2009 Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS2 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Boss Hoss for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2009 Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS2 relies on a 6000 cc (366.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v8, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 425 HP (310.2 kW) at 5,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 576.3 Nm (425.1 lb-ft) at 5,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 70.8 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the BHC-3 LS2 measures 528.4 kg (1165 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.8 HP/kg (1.24 kg per horsepower). The 32.17-liter (8.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Boss Hoss archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2008 to 2009, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
70.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.8 HP/kg (1.24 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement6000.0 ccm (366.12 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV8, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV8, four-stroke
Power425.0 HP (310.2 kW)) @ 5250 RPM
Torque576.3 Nm (58.8 kgf-m or 425.1 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM
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Weight
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Suspension
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Transmission
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