2010 Samurai Chopper Type 5 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Samurai Chopper's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2010 Samurai Chopper Type 5 pairs a 1337 cc (81.6 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 101.6 x 114.3 mm (4.0 x 4.5 inches) with a 10.1:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Type 5 measures 229.5 kg (506 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 680 mm (26.8 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,600 mm (63 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 8-liter (2.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Samurai Chopper archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2010 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
680 mm (26.8 in)
Engine
Displacement1337.0 ccm (81.58 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression10.1:1
Bore x Stroke101.6 x 114.3 mm (4.0 x 4.5 inches)
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionSemi-transistor
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Exhaust2-into-1
Chassis
Frame TypeRigid Goose Neck. Steel tubes.
Front Suspension74 Springer fork
Wheelbase1600 mm (63.0 inches)
Ground Clearance100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre5.00-16
Rear Tyre5.00-16
Front BrakesSingle disc. HD 1-Piston
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Wilwood 2-P
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight229.5 kg (506.0 pounds)
Seat Height680 mm (26.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height920 mm (36.2 inches)
Overall Length2300 mm (90.6 inches)
Overall Width710 mm (28.0 inches)
Fuel Capacity8.00 litres (2.11 US gallons)
Oil Capacity2.80 litres (2.96 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsSmokeBlue/Black, Yellow/Black, Black
Notes
Made by Zero Engineering, Japan. HD Evolution Engine. Samurai Chopper where formerly named Road Hopper.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
