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The following specifications are based on common service manual data for various Softail generations. 1. Torque Specifications by Model Year 2020–Present (Milwaukee-Eight Softail) : 135–145 ft-lbs .
: On Softail models with low-hanging mufflers, you may need to remove or loosen the exhaust to gain straight access to the axle nut. 3. Critical Installation Steps Check Rear Axle Nut Torque harley-softail-rear-axle-torque-specs
: 95–105 ft-lbs . 2008–2017 (Twin Cam Softail) : 95–105 ft-lbs . The following specifications are based on common service
: A 36mm socket is standard for most modern Harley-Davidson rear axle nuts. harley-softail-rear-axle-torque-specs
: A 1/2-inch drive torque wrench is recommended to reach the high-torque requirements of 100+ ft-lbs.
Harley updated the axle profile and material in 2020, requiring higher torque for a tighter tolerance.
