2008 Harley-Davidson Touring Models a Sweet Way to Ride

Six-Gallon Fuel Tank Extends Range, New Brake System with Available ABS Offered

MILWAUKEE (July 9, 2007) – An all new Braking System with available ABS for all 2008 Harley-Davidson Touring models is among a large list of new features that make this the most luxurious line of long-distance motorcycles ever offered by the Motor Company. All Touring models will also be equipped with a new six-gallon fuel tank, an Isolated Drive System on the rear sprocket, and electronic throttle control. A new, economical electronic cruise control system will be offered as a factory-installed option for each Touring model not equipped with it as standard.

Developed through millions of miles of testing and the input of long-distance riders, the seven models in the 2008 Harley-Davidson Touring line utilize a heavy-duty chassis powered by the rubber-mounted 1584cc Twin Cam 96 V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), mated to the 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission. It’s a powertrain that offers outstanding roll-on throttle performance for passing, as well as relaxed cruising in top gear and improved gas mileage.

For even more performance, the Twin Cam 96 can be upgraded to 103 cubic inches of displacement with the bolt-on Screamin’ Eagle 103 Big Bore kit from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories. All models also feature air-adjustable rear shocks that accommodate variable passenger and luggage loads for long-haul comfort.

For 2008, Harley-Davidson Touring family includes two Road King models that combine outstanding comfort with classic styling, the exciting Road Glide with a frame-mounted fairing, and four Electra Glide models with the traditional Harley-Davidson “batwing” fairing. Each puts the mechanical beauty of an American V-Twin on display and combines long-haul comfort and function with timeless Harley-Davidson styling.

NEW ON TOURING MODELS FOR 2008

• New Brembo Brakes with available Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS): New high-performance Brembo brakes and a factory-installed ABS option are available on all 2008 Touring models. Incorporating the latest in braking technology, the new Harley-Davidson Brembo brakes offer consistent braking and stopping power under all operating conditions. Besides improved brake performance and feel, the Touring motorcycles retain their distinctive Harley-Davidson style. This world class braking system comes to the Touring line with proven capability directly from the VRSC line of performance custom motorcycles. The all-new ABS feature is designed to help the rider maintain control during emergency stopping situations, especially those that happen in less-than-ideal conditions. The components of the Harley-Davidson ABS have been designed and packaged to be virtually invisible, preserving the uncluttered styling of the area around the wheels. Unlike many motorcycle ABS, Harley-Davidson ABS is a manual, independent system, meaning the rider maintains control of how much of each brake is applied.

   

• Larger Fuel Tank: Fuel capacity of all Touring models is increased by 20 percent, from five to six gallons. Combined with the 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission, the larger tank gives Touring models more range than ever before. The new tank also features new console styling with a new fuel range indicator, and also enabled the seat to be reshaped for more comfort.

   

• Electronic Throttle Control: A new Electronic Throttle Control replaces mechanical cables on all Touring models. All wiring from the throttle-grip sensor is routed through the handlebars. The ETC enables the easy upgrade to a new cruise control system, and provides a clean custom look in the handlebar area.

   

• Factory-Option Cruise Control: Available for all models that do not come equipped with cruise control as standard equipment, this new cruise control is offered at a lower price than the previous accessory cruise control system.

   

• Isolated Drive System: Located in the rear sprocket, the Isolated Drive System improves ride quality under accelerations, shifting and cruising while reducing noise and vibration to the rider.

   

• Adjustable Fairing-Mounted Wind Deflectors: The Ultra Classic Electra Glide model has standard adjustable fairing-mounted wind deflectors that improve ride comfort by allowing the rider to direct oncoming wind flow. The wind deflectors can be added to Electra Glide Standard, Street Glide and Electric Glide Classic models as a factory-installed option.

   

• 105th Anniversary Editions: A limited-edition, serialized 105th Anniversary FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide, FLHRC Road King Classic, FLTR Road Glide, and FLHX Street Glide will be available in 2008 (see separate release for details on the 105th Anniversary package).

FLHR Road King
Combining Harley-Davidson styling heritage and long-range riding comfort, the FLHR Road King features a large, detachable windshield and hard-shell saddlebags. A new design brings the handlebar closer to the rider. A chrome Hiawatha headlamp and clear-lens auxiliary passing lights lead the way, while chrome engine covers, a deep-skirted FL front fender and white-stripe tires add a touch of class.

FLHR Road King features:
Rubber mounted 1584cc Twin Cam 96 engine with ESPFI
6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment
NEW Brembo triple-disc brake system
NEW six-gallon fuel tank with new full-length console
NEW fuel range indicator
NEW Electronic Throttle Control
NEW Isolated Drive System
NEW handlebar design
NEW Optional ABS
NEW Optional Electronic Cruise Control
Black nine-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels
White-stripe tires
Large Hiawatha headlight and chrome nacelle
Auxiliary passing lights
Detachable windshield
Large tank-mounted speedometer
Two-piece Touring seat
Weather resistant and lockable GTX nylon hard saddlebags
Optional Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced wheel
Optional Smart Security System

FLHRC Road King Classic
The FLHRC Road King Classic is pure nostalgia. Laced wheels carry wide-whitewall tires. Tooled leather covers the seat and hard-shell saddlebags. Touring features include a large detachable windshield, auxiliary passing lights, and standard cruise control.

FLHRC Road King Classic features:
Rubber mounted 1584cc Twin Cam 96 engine with ESPFI
6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment
NEW Brembo triple-disc brake system
NEW six-gallon fuel tank
NEW fuel range indicator
NEW Electronic Throttle Control
NEW Isolated Drive System
NEW handlebar design
NEW Electronic cruise control
NEW Optional ABS
Chrome Laced Steel wheels
Wide whitewall tires
Large Hiawatha headlight and chrome nacelle
Auxiliary passing lights
Detachable windshield
Large tank-mounted speedometer
Leather-wrapped, hard saddlebags
Tooled leather seat
Chrome tank and fender emblems
Slash-cut mufflers
Optional Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced wheels
Optional Smart Security System

FLHX Street Glide
A custom for the long haul, the FLHX Street Glide offers the comfort and function of a dresser with stripped-down styling. Lowered rear suspension, a smoked mini-wind deflector, and Tri-line LED lighting at the bottom of the rear fender gives the Street Glide a low, lean profile. A traditional “bat wing” fairing holds a 40-watt Advanced Audio System by Harman/Kardon, while a new, shorter antenna streamlines the look. A new stretched, chrome fuel tank console and Streamliner footboards, brake pedal and passenger pegs finish the custom treatment.

FLHX Street Glide features:
Rubber mounted 1584cc Twin Cam 96 engine with ESPFI
6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment
NEW Brembo triple-disc brake system
NEW six-gallon fuel tank
NEW fuel range indicator
NEW Electronic Throttle Control
NEW Isolated Drive System
NEW Improved battery access
NEW shorter rear antenna
NEW Optional ABS
NEW Optional Electronic Cruise Control
Black Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum wheels
Blackwall tires
Batwing fork-mounted fairing
Smoked mini wind deflector
Fairing-mounted rear view mirrors
Custom bucket seat with perforated insert Silver face gauges
40-watt CD/AM/FM/WB/MP3 Advanced Audio System by Harman/Kardon
GTX Nylon hard saddlebags with color-matched latches
Clean front fender
Smoked chrome 3-D tank emblem
Streamliner footboards, brake pedal and passenger pegs
Low Profile rear suspension
Rear fender ground effects
Low-hung license plate mount and hidden plate illuminator
Optional Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced wheels
Optional Smart Security System

FLTR Road Glide
The FLTR Road Glide features an aerodynamic, “shark nose” frame-mounted fairing that reduces weight on the fork and handlebars. A black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment and black nine-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels and a black-and-chrome engine are new for 2008. Hard-shell saddlebags, electronic cruise control, and the 40-watt Advanced Audio System by Harman/Kardon are standard equipment. Dual covered headlamps, back-slash muffler tips, and slashing graphics give the Road Glide rakish style.

FLTR Road Glide features:
Rubber mounted 1584cc Twin Cam 96 engine with ESPFI
6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
NEW Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment
NEW Brembo triple-disc brake system
NEW six-gallon fuel tank
NEW Electronic Throttle Control
NEW Isolated Drive System
NEW Improved battery access
NEW shorter rear antenna
NEW Black Nine-Spoke Cast Aluminum wheels
NEW Optional ABS
Blackwall tires
Triple Circuit Damping (TCD) front forks
Frame-mounted, aerodynamic fairing
Dual clear-lens, reflector-optics headlights
Cockpit-style instrumentation with silver face gauges
40-watt CD/AM/FM/WB/MP3 Advanced Audio System by Harman/Kardon
GTX Nylon hard saddlebags with color-matched latches
Clean front fender
One-piece, two-up Road Glide Classic seat
Electronic cruise control
Optional Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced wheels
Optional Smart Security System

FLHT Electra Glide Standard
The FLHT Electra Glide Standard offers key touring features, including locking hard saddlebags, fork-mounted touring fairing with instrumentation, and auxiliary lamps, in an economical package that can also serve as an open canvas for customization.

FLHT Electra Glide Standard features:
Rubber mounted 1584cc Twin Cam 96 engine with ESPFI
6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
NEW Brembo triple-disc brake system
NEW six-gallon fuel tank
NEW Electronic Throttle Control
NEW Isolated Drive System
NEW Improved battery access
NEW Optional ABS
NEW Optional Electronic Cruise Control
Black nine-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels
Blackwall tires
Triple Circuit Damping (TCD) front forks
Bat-wing, fork-mounted fairing
Fairing-mounted speedometer and tachometer
Clear-lens reflector-optics auxiliary lamps
Locking GTX nylon alloy saddlebags
One-piece, two-up Electra Glide comfort-stitch touring saddle
Optional Smart Security System

FLHTC Electra Glide Classic
A step up in features, the FLHTC Electra Glide Classic adds an adjustable Tour-Pak and passenger seating area, 40-watt Advanced Audio System by Harman/Kardon, and full engine instrumentation, plus additional fender and saddlebag trim, for beyond-the-basics touring comfort and versatility.

FLHTC Electra Glide Classic features:
Rubber mounted 1584cc Twin Cam 96 engine with ESPFI
6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment
NEW Brembo triple-disc brake system
NEW six-gallon fuel tank
NEW Electronic Throttle Control
NEW Isolated Drive System
NEW Improved battery access
NEW Optional ABS
NEW Optional Electronic Cruise Control
Black 9-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels
White stripe tires
Triple Circuit Damping (TCD) front forks
Bat-wing, fork-mounted fairing Full instrumentation
40-watt Advanced Audio System by Harman/Kardon
Clear-lens reflector-optics auxiliary lamps
Locking GTX nylon alloy saddlebags
Fiberglass adjustable King Tour-Pak with passenger backrest
One-piece, two-up Electra Glide comfort-stitch touring saddle
Optional Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced wheels
Optional Smart Security System

FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide
The FLHTCU Ultra Classic is a luxurious motorcycle fully-equipped with touring amenities. New for 2008 are adjustable fairing-mounted wind deflectors that allow the rider to direct ventilation to the seating areas for enhanced comfort. Electronic Cruise control, 80-watt Advanced Audio System by Harman/Kardon with passenger sound system, vented fairing lowers, luggage liners, and CB radio/intercom are all standard equipment.

FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide features:
Rubber mounted 1584cc Twin Cam 96 engine with ESPFI
6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment
NEW Brembo triple-disc brake system with ABS
NEW six-gallon fuel tank
NEW Electronic Throttle Control
NEW Isolated Drive System
NEW Improved battery access
NEW Optional ABS
NEW adjustable fairing-mounted wind deflector
Vented lower fairings with integrated storage compartments
Black nine-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels
White stripe tires
Triple Circuit Damping (TCD) front forks
Bat-wing, fork-mounted fairing
Full instrumentation
80-watt Advanced Audio System by Harman/Kardon
40-watt CB radio and intercom system
Clear-lens reflector-optics auxiliary lamps
Locking GTX nylon alloy saddlebags
Fiberglass adjustable King Tour-Pak with passenger backrest
Custom-fit soft luggage liners
Tour-Pak mounted tail/stop light
One-piece, two-up Electra Glide comfort-stitch touring saddle
Cruise control
Optional Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced wheels
Optional Smart Security System