2013 Kawasaki VN900 Classic vs 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy 117

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2013 Kawasaki VN900 Classic 2013 Kawasaki VN900 Classic

Custom / cruiser

Engine
V2, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
621.7 pounds
2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy 117 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy 117

Custom / cruiser

Engine
Four stroke, V-Twin, 2 Milwaukee-Eight 117 custom, Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
77 kW / 104Hp @ 4800 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
315 kg / 694 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Year-2025
ColoursBlack-
Make Model-Harley Davidson Softail Fat Boy 117
Warranty12 Months-
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (in.)5.3 inches-
Ground Clearance (mm)135 mm-
Height (in.)41.9 inches-
Length (in.)97.0 inches-
Height (mm)1,065 mm-
Seat Height (in.)26.8 inches-
Seat Height (mm)680 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)64.8 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1,645 mm-
Width (in.)39.6 inches-
Length (mm)2,465 mm-
Width (mm)1,005 mm-
Seat Height680 mm / 26.8 in.Unladen 675 mm / 26.6 in Laden 658 mm / 25.9 in
Wheelbase1,645 mm / 64.8 in.1650 mm / 65 in
Ground Clearance-125 mm / 4.9 in
Height1,065 mm / 41.9 in.1120 mm / 44.1 in
Length2,465 mm / 97.0 in.2365 mm / 93.1 in
Width1,005 mm / 39.6 in.965 mm / 40.0 in
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (kg)282.0 kg315
Fuel Capacity (l)20.00 litres-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)5.28 gallons-
Dry Weight (kg)-303
Wet Weight (lbs.)621.7 pounds-
Dry Weight-303 kg / 668 lbs
Fuel Capacity20.00 litres / 5.28 gallons18.9 Litres / US 5.0 gal
Wet Weight282.0 kg / 621.7 lbs315 kg / 694 lbs
Performance
Max Power-77 kW / 104Hp @ 4800 rpm
Max Torque78.00 Nm (8.0 kgf-m or 57.5 ft.lbs) @ 3700171 Nm / 126 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Engine
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.5 x 2.9 inches-
Bore x Stroke (mm)88.0 x 74.2 mm-
Displacement (cc)903.00 cc-
Displacement (ci)55.10 cubic inches-
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke-
Fuel ControlSOHC-
Displacement-1923 cc / 117 cu in
Engine Detail-Four stroke, V-Twin, 2 Milwaukee-Eight 117 custom, Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection-
Bore x Stroke-103.5 x 114.3 in
Compression Ratio9.5:110.3:1
Cooling System-Air cooled
Engine LubricationForced Lubrication, wet sump-
Exhaust-2-into-2 staggered, catalyst in muffler
Fuel Induction-Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
IgnitionDigitalSingle-fire, non-wasted, map-controlled spark ignition
Lubrication-Pressurized, dry-sump with oil cooler
StarterElectricElectric
Drivetrain
ClutchWet multi-disc, manualMechanical, 10 plate wet, assist & conventional
Final DriveBeltBelt, 32/66 ratio
Gear Ratios-1st 9.311 / 2nd 6.454 / 3rd 4.793 / 4th 3.882 / 5th 3.307 / 6th 2.79
Gearbox2-speed-
Primary DriveSelectable four-wheel drive with Variable Front Differential Control, shaftChain, 34/46 ratio
Transmission / Drive-6 Speed
Chassis
Trail (in.)6.7 inches-
Trail (mm)169 mm-
Frame TypeDouble-cradle, steelMild steel, tubular frame, rectangular section backbone, stamped, cast, and forged junctions, MIG welded, aluminum forged fender supports
Suspension - Front41 mm telescopic fork with 7-way preloadDual bending valve 49mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps, dual rate spring, "beer can" covers
Suspension - RearUni-TrakHidden, free piston, coil-over monoshock, 43mm stroke, hydraulic preload adjustment
Lean Angle-25.6°
Rake30.0°30°
Swingarm-Mild steel, tubular sections, stamped x-member, forged axle junctions, MIG welded, removable belt spacer
Trail169 mm / 6.7 in.104 mm / 4.1 in
Wheel Travel - Front-130 mm / 5.1 in
Wheel Travel - Rear-86 mm / 3.4 in
Electrical Systems
InstrumentationSpeedometer, odometer, clock, fuel gauge and coolant temp light-
Lighting system30W x 2 halogen-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)10.6 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)300 mm-
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)11.8 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)270 mm-
Brakes - FrontSingle disc. Twin-piston2 x 300mm discs, 4 piston fixed caliper
Brakes - RearSingle disc. Twin-pistonSingle 292mm disc, 2 piston floating caliper
ABS-Standard
Tyres - Front130/90-16160/60R18,70V,BW
Tyres - Rear180/70-15240/40R18,79V,BW
Wheels-Machined, Lakester cast aluminum
Wheels - Front-18 x 4,5 in
Wheels - Rear-18 x 8.0 in