Cruisers

2008Harley-Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic

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The 2008 Harley-Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic is a nostalgic cruiser with studded leather bags and a windscreen. Its air-cooled 1,584cc Twin Cam 96B V-twin makes 119.2 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and belt drive. A low 696 mm seat, 340.2 kg wet weight and 18.9-litre tank suit relaxed touring.

Capacity: 1584.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 328.9 kg
Seat height: 696 mm
Power: Not on record
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering30%

City riding45%

Daily riding60%

Touring75%

Two-up75%

Track10%

Best for: Built for laid-back boulevard cruising and classic-styled long-distance touring rather than speed or sport riding.
Built for: A traditional, heavyweight American cruiser with big V-twin torque, classic styling, and a relaxed, unhurried riding character.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders wanting sharp cornering ability, high-speed performance, or any off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 696mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Harley-Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1584.0 ccm
Torque: 119.2 Nm (12.2 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Bore x stroke: 95.3 x 111.3 mm
Compression: 9.2:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 2
Lubrication system: Dry-sump
Power: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1638 mm
Overall length: 2400 mm
Overall width: 955 mm
Overall height: 1402 mm
Seat height: 696 mm
Dry weight: 328.9 kg
Wet weight: 340.2 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.90 litres
Ground clearance: 130 mm
Oil capacity: 3.10 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Mild steel tubular frame; rectangular section backbone;
Front suspension: 41.3mm telescopic, 'beer can' covers
Rear suspension: Hidden, horizontal-mounted, coil-over
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rear wheel travel: 109 mm
Rake (fork angle): 32.0°
Trail: 147 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 292 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 292 mm
Front tyre: MT90-B16
Rear tyre: 150/80-B16

Other

Color options: Vivid black, black cherry pearl, deep cobalt pearl, pewter pearl (new), white gold pearl (new), two-tone suede blue pearl and vivid black (new), two-tone black cherry pearl and pewter pearl (new), two-tone fire red pearl and black pearl (new), two-tone de

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2000	2003	2006	2008	2009	2012
Capacity	1449 cc	1449 cc	1442 cc	1584 cc	1584 cc	1688 cc
Dry weight	335 kg	335 kg	326 kg	329 kg	326 kg	331 kg
Seat height	644 mm	697 mm	648 mm	696 mm	697 mm	648 mm
Fuel capacity	19 L	19.7 L	18.9 L	18.9 L	18.9 L	18.9 L