Built around Harley-Davidson's touring motorcycle platform, the 2008 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter utilizes a 1573.3 cc (96 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 125.6 Nm (92.6 lb-ft) at 3,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 95.3 x 111.3 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches) with a 9.2:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide Firefighter measures 386 kg (851 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance. The 22.71-liter (6 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.35 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 522 km (324 miles) between fill-ups.
Theoretical Range
~522 km (324 mi)
Engine
Displacement1573.3 ccm (96.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque125.6 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.6 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke95.3 x 111.3 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI ) Carburetor or Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI )
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Performance
Fuel Consumption4.35 litres/100 km (23.0 km/l or 54.07 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases100.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustChrome, touring cross over duals with taper end caps
Chassis
Rake26.0°
Trail157 mm (6.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre140/75-R17
Rear Tyre200/55-R17
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight369.2 kg (814.0 pounds)
Weight incl.386.0 kg (851.0 pounds)
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
