Johnny Pag Barhog

Johnny Pag Barhog is a splendid example of the coming together of classic American design and efficient Chinese manufacturing. This custom cruiser motorcycle is an affordable and beautiful machine that offers decent mileage, just enough power, and a comfortable ride. The Barhog made its debut at the Indy Dealer Show in 2008 and has since been a best-seller. It is a hard-tailed bobber that is a tribute to the 1979 custom Harley Barhog designed by the CEO Johnny “Pag” Pagnini’s father.

This review explores the features, fuel efficiency, top speed, parts availability, and other aspects of this otherwise unorthodox cruiser.

Features of the bike Johnny Pag Barhog

The first and most striking feature of the Johnny Pag Barhog is its 300 cc or 18.31 cubic inches engine. It is relatively smaller for a cruiser, but it makes the chopper affordable. It has just enough power and torque to mingle into the normal road traffic.

Some of the key features that will draw you to this motorcycle are as follows:

·      A 300 ccm parallel twin-cylinder DOHC engine

·      Generates up to 23.80 HP (17.4 kW) peak power

·      A decent mileage of 65 mpg

·      A liquid cooling system

·      A 5-speed gearbox

·      Chain drive

·      A low seat height of just 610 mm

·      Dual 26 mm Keihin vacuum carburetors

The Appearance of the Bike

90% of the motorcycle’s design is completed in-house in the United States. It is smaller than a full-fledged boulevardier and this makes it more manageable. The light weight and compact design is popular with existing big cruiser owners. The Johnny Pag Barhog is offered only in gloss black and features a peanut-tank with retro looks.

All the electrics have been carefully packed inside a tank under the seat. The hard-tail rear enables a closely fitted rear fender. The motorcycle ships with a contoured plank, allowing users to install a color and type of seat of their choice.

Engine and Transmission

The Johnny Pag Barhog features one of the most unique engines among American cruisers. It is powered by a smaller 300 ccm (18.31 cubic inches) parallel twin engine. It may be small for a bobber, the motorcycle’s light weight of just 360 lbs makes it decently powerful to take the bike to 100 mph.

The technical specs of the engine and transmission are as follows:

·      Produces up to 23.80 HP (17.4 kW) at 6500 rpm

·      Generates up to 18.50 Nm (13.6 ft. lbs) of torque at 6500 rpm

·      57mm by 53 mm over square engine

·      2 valves per cylinder and a compression ratio of 10.2:1

·      DOHC 4-stroke engine from Lifeng

·      A 5-speed gearbox connected to a multiplate oil bath clutch

Even if it produces just around 24 HP of power, it can allow you to keep up with normal traffic. This Johnny Pag Bobber can give you up to 65 mpg of fuel efficiency, which is decent for a cruiser.

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

One of the characteristics of Johnny Pag Motorcycles is they have powerful enough brakes to match the weight of the bikes. It features a double disc at the front and a single disc at the rear. The brakes combined with the wide 160/90-18 tires at the rear provide some decent Bike control. The front tire measures 90/90-21. The dual wave-style front rotors work well to slow down the motorcycle using twin-piston calipers.

When it comes to suspension specifications, the motorcycle features 39 mm forks at the front at 36° angle and fully-adjustable dual shocks at the rear. The unique rear suspension plays a big role in maintaining Motorcycle comfort. The preload-adjustable shock works excellently.

Motorcycle Dimensions

This is a smaller cruiser compared to a full-size boulevardier. The key dimensions are as follows:

·      1626 mm of wheelbase

·      610 mm of seat height

·      152 mm of ground clearance

·      360 lbs of curb weight

If you are looking for an easy to handle and maneuver cruiser, this Barhog motor can just be ideal choice for you.

Modifications

You may consider modifications like replacing the pipes with better ones that can add over a couple of horses. When it comes to Spare parts for Johnny Pag Barhog, all their motorcycles come with one-year parts and labor warranty for unlimited mileage. There are also optional extended covers for up to a period of 4 years. Not only does the company have a large stock of readily available parts, it can also ship parts on much shorter notice than other companies.

Some of the other similar models in the market include Pro Street, Spyder, Raptor, Raptor X, and FX/3. The FX/3 is different from others in that it is a roadster and not a cruiser. However, it shares many of the mechanicals with the Johnny Pag Barhog. It is recommended to stay tuned for more information on the latest cruisers from the brand and photos of the motorcycle.