
Engine Brand Name | Twin Cam 88B® |
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: | |
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 & Tires: | |
Wheels Composition | Aluminum |
Chromed | No |
Tire Brand | Dunlop® |
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 |
Brakes: | |
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 |
Suspension: | |
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: | |
Steering Control | Handlebar |
Technical Specifications: | |
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 |
Seats: | |
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 |
Exterior: | |
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 |
No | |
Stand Type | Kick |
Handlebars | Standard |
License Plate | Standard |
Instrumentation: | |
Digital Instrumentation | Standard |
Trip Odometer | Standard |
Speedometer | Standard |
Fuel Level Warning | Standard |
Service Reminder | Standard |
Pricing: | |
Warranty (Months) | 24 |
Destination Charge | 225 |
Battery Warranty (Months) | 0 |
Identification: | |
Generic Type (Primary) | Cruiser |
Manufacturer Country | USA |
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age | 16 |
Parent Company | Harley-Davidson |
Display Name | Softail® Fat Boy® |
Paint & Finish: | |
Paint | Standard |
Lights: | |
Headlight Mounts | Standard |
Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
Headlight (s) | Standard |
Type | Halogen |
Glass: | |
Folding | Yes |
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By Carl Miller(Owner), Dec. 9, 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 rid...
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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 n...
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By Jon Jones(Owner), Oct. 3, 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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By James Padgett (Owner), 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...
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fat boy ,,,,,,,,,,,great bike
By george santi(Owner), Sep. 1, 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 p...
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