Positioned in Harley-Davidson's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2000 Harley-Davidson FXSTD Softail Deuce utilizes a 1449 cc (88.4 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 63 HP (46 kW) at 5,300 rpm while maximum torque reaches 106 Nm (78.2 lb-ft) at 3,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 43.5 HP per liter and a 2,100 rpm working window between peak torque (3,200 rpm) and peak power (5,300 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the FXSTD Softail Deuce measures 305 kg (672 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.21 HP/kg (4.84 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 659 mm (25.9 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,691 mm (66.6 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 18.5-liter (4.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 175 km/h (109 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2000 to 2007, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
43.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.21 HP/kg (4.84 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,200–5,300 rpm
Standover Height
659 mm (25.9 in)
Engine
Displacement1449.0 ccm (88.42 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power63.0 HP (46.0 kW)) @ 5300 RPM
Torque106.0 Nm (10.8 kgf-m or 78.2 ft.lbs) @ 3200 RPM
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
Chassis
Wheelbase1691 mm (66.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight305.0 kg (672.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2066 HP/kg
Seat Height659 mm (25.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity18.50 litres (4.89 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack, lilac, orange, red, blue, gray, blue/gray, orange/gray, red/black
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Power
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
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