Harley-Davidson FXCSTS Softail Screamer vs Victory Ness Signature Series Vegas (2005)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson FXCSTS Softail Screamerstacks up against the Victory Ness Signature Series Vegas. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson FXCSTS Softail ScreamerVictory Ness Signature Series Vegas
Model year20002005
Price$19,999
Engine1499 cc1508 cc
Horsepower148 hp
Torque200 Nm
Weight220 kg281 kg
Fuel capacity4.5 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesDual discSingle disc. Floating rotor with 4-piston caliper
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Floating rotor with 2-piston caliper
Tires80/90-21 / 180/55-B18

Harley-Davidson FXCSTS Softail Screamer vs Victory Ness Signature Series Vegas — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson FXCSTS Softail Screamer and the Victory Ness Signature Series Vegas usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson FXCSTS Softail Screamer brings 148 hp in a 220 kg package, while the Victory Ness Signature Series Vegas counters with its own power figure at 281 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: