2004 Big Dog Motorcycles reviews

I have owned my '04 Big Dog Ridgeback since May of 2004 and wouldn't give it up for the world. I have only owned sportbikes including Buells and this is the best ride I have owned. I have the passenger peg set on it and the wife has riden on it for 80% of the miles racked up so far. I have had a few warranty repairs done on it, but Big Dog stands behind these bikes like their mother! Awesome company to work with. I looked at many other bikes including a Titan Sidewinder Chopper Soft Tail that cost $10,000 more than my Big Dog and it didn't ride or handle as well as the ridged Big Dog chassis. High quality components and raw power! I have 2 friends with Big Dog Soft Tail Choppers and from what I can tell the ridged has almost the same ride quality as the softy. Show less

Crossing my fingers, as of now my Chopper DT performs well. My dealer on Oahu, Hawaii has addressed all concerns. The bike needed a little tweaking and getting used to the left lean was no problem after a few miles. The bike runs hot in Honolulu proper, but Aux oil cooler is the ticket. The only problem is that when I get up to a good speed, I have to back off, I AM ON A ISLAND! Show less

If you've never ridden a custom cruiser before your missing out on one of lifes little treats. The Mastiff can't help but get alot of looks. I now have 2000 miles on my Mastiff and it has run flawlessly. The two warranty problems I had were handled by the dealer promptly and correctly. The bike is a blast to ride, strong, reliable and sure footed and is pretty comfortable even on long rides. However, if you're just wanting a little attention, park a Big Dog at the local watering hole and be prepared to talk to a lot of people because everyone wants to ask about it. If you want to stand out from the sea of Harleys with extra chrome and aftermarket pipes and if you want to have the best looking bike in the parking lot, look at a Big Dog. For the money they can't be beat. Show less

As soon as I saw the Mastiff in person I traded in my brand new (2003) Fat Boy for one. The quality and components on this bike are awesome, not to mention the looks. I have only ridden the bike a couple of hundred miles and have had people stopping me in parking lots and at intersections to check the bike out. I will write more on the reliability once I get some miles under my belt. However, from someone who has ridden both the HD Fat Boy and Mastiff; the Mastiff is a MUST HAVE! Show less

Before I start, preface it to say, I waited until I had over 5000 miles on this machine to even consider writing a review - given that, here it goes... Sure it corners a little wide - for goodness sake it is a chopper (in every sense of the word) not a Yamaha 125! And there is some vibration - Sort of like a Fatboy on Steroids. Rode it around, broke it in, cornering seems to have become less of a problem and I seem to have forgotten (or worked out) the majority of vibration. Once break in miles were complete, I decided to go to Ft. Bragg, NC to visit my brother. What a trip!! Left Tulsa, OK to Baton Rouge on first day 600+ miles, then to Atlanta, Myrtle Beach, Fort Bragg, Philadelphia, Louisville, KY, and back to Tulsa. 3917 total miles. I had to tighten a couple of bolts but besides that - no problems. I have only great things to report. Riding from 50 - 110 mph is as smooth as any bike I have ridden. Beyond 110, gets a little windy. If you get the chance to experience a humid afternoon drive along the gulf coast during love-bug season, with a hang-over - you need to do it. If you are looking for serious powerhouse, you can stop here. For style, speed, and only a modicum of posterior discomfort, look no further. The biggest problem I had was getting to my next destination within my allotted time. This was not due to the bike, well maybe, the problem was that no matter where I stopped, somebody was asking if they could check it out. People aged 5 to 87; extremely attractive women, burly truckers, and particularly other bikers, all seemed to want to see it. I even had to give rides to a few ladies. Yep, life sure does seem tough with a Big Dog Chopper on the road (and a Harley in the garage). Anybody know somebody looking for a good, low- mileage Heritage Springer? Show less

It rides like a dream and handles very well for a chopper. You don't feel the left side weight much at all. In fact you don't even know it's there after a few miles. And with the sissy bar and wind screen you can cover big miles with comfort. Show less

This bike beats the old American Iron Horse I had. The new Mastiff is comfortable, handles well, and has well thought out modern looking controls, coil cover, and air cleaner. All of which are outdated on AIH bikes. I completely loaded this bike for two-up riding from day one and have never missed a beat. I still get 43 to 45 miles to the gallon with my wife and a T-bag on back. And the five-gallon tank provides tons of range. I think this bike actually rides better with two people on it. It's obviously quicker with one, but it also bounces a bit more. On the highway this thing is a dream for a cruiser. I've been to four dealers on my travels (bought the bike out of state) and all have been fantastic. Great looks, great engine, great transmission all of which equals a great deal. Show less