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QUICKSPIN I HARLEY-DAVIDSON FAT BOB 114
I said back in 2017 that pegs two inches back and
a seat two inches higher would make an almost per-
fect ride position, and I stand by that quote. Although
I still love the stance from that massive black handle-
bar, even if the speedo is mounted on top of the tank
and is damn near impossible to read at speed.
The Fat Bob 114 is the kind of motorcycle no one
really needs, but it doesn't stop you from wanting
it. This is especially so given the fact that for me, it
seems like the last bike I'd ever want in my garage.
That is until you ride it, and the don't-judge-a-book-
by-its-cover adage comes ringing in your ears. This is
an incredibly fun, surprising machine, and in reality, a
bit of a softie—like a retired heavyweight boxer.
I loved ol' Bob back in 2017 and I love him now.
Some things never change. CN
(Above) The view from the cockpit. That
massive handlebar makes you feel real
tough. (Below) This is the best OEM cruiser
seat Rennie has ever tried.
Notice how you don't slouch.
SPECIFICATIONS
2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON SOFTAIL
FAT BOB 114 ($18,799)
ENGINE
Milwaukee-Eight 114,
V-twin, liquid-cooled
DISPLACEMENT
114 c.i (1868cc)
BORE X STROKE
102 x 114.3mm
COMPRESSION RATIO
10.5:1
CLUTCH
Wet multi-plate
TRANSMISSION
6-speed
CHASSIS
Tubular steel
FRONT SUSPENSION
43mm Showa inverted fork
REAR SUSPENSION
Single Showa shock
absorber, preload adjustable
FRONT BRAKE
4-piston calipers, ABS as
standard
REAR BRAKE
2-piston caliper, ABS as
standard
FRONT TIRE
150/80-16,71H, BW
REAR TIRE
180/70B16,77H, BW
RAKE
28°
WHEELBASE
63.6 in.
SEAT HEIGHT
28 in.
FUEL CAPACITY
3.6 gal
WEIGHT
676 lbs. (wet, claimed)
COLOR
Performance Orange,
Stiletto Red, River Rock
Gray Denim, Barracuda
Silver Denim, Black
Denim, Vivid Black
