Harley-Davidson Softail Slim FLS 2013 vs. Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2014

Harley-Davidson Softail Slim FLS 2013

Harley-Davidson Softail Slim FLS 2013

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2014

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2014

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Softail Slim FLS 2013 vs Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2014

Harley-Davidson Softail Slim FLS 2013

Harley-Davidson Softail Slim FLS 2013

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2014

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2014

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Softail Slim FLS 2013 compared to Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2014

Harley-Davidson Softail Slim FLS 2013
Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2014

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore98.4 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke111.1 mmStroke72 mm
Engine powerEngine power79 HPEngine power122 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque132 NmTorque111 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.6 Compression Ratio11.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionBelt
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,690 ccmDisplacement1,247 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter16 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,350 mmLength2,440 mm
WidthWidth990 mmWidth890 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,635 mmWheelbase1,705 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height650 mmSeat Height675 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)318 kgDry Weight (with ABS)302 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.9 lFuel Tank Capacity18.9 l
Top SpeedTop Speed195 km/hTop Speed225 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Softail Slim FLS 2013

Harley-Davidson Softail Slim FLS 2013

For all its successful classicism, the Slim is a modern motorbike that is fun not only to look at but also to ride.

Timeless look

comfortable cruising

chassis proves positive.

Poor braking performance

turn signals on respective handlebars.

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2014

Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Softail Slim FLS vs Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX

Price Harley-Davidson Softail Slim FLS

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Price Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special VRSCDX

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