2008 Harley-Davidson FXCW Rocker

The Rocker replicates authentic hard-tail styling, but has a hidden twist. The Rockertail rear end mounts a broad expanse of rear-fender sheetmetal directly to the swing arm, just an inch over a massive 240 mm x 18-inch rear tire. When the Rocker rolls, the rear fender and wheel move together as the Rockertail glides through 3.4 inches of travel. The solo saddle is just 24.5 inches off the ground. Forward controls and independent V-Bar handlebars put the rider in a fists-forward position. Brilliant paint on the sheetmetal contrasts with a new Satin Stainless Metallic powdercoat finish on the fork lowers, triple clamps, headlamp, handlebar riser, tank console, swing arm, turn signal housings, hand controls, belt guard, oil tank and engine trim. The frame is custom color-matched to the bodywork. The new Stop/Turn/Tail lights incorporate the stop and tail lamp functions with the rear turn indicators, eliminating the traditional tail lamp from the rear fender. (See separate release for more details on the Rocker).

Base MSRP $17,295

FXCW Rocker features:
• Rigid-mount, 1584cc Twin Cam 96B balanced engine
• 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
• Silver powdercoated engine with Satin Stainless Metallic powdercoat covers
• Chrome Shorty Dual exhaust with new slash bend
• Finned cast-aluminum, horseshoe oil tank
• 240mm-18 rear / 90mm-19 front tire
• Satin Stainless Metallic powdercoat Cast Aluminum Tapered Five Spoke 19-inch front/18-inch rear wheels
• Rockertail rear section
• Stretched fuel tank with recessed medallion
• Solo saddle
• V-Bar handlebars on five-inch curved risers
• Console-mounted Speed Shop speedometer
• Satin Stainless Metallic powdercoat fork lowers, oil tank, headlamp bucket, swingarm and other components
• Integrated LED rear turn indicators/tail/brake lamps
• Color-matched frame
• Vivid Black paint with pinstripe flames option
• Optional Smart Security System

SPECIFICATIONS:
2008 harley-davidson® SPECIFICATIONS1 softail® FXCW Softail® Rocker™

ENGINE
Engine Air-cooled, Twim Cam 96B™
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic,
self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.75 in. (95.25 mm) x 4.38 in. (111.25 mm)
Displacement 96 cu. in. (1584 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.2:1
Fuel System Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Fiber element, washable
Lubrication System Pressurized, dry-sump

DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 32/66 ratio
Clutch 9-plate, wet
Transmission 6-Speed Cruise Drive™
Gear Ratios (overall): U.S. HDI JPN
• 1st 9.312 9.312 9.030
• 2nd 6.421 6.421 6.226
• 3rd 4.774 4.774 4.630
• 4th 3.926 3.926 3.807
• 5th 3.279 3.279 3.179
• 6th 2.790 2.790 2.706

CHASIS
Frame Mild steel, tubular frame; rectangular section backbone; stamped,
cast, and forged junctions; forged fender supports; MIG welded
Swing Arm Mild steel, elliptical tube sections, forged junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks 49 mm telescopic
Rear Shocks Hidden, horizontal-mounted, coil-over
Wheels: Painted 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum
• Front 19 in. x 2.15 in. (482.60 mm x 54.61 mm)
• Rear 18 in. x 8 in. (457.20 mm x 203.20 mm)
Brakes:
• Caliper Type 4-piston front and 2-piston rear
• Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, uniform expansion rotors
• Front 11.50 in. x .20 in. (292.10 mm x 5.08 mm)
• Rear 11.50 in. x .23 in. (292.10 mm x 5.84 mm)
Suspension Travel:
• Front Wheel 5 in. (127 mm)
• Rear Wheel 3.40 in. (86.36 mm)

PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque (per SAE J1349):
• North America 87.90 ft. lbs. @ 2750 rpm (119.19 NM @ 2750 rpm)
• World 84.80 ft. lbs. @ 3200 rpm (114.99 NM @ 3200 rpm)
• Japan 81.60 ft. lbs. @ 2750 rpm (110.65 NM @ 2750 rpm)
Lean Angle (per SAE J1168): Right: 32.5° Left: 29.5°
Fuel Economy(EPA urban/highway test): 35/54 mpg (6.72/4.36 L /100 km)

DIMENSIONS
Length 95 in. (2413 mm)
Overall Width 35.10 in. (891.54 mm)
Overall Height 46 in. (1168.40 mm)
Seat Height:
• Laden 24.50 in. (622.30 mm)
• Unladen 26.20 in. (665.48 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.10 in. (129.54 mm)
Rake (steering head) 36.5°
Fork Angle 37.5°
Trail 6.20 in. (157.48 mm)
Wheelbase 69.20 in. (1757.68 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson® Series, bias blackwall front and radial blackwall rear):
• Front – D407 90/90-19
• Rear – D407 240/40R18
Fuel Capacity (warning light at approximately 1 gal.) 5 gal. (18.93 L)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 3.50 qts. (3.31 L)
Transmission Capacity 1 qts. (0.95 L)
Primary Chain Case Capacity 1 qts. (0.95 L)

WEIGHT
• As Shipped 660.90 lbs. (299.78 kg)
• In Running Order 690.70 lbs. (313.30 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1175 lbs. (532.97 kg)
Gross Axle Weight Rating:
• Front 415 lbs. (188.24 kg)
• Rear 760 lbs. (344.73 kg)

ELECTRIC
Battery Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 19-amp/hour, 270 cca
(per Battery Council International Rating)
Charging Three-Phase, 38-amp system
(439W @ 13V, 2000 rpm, 489W max power @ 13V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
• Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
• Stop/Turn/Tail Lights Integrated LED
• Front Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
• Indicator Lamps High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals,
engine diagnostics, 6-speed, low fuel warnings, security system (optional)

STYLING/CONVENIENCE
Exhaust System Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers
Fenders and Supports
• Front Sport fender with painted brace supports
• Rear 240 low profile fender
Foot Supports and Controls
• Rider Forward-mounted footpegs with brake & shift levers
Handlebar Style Stainless steel, pull-back
Fork Lock Common with ignition key
Hazard Warning Integrated into turn signal controls
Smart Security System Next-generation hands-free security fob;
operates based on proximity to vehicle

COLORS
Vivid Black, Vivid Black Deluxe (new), Pacific Blue Pearl, Crimson Red Sunglo (new)

WARANTY
Warranty 24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service Interval First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter 1 Vehicles depicted may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Specifications and prices listed may differ from specifications and prices of vehicles manufactured and delivered. All product descriptions (including depictions, specifications, dimensions, measurements, ratings and competitive comparisons) are based on available information at the time of publication. Although such descriptions are believed correct, errors and changes can occur and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Harley-Davidson may make changes at any time to prices and specifications, and may change or discontinue models, without notice and without incurring any obligation.

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