Samurai Chopper Type 9 Shogun vs Harley-Davidson FXLR 1340 Low Rider Custom (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Samurai Chopper Type 9 Shogunstacks up against the Harley-Davidson FXLR 1340 Low Rider Custom. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSamurai Chopper Type 9 ShogunHarley-Davidson FXLR 1340 Low Rider Custom
Model year20091992
Price
Engine1337 cc1337 cc
Horsepower49 hp
Weight250 kg
Seat height25 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires4.50-18 / 5.00-16 MH 90-19 / MT 90-16

Samurai Chopper Type 9 Shogun vs Harley-Davidson FXLR 1340 Low Rider Custom — which should you buy?

Picking between the Samurai Chopper Type 9 Shogun and the Harley-Davidson FXLR 1340 Low Rider Custom usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Samurai Chopper Type 9 Shogun brings its published horsepower in a 250 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson FXLR 1340 Low Rider Custom counters with 49 hp.

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: