Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3 - 2017 Specifications and Reviews

The 2017 Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3 is an extreme cruiser designed for riders seeking maximum power and presence. Powered by a massive LS3 V8 engine, it delivers unmatched performance with a substantial 1,165-pound frame. Best known for its automotive-derived engine and radical styling, it appeals to enthusiasts wanting a true statement machine.

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General information

CategoryCustom / cruiser
Year2017
ModelBoss Hoss BHC-3 LS3
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Exhaust system2.5 inch with dual mufflers
Greenhouse gases198.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption8.55 litres/100 km (11.7 km/l or 27.51 mpg)
Driveline2-speed semi-auto transmission. Final drive: Gates polychain belt.
Transmission type,final driveBelt
GearboxAutomatic
Cooling systemLiquid
Fuel controlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel systemInjection. MPFI
Compression10.7:1
Torque603.42 Nm (61.5 kgf-m or 445.1 ft.lbs) @ 4750 RPM
Power445.00 HP (324.8 kW) @ 5750 RPM
Engine detailsAluminum block - 6 bolt main. Aluminum cylinders
Engine typeV8, four-stroke
Capacity:6200.00 ccm (378.32 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakesSingle disc. 2-piston caliper
Front brakesDouble disc. Dual 4-piston caliper
Rear tyre300/35-18
Front tyre130/90-16
Rear wheel travel330 mm (13.0 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual coilover shocks, adjustable preload
Front SuspensionInverted forks, 63 mm, adjustable preload
Rake (fork angle)33.0°

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity32.00 litres (8.45 gallons)
Wheelbase2,032 mm (80.0 inches)
Ground clearance114 mm (4.5 inches)
Overall width711 mm (28.0 inches)
Overall length2,616 mm (103.0 inches)
Seat height673 mm (26.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio0.8421 HP/kg
Dry weight528.4 kg (1,165.0 pounds)

Other specs

MaintenanceFind parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Factory warranty12 month., unlimited miles excluding engine and drivetrain
StarterElectric
Color optionsRed/yellow/blue flames or custom color

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

445 hp
Peak Power
3.8s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track20%
City25%
Cornering20%
Daily Riding35%
Touring45%
Passenger55%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis machine demands a confident, experienced rider who understands how to manage massive torque and a very low-slung, wide, heavy chassis at low speeds.
PurposeIt exists as a rolling spectacle and straight-line muscle cruiser, built to deliver car-engine power and a thunderous soundtrack rather than nimble handling.
Rider FitRiders need decent upper body strength and confidence to muscle its considerable bulk around parking lots and tight turns, though the low seat height helps with flat-footing at stops.
CharacterIt 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 ForIt is not for riders who want agile cornering, off-road capability, or an easy time filtering through tight urban traffic.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2017 Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 673mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2017 Boss Hoss BHC-3 LS3, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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