Built around Harley-Davidson's touring motorcycle platform, the 2012 Harley-Davidson FLTRU Road Glide Ultra utilizes a 1688 cc (103 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. 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 FLTRU Road Glide Ultra measures 402.8 kg (888 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 5.6 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 406 km (252 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2011 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~406 km (252 mi)
Engine
Displacement1688.0 ccm (103.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsAir-cooled Twin Cam 103™ with Integrated Oil-Cooler
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 Consumption5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases129.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustChrome, 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers
Chassis
Frame TypeMild steel; tubular frame; two-piece stamped and welded backbone; cast and forged junctions; twin downtubes; bolt-on rear frame with forged fender supports; MIG welded
Rake26.0°
Trail170 mm (6.7 inches)
Front Suspension41.3 mm telescopic, triple circuit damping
Seat Height693 mm (27.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2507 mm (98.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsVivid Black, Big Blue Pearl, Ember Red Sunglo
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, 19-amp/hour, 270 cca
Warranty24 months, unlimited mileage.
Notes
Sidecar option. Windshield. Injection-molded GTX saddlebags; 2.26 cu. ft. volume.
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
