Flyrite Choppers Scorcher vs Precision Cycle Works Detroit Chopper Softtail (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Flyrite Choppers Scorcherstacks up against the Precision Cycle Works Detroit Chopper Softtail. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecFlyrite Choppers ScorcherPrecision Cycle Works Detroit Chopper Softtail
Model year20092009
Price$18,999
Engine1573 cc1573 cc
Seat height24 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. FRC 4-pistonSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. FRC 2-pistonSingle disc
Tires3.00-21 / MT90-60 90/90-21 / 250-18

Flyrite Choppers Scorcher vs Precision Cycle Works Detroit Chopper Softtail — which should you buy?

Picking between the Flyrite Choppers Scorcher and the Precision Cycle Works Detroit Chopper Softtail usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Flyrite Choppers Scorcher brings its published horsepower, while the Precision Cycle Works Detroit Chopper Softtail counters with its own power figure.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: