2008 Harley-Davidson Softail® Heritage Softail Classic

2008 Harley-Davidson Softail® Heritage Softail Classic pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Cruiser
MSRP
$17,945
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Cruiser
Manufacturer Country
USA
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Harley-Davidson
Display Name
Softail(R) Heritage Softail Classic
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
Heel Toe Shifter
Standard
Wheels Composition
Steel
Chromed
Yes
Tire Brand
Dunlop(R)
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(R) MT90B16 72H
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Dunlop(R) 150/80 R16 71H
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
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 Control
Handlebar
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)
10.5
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
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
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
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
Saddle Bag Mounts
Standard
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Folding
Yes
Windshield Brand
Lexan(R)
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
No
Tinted
No
Height
High
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
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Headlight Mounting Bar
Standard
Passing Lamps
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
User Reviews
11 reviews
  • Little wonder it's called Classic
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 12, 2015

    I've had my 08 Heritage for 3 years now. It's gorgeous in H-D Vivid Black, blacked out engine with machined fins and gobs of chrome. Everywhere I go, I receive compliments on my beautiful Harley. I have Rush slip on mufflers so it's loud but not obnoxious. The passenger pegs were ditched in favor ...

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  • Classic Look
    By  (I am an Owner) on Dec 28, 2014

    I bought a Heritage Softail Classic last September and really have enjoyed it going to sell my 2006 VTX 1300, but keeping my 2008 Kawasaki 1400 Concours. Really like to classic look handles nice lots of torgue. Needs a little better shock in the back and slightly slow, but fast enough. Really glad ...

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  • 105th Anniversary
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 27, 2014

    I first sat on a heritage back in the mid 80's and fell in love with them. But could never afford one, I got out of biking in the late 80.s and now in 2014 just bought 2008 anniversary, Love the bike, Handles like a dream, I live in a state where there are no straight roads, Tons of Power, Only down ...

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  • Versatile cruiser
    By  (I am an Owner) on Apr 08, 2012

    I purchased my 2008 Heritage after renting one in California in the fall of 2007, at the time i was riding a Suzuki C50T. I assure there is no comparison, the Heritage is very nimble around town and very solid on the highway. I recently rented a 2012 Ultra Classic in Arizona and although it is a ...

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  • Larry's 2008 HERITAGE SOFTAIL
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jun 04, 2011

    I bought my 2008 Harley Heritage Softail on October 26 2007 love it . I have added a Screaming Eagle Heavey Breather Intake ,Pro Super Tuner ,D&D Slip on Mufflers and some Screaming Eagle 10 Milameter Red wires the bike is Vivid Black. I then took my Heritage to (The Dyno Difference) in Dallas ...

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  • WOW
    By  (I am an Owner) on 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 ...

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  • Awesome Ride
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 03, 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!

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  • Awesome
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 04, 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!

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  • Amazing Amazing Amazing
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jun 09, 2009

    Bought mine a fiew months ago. after riding a 1987 sportster for a fiew years i thought it was time i let these 59 year old bones relax. It is truly the most amazing machine that my cheeks have ever sat on. At 500 miles a week it truly is a fun ride for me and my queen.

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  • Dream come true
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 01, 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.

    The only complaint ...

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  • Awsome Ride
    By  (I am an Owner) on 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 ...

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