Cruisers
2011Boss Hoss BHC-3 ZZ4 SS
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The 2011 Boss Hoss BHC-3 ZZ4 SS is a radical custom cruiser powered by a massive 5.7-liter V8 engine delivering 355 horsepower, making it one of the most powerful production motorcycles ever built. Ideal for riders seeking extreme performance and head-turning presence, this bike is best known for its automotive-sourced engine, aggressive styling, and unmatched straight-line acceleration on the open road.
- Capacity
- 5733.0 ccm
- Engine
- V eight, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 503.0 kg
- Seat height
- 635 mm
- Power
- 355.0 HP (261.1 kW) @ 5250 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a straight-line, boulevard-cruising showpiece powered by a genuine small-block V8, it exists to deliver brute acceleration and spectacle rather than cornering finesse.
- Built for
- It's a bold, attention-grabbing muscle cruiser with a thunderous V8 soundtrack, built for riders who want raw power and novelty over agility or refinement.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for new riders, tight twisty roads, off-road use, or anyone wanting a light, nimble, or subtle motorcycle.
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
- 5733.0 ccm
- Power
- 355.0 HP (261.1 kW) @ 5250 RPM
- Torque
- 549.2 Nm (56.0 kgf-m) @ 3500 RPM
- Engine type
- V eight, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7058 HP/kg (dry)
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1956 mm
- Overall length
- 2616 mm
- Seat height
- 635 mm
- Dry weight
- 503.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 528.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 32.20 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Inverted forks, 63 mm
- Rear suspension
- Dual 13.0 inch coilover shocks
- Rake (fork angle)
- 33.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. 4-piston
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. 4-piston
- Rear brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Front tyre
- 130/90-16
- Rear tyre
- 230/60-15
Other
- Color options
- Black, red, blue
- Warranty
- 12
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5733 cc | 5733 cc | 5733 cc | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Dry weight | 499 kg | 504 kg | 504 kg | 503 kg | 503 kg |
| Seat height | 711 mm | 635 mm | 635 mm | 635 mm | 635 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 32.2 L | 32.2 L | 32.2 L | 32.2 L | 32.2 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 ZZ4 SS?
The 2011 Boss Hoss BHC-3 ZZ4 SS has a Capacity of 5733.0 ccm (349.85 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Boss Hoss BHC-3 ZZ4 SS have?
The 2011 Boss Hoss BHC-3 ZZ4 SS has a Power of 355.0 HP (261.1 kW) @ 5250 RPM.
What is the torque of the Boss Hoss BHC-3 ZZ4 SS?
The 2011 Boss Hoss BHC-3 ZZ4 SS has a Torque of 549.2 Nm (56.0 kgf-m or 405.1 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM.
How much does the Boss Hoss BHC-3 ZZ4 SS weigh?
The 2011 Boss Hoss BHC-3 ZZ4 SS has a Dry weight of 503.0 kg (1108.9 pounds).
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