Big Bear Chopper 2009 Manuale utente
BIG BEAR CHOPPERS STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT
YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE MATERIAL BEFORE
YOU RIDE YOUR NEW BIG BEAR CHOPPER MOTORCYCLE.
YOUR BBC MOTORCYCLE IS A THING OF BEAUTY, BUT
MORE, IT’S A MACHINE THAT REQUIRES YOUR ATTENTION
EVERY NOW AND THEN FOR OPTIMUM MOTORCYCLE LIFE,
PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY.
Version 7/30/08
SECTION 1 General Information
1.0 Warranty Registration
1.1 Starting Your Bike
1.2 Initial Break-in Procedure
1.3 Vehicle Identication
1.4 General Safety Tips
1.5 Kit BIkes and Rolling Chassis
SECTION 2 Major Components
2.0 Handlebar Controls
2.1 Shifting System
2.2 Braking System
2.3 Electrical System
2.4 Fuel System
SECTION 3 Maintenance & Storage
3.0 Inspection Overview
3.1 Fluids Inspection
3.2 Wheel/Tire Inspection
3.3 General Inspection
3.4 Drivetrain Overview
3.5 Trouble Shooting
3.6 Maintenance Overview
3.7 Maintenance Schedule
3.8 Maintenance Records
3.9 Storage
3.10 General Cleaning
SECTION 4 Warranty
4.0 Warranty
4.1 Kit Bikes and Rolling Chassis
4.2 Reporting Safety Defects
4.3 Notice of Warranty Dispute Resolution
SECTION 5 Warnings
5.0 Warnings
We want to say thank you for purchasing a Big
Bear Chopper. With your purchase comes a
commitment on our side to provide you with
support and professional customer service
for you and your bike. We developed this
Owner’s Manual to acquaint you with the
care and maintenance of your motorcycle
and to provide you with important safety
information. These instructions were put
together for the safety, performance and
pleasure of riding your Big Bear Chopper.
We want to acquaint you with your Big
Bear Chopper components. We want to
advise you of the break-in procedure
to obtain maximum life of your Big
Bear Chopper. Included in this manual
is a maintenance schedule and service
tips to maintain your bike properly. We
provide you with safety and riding tips
from seasoned riders. This manual
provides a central place to keep all
data, records, warranty info etc.
for your Big Bear Chopper. We
know how hard it is to read
product manuals, but we as-
sure you that it’s worth it.
Dig in...
Kevin & Mona Alsop
(Owners of BBC)
This manual should never leave the bike. If you decide to sell the bike, it should go with it in
order to provide a history of the bike and additional information to the new owner. This Owner’s
Manual was created for every bike in the eet. Some of the equipment described may not be
standard on your bike, but is on another. The information in this manual is based on the most
current production information available at the time of printing. Big Bear American Made Chop-
pers, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to their motorcycles without notice or obligation. As
a rst time owner of your bike, or a subsequent owner, complete the warranty registration form
and mail it in to us if your dealer has not done this for you
The engine and transmission identication numbers are assigned to the bike when it gets built.
These assigned numbers become a permanent part of the motorcycle’s identication. The en-
gine identication number can be located on the upper left of the engine case and the transmis-
sion identication number is found on the top righthand side of the case.
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
TRANSMISSION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER [VIN]:
(stamped 17 digit number located between the regulator and engine on the front engine mount of the frame)
Owner’s Name: ______________________________________________________________
Address: ___________________________________________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________ Purchase Date: __________________
Vehicle Identification
2009 OWNER’S MANUAL [WARRANTY REGISTRATION]
TO REGISTER YOUR WARRANTY, PLEASE COMPLETE THIS WARRANTY DOCUMENT,
PHOTOCOPY AND MAIL TO BIG BEAR CHOPPERS ONLY IF YOU YOUR DEALER HAS
NOT DONE THIS.
BIG BEAR CHOPPERS
WARRANTY DEPARTMENT
PO BOX 1741
BIG BEAR LAKE, CA
92315
OWNER’S NAME ____________________________________________________________
ADDRESS __________________________________________________________________
CITY ____________________________________ STATE _______________ ZIP _________
PHONE ____________________________________EMAIL __________________________
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
(stamped 17 digit number located between the regulator and engine on the front engine mount of the frame)
YEAR & MODEL OF YOUR BIKE________________________________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE ________________________________________________________
MILES AT PURCHASE ________________________________________________________
BUILDER OF YOUR BIKE______________________________________________________
SIGNATURE OF OWNER ______________________________________________________
PURCHASE PRICE ___________________________________________________________
WARRANTY IS TRANSFERABLE ONLY WITH AUTHORIZATION FROM BIG BEAR CHOPPERS, INC.
1.0 Warranty Registration
COLD STARTING PROCEDURE FOR CARBURETED MODELS:
Make certain the bike is in neutral.
Turn fuel petcock to the ON position.
Turn ignition switch to the ON position.
Depress handlebar ENGINE STOP switch to the RUN position.
Prime the motor with two twists of the throttle.
Lift up on carburetor enrichener half way.
Depress start button for no more than ve seconds at a time until the engine starts.
Keep the engine running at fast idle or 1500 RPM using the throttle.
Depress the enrichener back to the pre-start position when the engine has achieved a constant
and steady speed.
If the enrichener is left in the starting position, the spark plugs will foul, causing poor engine per-
formance and / or failed engine start.
Allow engine to warm approximately one to two minutes before riding.
NOTE: A battery discharges up to 2% per day when idle. If your motorcycle is not ridden for ap-
proximately for a month, the battery may not have sufcient charge to start your motorcycle.
Big Bear Choppers does not recommend using a standard automotive battery charger as battery
failure is not covered under warranty.
HOT ENGINE START:
Use the same procedure as cold start. Do not prime the engine with two (2) twists of the throttle
and do not engage the carburetor enrichener.
SHUTTING DOWN:
Use the ENGINE STOP SWITCH on the right handlebar to shut off the engine. Turn the ignition key
switch to the “OFF” position. Turn the fuel petcock to the “OFF” position.
1.1 Starting and Stopping your Engine
COLD STARTING PROCEDURE FOR ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTED MODELS:
Make certain the bike is in neutral.
Turn ignition switch to the ON position.
Depress handlebar ENGINE STOP switch to the RUN position.
Wait a few seconds until the fuel lines are pressurized.
Depress start button for no more than ve seconds at a time until the engine starts.
Allow engine to warm approximately one to two minutes before riding.
NOTE: A battery discharges up to 2% per day when idle. If your motorcycle is not ridden for ap-
proximately for a month, the battery may not have sufcient charge to start your motorcycle.
Big Bear Choppers does not recommend using a standard automotive battery charger as battery
failure is not covered under warranty.
HOT ENGINE START:
Use the same procedure as cold start.
SHUTTING DOWN:
Use the ENGINE STOP SWITCH on the right handlebar to shut off the engine. Turn the ignition key
switch to the “OFF” position.
1.1 Starting and Stopping your Engine
KEY SWITCH POSITIONS
There are two ignition key positions. When the key is horizontal, or sideways, the ignition is
OFF and you can take out the key in this position. Vertical, or up, the ignition is ON and the key
should not be able to be removed. After shutting down the engine, always turn the switch to the
OFF position. If you leave the ignition ON, the lights will run down the battery. Always lock the
ignition and remove the key from the bike when you leave. Don’t make it easy for somebody to
steel your bike. Because believe us, everyone wants your Big Bear Chopper!
ENGINE RPM CONTROL
During the break in period of your new motorcycle, gure out the relationship of the clutch and
the throttle. Try not to over-rev the engine (especially when shifting). Do not “speed shift” or shift
without using the clutch. The throttle should be closed and the clutch disengaged when shifting
gears either up or down. It’s very easy to exceed engine maximum RPM during acceleration in
rst and second gear.
The motorcycle should NOT be run for long periods at a constant RPM during the initial break in pe-
riod. Varying the RPM will help the engine during this crucial period and help prolong engine life.
1.2 Initial Break-in Procedure
CAUTION: If You Are Not An Experienced Rider,
Take Instruction from a Qualied Instructor Before
Riding Your Big Bear Chopper
If you leave your engine idling with inadequate airow over the engine, it may cause overheating
and permanent damage to the engine. Excessive stop and go riding and long periods of idling
should be avoided during the break-in period. Unlike an auto’s engine, your standard V-Twin
engine is air cooled. It relies on the constant ow of air from riding above rst gear.
INITIAL ENGINE BREAK-IN:
Your engine will give you excellent performance from the very rst miles. In the rst 3000 miles
of your new engine, all the internal component wear is critical. Obey the break-in guidelines to
assure future performance, durability, and to keep your warranty. You bought something you
will respect and cherish, so it is up to you to help protect that investment. It is your (the owner)
responsibility not to exceed the maximum RPMs during the break-in period.
FIRST 3000 MILES:
Do not rev higher than 4000 RPM at any time in or out of gear.
Do not lug the engine below 2000 RPM in any gear.
Follow the prescribed maintenance schedules.
Avoid riding at a constant RPM for a prolonged period of time.
Varying the RPM between 2000 and 4000 will prolong the life of your new engine.
AFTER 3000 MILES:
Follow the prescribed maintenance schedule located in Section 3 (Maintenance and Storage).
As the engine, drive train and other components wear with one another during the initial riding
period, lubricating uids collect small particles. So the rst 500-mile service is critical. It is rec-
ommended that you replace those lubricants to maximize the life and performance of your Big
Bear Chopper.
1.2 Initial Break-in Procedure
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