Arlen Ness Speedliner - 2013 Specifications and Reviews

The 2013 Arlen Ness Speedliner is a premium custom cruiser designed for riders seeking high-performance styling and engineering. Powered by a polished S and S 1851cc V-twin engine producing 112 horsepower and substantial low-end torque, it combines classic cruiser aesthetics with modern mechanical refinement. This bike is renowned for its meticulous craftsmanship and aggressive, streamlined design that appeals to discerning custom motorcycle enthusiasts.

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General information

CategoryCustom / cruiser
Year2013
ModelArlen Ness Speedliner

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Exhaust system2 into 1
DrivelinePrimary chain drive
ClutchRivera ´Pro-Clutch´
Transmission type,final driveBelt
Gearbox6-speed
Bore x stroke101.6 x 114.3 mm (4.0 x 4.5 inches)
Compression10.1:1
Torque168.14 Nm (17.1 kgf-m or 124.0 ft.lbs)
Power112.00
Engine detailsS and S polished engine
Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Capacity:1851.85 ccm (113.00 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

WheelsAvon tyres
Rear brakesSingle disc. Ness/PM 6-piston caliper with Ness 11´floating rotors
Front brakesSingle disc. Ness/PM 6-piston caliper with Ness 11´floating rotors
Rear tyre dimensions10.5-18
Front tyre dimensions3.50-23
Front suspension63.5mm inverted front forks with Ness solid billet trees
Rake (fork angle)42.0°
Frame typeNess Y2k frame
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity18.93 litres (5.00 gallons)

Other specs

MaintenanceFind parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
CommentsMany upgrades, eg., paint and graphics, additional powder coat(motor, wheels, swingarm tips, bars, etc), passenger set-ups, exotic seat covers, and more available.
Color optionsCustom
LightNess billet lighting
InstrumentsDigital
StarterElectric

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

112 hp
Peak Power
4.8s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track10%
City30%
Cornering25%
Daily Riding40%
Touring40%
Passenger45%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a machine best suited to confident, experienced riders comfortable with a long, heavy, radically raked custom chopper-style cruiser.
PurposeBuilt as a boulevard show-and-go custom, it exists to turn heads and deliver big V-twin torque and attitude rather than to carve corners or cover long distances efficiently.
Rider FitThe extreme 42-degree rake, wide 23/18-inch tyre combo, and low, stretched riding position demand strong low-speed handling skills and upper-body effort at a standstill or in tight maneuvers.
CharacterBrash, muscular, and unapologetically flashy, this bike rewards riders who want a bold visual and auditory statement as much as raw power.
Not Ideal ForThis is not the machine for riders wanting nimble city commuting, aggressive cornering, off-road capability, or a set-and-forget comfortable long-haul tourer.

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

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