2008 Harley-Davidson Softail® Heritage Softail Classic Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2008 Harley-Davidson Softail® Heritage Softail Classic Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Cruiser
BASE MSRP(US)	$17,945.00
Dealers	Harley-Davidson Dealers
Warranty	24
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Finance
Engine:
Engine Brand Name	Twin Cam 96B™
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)	86 / 117
Torque RPM	3200
Cooling	Air
Valves	4
Valves Per Cylinder	2
Valve Configuration	OHV - Pushrod
Bore (mm/in)	95.3 / 3.75
Stroke (mm/in)	111.3 / 4.38
Displacement (cc/ci)	1573.2 / 96
Compression Ratio	9.2:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Premium
US Miles Per Gallon (Hwy/City)	54 / 35
CAN Liters Per Kilometer (Hwy/City)	4.4 / 6.7
Fuel Type	Gas
Fuel Injector	Yes
Carburetor	No
Carburetion Type	Fuel Injected
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Overdrive	No
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Belt
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)	Chain
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6)	9.31 / 6.42 / 4.77 / 3.93 / 3.28 / 2.79
Reverse	No
Heel Toe Shifter	Standard
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition	Steel
Chromed	Yes
Tire Brand	Dunlop®
Front Tire Aspect Ratio	90
Front Tire Speed Rating	72H
Front Wheel Diameter	16
Rear Tire Width	150
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio	80
Rear Tire Speed Rating	71H
Rear Wheel Diameter	16
Front Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop® MT90B16 72H
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop® 150/80 R16 71H
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	11.5 / 292.1
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	11.5 / 292.1
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type	Telescopic Fork
Front Central Suspension Strut	No
Steering Damper	No
Rear Suspension Type	Twin Sided Swing Arm
Number Rear Shock Absorbers	2
Rear Suspension Material	Steel
Air Adjustable	No
Steering:
Steering Control	Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Length (ft)	7.88
Wheelbase (in/mm)	64.5 / 1638.3
Ground Clearance (in/mm)	5.1 / 129.5
Length (ft/ft)	7
Length (ft/in)	10
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)	725 / 328.9
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)	750 / 340.2
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	5 / 18.9
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)	2.17
Seats:
Seat Type	Two-Piece
Adjustable	No
Seat Material	Leather
Seat Location	Driver and Passenger
Folding	No
Seat Height (in/mm)	25.5 / 647.7
Number Of Seats	2
Detachable Passenger Seat	Standard
Backrest Logo Plate	No
Backrest Type	Fixed
Backrest Location	Passenger
Lumbar Adjustment	No
Grab Rail or Strap	Standard
Exterior:
Frame	Steel
Floor Board Location	Driver
Hand Grips	Standard
Foot Peg Location	Passenger
Chain Guard	No
Drive Shaft Guard	No
Fork Guards	Yes
Belt Guard	Yes
Hand Guards	No
Brush Guard	No
Heel Guards	No
Light Guard	No
Side Cover	Yes
Front Fender	Standard
Front Fender Trim	Standard
Rear Fender	Standard
Rear Fender Trim	Standard
Rear Fender Rail	Standard
Pocket	No
Stand Type	Kick
Handlebars	Standard
Instrumentation:
Digital Instrumentation	Standard
Clock	Standard
Trip Odometer	Standard
Speedometer	Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type	Gauge
Service Reminder	Standard
Pricing:
Warranty (Condition)	Limited
Destination Charge	300
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)	Cruiser
Manufacturer Country	USA
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age	16
NADATrimID	28279
Mounts:
Saddle Bag Mounts	Standard
Windshield Mounts	Standard
Paint & Finish:
Paint	Standard
Glass:
Rearview Mirrors	Standard
Windshield Brand	Lexan®
Windshield Lowers	No
Height Adjustable	No
Tinted	No
Height	High
Storage:
Saddle Bag (s)	Standard
Saddle Bag Material	Leather
Saddle Bag Trim	Studded
Number Of Saddle Bags	2
Location	Left and Right Side
Side Storage Mount	Standard
Leather Storage	Standard
Helmet Storage	Standard
Lights:
Headlight Mounting Bar	Standard
Passing Lamps	Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard

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Dream come true

By Walt Russ(Owner), Jan. 1, 2009

I bought my 2008 Heritage Classic just last August. I've dreamt of getting a Harley for 37 years and finally took the plunge. I'm glad I did. There is no comparison between it and the old Hondas I was used to riding. It's like the difference between a Corvette and Civic.

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Awsome Ride

By Myron Billiot(Owner), Oct. 31, 2008

My 2008 Heritage will be a year old November 1st with 14,000 miles and I love it. The ride is great, plenty of power and great fuel economy, 50+ mpg. I use it to go to the grocery store as well as going on long trips. The only mods I made is true duals exhaust SE stage 1 intake and SERT to make i... Read Full Review

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WOW

By John (Owner), Mar. 21, 2010

Impressed, bike handles well. Fuel injection responds flawlessly. Bike is so smooth during acceleration it feels like a caddilac. 80mph feels like riding on a cloud. O.k. maybe not 0-100 in 2.5 secs but I can still blow past anything on the road with no problem. Got to pay attention to floorboards s... Read Full Review

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Awesome Ride

By Clay(Owner), Sep. 3, 2009

First Harley but certainly not going to be my last. I love this bike! I sat on every bike at my local dealership & the Heritage Classic kept drawing me back. I'm lovin it! Read Full Review

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Awesome

By Vince(Owner), Jul. 4, 2009

I had a 1999 Sportster for a few years before my wife bought me a 2008 Heritage for our anniversary. The ride is awesome and I've done a few mods like the exhaust and computer. Best ever! Read Full Review

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