Engineered by Harley-Davidson for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG Tri Glide Ultra Classic relies on a 1688 cc (103 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 135.6 Nm (100 lb-ft) at 3,250 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 98.4 x 111.3 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches) with a 9.6:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the FLHTCUTG Tri Glide Ultra Classic measures 403.2 kg (889 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 693 mm (27.3 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,613 mm (63.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 22.71-liter (6 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6.19 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 367 km (228 miles) between fill-ups.
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.
Torque135.6 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 100.0 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM
Compression9.6:1
Bore x Stroke98.4 x 111.3 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
LubricationPressurized, dry-sump with oil cooler
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
DrivelinePrimary drive chain, 34/46 ratio. Final Drive Belt, 32/68 ratio
Performance
Fuel Consumption6.19 litres/100 km (16.2 km/l or 38.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases143.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustChrome, 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers
Chassis
Frame TypeMild steel, square-section backbone with twin downtubes
Rake26.0°
Trail170 mm (6.7 inches)
Front Suspension41.3 mm telescopic, triple circuit damping
Front Travel117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionAir-adjustable shocks.
Rear Travel76 mm (3.0 inches)
Wheelbase1613 mm (63.5 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/80-NW17
Rear Tyre205/65-P15
Front BrakesDouble disc. 4-piston calipers
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. 4-piston caliper.
Rear Brake Ø228 mm (9.0 inches)
WheelsBlack, 7-spoke Cast Aluminum
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight386.5 kg (852.0 pounds)
Weight incl.403.2 kg (889.0 pounds)
Seat Height693 mm (27.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2504 mm (98.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsVivid Black, Ember Red Sunglo/Merlot Sunglo, Big Blue Pearl/Vivid Black
InstrumentsFairing-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer; time-of-day clock on CD player/stereo; dual trip meter; low fuel indicator light and mileage countdown feature; low oil pressure indicator light; engine diagnostics readout; LED indicator lights; 6-speed indicator light; cruise control indicator light; tachometer with fuel, voltage, oil pressure and ambient air temperature gauges
ElectricalSealed, maintenance-free battery, 12V, 28-amp/hour, 370 cca
Warranty2 years, unlimited mileage.
Notes
3 wheels. Lever actuated dual parking brake. Electric reverse actuated by handlebar mounted hand controls.
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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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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
