2011 Big Dog Coyote Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2011 Big Dog Coyote custom - cruiser motorcycle, Big Dog features a 1917 cc (117 cu in) v2, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 104.8 x 111.1 mm (4.1 x 4.4 inches) with a 9.6:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Coyote measures 300.3 kg (662 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 622 mm (24.5 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,969 mm (77.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 14.4-liter (3.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Big Dog archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2009 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
622 mm (24.5 in)
Engine
Displacement1917.0 ccm (116.98 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine Details45 degree V-Twin
Compression9.6:1
Bore x Stroke104.8 x 111.1 mm (4.1 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Driveline6-speed BDM balance drive
Chassis
Rake39.0°
Trail122 mm (4.8 inches)
Front Suspension41 mm Telescopic fork
Rear SuspensionHidden shocks
Wheelbase1969 mm (77.5 inches)
Ground Clearance114 mm (4.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front TyreMH90-21
Rear Tyre250/40-R18
Front BrakesSingle disc. 4-piston diff bore
Rear BrakesSingle disc. 4-piston
WheelsPolished billet wheels
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight300.3 kg (662.0 pounds)
Seat Height622 mm (24.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
