Precision Cycle Works Detroit Chopper Rigid vs American Eagle Raven (2009)

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

Spec comparison

SpecPrecision Cycle Works Detroit Chopper RigidAmerican Eagle Raven
Model year20092009
Price
Engine1573 cc1573 cc
Weight272 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. 4-piston cali
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires90/90-21 / 250-18 90/90-21 / 180/55-18

Precision Cycle Works Detroit Chopper Rigid vs American Eagle Raven — which should you buy?

Picking between the Precision Cycle Works Detroit Chopper Rigid and the American Eagle Raven usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Precision Cycle Works Detroit Chopper Rigid brings its published horsepower, while the American Eagle Raven counters with its own power figure at 272 kg.

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: