2008 Harley-Davidson FLSTSB Softail Cross Bones
The new Harley-Davidson FLSTSB Softail Cross Bones cuts the aggressive profile of an authentic custom bobber, but with some dark twists that deliver a wickedly fun and emotional riding experience.
With the retro look of a Springer front end and other post-war era bobber styling cues like a sprung solo seat, half-round rider footboards, Gloss Black round air cleaner cover and chopped front fender, the Softail Cross Bones rides with a Black and Polished Twin Cam 96B powertrain, 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission and truly unique Softail suspension.
As the latest of several Harley-Davidson Dark Customs, Cross Bones melds stripped and chopped custom creativity with rough and raw finishes. Soul mates of the Cross Bones include the Nightster, Night Train, Night Rod Special and Street Bob.
As each Harley-Davidson Softail motorcycle declares its styling independence with exclusive components and inspired craftsmanship, the Cross Bones is a bold addition to an already free-spirited family. Many features of the Cross Bones and other Softails are reminiscent of restless riders of the past, whose defiant attitude resonates with those who march to their own beat in any generation.
Base MSRP $16,795
FLSTSB Cross Bones features:
• Rigid-mount, 1584 cc Twin Cam 96B balanced engine
• 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
• Black powder-coated engine with polished rocker box covers and pushrods and untreated fins
• Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
• Gloss Black painted Springer front end with chrome springs
• Gloss Black mini ape-hanger handlebar
• Straight shot exhaust with chrome slash-cut mufflers
• Adjustable sprung solo seat with leather lacing
• 26.6-inch seat height
• Chopped front fender with striping
• Bobtail rear fender with striping
• Gloss Black cat-eye tank console with new speedometer face
• Gloss Black round air cleaner cover, oil tank and rear fender supports
• Distinctive five-gallon fuel tank with hand-laced leather tank panel and striping
• 200 mm rear tire
• Laced Steel front and rear wheels with Gloss Black painted rims
• Half-round old-school foot boards
• Horseshoe oil tank with Harley-Davidson patent badge
• Optional Smart Security System
SPECIFICATIONS:
2008 harley-davidson® SPECIFICATIONS1 softail® FXSTB Night Train®
Engine
Engine Air-cooled, Twin Cam 96BTM Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves
with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.75 in. x 4.38 in. (95.25 mm x 111.25 mm)
Displacement 96 cu. in. (1584 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.2:1
Fuel System Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Paper, washable
Lubrication System Pressurized, dry-sump
Drivetrain
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratio
Final Drive9 Belt, 32/66 ratio
Clutch 9-plate, wet
Transmission 6-Speed Cruise DriveTM
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
Chassis
Frame Mild steel tubular frame; rectangular section backbone; stamped, cast, and forged junctions; forged fender supports; MIG welded Swingarm Mild steel, round tube sections, forged junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks Black leading link for Springer® model
Rear Shocks Hidden, horizontal-mounted, coil-over
Wheels: Black, Laced Steel
• Front 16 in. x 3.00 in. (406.4 mm x 76.20 mm)
• Rear 17 in. x 6 in. (431.80 mm x 152.40 mm)
Brakes:
• Caliper Type Single-piston front and 2-piston rear
• Rotor Type Patented, uniform expansion rotors
(diameter x width):
• 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 3.80 in. (96.52 mm)
• Rear Wheel 4.30 in. (109.22 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. @ 3100 rpm (114.99 NM @ 3100 rpm)
• Japan 81.60 ft. lbs. @ 2750 rpm (110.65 NM @ 2750 rpm)
Lean Angle (per SAE J1168):
• Right 27.1°
• Left 27.6°
Fuel Economy
(EPA urban/highway test)
35/54 mpg (6.72/4.36 L/100 km)
DIMENSIONS
Length 90.50 in. (2298.70 mm)
Overall Width 38.10 in. (967.74 mm)
Overall Height 52.62 in. (1255 mm)
Seat Height:
• Laden – 26.62 in. (676.28 mm)
• Unladen – 30.19 in. (766.76 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.90 in. (124.46 mm)
Rake (steering head) 32°
Fork Angle 24.2°
Trail 6.30 in. (160.02 mm)
Wheelbase 64.50 in. (1638.30 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and radial blackwall rear):
• Front – D402F MT90B16 72H
• Rear – D407 200/55R17 78V
Fuel Capacity 5 gal. (18.93 L)
(warning light at approximately 1 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 3 qts. (2.84 L)
Transmission Capacity 1 qts. (0.95 L)
Primary Chain
Case Capacity 1 qts. (0.95 L)
WEIGHT
• As Shipped 700 lbs. (317.51 kg)
• In Running Order 737 lbs. (334.30 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1140 lbs. (517.10 kg)
• Gross Axle
Weight Rating
• Front 430 lbs. (195.04 kg)
• Rear 710 lbs. (322.05 kg)
Electric
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating)
Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 19-amp/hour, 270 cca
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
• Tail/Stop Lights 8W/28W (5W/21W)
• Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
• Indicator Lamps: High beam, front fender running lights, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals,
engine diagnostics, security system6 (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warnings
COLORS
Vivid Black, Black Denim, Pewter Denim, Dark Blue Denim, Olive Pearl, Dark Blue Pearl (new)
Warranty
Warranty 24 months (unlimited mileage) Service Interval First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter
- 2009 Harley-Davidson Softail Cross Bones
- 2011 FLSTSB Cross Bones
- 2009 Harley Motorcycle Specs
- 2010 Harley Motorcycle Specs
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