The 2011 Harley-Davidson FLTRX Road Glide® Custom is a tough, low version of the shark nose Harley-Davidson classic, with a big 18 inch front wheel, a 2 into 1 exhaust, and a smooth tail light assembly. This bagger rolls with swagger. The innovative Harley-Davidson® Touring chassis is based on a single-spar, rigid backbone frame and a stout swingarm developed to withstand the demands of long-haul touring riders and today's powerful engines.
Harley-Davidson Press Release
NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON® ROAD GLIDE® CUSTOM IS LOW AND LEAN
This Slammed-and-Stripped Road Glide Model Has a New Hot Rod Attitude
MILWAUKEE (July 25, 2009) - The new Road Glide Custom motorcycle is a tougher, younger vision of the shark-nose Harley-Davidson classic. Here's a bagger with a frame-mounted fairing that offers a lean, hot-rod look. Road Glide Custom leads with a big 18-inch front wheel draped with a clean FL fender, follows with a 2-into-1 exhaust feeding a long chrome muffler, and exits with a smooth new tail light assembly. Hugging the pavement on a slammed rear suspension, the Road Glide Custom rolls with a cool swagger.
But cool can still tour. That aerodynamic fairing offers outstanding weather and wind protection and holds a cockpit-style array of instruments. Hardshell saddlebags and the 40-watt Advanced Audio System by Harman/Kardon are standard equipment on the new Road Glide Custom model.
Key Road Glide Custom Features
The rear suspension is lowered by one inch, so the Road Glide Custom model appears to hug the highway, a look that is reinforced by the "ground effects" trim at the bottom edge of the rear fender.
An 18-inch Black Slotted Disc cast aluminum front wheel has machined highlights. Combined with a lower-profile, 130/70B18 tire, the new wheel updates the front end styling and offers enhanced steering feedback.
An aerodynamic, frame-mounted fairing incorporates dual headlamps, a cockpit-style instrument display with silver-faced gauges, and two glove-box storage compartments. The frame-mounted fairing offers lighter steering feel than a fork-mounted fairing. New head lamp trim replaces the clear cover used on previous Road Glide models, improving serviceability.
A low-profile dark wind deflector creates a sleek shape up front.
The new 2-into-1 exhaust feeds a single, four-inch-diameter chrome muffler located below the right saddlebag.
The new tail light assembly joins a pair of red brake/tail/turn combination lamps with a sweeping chrome bracket that doubles as a visor over the low-mounted license plate. This design eliminates the separate tail/stop lamp. Tri-line LED lighting is located at the bottom edge of the rear fender.
The new custom bucket seat has a perforated insert in the rider position.
GTX nylon hard saddlebags have color-matched latches. Inserts fill the spaces between the saddlebags and the rear fender.
Streamliner footboards, brake pedal and passenger pegs feature full chrome pans and three chrome bands inset in the rubber surface.
The 6-speed Cruise Drive® transmission is fitted with a new helical-cut fifth gear for smooth operation.
Tour with Custom Style
The Road Glide Custom model is built on the innovative Touring chassis introduced by Harley-Davidson in 2009, based on a single-spar, rigid backbone frame developed to withstand the demands of long-haul touring riders and today's more-powerful engines. The cast aluminum wheels were created using finite element analysis for maximal stiffness with minimal weight. The 180/65-16 Dunlop® D407 Multi-Tread rear tire designed specifically for the Harley-Davidson Touring chassis feature a harder center tread compound and softer shoulder compound to enhance handling and extend rear-tire tread life by 25 percent.
Air-adjustable rear shocks accommodate variable passenger and luggage loads. Chassis geometry and suspension calibration work with the dynamics of the frame to deliver a combination of comfort and handling from a touring motorcycle that's equally at ease rolling down the Interstate or negotiating a tight parking situation.
The Twin Cam 96™ V-Twin engine features Harley-Davidson Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) that delivers crisp response, easy starting cold or hot, and self-adjusts to changing elevation and atmospheric conditions. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) unclutters the handlebar area and enables an easy upgrade to optional cruise control. The engine is rubber-mounted in the chassis, and mated to a 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission with a tall top gear for quiet, economical highway cruising. The exhaust system is designed to minimize heat exposure to the rider and passenger.
Harley-Davidson Motor Company, the only major U.S.-based motorcycle manufacturer, produces heavyweight motorcycles and a complete line of motorcycle parts, accessories and general merchandise. For more information, visit Harley-Davidson's Web site at www.harley-davidson.com.
2011 Harley-Davidson FLTRX Road Glide® Custom - USA Specifications
U.S. MSRP - Vivid Black $18,999. Solids $19,479
DIMENSIONS
Length 95.0 in. (2413 mm)
Overall Width 35.8 in. (909 mm)
Overall Height 50.0 in. (1270 mm)
Seat Height:
Laden2 26.1 in. (663 mm)
Unladen 27.1 in. (688 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.1 in. (130 mm)
Rake (steering head) 26°
Fork Angle 29.2°
Trail 6.7 in. (170 mm)
Wheelbase 63.5 in. (1613 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and rear):
Front – D408F BW 130/70B18 63H
Rear – D407 BW 180/65B16 81H
Fuel Capacity 6.0 gal. (22.7 L) (warning light at approximately 1.0 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 4.0 qts. (3.8 L)
Transmission Capacity 1.0 qts.
Primary Chain
Case Capacity3 1.4 qts.
Weight:
As Shipped 772 lbs. (350.2 kg)
In Running Order 817 lbs. (370.6 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1360 lbs. (616.9 kg)
Gross Axle Weight Rating
Front 500 lbs. (226.8 kg)
Rear 927 lbs. (420.5 kg)
ENGINE
Engine4
PowerPak Option
Air-cooled, Twin Cam 96™
Air-cooled, Twin Cam 103™
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves
with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke
PowerPak Option
3.75 in. x 4.38 in. (95 mm x 111 mm)
3.875 in. x 4.38 in. (98 mm x 111 mm)
Displacement
PowerPak Option
96 cu. in. (1584 cc)
103 cu. in. (1690 cc)
Compression Ratio
PowerPak Option
9.2:1
9.6:1
Fuel System4 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Fiberglass, washable
Lubrication System
PowerPak Option
Pressurized, dry-sump
Pressurized, dry-sump with oil cooler
DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 32/68 ratio
Clutch Multi-plate, wet
Transmission 6-Speed Cruise Drive®
Gear Ratios (overall) (U.S.):
1st: 9.593, 2nd: 6.65, 3rd: 4.938
4th; 4, 5th: 3.407, 6th: 2.875
CHASSIS
Frame Mild 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
Swingarm Mild steel; two-piece drawn and welded section; forged junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks 41.3 mm telescopic, triple circuit damping
Rear Shocks Air-adjustable
Wheels5: Black, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum
Front 18 in. x 3.5 in. (457 mm x 89 mm)
Rear 16 in. x 5 in. (406 mm x 127 mm)
Brakes:
Caliper Type 32 mm, 4-piston fixed front and rear
Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, fixed rotors
Front (dual) 11.81 in. x .2 in. (300 mm x 5 mm)
Rear 11.81 in. x .28 in. (300 mm x 7 mm)
Anti-lock Braking System (option) Available/Standard with PowerPak
Suspension Travel:
Front Wheel 4.6 in. (117 mm)
Rear Wheel 2 in. (51 mm)
Engineered for Sidecar Use Available
PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque6 (per SAE J1349):
North America 92.6 ft. lbs. @ 3500 RPM (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM)
PowerPak Engine Torque6 (per SAE J1349):
North America 102 ft. lbs. @ 3500 RPM (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM)
Lean Angle:
Right 32°
Left 29°
Fuel Economy7
(EPA urban/highway test)
35/54 mpg (6.70/4.40 L/100 km)
ELECTRIC
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating)
Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 28-amp/hour, 370 cca
Charging Three-phase, 50-amp system (585W @ 13V, 2000 RPM, 650W max power @ 13V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
Tail/Stop Lights Two 8W/28W (1.3W/7.2W W)
Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
Indicator Lamps - High beam, running lights, directional light bar, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, turn signals, security system8 (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warning, cruise control, ABS
(optional)
COLOR OPTIONS
Solids
Vivid Black
Sedona Orange
Cool Blue Pearl
Black Denim
WARRANTY
Warranty9 24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service Interval First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter
1 Vehicles depicted may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered.
Specifications and prices listed may differ from specifications and prices
of vehicles manufactured and delivered. All product descriptions (including
depictions, specifications, dimensions, measurements, ratings and competitive
comparisons) are based on available information at the time of publication.
Although such descriptions are believed correct, errors and changes can
occur and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Harley-Davidson may
make changes at any time to prices and specifications, and may change
or discontinue models, without notice and without incurring any obligation.
Attention: Vehicles in the configurations shown and many of the accessories
described in this catalog may not be available for sale or use in some locations.
Please check with your dealer for complete product details and the latest
information. All models feature 6-speed transmission (VRSC™ models and
Sportster® models are 5-speed) and carbon fiber belt final drive; multi-plate
clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath; and 2-year unlimited mileage warranty.
2 Measurement reflects 180 lb. (81.7 kg) operator weight.
3 Primary case oil fill is 45 oz. or as needed to fill to bottom of diaphragm.
4 Recommended 91 octane or higher fuel (R+M)/2.
5 Standard and optional wheels may vary by country and region.
6 Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region.
7 Estimated from fuel economy tests on a sample motorcycle from the
corresponding family conducted by Harley-Davidson under ideal laboratory
conditions. Not all motorcycle models undergo fuel economy testing. Fuel
economy and mileage may vary among motorcycle models within a family. Your
mileage may vary depending on your personal riding habits, weather conditions,
trip length, vehicle condition and vehicle configuration and other conditions.
Break-in mileage may vary.
8 North America security system includes immobilizer; outside North America the
security system includes immobilizer and siren.
9 See motorcycle owner’s manual for complete details.
2011 Harley-Davidson FLTRX Road Glide® Custom - Canada Specifications
Canadian MSRP - See your local retailer for pricing information.
DIMENSIONS Metric Units
Length 2475 mm
Seat Height
Laden 1
Unladen 1 715 mm
Ground Clearance 125 mm
Rake Steering Head
Trail 170 mm
Wheelbase 1630 mm
Fuel Capacity 22.7 L
Oil Capacity 3.8 L
Weight
Dry Weight 367 kg
Running Order 380 kg
Luggage Capacity
Volume
Weight
POWERTRAIN
Engine 2 Air-cooled, Twin Cam 96™Air-cooled, Twin Cam 96™
Displacement 1690 cc
Bore x Stroke in. / in.98.4 mm / 111.1 mm
Engine Torque J1349
Engine Torque 3 ft. lbs. @ rpm135 Nm @ 3250 rpm
Fuel System 4 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Compression Ratio 9.6:1
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratioChain, 34/46 ratio
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy City 5 6.72 l/100km
Fuel Economy Hwy 5 4.36 l/100km
Gear Ratio (Overall)
1st 9.594
2nd 6.65
3rd 4.939
4th 3.999
5th 3.407
6th 2.875
WHEELS / TIRES
Wheels
Front 6 Black, Slotted Disc Cast AluminumBlack, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum
Wheel Option 6
Rear 6 Black, Slotted Disc Cast AluminumBlack, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum
Tire Size
Front
Rear
ELECTRICAL
Instruments Fairing-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 lightFairing-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
Indicator Lamps 7 High beam, running lights, front fender light, directional light bar, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, turn signals, security system (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warning, cruise control (optional), ABS (optional)High beam, running lights, front fender light, directional light bar, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, turn signals, security system (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warning, cruise control (optional), ABS (optional)
CHASSIS
Brakes 32 mm, 4-piston fixed front and rear32 mm, 4-piston fixed front and rear
Parking Brake
Lean Angle
Exhaust System New 2-1-2 exhaustNew 2-1-2 exhaust
COLOR OPTIONS
Vivid Black
Cool Blue Pearl
Sedona Orange
Black Denim
1 Measurement reflects 180 lb. (81.7 kg) operator weight.
2 Recommended 91 octane or higher fuel (R+M)/2.
3 Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region.
4 Standard and optional fuel systems may vary by country.
5 Estimated from fuel economy tests on a sample motorcycle from the corresponding family conducted by Harley-Davidson under ideal laboratory conditions. Not all motorcycle models undergo fuel economy testing. Fuel economy and mileage may vary among motorcycle models within a family. Your mileage may vary depending on your personal riding habits, weather conditions, trip length, vehicle condition and vehicle configuration and other conditions. Break-in mileage may vary.
6 Standard and optional wheels may vary by country and region.
7 North America security system includes immobilizer; outside North America the security system includes immobilizer and siren.
8 See motorcycle owner's manual for complete details.
Vehicles depicted may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Specifications and prices listed may differ from specifications and prices of vehicles manufactured and delivered. All product descriptions (including depictions, specifications, dimensions, measurements, ratings and competitive comparisons) are based on available information at the time of publication. Although such descriptions are believed correct, errors and changes can occur and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Harley-Davidson may make changes at any time to prices and specifications, and may change or discontinue models, without notice and without incurring any obligation. Attention: Vehicles in the configurations shown and many of the accessories described in this catalog may not be available for sale or use in some locations. Please check with your dealer for complete product details and the latest information. All models feature 6-speed transmission (VRSC™ models and Sportster® models are 5-speed) and carbon fiber belt final drive; multi-plate clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath; and 2-year unlimited mileage warranty.
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