Big Dog Ridgeback vs Flyrite Choppers Drifter (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Big Dog Ridgebackstacks up against the Flyrite Choppers Drifter. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Big Dog Ridgeback | Flyrite Choppers Drifter |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Price | $27,900 | — |
| Engine | 1917 cc | 1917 cc |
| Weight | 308 kg | — |
| Seat height | 24 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4.4 L | 6.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. 4-piston Diff bore | — |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 4-piston | — |
| Tires | MH90-21 / 330/30-R17 | 140/70-ZR18 / 250-18 |
Big Dog Ridgeback vs Flyrite Choppers Drifter — which should you buy?
Picking between the Big Dog Ridgeback and the Flyrite Choppers Drifter usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Big Dog Ridgeback brings its published horsepower in a 308 kg package, while the Flyrite Choppers Drifter counters with its own power figure.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: