Looking for a Dyna / advice
Hello there, I've been a Forum member for over 2 years, and I spent most of my time in the Sporty forum. On October 20th I was rear ended on my '05 XL1200C and to make a long story short, I will be totalling my bike and I'm looking for a Dyna as a replacement. Right now I can narrow my choices to a few different Dyna models - namely the Super Glide Custom, Street Bob or WG models.
Right here's what I'd do. For this price you can pay to have shipped home for you.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/motorcycles-for-sale/285399-2005-wideglide-10-250-a.html
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/motorcycles-for-sale/285399-2005-wideglide-10-250-a.html
Supporter
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 15,788
Likes: 5,622
From: along the shore of Mishigami
I'm kinda partial to the Superglide custom. If that's the bike of your decision, some detachable saddle bags for a 2 up weekend ride, or stripped down for commuting it would still be a great looking bike.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 2,408
Likes: 1
From: pottsville,pa
They are all good choices, But I would look at what you plan on doing to it after you buy it. Keeping it stock? Plan on a lot of 2-up riding? You into chrome or the blacked out look? Best value I would say superglide custom.
Thread Starter
|
Road Master
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 1,167
Likes: 20
From: NE Pennsylvania
Took a look at a denim black '06 Street Bob. The seller had forward controls installed, a laydown license plate, Samson pipes, Stage One a/c and Power Commander, dyno tuned. The bike has 2100 miles on it and is in perfect condition. He's asking $10900, but isn't necessarily firm on the price. He's also willing to take some cash and will work with me on the taxes. Said if I rode the bike and was interested he would hold the bike until my insurance claim/financing went thru.
I'm thinking of making an offer of $10k, $4 k in cash. Add about $600 in taxes and registration and I'm looking at under $7k financed at a rate of 5.49%. My Sporty loan was for $7800+ @ 6.75% with a payment of $155/mo. So my payment will a bit less than that.
I realize that this bike is nearly the polar opposite of the chromed out Sporty custom it's replacing, but I've always liked the bobber look and I'm looking for an improved ride. I would add a few chrome parts eventually to personalize the bike.
A couple of questions --
- Since I ride weather permitting about 75% of the time (around 10k per year), I'm interested in the fuel mileage. What can I expect from a dyno tuned FI 1450??
- How is the ride on the stock suspension vs a Sporty?? A Sporty with Progressives?
- What do you think of the deal??
Thanks for any and all replies....
I'm thinking of making an offer of $10k, $4 k in cash. Add about $600 in taxes and registration and I'm looking at under $7k financed at a rate of 5.49%. My Sporty loan was for $7800+ @ 6.75% with a payment of $155/mo. So my payment will a bit less than that.
I realize that this bike is nearly the polar opposite of the chromed out Sporty custom it's replacing, but I've always liked the bobber look and I'm looking for an improved ride. I would add a few chrome parts eventually to personalize the bike.
A couple of questions --
- Since I ride weather permitting about 75% of the time (around 10k per year), I'm interested in the fuel mileage. What can I expect from a dyno tuned FI 1450??
- How is the ride on the stock suspension vs a Sporty?? A Sporty with Progressives?
- What do you think of the deal??
Thanks for any and all replies....
Road Master
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 941
Likes: 0
From: New Jersey
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
Advanced
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 52
Likes: 0
From: Louisiana
Any Dyna would be a great choice. Just decide how much you want to pay for the stock bike and then decide what extras you may want to add. Also, there is some good deals on the '08 models coming up since '09 model have already hit the market.
Cruiser
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 218
Likes: 0
From: Detroit-ish
Took a look at a denim black '06 Street Bob. The seller had forward controls installed, a laydown license plate, Samson pipes, Stage One a/c and Power Commander, dyno tuned. The bike has 2100 miles on it and is in perfect condition. He's asking $10900, but isn't necessarily firm on the price. He's also willing to take some cash and will work with me on the taxes. Said if I rode the bike and was interested he would hold the bike until my insurance claim/financing went thru.
I'm thinking of making an offer of $10k, $4 k in cash. Add about $600 in taxes and registration and I'm looking at under $7k financed at a rate of 5.49%. My Sporty loan was for $7800+ @ 6.75% with a payment of $155/mo. So my payment will a bit less than that.
I realize that this bike is nearly the polar opposite of the chromed out Sporty custom it's replacing, but I've always liked the bobber look and I'm looking for an improved ride. I would add a few chrome parts eventually to personalize the bike.
A couple of questions --
- Since I ride weather permitting about 75% of the time (around 10k per year), I'm interested in the fuel mileage. What can I expect from a dyno tuned FI 1450??
- How is the ride on the stock suspension vs a Sporty?? A Sporty with Progressives?
- What do you think of the deal??
Thanks for any and all replies....
I'm thinking of making an offer of $10k, $4 k in cash. Add about $600 in taxes and registration and I'm looking at under $7k financed at a rate of 5.49%. My Sporty loan was for $7800+ @ 6.75% with a payment of $155/mo. So my payment will a bit less than that.
I realize that this bike is nearly the polar opposite of the chromed out Sporty custom it's replacing, but I've always liked the bobber look and I'm looking for an improved ride. I would add a few chrome parts eventually to personalize the bike.
A couple of questions --
- Since I ride weather permitting about 75% of the time (around 10k per year), I'm interested in the fuel mileage. What can I expect from a dyno tuned FI 1450??
- How is the ride on the stock suspension vs a Sporty?? A Sporty with Progressives?
- What do you think of the deal??
Thanks for any and all replies....
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Unamed
General Harley Davidson Chat
25
Nov 1, 2006 02:49 AM