2007 Harley-Davidson FXSTC Softail Custom   With high rising ape-hangers over the Fat Bob fuel tank and a big 21-inch front wheel the new Softail Custom carries quite an appearance cruising past. The styling is chopper-like with the raked out FX forks. Above the new 200mm rear tyre is a traditional bobtail fender and a pillion seat with what looks like a very comfy backrest.
Words: Tor Sagen/Photography Jürgen Mainx The steering is much lighter than on the Softail Fat Boy, but the FXSTC has got the same wide 200 rear tyre. My feet are stretched forward and arms up in the air, but not as extreme as on the Dyna Street Bob. The bike is long and perfect for cruising down the high street with your girlfriend, or boyfriend for that  matter, on the back. The steering is light, which is the first thing I noticed after riding the Fat Boy. In the corners it is easier to dive in due to the narrow front tyre, but lean is still limited by the wide rear tyre. Overall the Softail Custom feels looser than the compact and stable Fat Boy. The rear brake on the test bike did not feel like it should and the foot pedal had to be pushed down hard to achieve sufficient stopping power. There shouldn’t be any difference to the discs and calliper from the Fat Boy, so I assume one of the other journalists overcooked it down the narrow mountain roads. The engine, transmission and fuel injection is the same as on the Fat Boy. Softail Custom is a very different Softail from the Fat Boy and suits if you like the chopper looks and distinctive backrest. Read the Fat Boy article for engine talk. 2007 Harley-Davidson Bill Davidson interview 2007 Harley-Davidson VRSCX Night Rod Special 2007 Harley-Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 2007 Harley-Davidson FXSTC Softail Custom 2007 Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 2007 Harley-Davidson VRSCAW V-rod 2006 Harley-Davidson FXDBI Street Bob 2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCR Street Rod video 2005 Harley-Davidson FLSTSC Softail Springer Classic video 2005 Harley-Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe video 
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