Positioned in Samurai Chopper's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2009 Samurai Chopper Type 5 Shovel utilizes a 1337 cc (81.6 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. 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 Shovel measures 240 kg (529 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.
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 SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionSemi-transistor
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeZero Engineering Original Rigid Goose Neck
Front Suspension74 Springer
Wheelbase1600 mm (63.0 inches)
Ground Clearance100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre5.00-16
Rear Tyre5.00-16
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight240.0 kg (529.1 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 & kick
Color OptionsSmokey Blue/Black, Bright Yellow/Black, Real Black
Notes
Made by Japanese Zero Engineering. S and S engine. Samurai Chopper where formerly named Road Hopper.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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