2005 Bigdog Ridgeback
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
6 recalls name the 2005 Bigdog Ridgeback. Newest first.
Big dog IS recalling 1,257 my 2005 ridgeback motorcycles. the rear wheel may have weak spots in the design, which may cause the wheel to crack under certain operating conditions.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If undetected, this condition may lead to a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the wheels free of charge. the recall began on june 1, 2009. owners may contact big dog motorcycles customer service department at 1-316-267-9121.
On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator can cause a short circuit.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could possibly result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the existing circuit breaker located between the voltage regulator positive battery lead (b+ lead) and the positive battery terminal with an alternative circuit protection device that will prevent a thermal event if there IS a short to ground. the recall began on october 1, 2007. owners may contact big dog at 1-316-219-9129 or email to customer.service@bigdogmotorcycles.com.
On certain motorcycles, the electronic harness control (ehc) module can fail resulting in a total shut down of the vehicle's electronic power.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ehc modules free of charge. the recall began on september 19, 2006. owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring may stretch and detach from the mounting bracket or the kickstand.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This will allow the kickstand to deploy into the extended position and cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new kickstand spring free of charge. the recall began on february 17, 2006. owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
On certain motorcycles, the rear wheel hub bolts could loosen and back out allowing the hub and brake rotor to detach from the wheel with an associated loss of stopping power.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could occur without any prior warning and could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove, clean and reattach the rear hub bolts free of charge. the recall began on october 14, 2005. owners may contact big dog at 1-312-267-9121.
On certain motorcycles, the primary drive sprocket nut may back off the engine main shaft.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could cause the primary drive to lock up and cause a crash. this condition could occur without any prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the drive sprocket nut free of charge. the recall began on may 13, 2005. owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
Owner complaints
12 complaints
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2005 big dog ridgeback. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ehc failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 26,000.
- Tires
1 have an avon tire 300 AV72 that has the tread separating down the center of the tire this IS the second time this tire has done this to me with less than 3000 miles how many complaints will it take before someone gets killed with one of these tires !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! *tt
- Wheels › Hubcap/cover
TL* the contact owns a 2005 big dog ridgeback. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign ID number: 09v147000 (wheels: center section) in june 2009. He stated that he was informed by the dealer that the replacement wheel would be arriving soon in order for the vehicle to be repaired under…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 big dog ridgeback. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign ID number: 09v147000 (wheels: center section) in june 2009. He stated that he was informed by the dealer that the replacement wheel would be arriving soon in order for the vehicle to be repaired under the recall. The part never arrived and the vehicle was not repaired within a reasonable amount of time. The contact was concerned with the potential of the rear wheel fracturing from the vehicle and causing damage. The contact had not experienced a failure. The current mileage was 6,400. updated 01/21/11 *bf updated 04/04/11
- Electrical system
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6) 2004 big dog motorcycles have a safety recall for power failures while the motorcycle IS being operated. I have a 2005 big dog ridgeback and have experienced the same on 2 separate occasions. Please research to see if other owners have had the same problem. [xxx] *tr
- Wheels › Hubcap/cover
TL* the contact owns a 2005 big dog ridgeback motorcycle. He received notification of a recall campaign (nhtsa campaign ID number 09v147000: wheels: center section) on may 29, 2009. The dealer was contacted several times in an attempt to secure an appointment for a recall repair; however, the…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 big dog ridgeback motorcycle. He received notification of a recall campaign (nhtsa campaign ID number 09v147000: wheels: center section) on may 29, 2009. The dealer was contacted several times in an attempt to secure an appointment for a recall repair; however, the dealer informed him each time that the parts needed to perform the repairs were not yet available. The manufacturer verified the that parts may possibly be on back order for six months. The contact stated that the recall repair exceeded a reasonable amount of time to address the failure in the vehicle. The failure mileage was 8,000 and the current mileage was 10,000.
- Wheels
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 big dog ridge back. The contact received a recall notice stating that the rear wheel could crack or come apart and needed to be replaced. The motorcycle was taken to a dealer but after inspecting the wheel they decided that they could not repair the vehicle. The big dog…
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 big dog ridge back. The contact received a recall notice stating that the rear wheel could crack or come apart and needed to be replaced. The motorcycle was taken to a dealer but after inspecting the wheel they decided that they could not repair the vehicle. The big dog manufacturer advised him to try another dealer. He tried another dealer over a year ago and they have not been able to get the manufacturer to send them the wheel to repair the motorcycle. He continued to call the manufacturer but was not getting a favorable answer as to when he would get a new wheel so that the repair would be complete. The failure mileage was 6,000. updated 04-15-10 *bf
- Wheels › Hubcap/cover
TL* the contact owns a 2005 big dog ridgeback motorcycle. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer in reference to recall campaign ID number 09v147000 (wheels:center section). the recall remedy has not been performed due to the unavailability of the part required for the repair. The part…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 big dog ridgeback motorcycle. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer in reference to recall campaign ID number 09v147000 (wheels:center section). the recall remedy has not been performed due to the unavailability of the part required for the repair. The part was on national back-order. He has been waiting for six months for a remedy. the current mileage was 2,100. updated 11/23/09 *bf updated 11/24/09.*jb
- Wheels
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 bigdog ridgeback motorcycle. He stated that the dealer repaired recall 09v147000 component: wheels:center section; however, the failure continued to occur. The dealer wasn't able to balance the wheels; therefore he was unable to drive the motorcycle. The current and the failure mileages were 1,520.
- Wheels › Hubcap/cover
Consumer received recall notice #09v-147 on may 29TH for big dog motorcycle's wheel remedy but the dealership do not know when the parts are arriving. *nj recall# 09v147000. *Jb
- Wheels › Hubcap/cover
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 bigdog ridgeback motorcycle. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 09v147000 (wheels:center section) in may of 2009 and immediately called the dealer. the dealer stated that the wheel was on back order for approximately six months, but…
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 bigdog ridgeback motorcycle. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 09v147000 (wheels:center section) in may of 2009 and immediately called the dealer. the dealer stated that the wheel was on back order for approximately six months, but advised the contact to schedule an appointment. the manufacturer confirmed that the part was on back order and stated that nothing could be done to assist. the contact feels that a reasonable amount of time has passed in order to receive the recall repair. the failure and current mileages were 9,600.
- Electrical system › Ignition › Module · Power train · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
Immediately after purchasing my 2005 big dog ridgeback, multiple problems began to arise. The bike would randomly shut off for no apparent reason, also it had an ever increasing squeal that eventually became louder than the engine. The dealer that the bike was purchased from was unable to repair…
Immediately after purchasing my 2005 big dog ridgeback, multiple problems began to arise. The bike would randomly shut off for no apparent reason, also it had an ever increasing squeal that eventually became louder than the engine. The dealer that the bike was purchased from was unable to repair the issues and was dishonest about the service that they were supposed to do. Eventually that dealer refunded the money for my first service and paid me back for most of the damage that was done to my bike. Obviously I no longer wish to bring my bike there for service. After realizing that there were no factory service centers within a reasonable distance, I contacted the big dog factory and was given the run around. I even trailered the bike to daytona where the factory mechanic did a non-approved repair on the squeal, but this IS a temporary fix that needs to be addressed. Since daytona the factory has failed to remedy my problems including the front and rear hub bolts are coming loose, the engine still shuts off randomly, and the re-machining of the front pulley could lead to a belt failure at highway speeds. I't appears that several of my bikes issues were actually recalls that both the dealer and the factory have iggnored. Help!!!!!!!!!!!! This bike IS unsafe!!!! *Jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
The two bolts holding the front caliper on my 2005 bigdog ridgeback backed out. I discovered it after riding the motorcycle. The two bolts had backed out to where they were being held by a couple of threads. I then removed the bolts, and found that there was absolutely no" locktite" applied to…
The two bolts holding the front caliper on my 2005 bigdog ridgeback backed out. I discovered it after riding the motorcycle. The two bolts had backed out to where they were being held by a couple of threads. I then removed the bolts, and found that there was absolutely no" locktite" applied to either of the bolts. if the front caliper falls off while riding, it could be catastrophic. I purchased some "locktite", and applied it to the bolt threads, and reinstalled the bolts. *Jb
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10027045Bigdog motorcycle: hidden shock electrical cover hardware replacement. Electrical side covers may crack or break. 243-000011-00 for all models except 2006 K9. 243-000013-00 for 2006 K9 model.
- 10026833Bigdog motorcycle: new primary inspection cover gasket. Install new inspection cover gasket on all 2005-2008 big dog motorcycles.
- 10026832Bigdog motorcycle: fuel tank vent may become flooded with fuel, causing the motorcycle to run poorly due to a fuel mixture that IS too rich.
- 10026442Big dog motorcycle: electrical side cover contact with belt guard. A wire bundle may protrude into the right electrical side cover.
- 10026428Bigdog motorcycles: this letter highlights the difference between the various electronic harness controllers (ehcs). For models years 2005-2009 motorcycles.
- 10023092Bigdog motorcycles - revised speedometer and mount.
- 10020374Rough shifting, or noisy transmission caused by loose transmission countershaft screw.
- 10020152Horn harness wires may break.
- 10020065Headlamp connector may melt, making bulb replacement difficult.
- 10020064Intermittent printed circuit board operation.
- 10020045Ehc contact improvement procedure (revised). Current seal does not allow connector pins to seat properly and moisture may be present in connector.
- 10019984Tachometer board replacement - inaccurate tachometer readings or fluctuation in readings due to moisture.
- 10019909Dielectric grease addition to connectors.
- 10019776Upper engine mount screw IS loose or missing.
- 10018991Inaccurate speedometer operation - vibrations at high speed are causing signal loss to needle from speed sensor.
- 1001896005 clutch bearing carrier identification.
- 10017599Seat pan contact with left rear corner and edge of battery case.
- 10017598Abnormal primary chain noise resulting from displacement of the adjusting shoe 10MM external snap ring retainer.
- 10017597Engine running only on one cylinder and/or damaged ignition coil or ignition module.
- 10017596Exhaust end cap resonating rattling noise.
- 10017541Primary drive fluid seeping from the starter housing.
- 100169691/2 - 20 inch upper engine mount bolt retention. Big dog.
- 10015923Baker 6-speed main shaft snap ring.
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