The guys from Big Bear Choppers are famous for their exclusivist choppers and their products were always able to stand out from the crowd thanks to their attractive style and capable engines.
The fresh 2013 Merc Softail makes no exception and was born from BBC’s desire to develop a bold, comfortable and stylish chopper.
One of the most distinctive features of the 2013 Big Bear Choppers Merc Softail is its exaggerated extended springer which helps it attract a lot of attention.
Other notable features include the aggressive 48 degree neck rake, a pair of old school spoke wheels, swooping swingarm, patented contour fuel tank and the long reaching springer frontend.
BBC says that despite its fancy design, the Merc Softail offers a very good handling being able to deal great with corners and low speed maneuvering.
Hit the jump for more information on the 2013 Big Bear Choppers Merc Softail.
2013 Big Bear Choppers Merc Softail
- Make: Array
- Model: 2013 Big Bear Choppers Merc Softail
- Engine/Motor: BBC-S&S V111™ Carb Evolution
- Horsepower: 115
- Torque: 122
- Transmission: 6 Speed Manual
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Overview
Want the same mean and nasty look of the Merc Rigid, but still need your kidneys? Then the Merc Softail is the ride for you. Thanks to the rear suspension, this mad Merc allows you to still make a bold statement on the road while experiencing a much smoother ride than it’s hard brother. The exaggerated extended springer is liberally responsible for making this chopper very impressive in the parking lots and pounding the pavements. You, and everybody else will be surprised how well this bike takes corners and the low speed maneuvering without taking your feet of the pegs for balance. With her radius dual downtube, a bold 48 degree neck rake, timeless spoke wheels, swooping swingarm, patented contour fuel tank and the long reaching springer frontend, this vintage inspired chopper flashes a new school flavor. The Merc’s style and elegance leaves you and everybody else breathless, its power and control on long straights and in bends will leave you yearning for more. You may want to check your pulse now.
Design Features
-Tall Chopper style neck height with an aggressive 48° rake for the ultimate statement on the road
-Low seat of 23.5” that enables low speed confidence and maneuverability
-Radius dual downtube and stretched backbone to achieve the chopper stance
-Impressive extended Merc™ springer frontend
-Retro inspired round oil tank
-Patented distinctive fuel tank
Component Features
-V111™ Low Vibration Engine at 122.8 lbs.
of Torque
- 5-Speed Right-Side Drive Polished Transmission
- BBC Enclosed Primary
-60 Spoke Stainless Steel Wheels with 21” Front
and 250mm Rear Tire
- 4-Piston Caliper Brakes
- Long 20” Over Stock Springer Frontend
-Chrome Digital Dash
-Chrome Tuned Exhaust
Factory Options
-Polished Engine
-6-Speed Transmission
-BDL Open Belt Drive
-Billet Wheels
- Red Rims and Hubs for Spoke Wheels
-Standard or Custom Paint Scheme
Specifications
Option #1 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 Electronic Fuel Injection |
Air Cleaner |
S&S Tear Drop |
Oil Pump |
S&S High Volume |
Warranty |
2 Year / 20,000 Mile |
Transmission
This is still the best built tranny 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 |
Natural Finish Case with Chrome Covers |
Drive |
Right Side |
Gears |
5-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 Belt |
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 Merc Series motorcycles are our most aggressive chopper in our fleet with a 48° raked neck and style to kill. The double barrel shotgun type radius downtube is a very unique element in the frame design.
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 Merc Rigid |
Type |
Rigid |
Frame Tube |
0.160" Wall DOM Seamless |
Backbone |
Thick 0.250" Wall, 3" Stretch |
Downtube |
0.160" Wall, 6" Stretch |
Neck Rake |
48° |
Seat Height |
23" from ground |
Wheel Base |
88" axle to axle |
Overall Length |
116" end to end |
Weight |
650 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 Merc (Pat. #512951). 3.875 Gallons |
Gas Cap |
BBC Flush Mount Pop-Up |
Oil Tank |
BBC Merc 14 Gauge Steel |
Rear Fender |
BBC Standard 12 Gauge Steel |
Front Fender |
BBC Standard 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 Merc Springer |
Finish |
Raw for Kits, Painted/Chrome for Builds |
Triple Tree Rake |
2° |
Trail Length |
3.75" |
Lengh Length |
18" Over Stock |
Travel |
3" |
Wheels and Brakes
Wheels |
RC Components |
Type |
Stainless Steel Spokes, Chrome Rim & Hub |
Finish |
Polished |
Front Rim |
21" x 3.5" |
Rear Rim |
18" x 8.5" |
Front Tire |
Avon Cobra 120mm |
Rear Tire |
Avon Cobra 300mm |
Front Brake |
Dual Disc with P.M. 4-Piston Calipers |
Rear Brake |
P.M. 4-Piston Caliper |
Accessories
This is where a lot of manufacturers cut corners to cut costs. Well, we don't. In fact, we march though every corner of the motorcycle's manufacturing, assembly and component selection without a doubt that we are providing to you the best possible bike for your money.
Pipes |
Chrome 2 into 1 Baffled EPA Approved |
Bars |
BBC V-Bar |
Hand Controls |
Chrome OEM Style |
Dash |
Dakota Digital 5011 |
Grips |
Chrome with Black Rubber |
Foot Controls |
BBC Chrome |
Headlight |
Chrome |
Signals |
Chrome DOT Approved |
Mirrors |
Chrome DOT Approved |
Seat |
BBC-High End |
Kickstand |
BBC Mid-Mount |
Cables |
Goodridge Stainless Steel Clear Coated |
Warranty 1 year from the Factory. 2 years in Europe. |
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