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Old Dec 1, 2010 | 07:37 AM
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what are the problems with 2008 road king classics?
 
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Old Dec 1, 2010 | 08:22 AM
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The biggest problem is that they aren't EVO Roadkings.
 
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Old Dec 1, 2010 | 08:51 AM
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No sir, you are mistaken.... The biggest problem with 08 RK's is that they do not have the 09's better frame and wider rear tire
 
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Old Dec 1, 2010 | 11:48 AM
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No sir, you are mistaken.... The biggest problem with 08 RK's is that they do not have the 09's better frame and wider rear tire
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Welcome to the forum. A little bit of advice- you could use a more descriptive title in your post. Also, try posting in the touring section.
 
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Old Dec 1, 2010 | 12:48 PM
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what are the problems with 2008 road king classics?
Absolutely nothing wrong with the 08 line. Had a fuel filter shell recall, but that was about it. Don't listen to these *****-nillies telling you the new frame is all that and a bag of chips
 
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Absolutely nothing wrong with the 08 line. Had a fuel filter shell recall, but that was about it. Don't listen to these *****-nillies telling you the new frame is all that and a bag of chips
But it is "all that, a bag of chips" and a 6 pack. But then again, I own one with the newer frame and never owned an '08' so what do I know.
 
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Absolutely nothing wrong with the 08 line. Had a fuel filter shell recall, but that was about it. Don't listen to these *****-nillies telling you the new frame is all that and a bag of chips
Exactly. And for someone who really wants a good handling touring Harley, there are upgrades you can do to both the older and newer bikes that will make them handle better than any of the stock bikes.

I like the 08 Road Kings, personally, with the exception of the TBW, which I don't really love. I'd like the extra gallon in the gas tank, but I like the way the 5 gallon tank looks, so for me, that's kind of a wash.
 
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I have a 2008 Road King for three years and love it. No problems at all!! It is a great bike.
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