2017 Moto Guzzi Audace vs 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy 117

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2017 Moto Guzzi Audace 2017 Moto Guzzi Audace

Custom / cruiser

Engine
Four stroke, 90° V-twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
71 kW / 96 hp @ 6500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
299 kg / 659 lbs
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
Year20172025
Make ModelMoto Guzzi AudaceHarley Davidson Softail Fat Boy 117
Dimensions
Seat Height740 mm / 29.1 in (Optimal 720 mm / 28.3 in)Unladen 675 mm / 26.6 in Laden 658 mm / 25.9 in
Wheelbase1685 mm / 66.3 in1650 mm / 65 in
Ground Clearance165 mm / 6.4 in125 mm / 4.9 in
Height1180 mm / 46.5 in1120 mm / 44.1 in
Length2445 mm / 90.2 in2365 mm / 93.1 in
Width940 mm / 37.0 in965 mm / 40.0 in
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight (kg)-303
Wet Weight (kg)299 315
Dry Weight-303 kg / 668 lbs
Fuel Capacity20.5 Litres / 4.7 US gal18.9 Litres / US 5.0 gal
Wet Weight299 kg / 659 lbs315 kg / 694 lbs
Performance
Max Power71 kW / 96 hp @ 6500 rpm77 kW / 104Hp @ 4800 rpm
Max Torque121 Nm / 12.3 kgf-m / 89.2 ft/lb @ 3000 rpm171 Nm / 126 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Engine
Displacement1380 cc / 84.2 cu-in1923 cc / 117 cu in
Engine DetailFour stroke, 90° V-twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, V-Twin, 2 Milwaukee-Eight 117 custom, Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemPhased electronic multipoint sequential injection, Magneti Marelli IAW7SM; Øride by wireØ Ø 52 mm throttle body, IWP 243 Magneti Marelli injectors, double oxygen sensor, integrated management of 3 engine mappings, traction control, cruise control-
Bore x Stroke104 x 81.2 mm103.5 x 114.3 in
Compression Ratio10.5:110.3:1
Cooling SystemAir and oil cooledAir cooled
ExhaustStainless steel, 2-in-2 type, three-way catalytic converter with double oxygen sensor, Euro 42-into-2 staggered, catalyst in muffler
Fuel Induction-Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Fuel Reserve5 Litres / 1.3 US gal-
IgnitionElectronicSingle-fire, non-wasted, map-controlled spark ignition
LubricationWet sumpPressurized, dry-sump with oil cooler
Spark PlugNGK LMAR8F, 2 per cylinder-
StarterElectricElectric
Timing System DiagramIntake valve opens 19° BTDC (1-mm checking clearance) intake valve closes 55° ABDC exhaust valve opens 49° BBDC exhaust valve closes 12° ATDC-
EV Specifics
Battery Capacity12V - 18 Ah-
Drivetrain
ClutchSingle-disc with integrated anti-vibration bufferMechanical, 10 plate wet, assist & conventional
Final DriveShaftBelt, 32/66 ratio
Final Drive RatioDouble cardan joint and fixed bevel gear seat, drive ratio 10:36 = 1:3.6-
Gear Ratios1st 17:38 = 1:2.235 / 2nd 20:34 = 1:1.700 / 3rd 23:31 = 1:1.348 / 4th 26:29 = 1:1.115 / 5th 31:30 = 1:0.968 / 6th 30:24 = 1:0.81st 9.311 / 2nd 6.454 / 3rd 4.793 / 4th 3.882 / 5th 3.307 / 6th 2.79
Primary Drive26:35 = 1:1.346Chain, 34/46 ratio
Transmission / Drive6 speed with final overdrive6 Speed
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel tubing, closed double cradle with elastic kinematic engine mounting system to isolate vibrations.Mild steel, tubular frame, rectangular section backbone, stamped, cast, and forged junctions, MIG welded, aluminum forged fender supports
Suspension - FrontStandard fork, ø45 mm, with radial caliper mounting bracketDual bending valve 49mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps, dual rate spring, "beer can" covers
Suspension - RearSwingarm with double shock absorber with adjustable extension and spring preload with remote tankHidden, free piston, coil-over monoshock, 43mm stroke, hydraulic preload adjustment
Lean Angle-25.6°
Rake32°30°
Steering Angle38°-
Swingarm-Mild steel, tubular sections, stamped x-member, forged axle junctions, MIG welded, removable belt spacer
Trail155 mm / 6.1 in104 mm / 4.1 in
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in130 mm / 5.1 in
Wheel Travel - Rear120 mm / 4.7 in86 mm / 3.4 in
Electrical Systems
Alternator12 V - 550 W-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2 x Ø320 mm stainless steel floating discs, Brembo radial calipers with 4 horizontally opposed pistons2 x 300mm discs, 4 piston fixed caliper
Brakes - RearSingle Ø282 mm stainless steel fixed disc, Brembo floating caliper with 2 parallel pistonsSingle 292mm disc, 2 piston floating caliper
ABS-Standard
Tyres - Front130/70 R18160/60R18,70V,BW
Tyres - Rear200/60 R16240/40R18,79V,BW
Wheels-Machined, Lakester cast aluminum
Wheels - FrontAluminium alloy 3.50" x 18"18 x 4,5 in
Wheels - RearAluminium alloy 6.00" x 16"18 x 8.0 in