Bourget Scorpion RT vs Big Dog Ridgeback (2019)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Bourget Scorpion RTstacks up against the Big Dog Ridgeback. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Bourget Scorpion RT | Big Dog Ridgeback |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2019 | 2011 |
| Price | — | $27,900 |
| Engine | 1917 cc | 1917 cc |
| Weight | — | 308 kg |
| Seat height | — | 24 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.0 L | 4.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. 4-piston Diff bore |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. 4-piston |
| Tires | 5.50-17 / 200/55-17 | MH90-21 / 330/30-R17 |
Bourget Scorpion RT vs Big Dog Ridgeback — which should you buy?
Picking between the Bourget Scorpion RT and the Big Dog Ridgeback usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Bourget Scorpion RT brings its published horsepower, while the Big Dog Ridgeback counters with its own power figure at 308 kg.
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: