HARLEY-DAVIDSON Fat Boy (1998-1999) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1998, the American motorcycle manufacturer launched the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy, a cruiser machine that remained loyal to the first design introduced in 1990. The bike was known for its fat, muscular appearance, distinctive design, and powerful engine.

The bikes manufactured from 1990 to 2017 were designated as FLSTF, and those produced from 2018 were coded as FLFB and FLFBS. Until 1997, the motorcycle featured only minor modifications, such as a revised master cylinder and switchgear and a redesigned exhaust with a seamless design.

The 1997 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy was fitted with standard classic features, such as a round headlight with a chromed housing, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a one-piece dual seat, a dual chromed exhaust system, and valanced fenders covering a pair of full disc wheels.

The suspension and braking systems were carried out from previous models without any modifications. The front end packed a 39 mm telescopic fork and a 292 mm disc with a four-piston caliper, and the rear end was operated by two hidden spring preload-adjustable shock absorbers and a 292 mm disc engaged by a four-piston caliper.

In the power department, the 1998 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy had its soul brought to life by a 1,337cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 67 hp at 6,000 rpm and 97 Nm (72 lb-ft) torque at 2,350 rpm.