Big Bear Choppers Merc Softail 100 Carb - 2009 Specifications and Reviews
The 2009 Big Bear Choppers Merc Softail 100 Carb is a premium custom cruiser built for riders seeking authentic chopper styling and raw American V-twin power. Its 100 cubic-inch engine delivers impressive torque for commanding highway presence, while the carburetor setup offers traditional mechanical character. Best known for aggressive aesthetics and substantial low-end grunt, it appeals to cruiser enthusiasts valuing classic customization over modern technology.
2009
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2009 |
| Model | Big Bear Choppers Merc Softail 100 Carb |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Lubrication system | S and S high volume oil pump |
| Starter | Electric |
| Ignition | S and S |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. S and S Super E Carburetor |
| Bore x stroke | 101.6 x 101.6 mm (4.0 x 4.0 inches) |
| Torque | 149.16 |
| Power | 95.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 1638.81 ccm (100.00 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 2,235 mm (88.0 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,946 mm (116.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 584 mm (23.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 317.5 kg (700.0 pounds) |
Big Bear Choppers Merc Softail 100 Carb dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 4-piston caliper |
| Front brakes | Single disc. 4-piston calipers |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 250/80-18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 90/80-21 |
| Rear suspension travel | 76 mm (3.0 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Softail Style |
| Front suspension travel | 76 mm (3.0 inches) |
| Front suspension | BBC Merc Springer |
| Trail | 95 mm (3.8 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 48.0° |
| Frame type | BBC Merc Rigid Softail |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2992 HP/kg |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Gross Black, satin black, charcoal metallic, silver metallic, black cherry, candyred metallic, firecracker red, orange pearl, electric blue. |
| Oil capacity | 4.70 litres (0.31 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 22.23 litres (5.87 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
95 hp
Peak Power
5.8s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track5%
City30%
Cornering20%
Daily Riding45%
Touring45%
Passenger35%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to experienced riders comfortable with a long, heavy, radically raked custom chopper that demands deliberate, confident inputs at low speed. |
| Purpose | Built for boulevard cruising and show-stopping presence rather than outright performance, cornering agility, or long-distance efficiency. |
| Rider Fit | The low 23-inch seat height is welcoming, but the stretched 88-inch wheelbase, extreme 48-degree rake, and 317.5 kg dry weight demand strong slow-speed handling skills and upper-body effort during maneuvers. |
| Character | A muscular, torque-heavy 100 cubic inch V-twin chopper that rewards riders who value bold styling, a commanding stance, and a slow-rolling, high-torque feel over sharp handling. |
| Not Ideal For | Not suited for riders seeking nimble cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight, easy-to-flick everyday commuter. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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