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Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS2 - 2008 Specifications and Reviews
The 2008 Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS2 is an extreme custom cruiser built for riders seeking maximum engine performance and presence. Its legendary 6.0-liter V8 engine delivers 425 horsepower and 576 pound-feet of torque, making it one of the most powerful production motorcycles. Best known for its automotive-sourced powerplant and unmistakable character, it appeals to enthusiasts who prioritize raw power over traditional motorcycle design.
2008
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2008 |
| Model | Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS2 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel system | Injection. Multi-port |
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Torque | 576.30 |
| Power | 425.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V8 |
| Capacity: | 6000.00 ccm (366.12 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,956 mm (77.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 5 mm (0.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,616 mm (103.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 25 mm (1.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 528.4 kg (1,165.0 pounds) |
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Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS2 dimensions and frame | |
| Exhaust system | 2.5 inch with dual mufflers |
| Rear brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 4-piston calipers |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. 4-piston calipers |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 230/60-15 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 130/90-16 |
| Rear suspension | Dual 13.0 inch coilover shocks |
| Front suspension | Inverted forks |
| Rake (fork angle) | 33.0° |
| Frame type | 28.0 |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.8043 HP/kg |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 32.17 litres (8.50 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
425 hp
Peak Power
4.2s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track15%
City25%
Cornering15%
Daily Riding35%
Touring45%
Passenger60%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This machine is best suited to experienced riders who are comfortable managing enormous weight and torque at low speeds, since its car-derived V8 punishes hesitant or novice handling. |
| Purpose | It exists as a straight-line spectacle and boulevard showpiece, built to deliver drag-strip acceleration and thunderous V8 presence rather than nimble handling. |
| Rider Fit | Riders need real physical strength and confidence to muster the bike at a stop or in slow maneuvers, given its extreme dry weight and long, low, stretched-out chassis. |
| Character | It has the character of a hot-rod on two wheels, brash and unapologetic, trading cornering finesse for raw automotive-grade power and unmistakable visual and auditory drama. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not for riders seeking agile canyon carving, off-road capability, or a light, easy-to-manage first motorcycle. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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