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2008 Harley-Davidson Road King® Base

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2008 Harley-Davidson Road King® Base Specifications

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Model Type	Touring
BASE MSRP(US)	$17,595.00
Dealers	Harley-Davidson Dealers
Warranty	24
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Engine:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Air
Valves	4
Valves Per Cylinder	2
Valve Configuration	OHV - Pushrod
Compression Ratio	9.2:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Premium
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Belt
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop® 130/70 R18 63V
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop® 170/60 R17 78H
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	63.5 / 1612.9
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	6 / 22.7

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By tom(Owner), Oct. 8, 2009

Wow, What can I say.. I have been working on jap bikes all my life. i am a Service manager of 2 Yamaha shops... And I drive my road king to work with a smile on my face.. Very comfortable ride.. I was very surprised.. Thank you HD... Please don't mess up and pack up the York Pa plant... Read Full Review

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ROAD KING WITH ANTI LOCK BRAKES

By kenneth chiocchio(Owner), Jan. 9, 2009

What a outstanding bike!!

Very Stable & comfortable ride.

ordered mine with the cruise control & Anti lock brakes..

also got a 103 stage II kit.. awsome.

Got this bike so I could load it up like a electa glide for long cruises & trips & then stip it down for local rides

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08 Road King

Apr. 28, 2009

What an amazing machine. Ive owned several harleys over the years and this own is by far the best. Performance, style, comfort, this bike is the total package. handling is phenominal for a big touring bike, even comparable to my dyna. Read Full Review

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