2008 Harley-Davidson Road King®

2008 Harley-Davidson Road King® pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Touring
MSRP
$17,595
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Touring
Manufacturer Country
USA
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Harley-Davidson
Display Name
Road King(R)
Year
2008
Make
Harley-Davidson
Engine Brand Name
Twin Cam 96(TM)
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
92.6 / 125.5
Torque RPM
3500
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)
1584 / 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
Aluminum
Chromed
No
Tire Brand
Dunlop(R)
Front Tire Width
130
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Tire Speed Rating
63V
Front Wheel Diameter
18
Rear Tire Width
170
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
60
Rear Tire Speed Rating
78H
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Dunlop(R) 130/70 R18 63V
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Dunlop(R) 170/60 R17 78H
Brake Brand Name
Brembo(R)
Front Brake Type
Dual 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
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Rear Suspension Material
Steel
Air Adjustable
Yes
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
7.81
Wheelbase (in/mm)
63.5 / 1612.9
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
5.1 / 129.5
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
9.7
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
740 / 335.7
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
777 / 352.4
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
6 / 22.7
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.14
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Leather
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
27.3 / 693.4
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Floor Board Location
Driver and Passenger
Hand Grips
Standard
Chassis Protectors
Yes
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Engine Case Guard
Yes
Fork Guards
Yes
Saddle Bag 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
Top Crown
Standard
Tank Divider
Standard
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
345
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Side Case Mount
Standard
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Folding
Yes
Windshield Brand
Lexan(R)
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
No
Tinted
No
Height
High
Side Case Material
Vinyl
Number Of Side Cases
2
Location
Left and Right Side
Side Storage Mount
Standard
Lockable 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
Power Outlet
Standard
User Reviews
3 reviews
  • 2008 Road King Police
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 22, 2014

    The solo seat with it's own shock is excellent.Coming from Triumph Trophy 1200 I like to ride fast but not over my head.The police puts me in more up right riding position.The seat air shock went out,until I replaced shock the ride sucked.I'm 300lbs!New air shock different motor cycle.It's stock ...

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  • 2008 Harley davidson roadking Classic
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 08, 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...

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  • ROAD KING WITH ANTI LOCK BRAKES
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 09, 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 ...

    ordered the lower fairings & King tour pack in this mode its a electa glide..

    take all that off & the windshield & have a cool street cruiser..

    if you get a bike get the anti lock brakes they really work !! & can save the day!!

    the 103 upgrade gives me all the power I need even fully loaded & with a passanger..

    great bike

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