At the heart of the 2008 Harley-Davidson FLHT Electra Glide Standard touring motorcycle, Harley-Davidson relies on a 1573.3 cc (96 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 95.3 x 111.3 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches) with a 9.2:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the FLHT Electra Glide Standard measures 353.8 kg (780 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, 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 paired with a rated consumption of 4.35 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 522 km (324 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 1999 to 2010, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~522 km (324 mi)
Engine
Displacement1573.3 ccm (96.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke95.3 x 111.3 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Performance
Fuel Consumption4.35 litres/100 km (23.0 km/l or 54.07 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases100.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustChrome, cross-over exhaust w/ dual mufflers and taper End Caps
Chassis
Rake26.0°
Trail157 mm (6.2 inches)
Wheelbase1613 mm (63.5 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR19
Rear Tyre240/40-R18
Front BrakesSingle disc. Bremo 4-piston calipers
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Bremo 4-piston calipers
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight337.0 kg (743.0 pounds)
Weight incl.353.8 kg (780.0 pounds)
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2380 mm (93.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsVivid Black, Pacific Blue Pearl, Crimson Red Sunglo
Notes
Bat wing, fork-mounted fairing with integrated instrumentation; silver powder-coated engine with polished covers; GTX-Nylon alloy lockable hard saddlebags; comfort-stitched touring saddle; air-adjustable rear suspension;
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
