Harley-Davidson FLSTF Softail Fat Boy 2008 General information | |
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| Model name | Harley-Davidson FLSTF Softail Fat Boy |
| Year | 2008 |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Price as new | US$ 17195. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Rating | 3.2 See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement | 1573.3 ccm (96.00 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Torque | 120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 ft.lbs) @ 3300 RPM |
| Compression | 9.2:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 95.3 x 111.3 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches) |
| Fuel system | Injection. ESPFI |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Transmission type | Belt (final drive) |
| Clutch | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
| Fuel consumption | 4.35 litres/100 km (23.0 km/l or 54.07 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 100.9 CO2g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Exhaust system | Chrome, over/under shotgun exhaust w/ dual mufflers |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Rake (fork angle) | 32.0° |
| Trail | 147 mm (5.8 inches) |
| Front tire | 140/75-R17 |
| Rear tire | 200/55-R17 |
| Front brakes | Single disc. 4-piston calipers |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-piston torque-free calipers |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight | 314.8 kg (694.0 pounds) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 323.9 kg (714.0 pounds) |
| Seat height | 698 mm (27.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall length | 2395 mm (94.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1638 mm (64.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 18.92 litres (5.00 US gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Color options | Vivid Black, Pewter Pearl, Pacific Blue Pearl, Black Pearl, Dark Blue Denim (New), Candy Red Sunglo (New) 105th Anniversary Copper Pearl/Vivid Black, Purple Haze (Custom), Copperhead Pearl and Red Hot (Custom), Golden Glow and Black Glow (Custom) |
| Comments | Fat 200mm rear tire; 17-in. front wheel; fat 1-1/4´ internally wired handlebar with giant bare knuckle risers; Silver, Bullet Hole Disc Cast Aluminum wheels; two-tone seat and bullet laced valance; custom graphics package on front fender, fuel tank and rear fender |
| Update specs | Report missing specs or required updates. |
Further information | |
| Insurance costs | Compare US insurance quotes from the nation’s top providers. |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 08 Harley-Davidson FLSTF Softail Fat Boy discussion group or the general Harley-Davidson discussion group. |
| Related bikes | List related bikes for comparison of specs. |
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