2008 American IronHorse Texas Chopper Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around American IronHorse's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2008 American IronHorse Texas Chopper utilizes a 1819 cc (111 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 111 HP (81 kW) while maximum torque reaches 155.9 Nm (115 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 61 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Texas Chopper measures 318 kg (701 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.35 HP/kg (2.86 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 2,134 mm (84 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 13.24-liter (3.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's American IronHorse archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2007 to 2009, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
61 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.35 HP/kg (2.86 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement1819.0 ccm (111.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power111.0 HP (81.0 kW))
Torque155.9 Nm (15.9 kgf-m or 115.0 ft.lbs)
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Chassis
Rake42.0°
Front SuspensionTelescopic
Rear SuspensionTwin Sided Swing Arm
Wheelbase2134 mm (84.0 inches)
Ground Clearance109 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-H21
Rear Tyre280/35-V18
Front BrakesDouble disc. 4-piston polished calipers
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Power
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Torque
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
