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Harley-Davidson FLHRSE Screamin` Eagle Road King - 2008 Specifications and Reviews

The 2008 Harley-Davidson FLHRSE Screamin' Eagle Road King is a premium touring cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking performance and style. Powered by a fuel-injected 1802cc V-twin engine producing 147 Nm of torque, this model excels at highway cruising with comfortable ergonomics and classic chrome aesthetics. Known for its aggressive Screamin' Eagle performance enhancements and distinctive slash-cut dual exhausts, it represents the pinnacle of Harley's touring lineup.

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General information

CategoryTouring
Year2008
ModelHarley-Davidson FLHRSE Screamin` Eagle Road King
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Exhaust systemChrome, touring cross-over duals with slash-up end caps
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Transmission type,final driveBelt
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemAir
Fuel controlDOHC
Fuel systemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Compression9.2:1
Torque147.00 Nm (15.0 kgf-m or 108.4 ft.lbs) @ 3700
Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Capacity:1802.69 ccm (110.00 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS
Rear tyre dimensions170/60-17
Front tyre dimensions130/70-18
Rake (fork angle)26.0°
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity22.71 litres (6.00 gallons)
Wheelbase1,610 mm (63.4 inches)
Ground clearance119 mm (4.7 inches)
Overall length2,390 mm (94.1 inches)
Dry weight342.0 kg (754.0 pounds)

Other specs

Color options105th Anniversary Crystal Copper/Black Diamond , Twilight Blue/Candy Cobalt with Ghost Flame graphics, Black Diamond/Silver Dust with Ghost Flame graphics
StarterElectric

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⚠ Safety Recalls (2)

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID Jan 2018 · 18V076000

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all 2008-2011 Touring, CVO Touring and VSRC motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS), including Road King (FLHR), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHP), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHPE), Electra Glide Standard Police (EFI) (FLHTP), Electra Glide Classic (EFI) (FLHTC), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (EFI) (FLHTCU) and Street Glide (EFI) (FLHX), 2008 VROD (VRSCAWA), CVO Road King 4 (FLHRSE4), Night Rod (VRSCDA), CVO Ultra Classic 3 (FLHTCUSE3), Night Rod Special (VRSCDXA), 2008-2010 Road King Classic (EFI) (FLHRC), 2008-2009 Road Glide (EFI) (FLTR) and Electra Glide Standard (EFI) (FLHT), 2009-2010 V-Rod (VRSCAW), 2009 CVO Ultra Classic (FLHTCUSE4) and CVO Road Glide 3 (FLTRSE3), 2009-2011 Night Rod Special (VRSCDX) and V-Rod Muscle (VRSCF), 2010 CVO Ultra Classic 5 (FLHTCUSE5) and CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), 2010-2011 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (FLHTK) and Road Glide Custom (FLTRX), 2011 Road Glide Ultra 103 (FLTRU103), Street Glide 103 (FLHX103), Road King Classic 103 (FLHRC103), CVO Ultra Classic 6 (FLHTCUSE6), CVO Road Glide Ultra (FLTRUSE), Road Glide Custom 103 (FLTRX103), and CVO Street Glide 2 (FLHXSE2) motorcycles. Deposits may form on components within the brake system if the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period of time beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule specified in the OwnerÂ’s Manual.

Risk: These deposits may cause a valve within the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit to stick, reducing braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush the entire brake system with new Platinum Label DOT 4 brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0171.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP Jul 2008 · 08V357000

HARLEY DAVIDSON IS RECALLING 47,579 MY 2008 FLHP, FLHPE, FLHR, FLHRC, FLHRSE4, FLHT, FLHTC, FLHTCU, FLHTCUSE3, FLHTP, FLHX, AND FLTR MOTORCYCLES. THESE MOTORCYCLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CRACKING OF THE FUEL FILTER SHELL LEADING TO LOSS OF FUEL PRESSURE. THIS LOSS OF FUEL PRESSURE CAN CAUSE DIMINISHED PERFORMANCE AND, IN SOME CASES, MAY CAUSE AN ENGINE STALL OR A NO-START CONDITION.

Risk: THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO A CRASH WHICH COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILTER SHELL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY DAVIDSON AT 1-414-343-4056.

Source: NHTSA. View all Harley-Davidson recalls →