2009 Big Dog Wolf Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Big Dog for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2009 Big Dog Wolf pairs a 1976 cc (120.6 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 108.0 x 108.0 mm (4.3 x 4.3 inches) with a 9.9:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Wolf measures 349 kg (769 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 17-liter (4.5 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
Displacement1976.0 ccm (120.58 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression9.9:1
Bore x Stroke108.0 x 108.0 mm (4.3 x 4.3 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. EFI
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel
Rake40.0°
Trail148 mm (5.8 inches)
Front Suspension41 mm Telescopic Sleeved
Wheelbase1969 mm (77.5 inches)
Ground Clearance114 mm (4.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/60-R23
Rear Tyre220/50-R20
Front BrakesSingle disc. 4-piston diff bore
Rear BrakesSingle disc. 4-piston drive side
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight349.0 kg (769.4 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.
