Big Bear Choppers Athena 100 EFI - 2009 Specifications and Reviews
The 2009 Big Bear Choppers Athena 100 EFI is a heavyweight custom cruiser powered by a 1638cc S&S V-twin engine with electronic fuel injection, delivering 95 horsepower. Built for riders seeking aggressive styling and commanding road presence, this long chopper excels in leisurely boulevard cruising and weekend rides. Its massive proportions, accessible seat height, and reliable EFI system make it ideal for experienced cruiser enthusiasts.
2009
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2009 |
| Model | Big Bear Choppers Athena 100 EFI |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Lubrication system | S and S High volume oil pump |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel system | Injection. S and S Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) |
| Bore x stroke | 101.6 x 101.6 mm (4.0 x 4.0 inches) |
| Power | 95.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 1638.81 ccm (100.00 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 2,235 mm (88.0 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,921 mm (115.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 508 mm (20.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 317.5 kg (700.0 pounds) |
Big Bear Choppers Athena 100 EFI dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. BBC-PM 4-piston caliper BrakeDrive system |
| Front brakes | Single disc. PM. 4-piston calipers |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 300/80-18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 90/80-21 |
| Rear suspension travel | 76 mm (3.0 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Progressive |
| Front suspension | BBC Smooth Mount Hidden Axle |
| Trail | 95 mm (3.8 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 40.0° |
| Frame type | BBC Athena Softail |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2992 HP/kg |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Gross Black, satin black, charcoal metallic, silver, black cherry, candy red, firecracker red, orange, electric blue. |
| Oil capacity | 4.70 litres (0.31 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 16.08 litres (4.25 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
95 hp
Peak Power
5.8s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track10%
City30%
Cornering25%
Daily Riding45%
Touring45%
Passenger40%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to riders who already have experience with heavy, long, low-slung custom cruisers and their unique low-speed handling demands. |
| Purpose | Built primarily as a bold, head-turning boulevard cruiser for style-focused riding rather than outright performance. |
| Rider Fit | The extreme 40-degree rake, long 88-inch wheelbase, and 317.5 kg dry weight make this a physically demanding machine to muscle around at parking-lot speeds despite its low 508mm seat. |
| Character | A brash, chrome-and-torque American V-twin chopper that rewards relaxed, straight-line cruising with a deep, punchy powerplant and a dramatic stretched-out stance. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for riders seeking nimble cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable ride. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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