Recently, Harley-Davidson announced its continuing models for 2025, but new or updated motorcycles are also expected this year, including the Softail lineup.
According to Motorcycle.com, preliminary homologation data submitted in Australia indicates seven Softail variations are in the works: a 35th Anniversary Special Edition Fat Boy, possibly part of the Icon collection, as well as updated versions of the Low Rider (S and ST), Breakout, Street Bob, Heritage Classic, and Fat Boy.
The road vehicle description document includes seven Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) for the 2025 model year. The Low Rider S and ST, along with the Breakout, have been confirmed. The images in the documents were replaced with confidentiality placeholders while under embargo.
The homologation documents confirm more powerful engines for the Low Rider S and ST, offering 114 hp, with the S being 3 kg lighter and the ST shedding 4 kg. The Breakout is listed with a new Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine delivering 103 hp, with a weight increase of just 1 kg.
For the other Softail model codes, no further details are available in the documentation. Of particular interest is the FLSTFI code—the FLSTF designation was originally used for the Fat Boy between 1980 and 2018, with the I signifying fuel injection. In 2020, a 30th Anniversary Special Edition was released, suggesting that a 35th Anniversary Edition might now be in the pipeline.