The guys from Big Bear are among the best in the business when it comes to chopper manufacturers. Their bikes have all they need to win a rider’s heart and there’s no wonder why the Big Bear choppers have a lot of fans.
One of the latest custom models presented by Big Bear is the 2013 Reaper Chopper, a true beast when it comes to power, but a real beauty when it comes to looks.
The motorcycle features a traditional American character and mixes the old school style with modern technologies. At the heart of the Reaper lies Big Bear’s proprietary low vibration V111 polished engine which puts out 115.8 bhp and 122.8 lb/ft of torque. You also get a capable Baker 6-speed overdrive transmission, exclusive primary drive, chrome frontend and controls, and a stiff yet light frame.
Hit the jump for more information on the Big Bear Choppers Reaper Chopper.
2013 Big Bear Choppers Reaper Chopper
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- Model: 2013 Big Bear Choppers Reaper Chopper
- Engine/Motor: BBC-S&S V111™ Carb Evolution
- Horsepower: 115
- Torque: 122
- Transmission: 6 Speed Manual
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Overview
This beautiful beast is the firstborn among its brothers that launched the Big Bear Choppers brand of motorcycles in 2002. This ambitious motorcycle is built around the 250mm wide tire with a rigid appearance. If you’re in the market for a tough, traditional all American modernistic chopper with today’s technology, look no further. The spider web theme throughout the Reaper adds to the rebellious demeanor of it’s presence. This chopper handles remarkably well due to our extensive R&D. Our frame and frontend calculations are ‘to the tee’ with the final trail measurement, resulting in no frontend flop or high speed wobble. With the Reaper’s lower than standard seat height and pullback handlebars, this mad mechanical pony can be tamed by riders ranging from 5 foot 6 to 6 foot 3 with easy success. Standard components include the proprietary low vibration V111™ polished engine in front of a Baker 6-speed overdrive transmission, exclusive primary drive, chrome frontend and controls, and it keeps going. The Reaper… it’s an all American rebel machine. Be as powerful as you can be.
Design Features
-Traditional Chopper dual downtube design
-Tall Chopper style neck height with an obtainable yet appealing 40° rake
- Low seat of 23.5” that enables low speed confidence and maneuverability
-Spider web theme with web gusset, web decorated oil tank and swingarm
- Sleek large capacity tear-drop style fuel tank
-Exclusive Reaper™ swingarm
-Stylistic and ergonomically sound handlebars
Component Features
-V111™ Low Vibration Polished Engine at 122.8 lbs. of Torque
-6-Speed Left-Side Drive Polished Transmission
-BBC Enclosed Primary
-Forged Billet Wheel Choice with 21” Front and 250mm Rear Tire
-4-Piston Caliper Brakes
-Chrome Frontend with Hidden Axle Design
- Chrome Foot and Hand Controls
-Chrome Digital Dash
-Chrome Tuned Exhaust
Factory Options
- Wheel Design Choice
-BDL Open Belt Drive
- Chrome Wheels and Brake Calipers
-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 |
Polished Case & Chrome Covers |
Drive |
Left Side |
Gears |
6-Speed Overdrive |
Warranty |
2 Year / 24,000 Mile |
Drivetrain
Keeping with the mind set 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.
The final drive for our G.T.X. is a thick, reliable belt for the ultimate smooth ride.
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 Reaper frame is based on a traditional chopper design with a spider web theme. The web gusset in the neck holds a design trademark patent. And if you look close, you'll find a web pattern in the axle adjusters.
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 Reaper Chopper |
Type |
Softail |
Frame Tube |
0.160" Wall DOM Seamless |
Special |
Spider Web Gusset (Reg. #2926236) |
Backbone |
Thick 0.250" Wall 3" Stretch |
Downtube |
0.160" Wall 6" Stretch |
Neck Rake |
40° |
Seat Height |
23" from ground |
Wheel Base |
83" axle to axle |
Overall Length |
111" 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 Reaper. 5.875 Gallons |
Gas Cap |
BBC Flush Mount Pop-Up |
Oil Tank |
BBC Reaper Spider Web accented Round |
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 Smooth Mount Hidden Axle |
Finish |
Chrome |
Triple Tree Rake |
6° |
Trail Length |
3.75" |
Tube Length |
10" Over Stock |
Rear |
Progressive Suspension |
Travel |
3" |
Wheels and Brakes
Wheels |
RC Components |
Type |
Forged Aluminum |
Finish |
Polished |
Front Rim |
21" x 2.125" |
Rear Rim |
18" x 8.5" |
Front Tire |
Avon Cobra 90mm |
Rear Tire |
Avon Cobra 250mm |
Front Brake |
P.M. 4-Piston Caliper |
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 |
BBC Chrome Baffled Radius Design |
Bars |
BBC Chrome Reaper |
Hand Controls |
Chrome OEM Style |
Dash |
BBC-WirePlus Chrome Round Digital |
Grips |
BBC Chrome with Black Rubber |
Foot Controls |
BBC Chrome |
Headlight |
BBC Chrome |
Signals |
Chrome DOT Approved |
Mirrors |
Chrome DOT Approved |
Seat |
BBC Leather/Vinyl |
Kickstand |
BBC Mid-Mount |
Cables |
Goodridge Stainless Steel Clear Coated |
Warranty |
1 year from the Factory. 2 years in Europe. |
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