Custom - Cruiser · 2010

El Diablo Swingarm

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MotoLibrary Score

100 /100 Exceptional

Engine

2032 ccm

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Performance & Handling Profile High-Output Sport / Track Performer

El Diablo Swingarm Performance & Handling Ratings

Power

95/100

2032 cc

Torque

95/100

~187 Nm

Agility

78/100

154 kg dry

Ergonomics

68/100

Standard

Range

58/100

Standard

Tires, Oil & Maintenance Specs 2010 Factory Reference

El Diablo Swingarm Tire Size, Oil & Service Capacities

🛞 Front Tire Size

80/90-21

Pressure: 2.5 bar (36 psi)

🛞 Rear Tire Size

250/50-18

Pressure: 2.9 bar (42 psi)

🛢️ Engine Oil & Capacity

SAE 10W-40 / 10W-50 Synthetic 4T (API SN / JASO MA2)

Capacity: 3.60 litres (3.80 US quarts)

⛓️ Final Drive & Chain

Chain 530

6-speed

⚡ Spark Plugs & Battery

NGK CR9E /CR9EIA-9 / DPR8EA-9

Battery: 12V 12Ah / 14Ah (YTX12-BS / YTX14-BS / YTZ14S)

📏 Seat Height & Mass

166.9 kg (368.0 pounds)

Wet weight: 166.9 kg (368.0 pounds)

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Engine

Displacement 2032.1 ccm (124.00 cubic inches)

Engine Type V2, four-stroke

Engine Details V2, four-stroke

Valves/Cylinder 2

Fuel System Injection

Fuel Control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)

Ignition Digital transistorized (TCI / ECU)

Lubrication Wet sump forced lubrication with oil cooler

Transmission

Gearbox 6-speed

Clutch Multiplate wet clutch, cable/hydraulic operated

Driveline O-ring / X-ring chain final drive

Chain Size 530

Performance

Exhaust WCC, about 5 styles to choose from.

Chassis

Rake 38.0°

Front Suspension Telescopic fork

Rear Suspension Softail style swingarm

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tyre 80/90-21

Rear Tyre 250/50-18

Front Tire Pressure 2.5 bar (36 psi)

Rear Tire Pressure 2.9 bar (42 psi)

Front Brakes Single disc. Bremo, 4-piston

Rear Brakes Single disc. Bremo, 4-piston

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight 154.0 kg (339.5 pounds)

Weight incl. 166.9 kg (368.0 pounds)

Oil Capacity 3.60 litres (3.80 US quarts)

Service & Fluids

Engine Oil SAE 10W-40 / 10W-50 Synthetic 4T (API SN / JASO MA2)

Brake Fluid DOT 4

Spark Plugs NGK CR9E /CR9EIA-9 / DPR8EA-9

Battery 12V 12Ah / 14Ah (YTX12-BS / YTX14-BS / YTZ14S)

Other

Starter Electric

Electrical 12V 12Ah / 14Ah (YTX12-BS / YTX14-BS / YTZ14S)

Notes

S and S engine, 113ci or 124ci (Evolution). Baker 6 speed right side drive. Rivera Primo 3 and #8243; “Brute IV” transmission. Custom between 2 and #8243; and 6 and #8243; stretch usually 38 degree rake. WCC Foot controls (Mids or forwards) Brembo hand controls.

Data-Driven Buyer Verdict Evaluated from 2010 OEM specs & class benchmarks

2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm Pros, Cons, Recalls & Verdict

✓ Pros & Key Strengths

Manageable 166.9 kg (368 lbs) curb mass makes low-speed filtering and garage parking effortless.
Balanced Custom - Cruiser chassis geometry with proven OEM componentry.
Broad aftermarket tire and service parts availability for the 2010 West Coast Choppers platform.

! Cons & Buyer Considerations

As a 2010 model-year machine, buyers should inspect rubber brake lines, charging voltage, and suspension seals closely.
Stock suspension preload and damping should be dialed in for your specific rider weight and luggage load.

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Technical Overview

2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm Technical Analysis, Chassis Review & Ownership Overview

Engineered by West Coast Choppers for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm features a 2032.1 cc (124 cu in) v2, four-stroke configuration. Internal cylinder geometry specifies 2 valves per cylinder, fuel delivery managed via injection.

On the scales, the El Diablo Swingarm lists a dry weight of 154 kg (340 lbs) and a ready-to-ride wet curb mass of 166.9 kg (368 lbs).

Chassis suspension hardware on the 2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm is configured for predictable road feedback with front suspension handled by Telescopic fork and rear damping managed via Softail style swingarm. Braking performance is delivered by single disc, bremo, 4-piston up front paired with single disc, bremo, 4-piston at the rear. Factory rolling stock mounts a 80/90-21 front tire and a 250/50-18 rear tire, sizing the contact patch for predictable turn-in grip and replacement tire availability.

Routine workshop maintenance calls for recommended SAE 10W-40 / 10W-50 Synthetic 4T (API SN / JASO MA2) engine oil (3.60 litres (3.80 US quarts)), NGK CR9E /CR9EIA-9 / DPR8EA-9 spark plugs, cold tire pressures of 2.5 bar (36 psi) front / 2.9 bar (42 psi) rear. Buyers cross-shopping the 2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm in the Custom - Cruiser segment most frequently benchmark its horsepower, seat height, and curb weight against the Yamaha YBR125 Custom (2013), Yamaha YBR125 Custom (2012), Yamaha YBR125 Custom (2011).

Tire Combination

80/90-21 / 250/50-18

About These 2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm Specifications & Data Sources: Technical data for the 2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm is compiled from manufacturer OEM service sheets and type-approval records by the MotoLibrary Editorial Team. Performance ratings, seat-height ergonomics, A1/A2 license eligibility, gearing speeds, and ownership cost estimates are calculated across MotoLibrary's database of 43,881+ motorcycles using power-to-weight (HP/kg) ratios and factory chassis dimensions.

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Seat Height & Ergonomics Seat: 800 mm (31.5 in)

El Diablo Swingarm Seat Height & Rider Height Fit

Rider Height 175 cm (5'9")

Leg Inseam 79 cm (31.1")

Footwear Sole:

🟢 Balls of Both Feet (Secure)

Est. Knee Angle: ~92°

Quick Height Reference (800 mm Saddle + 38 mm Seat Width Arc):

163cm (5'4")

1-Foot Only

170cm (5'7")

Tip-Toe

178cm (5'10")

Balls of Feet

185cm (6'1")

Flat-Foot

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License & Power Limit Check Full A License (Unrestricted)

El Diablo Swingarm A1, A2 & LAMS License Compatibility

Exceeds A1/A2 learner limits (>70 kW or >0.20 kW/kg). Requires an unrestricted Category A motorcycle license.

Output (kW / HP)

N/A

Power / Weight

Standard

LAMS Ratio

N/A

🇪🇺 EU/UK A1 (≤11kW) ✗ No

🇪🇺 EU/UK A2 (≤35kW) ✗ Full A Only

🇦🇺 AU/NZ LAMS (≤150kW/t) ✗ Exceeds

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* EU Directive 2006/126/EC requires ≤35 kW (47.5 HP), ≤0.20 kW/kg wet weight, and a factory base model not exceeding 70 kW (95 HP) for A2 restriction. Always verify VIN homologation on your registration certificate.

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Engine Design & Chassis Dimensions OEM Specs

El Diablo Swingarm Engine Stroke, RPM & Steering Geometry

Mean Piston Speed (@ 9,500 RPM)

Standard Street Velocity

Standard Factory Thermal Load

Bore × Stroke Architecture

OEM Spec

Balanced Street Engine Architecture

Steering Rake & Trail

38° Rake

Relaxed High-Speed Straight-Line Stability

Wheelbase & Stability

Standard Wheelbase

Balanced street/canyon wheelbase

Engine Note: Mean piston speed (v_m = 2 × Stroke × RPM / 60) measures piston travel velocity at peak power. Values under 18.5 m/s indicate low inertial stress on connecting rods and rings; values above 21.5 m/s approach Formula 1 / MotoGP velocities.

Sprockets, Chain & Cruising RPM Base: 16T / 43T (2.69:1) · Class Ref

El Diablo Swingarm Sprocket Ratio, RPM & Top Speed

Front Sprocket 16T (0)

Rear Sprocket 43T (0)

Final Ratio

2.69:1

0.0% (Factory Stock)

100 / 120 km/h RPM

Top gear est.

Geared V-Max

~180 km/h

Rule of Thumb: Dropping 1 tooth in the front (-1T) equals roughly adding +2.7 to +3 teeth on the rear sprocket, boosting wheel torque by ~6–7% at the cost of higher highway cruising RPM.

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Tire Pressure & Suspension Travel Travel: 125mm F / 130mm R

El Diablo Swingarm Tire Pressure (PSI / Bar) & Suspension Sag

1. Riding Setup Mode:

2. Payload / Passenger Load:

Target Rider Sag (F / R)

38 mm Front · 39 mm Rear

Free (Static) Sag target: 10–15 mm

Cold Tire Pressure (F / R)

36 / 42 PSI

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### 2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm — Key Specs & Telemetry
| Parameter | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Category** | Custom - Cruiser |
| **Displacement** | 2032.1 ccm (124.00 cubic inches) |
| **Power Output** | N/A |
| **Torque** | N/A |
| **Seat Height** | 800 mm |
| **Weight (Dry / Wet)** | 154.0 kg (339.5 pounds) / 166.9 kg (368.0 pounds) |
| **Mean Piston Speed** | Standard |
| **EU A2 License Status** | Full A License (Unrestricted) |
| **Source & Full Telemetry** | https://motolibrary.com/bikes/west-coast-choppers/el-diablo-swingarm/2010 |

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Running & Fuel Cost Estimate

El Diablo Swingarm Annual Fuel, Maintenance & Ownership Cost

Annual km

Fuel Price ($/L)

Fuel Consumption (L/100km) — estimated

⛽ Fuel

per year

🔧 Maintenance

per year

🛡️ Insurance

per year

TOTAL

* Estimates only. Actual costs vary by country, riding habits, insurance provider and maintenance schedule.

Quick Buyer Answers

2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm have any official safety recalls?

No model-year recall summary is currently flagged in our editorial audit for the 2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm. Always run the 17-digit steering-head VIN through NHTSA or DVSA before purchasing a used motorcycle.

What is the seat height and weight of the 2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm?

The 2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm has a seat height of 800 mm, a dry weight of 154.0 kg (339.5 pounds), and a wet/curb weight of 166.9 kg (368.0 pounds).

Is the 2010 West Coast Choppers El Diablo Swingarm EU A2 or LAMS license legal?

License classification: Full A License (Unrestricted). Exceeds A1/A2 learner limits (>70 kW or >0.20 kW/kg). Requires an unrestricted Category A motorcycle license.

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