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FXSTBI Softail Night Train

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66 /100 Sporty
Torque
102 Nm
Engine
1449 ccm

2004 Harley-Davidson FXSTBI Softail Night Train Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Harley-Davidson for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2004 Harley-Davidson FXSTBI Softail Night Train features a 1449 cc (88.4 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 102 Nm (75.2 lb-ft) at 3,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 95.3 x 101.6 mm (3.8 x 4.0 inches) with a 8.8:1 compression ratio.

On the scales, the FXSTBI Softail Night Train measures 292 kg (644 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 640 mm (25.2 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,695 mm (66.7 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 18.9-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2004 to 2005, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Standover Height
640 mm (25.2 in)
Engine
Displacement 1449.0 ccm (88.42 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details V2, four-stroke
Torque 102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
Compression 8.8:1
Bore x Stroke 95.3 x 101.6 mm (3.8 x 4.0 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel System Carburettor
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Belt (final drive)
Chassis
Rake 32.0°
Trail 127 mm (5.0 inches)
Wheelbase 1695 mm (66.7 inches)
Ground Clearance 142 mm (5.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 90/90-21
Rear Tyre 150/80-16
Front Brakes Single disc
Front Brake Ø 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 292.0 kg (643.7 pounds)
Seat Height 640 mm (25.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2420 mm (95.3 inches)
Fuel Capacity 18.90 litres (4.99 US gallons)
Other
Color Options Vivid black, lava red sunglo
Notes

Black powder-coated engine with wrinkle black and texture black covers; laced front wheel, disc rear wheel ;Badlander seat; drag-style handlebars; black tank console, rear fender supports, air cleaner and oil tank; bobtail fender; Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) as alternative to carburetor

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Seat Height
64 cm / 25.2 in
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Heavy bike — requires confident handling
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