| General information | 
  
    | Model name | Harley-Davidson Fat Boy | 
    | Year of manufacture | 1997 | 
    | Type | Custom / cruiser | 
    | Rating | 3.4   See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike. | 
    
        | Engine and transmission | 
  
    | Engine size | 1338.0 ccm (81.64 cubic inches) | 
    | Type of engine | V2, four-stroke | 
    | Output | 55.0 HP (40.1  kW)) @ 5000 RPM | 
    | Torque | 97.0 Nm (9.9 kgf-m or 71.5 ft.lbs) @ 2350 RPM | 
    | Top speed | 155.0 km/h (96.3 mph) | 
    | Valves per cylinder | 2 | 
    | Cooling system | Air | 
    | Gearbox | 5-speed | 
    | Transmission type | Belt  (final drive) | 
    
        | Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | 
      
        | Physical measures and capacities | 
  
    | Dry weight | 284.0 kg (626.1 pounds) | 
    | Power/weight ratio | 0.1937 HP/kg | 
    | Seat height | 654 mm (25.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | 
    
        | Other specifications | 
  
    | Starter | Electric | 
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