softail

Questions

What does softail mean?

A bicycle or motorcycle featuring a hidden rear suspension system with springs or shock absorbers.

Where does softail come from?

Blend of soft + tail, coined as a trademark by the Harley-Davidson company, and modelled on hardtail.

How to pronounce softail

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “softail”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “softail”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “softail” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.