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FLTRXSE CVO Road Glide Custom

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Torque
165 Nm
Engine
1803 ccm

2012 Harley-Davidson FLTRXSE CVO Road Glide Custom Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Harley-Davidson's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2012 Harley-Davidson FLTRXSE CVO Road Glide Custom utilizes a 1802.7 cc (110 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 165.4 Nm (122 lb-ft) at 3,750 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 101.6 x 111.3 mm (4.0 x 4.4 inches) with a 9.2:1 compression ratio.

On the scales, the FLTRXSE CVO Road Glide Custom measures 383.3 kg (845 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 676 mm (26.6 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 supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Standover Height
676 mm (26.6 in)
Engine
Displacement 1802.7 ccm (110.00 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details Air-cooled, Twin Cam 110™
Torque 165.4 Nm (16.9 kgf-m or 122.0 ft.lbs) @ 3750 RPM
Compression 9.2:1
Bore x Stroke 101.6 x 111.3 mm (4.0 x 4.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel System Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Lubrication Pressurized, dry-sump with oil cooler
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Belt (final drive)
Clutch Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Driveline Primary drive chain, 34/46 ratio. Final Drive Belt, 32/68 ratio
Performance
Exhaust Chrome dual exhaust with 4in. touring mufflers and muffler shields
Chassis
Frame Type Mild steel; tubular frame, two-piece stamped and welded backbone; cast and forged junctions; twin down tubes; bolt-on rear frame with forged fender supports; MIG welded
Rake 26.0°
Trail 170 mm (6.7 inches)
Front Suspension 41.3 mm telescopic with blow-by valve
Front Travel 117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear Suspension Hydraulic, adjustable
Rear Travel 51 mm (2.0 inches)
Wheelbase 1613 mm (63.5 inches)
Ground Clearance 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 130/60-B19
Rear Tyre 180/55-B18
Front Brakes Double disc. 4-piston calipers. ABS.
Front Brake Ø 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. 4-piston caliper. ABS.
Rear Brake Ø 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Wheels Contrast Chrome Agitator Custom Wheels
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 366.1 kg (807.0 pounds)
Weight incl. 383.3 kg (845.0 pounds)
Seat Height 676 mm (26.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2443 mm (96.2 inches)
Fuel Capacity 22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts)
Other
Color Options White Gold Pearl/Starfire Black with Real Smoke graphics, Maple Metallic/Vivid Black with Real Smoke graphics, Candy Cobalt/Twilight Blue with Real Smoke graphics
Instruments Diamond cut finish, fairing mounted electronic speedometer with odometer with resettable trip meter, fuel range countdown, engine diagnostic read-out, 2 in. voltmeter and oil pressure diamond cut gauges, diamond cut tachometer
Electrical Sealed, maintenance-free battery,
Light 55-watt low beam, 120-watt high beam
Warranty 2 years, unlimited mileage.
Notes

Injection-molded, extended hard saddlebags; colormatched rear fascia with LED brake/turn lights. CVO is ab abbreviation of HD´s Custom Vehicle Operations.

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Seat Height
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