Big Dog Chopper
American IronHorse vs. Big Dog (Choppers only)
I've done a ton of research and have narrowed my choices down to the American IronHorse Texas Chopper and the Big Dog Chopper. I'm having a hard time deciding which one is better. Any additional info about either one would be greatly appreciated.
Talking points:
*Aftermarket parts
*Factory Warranty
*Factory support
*Reliability issues
*Fun factor
and anything else that may come to mind that you feel is important info. Thanks.
PS-Currently I'm leaning towards the Texas chopper. Also if you feel there is a viable AMERICAN MADE alternative to either of these manufacturers please give reasons why and details of the above criteria.
I used to work as a mechanic for a custom bike shop that dealt with several different brands of choppers. They were a dealer for APC, Ironworks, Iron Horse, and Swift. They also did repairs on other brands. While there I had a chance to work on a couple of Big Dog choppers along with many Iron Horse bikes. Out of all the bikes we worked with I consider Iron Horse and Big Dog to be some of the best out there. I loved dealing with Iron Horse as they really provide a lot of proper maintenance documentation (we got very little from the other companies we were a dealer for). One thing that I think is the biggest problem with custom choppers is the wiring. Iron Horse went the extra mile and in my opinion did a great job making proper wiring harnesses for their bikes. If a bike came out of the crate with any chrome or paint issues they were real quick to send new parts to correct the problem.
Big Dog also does a good job as far as warranty stuff and they designed a new primary set-up that allows you to replace the starter without having to take the primary apart.
IIRC both bikes run S&S engines. They make some really good stuff and usually don't give much problems.
As far as aftermarket parts both bikes use standard Softail forward control mounts so just about any aftermarket Softail forward control setup will fit. The tripple trees are also standard Harley stuff so any handlebar setup will fit.
The last thing on your list (the "fun factor") is a hard one to nail down. They look great but to me they are not fun. I like bikes that you can lean in to a corner with. But the super wide tires on the choppers will just laugh at you if you try to take a corner faster then a car. They're great in a straight line but I hated making turns with them as it didn't take much before you were scraping the pavement with a part of the bike. So I can't help you much in that category.
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