Harley-Davidson FLSTSC Softail Springer Classic vs Harley-Davidson VRSCX V-Rod (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson FLSTSC Softail Springer Classicstacks up against the Harley-Davidson VRSCX V-Rod. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson FLSTSC Softail Springer ClassicHarley-Davidson VRSCX V-Rod
Model year20072007
Price$17,545$19,995
Engine1573 cc1573 cc
Torque120 Nm117 Nm
Weight321 kg289 kg
Seat height28 mm27 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. 4-piston
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. 4-piston
Tires140/75-R17 / 150/80-B16 120/70-ZR19 / 240/40-R18

Harley-Davidson FLSTSC Softail Springer Classic vs Harley-Davidson VRSCX V-Rod — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson FLSTSC Softail Springer Classic and the Harley-Davidson VRSCX V-Rod usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson FLSTSC Softail Springer Classic brings its published horsepower in a 321 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson VRSCX V-Rod counters with its own power figure at 289 kg. On price, the Harley-Davidson FLSTSC Softail Springer Classic has the lower MSRP.

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: