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Old 05-08-2015, 10:06 AM
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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?

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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.

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Old 05-08-2015, 10:25 AM
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Only real common issues are with the '06 Dynas, and if you are aware of them and address them it isn't really a big deal. If I was shopping for one I'd probably go '07 and newer, just so it isn't a concern.

A modern Harley should be plenty reliable. The reliability concerns usually come when you start hot rodding them.
 
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One problem my dyna has is it is too awesome! Hahathe newer bikes meaning from about 84-now are plenty reliable. Most of the issues you will have are when the bike isn't left stock and you or someone else does something to it
 
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Damn freezing rain and snow this year was the main problem. I have a 2012 SB no issues. I do tighten loose bolts and such but that should be done on any bike.
 
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Biggest problem is realizing how much better they are over the Touring bikes.
 
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Answer is D: All of the above!
 
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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.
 
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Haha I'm liking these responses so far. The reason I ask is because all bikes no matter what make and model seem to have their issues. Bikes I have owned in the past had little things like the fuel gauge sensor being inaccurate, the speedometer being up to 10% off at times, and various whistles and squeaks. Granted these were cheaper Japanese sport bikes and not a much higher priced Harley. I suppose I have high expectations in terms of quality and craftsmanship of the Dyna model.
 
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Yes. I can't seem to ride mine enough.
 
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Originally Posted by Ape_Hanger
Here's some problems you'll face owning a Dyna:



You'll have to cancel your eharmony account cause you'll be swimming in hot chicks.




that tickled my ***** with a feather
 
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