Motorcycle Apex

Check out this another member from the Big Dog Motorcycles family called, 2008 K-9. Call it C-a-n-i-n-e! This has got sharp looks like a canine and these motorcycles are capable of taking cruising to the next level. It would be every cruiser’s dream to own this K-9!

Available carbureted or with electronic fuel injection, K-9 comes with 12 inch OS forks and 4 inch backbone stretch at 39 degree frame rake and 9 feet long. With base price around $29,900, it also comes with massive 300mm rear tire and hidden shock suspension.

Here are a few 2008 K-9 technical specifications for you,

Factory Warranty…………………………………………………2 Years

Dry Weight - Front…………………………………………………271 lbs

Dry Weight - Rear…………………………………………………430 lbs

Dry Weight - Total…………………………………………………701 lbs

GVWR…………………………………………………1130 lbs

GAWR - Front…………………………………………………390 lbs

GAWR - Rear…………………………………………………740 lbs

Fuel - Total…………………………………………………4.4 Gal

Fuel - Main…………………………………………………4.0 Gal

Fuel - Reserve…………………………………………………0.4 Gal

Oil Capacity…………………………………………………2.875 - 3 Qts

Frame Specs…………………………………………………4″ OS BB, 8″ OS DT

Frame Rake…………………………………………………39 Degrees

Tree Rake…………………………………………………3 Degrees

Trail…………………………………………………4.35″

Front Suspension…………………………………………………41mm Telescopic

Seat Height…………………………………………………24.25″

Ground Clearance…………………………………………………4.0″

Wheel Base…………………………………………………82″

Total Length…………………………………………………108″

Front Brake…………………………………………………PM 4-Piston Diff Bore

Rear Brake…………………………………………………PM 4-Piston

Front Tire…………………………………………………MH90-21 56H

Rear Tire…………………………………………………300/35-R18 87V

Tire Pressure…………………………………………………F-40 psi/R-42 psi

Front Wheel…………………………………………………Billet 21 x 2.15

Rear Wheel…………………………………………………Billet 18 x 10.50

Engine…………………………………………………OHV 45 degree V-Twin

Displacement…………………………………………………117 c.i. (1916cc)

Bore x Stroke…………………………………………………4 1/8″ x 4 3/8″

Compression Ratio…………………………………………………9.6:1

Fuel System…………………………………………………Carbureted or EFI

Transmission…………………………………………………6-Speed

Primary Drive…………………………………………………Chain/Balance Drive

Final Drive…………………………………………………1-1/8″ Belt

Ignition…………………………………………………Electronic Single Fire

Charging Output…………………………………………………40 Amp

Battery Type…………………………………………………Sealed AGM

Battery…………………………………………………270 CCA

We are half way through 2008 and why did I have to pick up 2007 Los Angeles Calendar Bike Show? Simple, because it’s very interesting and, it’s really a massive collection of bike images. A treat for all bike enthusiasts. Check out these auto show pictures… and just be sure you have nothing important to do- you’ll need lots of time.