2004 Big Bear Choppers Merc Hardtail – First Production Bike, Custom Built, 2,800 Miles
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2004 Big Bear Choppers Merc Hardtail
This is the first production Big Bear Choppers Merc ever built — a rare and historic piece of custom motorcycle history. I ordered this bike immediately after Big Bear Choppers released images of their Merc prototype in 2004. At the time, company founder Kevin Alsop confirmed to me that I had purchased their first production Merc. While I never received a formal…
2004 Big Bear Choppers Merc Hardtail
This is the first production Big Bear Choppers Merc ever built — a rare and historic piece of custom motorcycle history. I ordered this bike immediately after Big Bear Choppers released images of their Merc prototype in 2004. At the time, company founder Kevin Alsop confirmed to me that I had purchased their first production Merc. While I never received a formal affidavit from Kevin despite my request, the original order sheet with the 2004 date is included in the sale as provenance.
About the Build:
This Merc was custom-built by me, using high-end components and thoughtful modifications throughout. Though I originally ordered it with an S&S 107″ motor, Big Bear Choppers mistakenly sent the more powerful S&S 113″ High Compression V-Twin — paired with a Super G Shorty carburetor and electric compression releases for easy starts.
Performance & component highlights include:
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Jims 6-speed transmission
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3″ BDL open primary
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Performance Machine brakes and hand controls
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Big Bear billet grips, Spade mirror, and custom modified intake
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Spike hi-torque starter
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Internally ceramic-coated and wrapped Venom exhaust pipes
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Big Bear Hidden Switch wiring harness
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Blinker module with brake sensor – blinkers pause while brake is engaged
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Internally routed wiring, custom motor-mounted speedo bracket, custom risers, and internal throttle
After completion, Big Bear Choppers sent me internal fork sleeves for the springer front end to increase rigidity. These are silicone-mounted and removable if desired.
Condition & Notes:
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Just 2,800 original miles
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Always garaged, never laid down or wrecked
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Paint, powder coating, and seat show minor wear consistent with age
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AGM battery installed November 2024
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Original horn was lost during a ride, but wiring remains intact
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Wiring for vacuum advance is present; module never installed
This is a true one-of-a-kind machine from one of the most iconic custom chopper builders of the 2000s. Whether you’re a collector, enthusiast, or rider with a taste for the rare and historic, this bike stands alone in both provenance and build quality.
Don’t miss your chance to own the first production Merc from Big Bear Choppers — a standout from the golden era of custom choppers.
Asking $49,927 – OBO
Contact Gene (408) 718-0599.
Located in Chico, Ca.
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Type
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Harleys / Streetbikes
$49,927
Mileage:
2,834 miles
Model:
Merc Hardtail
State:
CA
City:
Chico
Type:
Harleys / Streetbikes
Year:
2004
Offer ID #373727
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