Harley Davidson FXS Softail Blackline (2011)

Harley Davidson FXS Softail Blackline (2011)

The 2011 Harley-Davidson FXS Softail Blackline is a rebellious creation of the Dark Custom movement, embracing three fundamental elements of motorcycling: mechanical beauty, internal combustion, and the thrill of the open road.

This stripped-down Softail model is lean as wire, hard as iron, and dark as a tar road at midnight, its raw style evoking the original bobber movement. The rear fender is bobbed high-and-tight over a slim 144mm tire, emphasizing an authentic hardtail profile that’s both functional and beautiful.

With a Big Twin engine dressed in black and silver, and a fuel tank shaved smooth and low, the Blackline exudes mechanical beauty and power. Its styling is honest, functional, and attainably rebellious – a true celebration of the Dark Custom movement.

The result is a motorcycle that balances allegiance with rebellion, inviting riders to experience the thrill of the open road in a way that’s both authentic and unbridled.

Key Specifications

Engine TypeFour stroke, 45 V-Twin,Twin Cam 96 vibration isolation-mounted Valves Pushrod-operated overhead valves; w/ hydraulic self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity96 cubic inches / 1584 cc
Max Torque124.7 Nm / 92 ft/ lbs. @ 3000 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity5.0 US gallons / 9.0 L
Weight (Wet/Kerb)682.5 lbs / 310 kg
Seat Height24 inches / 610 mm
Harley Davidson FXS Softail Blackline (2011)

All Specifications

Make & Model

ModelHarley Davidson FXS Softail Blackline
Year2011

Engine

Engine TypeFour stroke, 45 V-Twin,Twin Cam 96 vibration isolation-mounted Valves Pushrod-operated overhead valves; w/ hydraulic self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Displacement96 cubic inches / 1584 cc
Bore x Stroke95.3 x 111.1 mm
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Max Torque124.7 Nm / 92 ft/ lbs. @ 3000 rpm
Engine Management SystemElectronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Cooling SystemAir cooled

Performance

Top Speedn/a

Transmission

ClutchMulti-plate, wet
Gearbox6 Speed
Gear Ratios1st 9.03 2nd 6.259 3rd 4.649 4th 3.764 5th 3.207 6th 2.706
Final DriveBelt

Electrical & Electronics System

StarterElectric

Chassis & Suspension

Frame TypeMild steel tubular frame; rectangular section backbone; stamped, cast, and forged junctions; forged fender supports; MIG welded Swingarm Mild steel, round tube sections, forged junctions; MIG welded
Front Suspension41.3 mm telescopic, chrome dust covers, 5.6 in. (143 mm) wheel travel
Rear SuspensionHidden, horizontal-mounted, coil-over, 3.6 in. 91 mm wheel travel
Rake30
Trail123 mm / 4.8 in

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tire SizeD402F MH90-21 54H
Rear Tire SizeD402 MU85B16 77H
Front BrakesSingle 292mm disc 4 piston caliper
Rear BrakesSingle 292mm disc 2 piston caliper

Dimension & Weights

Seat Height24 inches / 610 mm
Wheelbase66.5 inches / 1670 mm
Ground Clearance125 mm / 4.9 in
Fuel Tank Capacity5.0 US gallons / 9.0 L
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight682.5 lbs / 310 kg
Dry Weight290 kg / 638 lbs

Features

  • Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) system
  • Rigid powertrain for a solid connection between rider and engine
  • Twin Cam 96B engine with internal counter-balancing
  • Coil-over shock absorbers for rear suspension control
  • Horizontal mount of coil-over shocks out of sight below the powertrain
  • Authentic hardtail profile emphasized by slim, 144mm tire
  • Lowest two-up seat offered by Harley-Davidson
  • New Split Drag handlebar design
  • Compact headlight and speedometer tucked low into wide FX front end
  • Black-rimmed laced wheels for a tough look
  • Big Twin engine dressed in black and silver
  • Fuel tank shaved smooth and low
  • Gloss black powdercoat finish on powertrain components
  • Silver powdercoat with machined highlights on cylinders
  • Chrome derby cover and timing covers
  • Round air cleaner cover in brilliant chrome
Harley Davidson FXS Softail Blackline (2011)
Harley Davidson FXS Softail Blackline (2011)

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