2011 Harley-Davidson Roadglide Ultra CVO

The 2011 Harley-Davidson FLTRXSE CVO Road Glide Custom stands as a definitive milestone in the lineage of the "Sharknose" touring machines, representing a period where the Custom Vehicle Operations department reached a pinnacle of air-cooled performance and hand-finished luxury. This specific model year was designed to bridge the gap between a stripped-down, aggressive boulevard cruiser and a high-mileage transcontinental tourer. By stripping away some of the bulk associated with the Ultra models while retaining the massive power of the Screamin’ Eagle drivetrain, Harley-Davidson created a motorcycle that felt significantly more agile than its predecessors. The frame-mounted fairing, a hallmark of the Road Glide family, provided a level of aerodynamic stability that fork-mounted fairings could not match, as it isolated the steering components from the buffeting effects of heavy crosswinds and high-speed turbulence.

The mechanical heart of the 2011 CVO Road Glide is the Screamin’ Eagle Twin Cam 110 V-Twin engine, a power plant that remains a favorite among purists for its raw character and immense low-end grunt. Displacing 1,803cc, this engine was the largest factory-installed motor Harley offered at the time, engineered specifically to provide the torque necessary for effortless overtaking and uphill climbs even when the bike was fully loaded. It featured a high-performance Ventilator intake with a rain sock and a chrome 2-into-1-into-2 exhaust system that allowed the engine to breathe more freely than standard models. This setup produced a staggering 115 ft-lb of torque, delivered through a 6-Speed Cruise Drive transmission that was geared for smooth, low-vibration cruising at highway speeds. The inclusion of a high-performance hydraulic clutch helped manage the increased power, ensuring that the rider had precise control during stop-and-go urban riding or technical maneuvers.

Aesthetically, the 2011 model year was defined by its "slammed" appearance and incredible attention to detail in the paint booth. CVO models are famous for their multi-stage paint processes, and the 2011 Road Glide featured complex schemes like the Rio Red and Black Ember or the Maple Metallic and Roman Gold, often accented with "Real Smoke" graphics that gave the bike a ghost-like depth. Unlike standard production bikes, these fairings and tanks were hand-finished, resulting in a luster that rivaled high-end custom shops. To complement the paint, Harley equipped the bike with 18-inch Mirror Chrome Agitator wheels, which were among the most desirable wheels in the catalog at the time. Every visible fastener, bracket, and lever was treated to a high-polish chrome finish, making the bike a literal rolling showcase of the brand’s "Rumble Collection" accessories.

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