Harley-Davidson
Softail Standard
The Softail Standard is Harley's most stripped-down Softail — a Milwaukee-Eight 107 V-twin in a 655-lb package with minimal equipment by design, intended as a blank canvas for custom builds rather than a ready-to-ride tourer. One open NHTSA recall requires remedy verification before purchase; confirm it has been resolved on any used example.
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Known strengths
- Milwaukee-Eight 107 engine provides immense, soul-satisfying low-end torque
- Serves as the ultimate blank canvas for personalization and aftermarket parts
- Significantly improved handling and chassis rigidity over the older Dyna generation
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Common issues
- Intentionally stripped down; ships without a passenger pillion or rear pegs
- Instrumentation is very basic via a small riser-mounted digital screen
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- Self-adjusting hydraulic lifters eliminate the need for manual valve clearance checks
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- 2024The Softail Standard is Harley's most stripped-down Softail — a Milwaukee-Eight 107 V-twin in a 655-lb package with minimal equipment by design, intended as a blank canvas for custom builds rather than a ready-to-ride tourer. One open NHTSA recall requires remedy verification before purchase; confirm it has been resolved on any used example.Watch
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Last checked May 24, 2026 through MANUAL.
Configuration
2024 Base
cruiser motorcycle with 1746cc V twin.
