Wednesday, February 11, 2015
2008 Harley Davidson FLHTC Electra Glide Classic – Motorbike Bicycle
No other Harley-Davidson motorcycle has such a distinct identity as the Electra Glide. It’s TC96 engine and six-speed overdrive transmission provide usable power for any situation while ample luggage space and significant upgrades provide long-distance comfort. For adventurous riders who want a classic machine for traveling, the Electra Glide is magical. There’s a 6-gallon fuel tank for longer-range cruising, making 200-mile runs possible between fill-ups. The new sure-stopping Brembo brakes are available with an optional Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) for safer stops. The Isolated Drive System helps to cushion road and driveline shock, reducing noise and vibration, and the front fork now has improved three-phase damping for a better ride. While those functional upgrades enhance performance, still other standard features benefit the rider, like a 40-watt Harman-Kardon sound system, full instrumentation, great wind protection, reflector-optic auxiliary lamps, matched key-locking bags, and an optional keyless remote security system. For travel, it’s everything a touring rider needs. The Electra Glide emerged with its electric starter in 1965 as an improvement to the 1958 twin-rear-shock Duo Glide.
Additionally, Electra Glide owners enjoy another exceptional bonus. When it comes to gobbling up miles of road, the Electra Glide Classic certainly offers the extra amenities to make travel less burdensome. The Electra Glide’s relationship between the handlebar grips, seat, and floorboards suit many differently sized riders very well. If anything can upset the ride it’s the FLH’s own rubber-isolated chassis. In some situations, such as a sweeper with some undulations, the big Glide can weave slightly. If you like to ride fast, you may also be disappointed by the Classic’s cornering clearance. By 1,500 rpm it delivers 60 pounds-feet of torque to the rear wheel, and more than 70 pounds-feet between 2,000 and 4,500 rpm. When shifting around 3,000 to 4,000 rpm, engine speed only drops about 500 rpm, keeping the motor within its most abundant power range. Click the transmission into sixth gear and the bike loafs along with a low-rpm drone, providing a relaxing ride. Harley offers bag liners, which allow riders to pack their luggage in separate bags and haul them into a hotel room.
General information | |
| Model: | Harley-Davidson FLHTC Electra Glide Classic |
| Year: | 2008 |
| Category: | Touring |
| Rating: | 66.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
| Price as new (MSRP): | US$ 18695. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement: | 1573.25 ccm (96.00 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | V2, four-stroke |
| Torque: | 125.56 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.6 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM |
| Compression: | 9.2:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 95.3 x 111.3 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Injection |
| Cooling system: | Air |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed |
| Transmission type, final drive: | Belt |
| 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 CO2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Exhaust system: | Chrome, cross-over exhaust with dual mufflers and taper End Caps |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Rake (fork angle): | 26.0° |
| Trail: | 157 mm (6.2 inches) |
| Front tyre dimensions: | 120/70-ZR19 |
| Rear tyre dimensions: | 240/40-R18 |
| Front brakes: | Single disc. Bremo 4-piston calipers |
| Rear brakes: | Single disc. Bremo 4-piston calipers |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight: | 358.8 kg (791.0 pounds) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: | 375.6 kg (828.0 pounds) |
| Seat height: | 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall length: | 2,477 mm (97.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1,613 mm (63.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 22.71 litres (6.00 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Starter: | Electric |
| Color options: | Vivid Black,Pacific Blue Pearl, Pewter Pearl, Crimson Red Sunglo (New), Two-Tone Pacific Blue Pearl/Vivid Black (New), Two-Tone White Gold Pearl/Pewter Pearl, Two-Tone Olive Pearl/Vivid Black |
| Comments: | 40 Watt 4-speaker advanced audio system by Harman/Kardon®; batwing, fork-mounted fairing with full instrumentation; black powder-coated engine with chrome covers; hard saddlebags and King Tour Pak® with chrome accents and 2-position adjustability control ; air-adjustable rear suspension |
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