a soft tail bike or full-suspension mountain bike is more comfortable and controllable on steep, rough terrain, especially downhill racing. the down side is less efficient acceleration on hard surfaces like roads. most good models have a rear suspension locking mechanism.
97 softtail takes 3 quarts of oil in oil bag 11/2 in primary.
3.5 inches
Yes on the newer ones
If you have to ask: by taking it to a mechanic.
1 Qt.
carburated
.038" to .043"
right on the front of the engine crankcase.
probably not
It tells you right on the tires.
correctly
where is the oil drain on a 2002 harley softtail