Cruisers
2009Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3
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The 2009 Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3 is an extreme custom cruiser powered by a massive 6.2-liter V8 engine producing 445 horsepower and 603 pound-feet of torque. Best suited for riders seeking maximum straight-line performance and head-turning presence, it's renowned for its automotive-derived powerplant and unmatched acceleration in the motorcycle world. This beast combines raw American muscle with custom cruiser styling for the ultimate statement ride.
- Capacity
- 6162.0 ccm
- Engine
- V eight, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 528.4 kg
- Seat height
- 673 mm
- Power
- 445.0 HP (327.3 kW) @ 5750 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It exists as a rolling spectacle and straight-line muscle cruiser, built to deliver car-engine power and a thunderous soundtrack rather than nimble handling.
- Built for
- It has a brash, larger-than-life personality, blending drag-strip acceleration with a laid-back cruiser silhouette and a genuine V8 rumble unlike anything else on two wheels.
- Not ideal for
- It is not for riders who want agile cornering, off-road capability, or an easy time filtering through tight urban traffic.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 6162.0 ccm
- Power
- 445.0 HP (327.3 kW) @ 5750 RPM
- Torque
- 603.4 Nm (61.5 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- V eight, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.8422 HP/kg (dry)
- Compression
- 10.7:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 2032 mm
- Overall length
- 2616 mm
- Overall width
- 711 mm
- Seat height
- 673 mm
- Dry weight
- 528.4 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 32.20 litres
- Ground clearance
- 114 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Inverted forks, 63 mm, adjustable preload,
- Rear suspension
- Dual 13.0 inch coilover shocks, adjustable preload
- Rear wheel travel
- 330 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 33.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. 4-piston caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. 4-piston caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Front tyre
- 130/90-16
- Rear tyre
- 230/60-15
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2009 | 2011 | 2013 | 2015 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6162 cc | 6162 cc | 6162 cc | 6162 cc | 6162 cc |
| Dry weight | 528 kg | 528 kg | 528 kg | 528 kg | 528 kg |
| Seat height | 673 mm | 673 mm | 673 mm | 673 mm | 673 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 32.2 L | 32.2 L | 32.2 L | 32.2 L | 32 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3?
The 2009 Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3 has a Capacity of 6162.0 ccm (376.03 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3 have?
The 2009 Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3 has a Power of 445.0 HP (327.3 kW) @ 5750 RPM.
What is the torque of the Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3?
The 2009 Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3 has a Torque of 603.4 Nm (61.5 kgf-m or 445.0 ft.lbs).
How much does the Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3 weigh?
The 2009 Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3 has a Dry weight of 528.4 kg (1164.9 pounds).
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