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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.

CategoryCruiser
Used range$9,000–$13,000
Open recalls0
Best forCommuting
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1746cc V twin
Engine
655 lbs
Weight
25.8 in
Seat
$14,999
MSRP
Used range$9,000–$13,000

Too few clean used examples are moving yet to price this one confidently.

Used price, ownership cost, and rider-fit estimates are editorial. Verify before purchasing.

Rider fit

Best-use signals

Beginner3/10
Commuting6/10
Touring4/10
Off-road0/10
Two-up1/10
Sport3/10

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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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Inspection checklist

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Maintenance notes

  • Self-adjusting hydraulic lifters eliminate the need for manual valve clearance checks

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Watch list

  • 2024
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    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.

Recall snapshot

0 open campaigns

Last checked May 24, 2026 through MANUAL.

Configuration

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cruiser motorcycle with 1746cc V twin.