Harley-Davidson FXSTSI Springer Softail vs Harley-Davidson FLSTS Heritage Springer (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson FXSTSI Springer Softailstacks up against the Harley-Davidson FLSTS Heritage Springer. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson FXSTSI Springer SoftailHarley-Davidson FLSTS Heritage Springer
Model year20042003
Price
Engine1449 cc1449 cc
Torque102 Nm110 Nm
Weight302 kg340 kg
Seat height25 mm26 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L5.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires90/90-21 / 150/80-16

Harley-Davidson FXSTSI Springer Softail vs Harley-Davidson FLSTS Heritage Springer — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson FXSTSI Springer Softail and the Harley-Davidson FLSTS Heritage Springer usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson FXSTSI Springer Softail brings its published horsepower in a 302 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson FLSTS Heritage Springer counters with its own power figure at 340 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: