Precision Cycle Works Detroit Cruiser vs Precision Cycle Works Detroit Roadster (2009)

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

Spec comparison

SpecPrecision Cycle Works Detroit CruiserPrecision Cycle Works Detroit Roadster
Model year20092009
Price
Engine1573 cc1573 cc
Fuel capacity5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Wilwood brake calipers with polished S.S. rotors.Single disc. Wilwood brake calipers with polished S.S. rotors.
Rear brakesSingle disc. Wilwood brake calipers with polished S.S. rotors.Single disc. Wilwood brake calipers with polished S.S. rotors.
Tires90/90-21 / 250-18 90/90-21 / 250-18

Precision Cycle Works Detroit Cruiser vs Precision Cycle Works Detroit Roadster — which should you buy?

Picking between the Precision Cycle Works Detroit Cruiser and the Precision Cycle Works Detroit Roadster usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Precision Cycle Works Detroit Cruiser brings its published horsepower, while the Precision Cycle Works Detroit Roadster 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: