2008 Harley-Davidson Softail® Rocker

2008 Harley-Davidson Softail® Rocker pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Cruiser
MSRP
$17,295
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Cruiser
Manufacturer Country
USA
Introduction Year
2008
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Harley-Davidson
Display Name
Softail(R) Rocker
Year
2008
Make
Harley-Davidson
Engine Brand Name
Twin Cam 96B(TM)
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 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
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Chromed
No
Tire Brand
Dunlop(R)
Front Tire Width
90
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
90
Front Wheel Diameter
19
Rear Tire Width
240
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
40
Rear Wheel Diameter
18
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Dunlop(R) 90/90-19
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Dunlop(R) 240/40 R18
Front Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.93 / 49
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 Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
7.92
Wheelbase (in/mm)
69.2 / 1757.7
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
5.1 / 129.5
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
11
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
660.9 / 299.8
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
690.7 / 313.3
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5 / 18.9
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.38
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Leather
Seat Location
Driver
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
24.5 / 622.3
Number Of Seats
1
Frame
Steel
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver
Chain Guard
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Belt Guard
Yes
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Side Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Pocket
No
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Service Reminder
Standard
Warranty (Condition)
Limited
Destination Charge
300
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Paint
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Folding
Yes
Adjustable Handlebars
Standard
User Reviews
3 reviews
  • Love my Rocker
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 18, 2011

    This a great machine, it belongs on the open road,Not designed for twistes. I have driven my 2008 rocker all over AZ and I have found my perfect ride. I was looking at other Harley-Davidsons and nothing compared to this bike.I get a lot of questions about my Rocker,like what kind of is that and I ...

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  • 2008 Rocker C
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 14, 2010

    Upgraded to 103 CI stage III Screamin Eagle engine. Awesome boulevard bruiser but with the big tire and rake riding it through the twisties is like wrestling a pig.

    For my use its good though, I would buy it again.

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  • Wild Rocker
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 23, 2008

    I made my own wraped pipes,Cost me $75 and a couple of evenings.Played with my air box. And what a difference.It should be remapped,witch Iwill get done quickley.Moving my plate to the side .She is black denim and looks tough.Thanx and good luck.JC.

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