2008 Swinger
MSRP $24,995
This is the first model to roll out of the Sucker Punch Sallys facility with rear suspension, so it was the first one we wanted to ride. The Swinger is very reminiscent of the FL-type bikes with the split fuel tanks and swingarm, with outboard shocks that were the staple of the bike scene until the advent of the Softail. This big bike was comfortable, and the combination of the RevTech 88ci Evolution engine and the Ultima six-speed transmission kept this bike pulling hard well into the triple digits on the speedo. We were really hard on this model, trying to see if it would take the abuse we dished out, and the Swinger took it and offered up stability and rider comfort in return. We gave this one two thumbs up.
2008 Slim Bobber
MSRP $24,995
This is one of the new models for '08, and it isn't for the faint of heart. If it doesn't either make the bike go, stop, steer ,or legal to ride in the dark, you won't find it here. This low-slung but very maneuverable rigid chassis is filled with a 100ci Evolution motor and a six-speed transmission. And when it comes time to haul all of that power to a stop, the bike is no slouch, with 4-piston calipers front and rear. Other neat touches include a tooled leather seat, SPS billet wheels, 7/8 bars and hand controls, and a Westbury fuel cap. This thing is a full-blown giggle machine. The only time you won't have a grin on your face on this little rigid is if it is scaring you. Two thumbs way up for this one.
2008 Hot Rod
MSRP $27,995
This is the most expensive bike in the SuckerPunch Sallys lineup and it is the only one that comes with a 93ci S&S Shovelhead powerplant, a five-speed kicker transmission, and a 17-inch rear wheel. It has a modified frame to accommodate the increased axle height, hand-machined brass pegs and grips, and because all of the custom touches it spends more time getting attended to by one of the SPS mechanics. This little bit of extra time means that the throttle and clutch aren't as stiff, it seems to flow through the gears easier, and this particular bike would fire on the first kick every time (thanks Chris from Cycle Source for insisting on using the kicker every time he got on the bike). The way Alex felt about the 66 Bobber is the way I feel about the Hot Rod. It gets two thumbs up-but if we had more thumbs to give, you can bet we would point them up, too.