The Big Bear Choppers Bear Bones was built for those who want to ride a classy looking chopper but who also want a better-than-average handling.
Compared to the other models in Big Bear’s lineup, the 2013 Bear Bones features a shorter wheelbase and less rake which make it fairly easier to maneuver.
The 2013 Big Bear Choppers Bear Bones is propelled by the famous V111 low vibration engine which puts out 115.8 bhp and 122.8 lb/ft of torque. The engine is perfectly kept in leash by a Baker 6-speed overdrive transmission.
Other features offered by the Big Bear Choppers Bear Bones include a drop seat of 20” off the ground, a conservative 34° neck rake, patented unique fuel tank design, patented oil tank design holding 5 quarts and a 250mm rear tire with a right side final drive.
Hit the jump for more information on the 2013 Big Bear Choppers Bear Bones.
2013 Big Bear Choppers Bear Bones
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- Model: 2013 Big Bear Choppers Bear Bones
- Engine/Motor: BBC-S&S V111™ Carb Evolution
- Horsepower: 115
- Torque: 112
- Transmission: 6 Speed Manual
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Overview
The Bear Bones is desired by enthusiasts who want to ride a Big Bear Chopper with a shorter wheelbase and less rake than the others in the fleet, for more responsive handling. It shares the same components high end as our famous Venom ProStreet featuring the polished proprietary V111 low vibration engine, a Baker® 6-speed overdrive tranny. Chassis configuration includes a drop seat of 20” off the ground, a manageable wheelbase with a conservative 34° neck rake, foot and hand controls reaching towards the rider for a comfortable position, patented unique fuel tank design, patented oil tank design holding 5 quarts, 250mm rear tire with a right side final drive. Bottom line, the Bear Bones handles very nimble for you riders that love to carve the corners with style points.
Design Features
-Proprietary patented mid-section stretch in the frame for better weight distribution and handling
-Distinctive large diameter single radius downtube
- Standard neck height with a conservative 34° rake for an agile and well-coordinated movement
- Slammed seat height of 20” that enhances the riding senses and enables low speed confidence
-Flowing fenders finish with standard points
-Creative and patented fuel tank that meets seamlessly into the seat
-Patented oil tank holds 4 quarts of oil for engine optimization
-Famous patented Venom™ arched swingarm
-Reduced reach for foot controls and handle bars
Component Features
- V111™ Low Vibration Engine at
122.8 lbs. of Torque
-6-Speed Right-Side Drive Transmission
- Forged Billet Wheel Choice with 21” Front and
- 250mm Rear Tire
- BBC Enclosed Primary
- 4-Piston Caliper Brakes
-Raw Frontend with Hidden Axle Design
-Raw Foot and Hand Controls
- Raw Digital Dash
-Raw Radius Tuned Exhaust
Factory Options
-BDL Open Belt Drive
-Wheel Design Choice
-Chrome Wheels and Brake Calipers
-Standard or Custom Paint Scheme
Specifications
Options : BBC-S&S V111™ Carb Evolution
Reliability, power and comfort... the best of all worlds. And when we say reliability, we not only mean the life of the engine, but the life of motorcycle and everything that's bolted to it. Branded as V111™,' this internally reformed 111 cubic inch engine boasts a healthy 122.8 lbs. of torque at the crank. With a configuration of a 4 1/8” bore and 4 1/8” stroke, proprietary compression ratios, redesigned cam timing, and reciprocating weights all result in an incredibly smooth running engine while meeting all the strict legal requirements. While looking like any other S&S Super Sidewinder engine from the outside, the essence of this new engine is the low vibration. High engine vibration is an enemy to both the rider and the motorcycle. The effects of high engine vibration may cause premature rider fatigue as well. Eliminate engine vibration and you will eliminate potential problems.
Finish |
Polished Case & Chrome Covers |
Displacement |
111" |
Bore X Stoke |
4 1/8" X 4 1/8" |
Horsepower |
115.8 bhp |
Torque |
122.8 lb/ft |
Induction |
S&S Super E Carburetor |
Air Cleaner |
S&S Tear Drop |
Oil Pump |
S&S High Volume |
Warranty |
2 Year / 20,000 Mile |
Transmission
This is the original 6-speed design that revolutionized the American V-Twin industry. Yet, it's still the best overdrive 6-speed built to this day ...hands down. This Detroit built tranny is designed and manufactured to comfortably handle the power from our engines while looking good behind it.
Brand |
Baker |
Finish |
Polished Case & Chrome Covers |
Drive |
Right Side |
Gears |
6-Speed Overdrive |
Warranty |
2 Year / 24,000 Mile |
Drivetrain
Keeping with the mindset of making form and function coexisting, this newly designed proprietary primary is built tough and reliable along with a very sleek, new generation styled aesthetics with a cool BBC branded inspection cover. This primary drive is approximately 200% stronger than most other manufacturer’s primaries with its machined forged aluminum inner and outer cases. The dense aluminum material makes for a unit that does not flex under heavy torque, and absorbs most engine vibration. Another great attribute that sets this primary drive ahead of the curve is the triple seal design on the main shaft, as opposed to an industry standard single seal, insuring virtually no leaks. The starter motor shaft accessory plate is removable for an easy starter change-out. The internals utilize an easy-to-replace standard type clutch basket and a compensating sprocket for a smooth power transfer.
Primary |
Drive BBC Enclosed Primary |
Finish |
Polished |
Final Drive |
RSD Belt |
Electrical
We teamed up with Wire-Plus, the industry's leader in motorcycle electronics, to design a wiring harness with no compromises. Combine this harness with the high-end brand name electrical components like the Spyke charging system and the Crane ignition, and we're sure your seat time will be long. You won't be on the side of the road kicking rocks.
Wiring Harness |
BBC-WirePlus |
Charging System |
BBC 40 Amp |
Ignition |
S&S |
Coil |
80,000 Volt Mini |
Starter |
Polished Case & Chrome Covers |
Battery |
Extreme Magna Power AGM |
Frame
The Bear Bones design is unique in that it has an extra stretch in the mid section of the frame behind the transmission. This allows for a low seat height from the oil tank being located behind the tranny as opposed to hanging on top of it. The rider is seated inside the bike as opposed to on top, and is especially comfortable for smaller inseam riders. This ingenious drop seat makes for a motorcycle that feels and handles unbelievably balanced and a blast to ride. The sunken seat allows the rider to be positioned inside the chassis, boasting more control and adding to the unique sensation of riding low to the ground.
The frame is the foundation of the motorcycle's aesthetics and reliability. All our frames are designed and manufactured in house in our San Bernardino facility. Every frame component (e.g. neck, side plates, tank mounts, tranny plate, axle adjusters, etc) are CNC manufactured with precision. Utilizing a 0.250 wall, 1.5” tube steel for the backbone and 0.160 wall, 1.125” tube for the rest of the frame, BBC uses the best steel possible for our frames. All frames are 100% TIG welded for a clean, strong and precise fusion. We think we make a statement about our confidence with a lifetime warranty on the frames we make.
Brand |
BBC Athena Chopper (Pat. #D517451) |
Type |
Softail |
Frame Tube |
0.160" Wall DOM Seamless |
Swingarm |
BBC Devil's Tail (Pat. #D542191) |
Backbone |
Thick 0.250" Wall 3" Stretch |
Downtube |
0.160" Wall 6" Stretch |
Mid Section |
4" Stretch |
Neck Rake |
40° |
Seat Height |
20" from ground |
Wheel Base |
88" axle to axle |
Overall Length |
115" end to end |
Weight |
700 lbs approx. |
Warranty |
Lifetime of Original Owner |
Sheetmetal
Like our frames, our tanks and fenders are designed and manufactured in-house. We produce the sheetmetal with the frame as a unit, then gets 'mock-up' before we hand it over to our painters or ship it out to the unassembled kit customers. We use heavy duty 12 gauge steel for our fenders and 14 gauge steel for the tanks. All tanks are pressure tested and the fenders are computer cut. We guarantee and warranty any leaks from the tanks and cracks in the fenders for your lifetime.
Fuel Tank |
BBC Athena. 4.375 Gallons Carb, 4.25 Gallons EFI |
Gas Cap |
BBC Flush Mount Pop-Up |
Oil Tank |
BBC Athena (Pat. # D512677) |
Rear Fender |
BBC Athena 12 Gauge Steel |
Front Fender |
BBC Pointed 12 Gauge Steel |
Warranty |
Lifetime of Original Owner |
Suspension
Designed and manufactured in-house, our fully chrome frontend is exclusively made for our motorcycles to be aesthetically cool and functionally bomb proof. The BBC logo branded 6° triple trees have what we call a 'smooth mount' design - you don't see the tube and axle nuts on top. And what we mean with the 'hidden axle' - it's a nutless type axle, making the finish smooth. With all our calculations with the frame and frontend, we've landed the front wheel in the sweet spot of the final trail measurement. This allows for a motorcycle with no frontend flop and high speed wobble.
And at the back, there's no better American Made shock to use than the industry's premier shock absorber, Progressive Suspension. The chrome pair of oil dampened shocks produce a good ride, which is just one more reason why our motorcycles out handle and beat the comfort of the other guys bikes.
Frontend |
BBC Smooth Mount Hidden Axle |
Finish |
Chrome |
Triple Tree Rake |
6° |
Trail Length |
3.75" |
Tube Length |
12" Over Stock |
Rear |
Progressive Suspension |
Finish |
Chrome |
Travel |
3" |
Wheels and Brakes
Wheels |
RC Components |
Type |
Forged Aluminum |
Finish |
Polished |
Front Rim |
21" x 2.125" |
Rear Rim |
18" x 10.5" |
Front Tire |
Avon Cobra 90mm |
Rear Tire |
Avon Cobra 300mm |
Front Brake |
P.M. 4-Piston Caliper |
Rear Brake |
BBC-P.M. 4-Piston Caliper |
Accessories
Pipes |
Jardine (Black) |
Bars |
Bear Bones Drag Bars (Black) |
Hand Controls |
Chrome OEM Style |
Dash |
BBC-WirePlus Raw Round Digital |
Grips |
BBC Chrome with Black Rubber |
Foot Controls |
BBC Raw |
Headlight |
BBC Raw |
Signals |
Chrome DOT Approved |
Mirrors |
Chrome DOT Approved |
Seat |
BBC Leather/Vinyl |
Kickstand |
BBC Mid-Mount |
Cables |
Black Coated |
Warranty |
1 year from the Factory. 2 years in Europe. |
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