Built around Harley-Davidson's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2008 Harley-Davidson FXSTSSE Screamin´ Eagle Softail Springer pairs a 1584 cc (96.7 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 123.4 Nm (91 lb-ft) at 3,125 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 95.3 x 111.1 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches) with a 9.2:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the FXSTSSE Screamin´ Eagle Softail Springer measures 325 kg (717 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,635 mm (64.4 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 18.9-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Engine
Displacement1584.0 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Torque123.4 Nm (12.6 kgf-m or 91.0 ft.lbs) @ 3125 RPM
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke95.3 x 111.1 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
ExhaustChrome, cross-over duals
Chassis
Rake32.0°
Wheelbase1635 mm (64.4 inches)
Ground Clearance125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-21
Rear Tyre150/80-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight325.0 kg (716.5 pounds)
Overall Length2400 mm (94.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity18.90 litres (4.99 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Notes
From HD´s Custom Vehicle Operation (CVO). Only 2500 units sold.
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Torque
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
