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Old Sep 7, 2008 | 10:20 PM
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What makes it a deuce? What is the difference between all other models?
 
Old Sep 7, 2008 | 10:30 PM
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Well, I'll start.

It has a lot of chrome including lower sliders, standard.
It has a different shaped gas tank and a different rear fender.
Full length chrome dash panel.
It has smooth rear fender struts.
It has 32 degrees front rake with slightly longer sliders.
It's an fx style with the 21 inch front wheel.
Many parts are Deuce only like seat, luggage rack, bags, sissy bars, handlebar risers...
It has the best lean angle of any Harley I know of except for the Wide Glide, which is a Dyna. The Deuce is a softail.

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Old Sep 7, 2008 | 10:32 PM
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BTW, the new Rocker most closely resembles a Deuce. Same risers, handlebars, fuel tank, etc. It's like they customized the Deuce into the Rocker.
 
Old Sep 7, 2008 | 11:03 PM
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Originally Posted by siclmn
What makes it a deuce? What is the difference between all other models?
Here is the spec (Stock):

Designation: FXSTDI

Standard colors: Pearl red, pearl blue
Standard warranty: 12 mos., unlimited miles
Recommended service interval: 5000 miles


ENGINE & DRIVETRAIN
Type: Air-cooled 45-degree tandem V-twin
Valve arrangement: OHV, 1 intake valve, 1 exhaust valve operated by pushrods, hydraulic adjusters
Displacement, bore x stroke: 1450cc, 95 x 102mm
Compression ratio: 8.9:1
Carburetion: Electronic fuel injection
Lubrication: Dry sump, 3.5 qt.
Minimum fuel grade: 92 octane
Transmission: wet clutch, 5 speeds
Final drive: Belt, 70/32

CHASSIS
Wet weight: 682 lbs.
GVWR: 1125 lbs.
Wheelbase: 66.6 in.
Overall length: 95.9 in.
Rake/trail: 34 degrees / 5.0 in.
Seat height: 28.3 in.
Wheels: 21 x 2.15 wire-spoke front, 17 x 4.5 cast-alloy rear
Front tire: MH90-21 Dunlop D402 tube-type
Rear tire: 160/70VB17 Dunlop K591 tubeless
Front brake: Double-action, four-piston caliper, 11.5-in. disc
Rear brake: Double-action, four-piston caliper, 11.5-in. disc
Front suspension: 39mm stanchions, 5.6 in. travel
Rear suspension: Harley Softail, 2 dampers, 4.0 in. travel
Fuel capacity: 4.9 gal.
Handlebar width: 33.0 in., 1.0 in. diameter

ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENTATION
Charging output: 416 watts
Battery: 12v, 19 AH, sealed
Forward lighting: 6.0-in 55/60-watt headlight, position lights
Taillight: Single bulb
Instruments: Speedometer, LCD odometer/tripmeter, fuel gauge; warning lights for high beam, turn signals, neutral, oil pressure, engine malfunction, low fuel

PERFORMANCE
Fuel mileage: 32 to 51 mpg, 43.2 mpg average
Average range: 212 miles
200 yard, top-gear-acceleration from 50 mph, terminal speed: 74.3 mph
Quarter-mile acceleration: 13.14 sec., 97.2 mph

Hope this helps.........
 
Old Sep 7, 2008 | 11:06 PM
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My bad - typo. 34 degrees rake which is greater than all others except the Wide Glide, I believe.
 
Old Sep 7, 2008 | 11:12 PM
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Originally Posted by JBaker421
My bad - typo. 34 degrees rake which is greater than all others except the Wide Glide, I believe.
That happens to be a Deuce in your Sig.
 

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Originally Posted by landest
That happens to be a Deuce in you Sig.
You're kidding me, right?


 
Old Sep 7, 2008 | 11:17 PM
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Originally Posted by JBaker421
You're kidding me, right?


I like that color... Nice ride.
 
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Old Sep 7, 2008 | 11:23 PM
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Thanks.
 
Old Sep 7, 2008 | 11:50 PM
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Originally Posted by JBaker421
Well, I'll start.

It has a lot of chrome including lower sliders, standard.
It has a different shaped gas tank and a different rear fender.
Full length chrome dash panel.
It has smooth rear fender struts.
It has 32 degrees front rake with slightly longer sliders.
It's an fx style with the 21 inch front wheel.
Many parts are Deuce only like seat, luggage rack, bags, sissy bars, handlebar risers...
It has the best lean angle of any Harley I know of except for the Wide Glide, which is a Dyna. The Deuce is a softail.

Next?

I was about to call shens on the lean angle, but damn, you're right! Wow.
 



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