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TECH-SPEC. |
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Model: |
FLSTF.. |
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Year in production: |
1989- |
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Engine Type: |
Air cooled four-stroke 45-degree V-twin |
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Capacity: |
1340cc. |
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Compression ratio: |
8.5:1 |
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Weight: |
298kg. |
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Power: |
70PS @ 5,000rpm. |
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Peak torque: |
9.9kg-m @ 2,350rpm. |
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Transmission: |
Five speed gearbox with toothed belt final drive. |
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Suspension: |
Telescopic forks and rear softail. |
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Top speed: |
105 mph. |
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLSTF. |
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| CUSTOM CLASSIC. | |
| No one could accuse the Fat Boy of being subtle. Weighing in at about the same as four large men, it is a big machine-and when it first appeared, its factory-custom looks caused quite a stir. Much of the Fat Boy follows the familiar big Harley path, with the low-revving 1340cc Evolution (Evo) engine dominating the bikes low-slung looks. There's a wealth of old-style detailing such as the metal tear drop shaped toolbox fitted to Harleys since the 1930s; less traditional are the solid, cast alloy custom wheels front and rear. The Fat Boy freely mixes old and new. This is evident at the rear, where a casual glance might make you think there's no suspension, just the continuation of the frame to the rear axle that gave old-time Harleys the name 'hardtail'. The look is kept by the 'softail', a modern suspension system that looks old but rides new. These elements contribute to the custom character-it may look like a traditional Harley, but this is one civilized motorbike. | |
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