presentation of the 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022
The Fat Bob has always been the pirate of the Harley range. A rebel, a right-hook eater, a Talisker stomper for those fond of provocation. A character trait that now extends to the entire model, from the bottom of the connecting rods to the end of the frame.
Because everything has changed: engine, chassis, silhouette! The Fat Bob is not what it used to be; it expresses more, and punches its detractors in the face.
Let's start with THE shock of this new Bob. It's no longer a Dyna, but a Softail. It's a completely new generation, swapping its dual side-shock frame for the new deceptively rigid one. Does it betray its culture? Not really, as its surly spirit remains. And by taking over the new Softail frame, it benefits from seriously increased rigidity. Not to mention another major improvement in damping. Like the rest of the Softail range, it features a new, more efficient shock absorber under the seat, with a practical adjustment knob just behind the right calf.
From the front, the Softail Fat Bob threatens, and not just a little. Courage seems to be required to grasp its front drivetrain. The inverted fork is a guarantee of efficiency and rigor, holding a sturdy front rim shod with a 150 mm wide tire. With a nice set of brake discs and a truncated mudguard, the wheel feels like a single unit, ready to crush cinder blocks and sneakers.
this major evolution is accompanied by a drastic weight loss. 15 kilos have been shed in the process.

A mouthful, strong, taut, must have the muscle bandaged and worthy of its ilk. The Milwaukee Eight is the perfect answer. In our opinion, the 114 version is the one that suits him best. Such a sense of grit needs to be met with response, big spurts of metal through pistons eager to burst the walls. And that's the job of the big twin: to rip out the emotion and atomize the past. Let's not even mention the almost-forgotten Twin Cam 107. Let's take a look at the vexation the M8 114 wants to inflict on its rivals. The block sends out 15.8 mkg at 3,500 rpm, as well as 93 horsepower at the attack of emotions. With this effort, the Fat Bob can lift the heart with dignity, make passers-by tremble and call out to any lover of pulses, whatever their nature.
Full of trunk, calming its vibrations at idle and tinged with modernism with its 2 spark plugs and 4 valves per cylinder, the M8 engine hasn't forgotten its fundamentals with a very American depth of operation, dug into Wisconsin fever.
What an entrance! For its conversion to Softail format and the appropriation of the Big Bloc M8, the Fat Bob has pulverized its identity towards an authentic demonstration of strength. A grizzly of the road, for lovers of spicy food and mechanical subtraction.
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Key facts Harley-Davidson 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS (2022) : What you need to know before you buy
Highlights
- Very large twin
- Design furieux
Weak points
- Cutting-edge design
- Exhaust heat
Prices
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20,590€
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Performance
- Max speed : over 175 km/h (108.70 mph)
- Average fuel consumption : 5.50 liters/100km (0.43 mpg)
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Estimated range
: 247 km (153 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.
History
Specifications Harley-Davidson 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022
- Chassis
- Frame : Double steel cradle
- Fuel capacity : 13.60 liters (3.59 US gallons)
- Seat height : 710 mm (27.95 in)
- Length : 2,340 mm (92.13 in)
- Width : 960 mm (37.80 in)
- Min height : 1,110 mm (43.70 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,615 mm (63.58 in)
- Dry weight : 296 kg (653 lb)
- Weight when fully loaded : 306 kg (675 lb)
- Front axle
- Reverse telehydraulic fork Ø 43 mm, Wheel travel : 130 mm (5.12 in)
- Braking 2 discs Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 4-piston caliper
- Front tire : 150 / 80 - 16 → Order this type of tire
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox , manual
- Secondary belt drive
- Rear axle
- Under-seat monoshock, Wheel travel : 113 mm (4.45 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 292 mm (11.5 in), 2-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 180 / 70 - 16 → Order this type of tire
- Motor
- two-cylinder 45° V-shaped , 4 strokes
- Injection
- Cooling system : by air
- tumbled
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 1,868 cc
- 93 ch (91.70 hp) to 5,020 rpm
- 15.80 mkg to 3,500 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 3.23 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : 18.73 kg/mkg
- Compression : 10.5 : 1
- CO² emissions: 128 g/km
- Standard equipment
- Brake assist : ABS de série
- Practical information
Maintenance
The shock pre-load adjuster mounting bracket may break, causing the shock adjuster to come into contact with the tyre. There is a risk of a sudden loss of air pressure and therefore an increased risk of accidents and injuries.
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022
- What is the power of the 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022?
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The 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022 develops a power of 93 ch (91.70 hp)
- What is the torque of the 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022?
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The maximum torque of the 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022 is 15.80 mkg to 3,500 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022?
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The 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022 is capable of reaching a top speed of over 175 km/h (108.70 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022?
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The 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022 has a a dry weight of 296 kg (653 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 306 kg (675 lb).
- What is the fuel consumption of the 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022?
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Average fuel consumption is estimated at 5.50 l/100km (0.43 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
- QWhat is the seat height of the 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022?
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To ensure good accessibility, the 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022 offers a minimum seat height of 710 mm (27.95 in).
- What is the price of the 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022?
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The price of the 1870 Softail Fat Bob FXFBS 2022 is 20,590€ in France
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