Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG Tri Glide Ultra Classic

Harley-Davidson Tri Glide
Manufacturer	Harley-Davidson
Also called	FLHTCUTG Tri Glide Ultra Classic, Tri Glide Ultra Classic 110th Anniversary, Tri Glide Ultra Classic, 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra, Tri Glide Ultra
Production	2009
Engine	Four stroke, Twin Cam 103™ Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters: two valves per cylinder
Compression ratio	10.0:1
Ignition	Single-fire, non-wasted, map-controlled spark ignition
Transmission	6 Speed
Frame	Mild steel, square-section backbone with twin downtubes Swingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube sections with plate junctions; MIG welded
Suspension	Front: 41.3 mm telescopic, triple-circuit damping, Rear: Air-adjustable
Brakes	Front: 2 x 300mm disc, 4 piston caliper Rear: 2 x 229mm disc, 1 piston caliper
Front Tire	MT90B16 72H
Rear Tire	2x P205/65R15
Wheelbase	1670 mm / 65.8 in.
Seat Height	Unladen 720 mm / 28.3 in
Weight	545 kg / 1202 lbs (dry), 560 kg / 1235 lbs (wet)
Oil Filter	K&N KN-171
Fuel Capacity	22.7 Liters / 6.0 US gal
Manuals	Service Manual

Engine

The engine was a Air/water cooled cooled Four stroke, Twin Cam 103™ Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters: two valves per cylinder. The engine featured a 10.0:1 compression ratio.

Drive

Power was moderated via the Multi-plate, wet.

Chassis

It came with a MT90B16 72H front tire and a 2x P205/65R15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x 300mm disc, 4 piston caliper in the front and a 2 x 229mm disc, 1 piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a 41.3 mm telescopic, triple-circuit damping, while the rear was equipped with a Air-adjustable. The FLHTCUTG Tri Glide Ultra Classic was fitted with a 22.7 Liters / 6.0 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 545 kg / 1202 lbs. The wheelbase was 1670 mm / 65.8 in. long.

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Overview

Harley-Davidson FLHTCUTG Tri Glide Ultra Classic

The Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra Classic, which is basically a trike version of the two-wheeled Ultra Classic tourer.

Harley-Davidson launched a “wheels-up” strategy in the development of the Tri Glide, and has created a frame and associated chassis structure that is engineered specifically to handle the loads generated by the steering forces and weight of a three-wheel vehicle. Changes to the front-end geometry enhance steering control by reducing steering effort up to 25 percent. The forks have been lengthened by 1.775 inches compared to the regular Touring motorcycle, and rake is increased from 29.25 degrees to 32.00 degrees. A steer damper controls coast-down wobble, and minimizes bumps and other road inputs during turning events. Harley-Davidson has designed a new rear-axle assembly for the Tri Glide that utilizes an aluminum centre section with steel axle tubes. The Tri Glide retains the high-strength and low-maintenance advantages of belt final drive, and the smooth operation of a rubber-cushioned, compensated rear drive. The rear suspension features dual air-adjustable rear shock absorbers. The Tri Glide is powered by a Twin Cam 103 V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), rated at 101 ft. lbs. of torque. It retains the 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission used on Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycles, but adds an optional electric reverse ($1,195) integrated with the rear differential assembly that is engaged with a handlebar-mounted reverse module. The Tri Glide has dual front disc brakes and a Hayes Brake dual-disc rear brake system with a lever-actuated, integrated park brake. Classic Harley-Davidson Styling The Harley-Davidson styling department gave the new body components of the Tri Glide clean lines that integrate with the existing Ultra bodywork, especially the Tour Pak luggage compartment and the passenger seating area. The new bodywork is painted with the same quality OEM paint and process used on all Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and is a perfect color match for the tank and front fender. The composite rear fenders complement the lines of the front fender. Because the rear fenders are each a separate piece from the rest of the rear bodywork, they can be removed individually for repair or replacement, or when required to service the Tri Glide.

The moulded-composite trunk provides 4.5 cubic feet of storage space and can be accessed through a rear hatch. The trunk and Tour Pak have a combined capacity of 6.56 cubic feet and are rated to carry up to 80 pounds. A single key will handle all luggage locking functions, and activate the ignition. Dual mufflers with tapered end caps exit below the trunk. Brake/tail/turn lights are located on each fender, and the Tri Glide retains the Tour Pak lighting used on the Ultra Classic, including the LED side running lights. Matching front and rear black and machined split seven-spoke cast aluminum wheels provide the Tri Glide its integrated and true, factory-built look. The 16-inch front wheel is three inches wide and carries a MT90B16 motorcycle tire, while the 15-inch rear wheels are five inches wide and are fitted with P205/65R15 tires. Forward of the rear wheels, the Tri Glide retains the style and features of the Ultra Classic Electra Glide, including the distinctive “bat wing” fairing, auxiliary driving lamps, and deep-skirted front fender. A low-profile chrome console tops a six-gallon fuel tank. The fairing holds complete instrumentation and the 80-watt Advanced Audio System with CB radio and passenger intercom system. Adjustable air deflectors on the fairing and vented fairing lowers allow the rider to control wind flow for comfort in warm or cool weather. Cruise control is standard equipment. The Tri Glide Ultra Classic will be offered three colors: Vivid Black, Dark Blue Pearl, and Red Hot Sunglo. FLHTCUTG Tri Glide Ultra Classic features: Three-wheel specific frame Rubber mounted Twin Cam 103 engine with ESPFI 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment Brembo dual-disc front brake system Hayes Brake dual-disc rear brake system with integrated park brake Six-gallon fuel tank Electronic Throttle Control 2-1-2 exhaust system Engine isolation system Isolated Drive System Triple Circuit Damping (TCD) front forks Air-adjustable rear suspension Bat-wing, fork-mounted fairing Full instrumentation 80-watt Advanced Audio System by Harman/Kardon 40-watt CB radio and intercom system Cruise control Shorty antennas Clear-lens reflector-optics auxiliary lamps Fibreglass adjustable King Tour-Pak with passenger backrest Tour-Pak mounted tail/stop light Rear luggage trunk One-piece, two-up Electra Glide comfort-stitch touring saddle Vented lower fairings with integrated storage compartments Adjustable fairing wind deflectors Steering damper Optional electric reverse Optional Smart Security System

Make Model	Harley Davidson FLHTCUTG Tri Glide Ultra Classic
Year	2009
Engine Type	Four stroke, Twin Cam 103™ Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters: two valves per cylinder
Displacement	1690 cc / 103.1 cub in.
Bore X Stroke	98.4 x 111.1 mm
Cooling System	Air/water cooled
Compression	10.0:1
Exhaust	Chrome, 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers
Induction	Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Ignition	Single-fire, non-wasted, map-controlled spark ignition
Starting	Electric
Max Torque	138 Nm / 14.1 kgf-m / 101.8 ft/lb / @ 3750 rpm
Clutch	Multi-plate, wet
Transmission	6 Speed
Primary Drive	Chain, 34/46 ratio
Final Drive	Belt
Gear Ratio	1st 10.537 / 2nd 7.303 / 3rd 5.423 / 4th 4.392 / 5th 3.741 / 6th 3.157:1
Frame	Mild steel, square-section backbone with twin downtubes Swingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube sections with plate junctions; MIG welded
Front Suspension	41.3 mm telescopic, triple-circuit damping,
Front Wheel Travel	117 mm / 4.6 in
Rear Suspension	Air-adjustable
Rear Wheel Travel	76 mm / 2.9 in
Front Brakes	2 x 300mm disc, 4 piston caliper
Rear Brakes	2 x 229mm disc, 1 piston caliper
Parking Brake	Foot actuated dual parking brake
Front Wheel	Black, 7-spoke cast aluminum
Rear Wheels	Black, 7-spoke cast aluminum
Front Tire	MT90B16 72H
Rear Tire	2x P205/65R15
Rake	26°
Trail	100 mm / 3.94 in
Dimensions	Length 2670 mm / 105.1 in
Wheelbase	1670 mm / 65.8 in.
Ground Clearance	135 mm / 5.3 in
Seat Height	Unladen 720 mm / 28.3 in
Dry Weight	545 kg / 1202 lbs
Wet Weight	560 kg / 1235 lbs
Oil Capacity (w/filter)	3.8 Liters / US 4 qts.
Fuel Capacity	22.7 Liters / 6.0 US gal