Big Dog Ridgeback vs MZ Mastiff (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Big Dog Ridgebackstacks up against the MZ Mastiff. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Big Dog Ridgeback | MZ Mastiff |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Price | $27,900 | $28,900 |
| Engine | 1917 cc | 1917 cc |
| Weight | 308 kg | 321 kg |
| Seat height | 24 mm | 24 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.4 L | 4.6 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. 4-piston Diff bore | Single disc. 4-piston Diff bore |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 4-piston | Single disc. 4-piston |
| Tires | MH90-21 / 330/30-R17 | MH120-21 / 300/35-18 |
Big Dog Ridgeback vs MZ Mastiff — which should you buy?
Picking between the Big Dog Ridgeback and the MZ Mastiff 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 MZ Mastiff counters with its own power figure at 321 kg. On price, the Big Dog Ridgeback has the lower MSRP.
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: