Big Dog Motorcycles

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Big Dog Motorcycles is an American manufacturer of semi-custom, mid-priced motorcycles, based in Wichita, Kansas. The company was founded in 1994. In 2006, Big Dog manufactured its 20,000th motorcycle.

1 History
2 Products
3 References
4 External links

[edit] History

Big Dog produced a single motorcycle in its first year, affectionately known as "Old Smokey;" its over-sized fenders and classic cruiser style would point the way for all of the company's later products. By 1997, the company had reached $2 Million in sales, and in 2000, the company had expanded so much that a move to a new, 110,000 square foot factory and world headquarters (since expanded to 175,000 square feet) was required. As of 2007, the company had over 100 associated dealers, and employed over 300.

[edit] Products

Big Dog currently produces five models; the K-9, the Ridgeback, the Bulldog, the Mastiff, and the Pitbull. All of their current motorcycles utilize a 117 cubic inch V-twin engine, 6-speed transmissions, one-piece fuel tank, wide rear tires, and extensive use of chromed components. All of these models could be described as cruiser or chopper style motorcycles. Major differences between the models include rear tire width (250mm versus 300mm) and front tube length. ^[1]

Big Dog Motorcycles are particularly well known for its wide assortment of customizing options for its otherwise stock motorcycles. These include at least 69 paint and graphic options, and a wide selection of accessories, including custom seats, exhausts, grips, storage bags, sissy bars and windshields.