The SP0RTSTER has been a production fixture since 1957! Its origins were in racing. Smaller and lighter than other models, on the road it continues to resemble its race-track forebears !
The FATBOY, by contrast, is reminiscent of the "hardtail" chopper bikes of the 60s and 70s, so-called because of their lack of rear suspension, which allowed the seat to be slung low, lending them their laid-back styling motif!
The HERITAGE SOFTAIL harks back to the 40s with its styling cues. "Softail" describes the relative comfort of its rear suspension, as compared with the choppers so beloved of the customising hardcore!