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MotoLibrary Score
76/100High Performance
Torque
138 Nm
Engine
1688 ccm
Technical Overview
2008 Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2008 Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Fire Rescue touring motorcycle, Harley-Davidson features a 1688 cc (103 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 138.3 Nm (102 lb-ft) at 2,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 98.6 x 111.3 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches) with a 9.6:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the FLHP Road King Fire Rescue measures 351.5 kg (775 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 693 mm (27.3 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,613 mm (63.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 22.71-liter (6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Standover Height
693 mm (27.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1688.0 ccm (103.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque138.3 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 102.0 ft.lbs) @ 2500 RPM
Compression9.6:1
Bore x Stroke98.6 x 111.3 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
