HARLEY-DAVIDSON Fat Boy (2011-2012) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2011, the US manufacturer launched the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy, a cruiser motorcycle that debuted in 1990 and underwent various modifications over its production time, including design changes and performance modifications.

The Harley-Davidson Fat Boy was known for its muscular and wide appearance, distinctive styling, and powerful engine. The bike rolled on a 200 mm wide rear tire and a fat front tire, enhancing its classic style.

In the appearance department, the 2011 bike featured a large round headlight with a chromed housing, an internally wired handlebar, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a rear chopper fender, a custom front fender, and bullet-style full disc aluminum wheels.

In addition, the 2011 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy came with some new features, including a factory-installed H-D Smart Security System with a hands-free fob and ABS, hand controls with fewer wires, a new odometer trip switch, a single-button hazard warning, a larger odometer with a gear indicator and an rpm display.

As for power, the 2011 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy took its muscles from a 1,584cc air-cooled V-twin fuel-injected engine that delivered fast throttle response, smooth control, and 127 Nm (94 lb-ft) torque at 3,000 rpm.

The engine power was handled by a new six-speed transmission with a multi-plate wet clutch, sending it to the rear wheel through a final belt drive.

The bike had an MSRP of $15,999 when released, while in 2023, the machine was for sale with an average price of $7,000.