Sport · 1904
X8
MotoLibrary Score
36 /100 Commuter
Top Speed
56 km/h
Engine
494 ccm
Technical Overview
1904 Harley-Davidson X8 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Harley-Davidson's sport motorcycle lineup, the 1904 Harley-Davidson X8 relies on a 494 cc (30.1 cu in) air-cooled engine powerplant.
Engine
Displacement 494.00 ccm (30.14 cubic inches)
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Fuel System Carburettor
Ignition Magneto
Lubrication Total-loss / mechanical pump splash lubrication
Cooling Air
Transmission
Final Drive Belt
Driveline Belt final drive
Performance
Top Speed 56.0 km/h (34.8 mph)
Chassis
Front Suspension Girder / leading-link sprung fork
Rear Suspension Rigid hardtail frame
Wheels & Brakes
Wheels Spoked
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Single spring-mounted
Service & Fluids
Engine Oil SAE 40 / SAE 50 mineral motorcycle oil
Other
Starter Kick
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