Built around Harley-Davidson's allround motorcycle platform, the 2009 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG Tri Glide Ultra Classic features a 1584 cc (96.7 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 131 Nm (96.6 lb-ft), 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 111.1 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches) with a 9.2:1 compression ratio.
The 22.71-liter (6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2009 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Engine
Displacement1584.0 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque131.0 Nm (13.4 kgf-m or 96.6 ft.lbs)
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke95.3 x 111.1 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. ESPFI
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchWet, multiplate
Performance
Exhaust2-1-2 exhaust system
Chassis
Front SuspensionTriple Circuit Damping (TCD) front forks
Front Travel117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionAir-adjustable
Rear Travel76 mm (3.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/80-B17
Rear Tyre180/65-B16
Front BrakesDouble disc. Brembo
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesDouble disc. Hayes Brake dual-disc rear brake system with integrated park brake
Rear Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Fuel Capacity22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Notes
Three-wheel specific frame. Optional electric reverse. Rear luggage trunk.
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Torque
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.