300 VM Appaloosa: A Chopper Profile

Having been in the business of building choppers since 1989, Surgical-Steeds has amassed a proven track record. So its latest offering, the classically designed, technologically advanced 300 VM Appaloosa, has a long history behind it.

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The 300 VM Appaloosa features an advanced design.
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Heavy-gauge tubing is used to form the chassis, including the 2-inch-diameter downtube, which is curved for style and strength. Surgical-Steeds' Monoglide chassis was introduced in 1996, utilizing an under-seat, fully adjustable spring/shock unit to control motions of the spade-shaped swingarm. The need for a separate oil tank has been eliminated by storing the required lubricant in the atransmission case.

Buyers wanting to build it themselves can purchase the Surgical-Steeds chassis in kit form. The frame was designed to accept any Harley- Davidson V-twin, including the new Twin Cam 88. Those purchasing a complete machine can opt for a 111- or 124-cubic-inch S&S engine. Either way, buyers end up with a machine that not only has a long history behind it, but an equally long future ahead.

300 VM Appaloosa Chopper Specifications

  • Year: 2004
  • Class: Factory
  • Owner: Windwalkers Motorcycles of Naperville
  • Builder: Surgical-Steeds
  • Model: 300 VM Appaloosa
  • Frame: Surgical-Steeds, 8 up, 5 out
  • Forks: Ceriani, inverted
  • Rake: 40 degrees
  • Rear susp.: Swingarm
  • Front wheel: Surgical-Steeds, 21-inch
  • Front brake: Disc
  • Rear wheel: Surgical-Steeds, 18-inch
  • Rear brake: Disc
  • Rear tire: 300 mm
  • Engine: 111-cubic-inch S&S
  • Exhaust: Surgical-Steeds
  • Trans.: Baker 6-speed, right-side drive
  • Paint by: Surgical-Steeds

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300 VM Appaloosa Chopper Pictures

Despite its classic design, the 300 VM Appaloosa chopper features the latest advancements in technology. See below for more pictures and specifications of the Surgical-Steeds' 300 VM Appaloosa motorcycle.

rear wheel
The 300 VM Appaloosa's rear wheel is
accented with the same red-and-white striping
that graces the frame and sheetmetal.

swingarm
The 300 VM Appaloosa's swingarm
is decorated like a spade.

underseat
The under-seat spring/shock for the rear
suspension is fully adjustable for comfort
and chrome-plated for pizzazz.

oil tank
The 300 VM Appaloosa's lubricant is stored
in the transmission case.

engine
This 300 VM Appaloosa is fitted with a
111-cubic-inch S&S engineer with special air cleaner
and 2-into-1 exhaust, but for those "do-it-your-selfers"
starting with a chassis kit, the frame is designed to
hold any Harley-Davidson V-twin.

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