🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Harley-Davidson Model: FLHTK Electra Glide Ultra Limited Year: 2012 Codes Harley Davidson Model Code: FLHTK 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Flagship Grand American Touring motorcycle. Target Audience: Long-distance touring riders seeking comfort, cargo capacity, and premium features. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Indian Roadmaster, Honda Gold Wing, BMW K 1600 GTL. Key Features Standard Equipment: Batwing fairing, Tour-Pak luggage carrier, fairing lowers, heated grips, premium audio system, cruise control, ABS, Batwing fairing with integrated windshield and vents. Distinctive Features: Extensive chrome detailing, plush seating for rider and passenger, ample storage, integrated infotainment system. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Manual Type: Factory Service Manual (FSM) Language: English Format: PDF Download Page Count Estimated Page Count: Hundreds of pages (exact count may vary by specific edition) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Mechanical: Complete engine assembly, disassembly, inspection, and repair procedures for Twin Cam 103 V-Twin engine. Fuel System: EFI system diagnosis, fuel pump, injectors, throttle body, and fuel tank service. Ignition System: Ignition module, coil, spark plugs, and related wiring diagnostics. Transmission Drivetrain: Six-speed Cruise Drive transmission, primary drive, clutch, and final drive belt maintenance and repair. Electrical System: Extensive coverage of wiring diagrams, battery, charging system, starter, lighting, instrumentation, and accessory circuits. Chassis Suspension: Frame, front fork (including Showa USD), rear shock absorbers, swingarm, and wheel bearing service. Braking System: Front and rear brake caliper service, master cylinders, brake lines, fluid flush and bleed procedures, ABS system diagnostics. Bodywork Fairings: Tour-Pak, fairings, fenders, seat removal and installation, and associated trim. Comfort Control: Climate control system, seat heating/cooling (if equipped), and fairing ventilation. Infotainment Audio: Radio, speakers, CB radio, intercom, and infotainment system diagnostics and troubleshooting. Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug service, air filter cleaning/replacement, brake pad inspection, tire pressure checks. Scheduled Maintenance: Detailed maintenance schedules based on mileage or time intervals. Troubleshooting Diagnostics: Systematic diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon issues, including fault code interpretation. Engine Rebuild: Complete engine disassembly, inspection, measurement, and reassembly instructions, including piston ring end gap, bearing clearances, and valve seating. Transmission Overhaul: Detailed steps for transmission disassembly, inspection of gears, shift components, and reassembly. Electrical Diagnostics: Wiring harness inspection, component testing, and troubleshooting of electrical faults using wiring diagrams. Suspension Adjustment: Fork oil changes, rear shock adjustments, and servicing. Brake System Overhaul: Caliper rebuilding, master cylinder replacement, and brake line bleeding. Bodywork Repair: Removal and installation of fairings, panels, and Tour-Pak. Fuel Injection Tuning: Basic adjustments and diagnostics for the EFI system. Technical Depth Depth Of Information: Comprehensive: Covers everything from routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed diagnostic procedures and specifications. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Likely searchable text within the PDF for quick information retrieval. Print Quality Resolution: High-resolution scans ensuring clarity of diagrams and text. Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Quality: N/A (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Air-cooled, Twin Cam 103 V-Twin Displacement: 1690 cc (103 cu in) Bore X Stroke: 3.875 in x 4.375 in (98.4 mm x 111.1 mm) Compression Ratio: 9.6:1 Performance Horsepower Rating: Approximately 70 HP (rated at crankshaft, actual wheel HP will be lower) Torque Rating: Approximately 101 ft-lb @ 3500 RPM (rated at crankshaft) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) Fuel Type: Unleaded premium gasoline, 91 octane (R+M)/2 or higher recommended. 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 6-speed Cruise Drive Features Clutch Type: Clutched, multi-plate, wet Final Drive: Belt Fluid Specifications Transmission Fluid: Harley-Davidson Formula + Transmission, Lubricant, Primary Chain Case (P/N 99887-05) or SAE 50 Harley-Davidson motorcycle oil. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 103.0 in (2616 mm) Seat Height Laden: 29.0 in (737 mm) Ground Clearance: 5.1 in (130 mm) Weights Dry Weight: 838 lbs (380 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr: 1360 lbs (617 kg) Fuel Capacity: 6.0 gal (22.7 L) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings ABS Availability: Standard Active Features Braking System: Dual 32 mm, 4-piston front calipers; Single 32 mm, 4-piston rear caliper with integrated ABS. Passive Features Lighting: Halogen headlamp, LED tail lamp, front and rear turn signals, auxiliary passing lamps. Chassis Stability: Steel frame, long wheelbase contributing to stable handling. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Boom! Box 6.5GT infotainment system with touchscreen, AM/FM radio, CB/Wass, SiriusXM compatibility, and integrated navigation. Speaker Configuration: Four speakers (two fairing, two lower fairing) for immersive sound. Connectivity: Bluetooth for audio streaming and hands-free calling. USB connection for device charging and media playback. Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Standard electronic cruise control. ABS: Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) for enhanced stopping power and stability. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Initial Service: Recommended around 1,000 miles (1600 km) for first oil change and inspection. Engine Oil Change: Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first. Transmission Primary Fluid: Recommended...
Extensive chrome detailing, plush seating for rider and passenger, ample storage, integrated infotainment system.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Manual Type:
Factory Service Manual (FSM)
Language:
English
Format:
PDF Download
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
Hundreds of pages (exact count may vary by specific edition)
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Engine Mechanical:
Complete engine assembly, disassembly, inspection, and repair procedures for Twin Cam 103 V-Twin engine.
Fuel System:
EFI system diagnosis, fuel pump, injectors, throttle body, and fuel tank service.
Ignition System:
Ignition module, coil, spark plugs, and related wiring diagnostics.
Transmission Drivetrain:
Six-speed Cruise Drive transmission, primary drive, clutch, and final drive belt maintenance and repair.
Electrical System:
Extensive coverage of wiring diagrams, battery, charging system, starter, lighting, instrumentation, and accessory circuits.
Chassis Suspension:
Frame, front fork (including Showa USD), rear shock absorbers, swingarm, and wheel bearing service.
Braking System:
Front and rear brake caliper service, master cylinders, brake lines, fluid flush and bleed procedures, ABS system diagnostics.
Bodywork Fairings:
Tour-Pak, fairings, fenders, seat removal and installation, and associated trim.
Comfort Control:
Climate control system, seat heating/cooling (if equipped), and fairing ventilation.
Infotainment Audio:
Radio, speakers, CB radio, intercom, and infotainment system diagnostics and troubleshooting.
Procedures Included
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug service, air filter cleaning/replacement, brake pad inspection, tire pressure checks.
Scheduled Maintenance:
Detailed maintenance schedules based on mileage or time intervals.
Troubleshooting Diagnostics:
Systematic diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon issues, including fault code interpretation.
Engine Rebuild:
Complete engine disassembly, inspection, measurement, and reassembly instructions, including piston ring end gap, bearing clearances, and valve seating.
Transmission Overhaul:
Detailed steps for transmission disassembly, inspection of gears, shift components, and reassembly.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Wiring harness inspection, component testing, and troubleshooting of electrical faults using wiring diagrams.
Suspension Adjustment:
Fork oil changes, rear shock adjustments, and servicing.
Brake System Overhaul:
Caliper rebuilding, master cylinder replacement, and brake line bleeding.
Bodywork Repair:
Removal and installation of fairings, panels, and Tour-Pak.
Fuel Injection Tuning:
Basic adjustments and diagnostics for the EFI system.
Technical Depth
Depth Of Information:
Comprehensive: Covers everything from routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed diagnostic procedures and specifications.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchability:
Likely searchable text within the PDF for quick information retrieval.
Print Quality
Resolution:
High-resolution scans ensuring clarity of diagrams and text.
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper Quality:
N/A (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
Air-cooled, Twin Cam 103 V-Twin
Displacement:
1690 cc (103 cu in)
Bore X Stroke:
3.875 in x 4.375 in (98.4 mm x 111.1 mm)
Compression Ratio:
9.6:1
Performance
Horsepower Rating:
Approximately 70 HP (rated at crankshaft, actual wheel HP will be lower)
Torque Rating:
Approximately 101 ft-lb @ 3500 RPM (rated at crankshaft)
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded premium gasoline, 91 octane (R+M)/2 or higher recommended.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
6-speed Cruise Drive
Features
Clutch Type:
Clutched, multi-plate, wet
Final Drive:
Belt
Fluid Specifications
Transmission Fluid:
Harley-Davidson Formula + Transmission, Lubricant, Primary Chain Case (P/N 99887-05) or SAE 50 Harley-Davidson motorcycle oil.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
103.0 in (2616 mm)
Seat Height Laden:
29.0 in (737 mm)
Ground Clearance:
5.1 in (130 mm)
Weights
Dry Weight:
838 lbs (380 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr:
1360 lbs (617 kg)
Fuel Capacity:
6.0 gal (22.7 L)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
ABS Availability:
Standard
Active Features
Braking System:
Dual 32 mm, 4-piston front calipers; Single 32 mm, 4-piston rear caliper with integrated ABS.
Passive Features
Lighting:
Halogen headlamp, LED tail lamp, front and rear turn signals, auxiliary passing lamps.
Chassis Stability:
Steel frame, long wheelbase contributing to stable handling.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Boom! Box 6.5GT infotainment system with touchscreen, AM/FM radio, CB/Wass, SiriusXM compatibility, and integrated navigation.
Speaker Configuration:
Four speakers (two fairing, two lower fairing) for immersive sound.
Connectivity:
Bluetooth for audio streaming and hands-free calling. USB connection for device charging and media playback.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard electronic cruise control.
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) for enhanced stopping power and stability.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Initial Service:
Recommended around 1,000 miles (1600 km) for first oil change and inspection.
Engine Oil Change:
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Transmission Primary Fluid:
Recommended every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or 24 months.
Brake Fluid Flush:
Recommended every 24 months, regardless of mileage.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
Harley-Davidson SYN3 Synthetic Motorcycle Lubricant or equivalent 20W-50 API SG or higher, JASO FD compliant motorcycle oil.
Primary Chain Case Oil:
Harley-Davidson Formula + Transmission Lubricant (P/N 99887-05) or SAE 50 Harley-Davidson motorcycle oil.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 (for ABS models, check manual for specific recommendations).
Known Issues
Typical Wear Items:
Clutch plates, brake pads, wheel bearings, tires, and suspension seals are common wear items subject to regular inspection and replacement.
Engine Performance Quirks:
Some Twin Cam engines may exhibit minor oil consumption, which is within acceptable operating parameters as defined by the manufacturer.
Electrical System Considerations:
Battery maintenance and proper charging system function are crucial for reliability. Connections should be kept clean and tight.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer Origin:
United States (Milwaukee, Wisconsin).
Model Evolution
Electra Glide Lineage:
The Electra Glide line dates back to the 1960s, evolving into the premier touring platform for Harley-Davidson.
Ultra Limited Introduction:
The 'Ultra Limited' designation signifies the pinnacle of touring comfort and features within the Electra Glide family.
Production
Production Period:
Harley-Davidson motorcycles are continuously produced, with model years representing yearly updates and variations.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Touring Magazine Awards:
Harley-Davidson touring models, including the Electra Glide Ultra Limited, consistently receive praise and awards from motorcycle touring publications for comfort, performance, and features.
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