Wide Glide vs Fat Bob
Thread Starter
|
Intermediate
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 42
Likes: 0
From: Chesapeake, Va
Wide Glide vs Fat Bob
If you've rode both, what did you notice? The WG is no longer made, so when I get one it'll be used. Until I ride my friends FXWG, I never knew what I was missing. Put my softies to shame. The WG fit me like a glove. Ride was incredible.
Whoops, think I meant Street Bob. I've shown how little I pay attention to the latest fodder. I had a hard time moving from Pans and Shovels to Evo's.... let alone twinkies. ugh..but they are good motors for the most part. I still think the Evo was the pinnacle. Easy to build, repair, work on, etc..
John
Whoops, think I meant Street Bob. I've shown how little I pay attention to the latest fodder. I had a hard time moving from Pans and Shovels to Evo's.... let alone twinkies. ugh..but they are good motors for the most part. I still think the Evo was the pinnacle. Easy to build, repair, work on, etc..
John
Last edited by sherman1125; Oct 28, 2008 at 10:22 PM.
Road Master
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 967
Likes: 104
From: Tampa Bay, Florida
Or, there is a guy selling an 05 WG in the bikes for sale section cheap.
As far as the comparison, there is none. They are both great but completely different animals
Cruiser
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 151
Likes: 0
After I saw this WG I knew I had to have her!!
Other than personal preference on looks, what are the
Main differences in youropinion?
Never rode a Fat Bob, but I'll say this. If you have never rode a 2006 or newer Wide Glide, then you don't know what you're missing. All the Dynas were upgraded with a new chassis in '06. They are all great bikes, and are superior to the Softail ride. So if you're getting a Dyna, you'll be very happy. Owning a Wide Glide, I can say if I would be in a position to buy again, I might go with the Fat Bob,, just because I think it looks cool and I know it has to handle great. Fat front tire, short front shocks, and drag bars. That should all add up to an awesome handler.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 6,642
Likes: 48
From: Ogden, UT
My 2 favorite Harley's. Part of me wishes I had waited 1 year to buy my WG, the 06's have some advantages over my 05, but now that I have modified it to my liking, I plan to ride it till it just won't go anymore. If I had to buy a new bike today, it would be the Fat Bob.
Road Master
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 967
Likes: 104
From: Tampa Bay, Florida
I like the 05 better. The rear fender is not the newer droopy type, and the ride is soOOOOOOOO smooth.
Wide Glides Rule!!!!!
FAT BOBS ARE PRETTY COOL THOUGH
Trending Topics
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 6,642
Likes: 48
From: Ogden, UT
So very true TIDE, the 06 rear fender sux compared to the 05, but you have to admit the stouter front end is nice on the 06.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 7,562
Likes: 11
From: Palm Harbor fl.
As far as wideglide vs street bob...both bike are awesome and the one you pick should speak to you! The shorter wheelbase and less raked front of the bob should allow for a little more agressive cornering.
Last edited by rounder; Oct 29, 2008 at 02:17 PM.
I think if i could do it all again i would still go with the wideglide, have only one complaint about it and that is the riding on unlevel highway your front wheel gets caught in the grooves at times but that also happens on my R1, just a stronger pull when on the WG.