Common Problems With Dyna Models?
Intermediate
Joined: Jan 2023
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From: South Texas
Do the Dyna Models, specifically the Dyna Super Glide Custom, have known problems with them? Do certain years have annoying little issues that make owners regret their purchase?
I would like a Harley that requires little wrenching in between the required factory service internals. Something that I can ride for years to come without doing more than putting gas in the tank, changing the fluids, and swapping tires.
Do the Dyna models provide that?
Thanks guys!
I would like a Harley that requires little wrenching in between the required factory service internals. Something that I can ride for years to come without doing more than putting gas in the tank, changing the fluids, and swapping tires.
Do the Dyna models provide that?
Thanks guys!
Stage II
Joined: Jul 2020
Posts: 2
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From: Toronto Canada
Lmao...
Here's some problems you'll face owning a Dyna:
You'll have bagger guys in do rags and wolf t-shirts telling you you can't ride long distance on a Dyna.
People will ask you if it's a Sportster.
Guys with Softails will make a point of telling you how they test rode a Dyna and their Softail rides better.
You'll have to cancel your eharmony account cause you'll be swimming in hot chicks.
You'll have bagger guys in do rags and wolf t-shirts telling you you can't ride long distance on a Dyna.
People will ask you if it's a Sportster.
Guys with Softails will make a point of telling you how they test rode a Dyna and their Softail rides better.
You'll have to cancel your eharmony account cause you'll be swimming in hot chicks.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2017
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From: Albuquerque, NM
The one I got was similar to this one:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/17510479656...3ABFBM8MmOvINj
or
https://www.ebay.com/itm/26599424593...Bk9SR9KXzsaDYw
This second one looks more like what I got, but mine doesn't cover the windshield and headlight. It just has elastic straps to hold it to the front turn signals, or crash bar, in my case, and then on the back over the rear turn signals, so it covers the tank and seat.
You can just search for "motorcycle half cover", and you should find plenty.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/17510479656...3ABFBM8MmOvINj
or
https://www.ebay.com/itm/26599424593...Bk9SR9KXzsaDYw
This second one looks more like what I got, but mine doesn't cover the windshield and headlight. It just has elastic straps to hold it to the front turn signals, or crash bar, in my case, and then on the back over the rear turn signals, so it covers the tank and seat.
You can just search for "motorcycle half cover", and you should find plenty.
Stage IV
Joined: Jul 2017
Posts: 4
Likes: 1
From: Sierra Vista, Arizona
Speedometer and tach not working
3 of my 4 Harleys are Dynas plus an ‘07 BD K9. Do I need an intervention? Naw. It’s cheaper therapy than a marriage counselor and a divorce lawyer.
I recently changed the battery on my ‘04 Dyna LoRider. It started right up and runs great as usual but the speedometer and tach don’t work. Don’t even light up or display.
Someone suggested it could be a dirty speed sensor? Any other sources of the problem?
Thanks
PS.
I guess AI isn’t all bad. Re- Googled prob and found more possibilities: had difficulty getting the battery back in so I’ll put my spectacles on this time when I check for loose connections and corrosion.
Still open to other options from anyone who may have solved the same problem.
I recently changed the battery on my ‘04 Dyna LoRider. It started right up and runs great as usual but the speedometer and tach don’t work. Don’t even light up or display.
Someone suggested it could be a dirty speed sensor? Any other sources of the problem?
Thanks
PS.
I guess AI isn’t all bad. Re- Googled prob and found more possibilities: had difficulty getting the battery back in so I’ll put my spectacles on this time when I check for loose connections and corrosion.
Still open to other options from anyone who may have solved the same problem.
Last edited by Iron Mikey; Nov 9, 2024 at 11:55 AM. Reason: Obtained more information
Stage IV
Joined: Jul 2017
Posts: 4
Likes: 1
From: Sierra Vista, Arizona
Speedo & Tach Out
Thanks. Ill check it out.
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Joined: Feb 2018
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From: west coast
3 of my 4 Harleys are Dynas plus an 07 BD K9. Do I need an intervention? Naw. Its cheaper therapy than a marriage counselor and a divorce lawyer.
I recently changed the battery on my 04 Dyna LoRider. It started right up and runs great as usual but the speedometer and tach dont work. Dont even light up or display.
Someone suggested it could be a dirty speed sensor? Any other sources of the problem?
Thanks
PS.
I guess AI isnt all bad. Re- Googled prob and found more possibilities: had difficulty getting the battery back in so Ill put my spectacles on this time when I check for loose connections and corrosion.
Still open to other options from anyone who may have solved the same problem.
I recently changed the battery on my 04 Dyna LoRider. It started right up and runs great as usual but the speedometer and tach dont work. Dont even light up or display.
Someone suggested it could be a dirty speed sensor? Any other sources of the problem?
Thanks
PS.
I guess AI isnt all bad. Re- Googled prob and found more possibilities: had difficulty getting the battery back in so Ill put my spectacles on this time when I check for loose connections and corrosion.
Still open to other options from anyone who may have solved the same problem.
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