Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo vs Von Dutch Flying Dutchman (2009)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evostacks up against the Von Dutch Flying Dutchman. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo | Von Dutch Flying Dutchman |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2009 | 2009 |
| Price | $23,950 | — |
| Engine | 1852 cc | 1852 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 124 hp |
| Weight | 230 kg | 217 kg |
| Seat height | 27 mm | 21 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.1 L | — |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. HD 1-Piston | — |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Wilwood 2-P | Single disc. Brembo Floating Rotor w/ chrome centers |
| Tires | 500-16 / 500-16 | 90/90-21 / 180-18 |
Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo vs Von Dutch Flying Dutchman — which should you buy?
Picking between the Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo and the Von Dutch Flying Dutchman usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo brings its published horsepower in a 230 kg package, while the Von Dutch Flying Dutchman counters with 124 hp at 217 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: