Engineered by Boss Hoss for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2009 Boss Hoss BHC-9 LS3 Trike features a 6200 cc (378.3 cu in) liquid-cooled v8, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 445 HP (324.8 kW) at 5,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 603.4 Nm (445.1 lb-ft) at 4,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 71.8 HP per liter and a 1,000 rpm working window between peak torque (4,750 rpm) and peak power (5,750 rpm), 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-9 LS3 Trike measures 660 kg (1455 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.67 HP/kg (1.48 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 3 indexed model years from 2009 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
71.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.67 HP/kg (1.48 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
4,750–5,750 rpm
Engine
Displacement6200.0 ccm (378.32 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV8, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV8, four-stroke
Power445.0 HP (324.8 kW)) @ 5750 RPM
Torque603.4 Nm (61.5 kgf-m or 445.1 ft.lbs) @ 4750 RPM
Compression10.7:1
Fuel SystemInjection. Multi-port
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Performance
Exhaust2.5 inch with dual mufflers
Chassis
Rake33.0°
Front SuspensionInverted forks, 63 mm, adjustable preload,
Rear SuspensionDual 13.0 inch coilover shocks, adjustable preload
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Transmission
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