First time poster hear (been lurking for a couple of yrs though) Interested in buying a used Dyna and have been checking out some 06's . I was just interested in whether or not there is or has been any major issue's or problem's with this year of bike? I already know it's the one year of the dynas with the 88ci and 6 speed. I did do a minor search and found some info about the alternator/generator having loose bolts that needed to be replaced or somthing like that ? If I'm wong please fill me in on the problem. Thanks in advance.

 

man did you come to the right place.

 

Been a few issues with the 06 consistent with many first year model changes.

I think you will find the most prominent being:

• Inner Primary Bearing Failure
• Stator Destruction
• Front Isolator (Motor Mount) failure or design flaws

I personally have only had the IPB issue and wouldn't trade my 06 for any model.

 

First let me say that I have an 06 Dyna Superglide and so far I have not had any of the listed issues. I hope I don't. I only have around 11,000 miles on it. I believe some of the later 06 models didn't have the IPB problem. I have been very happy with mine so far.

 

For the money I would buy at least an 07. The six speed and the 96CI make a difference. On the highway the six speed lets you cruise at a lower RPM. I have an 08 Street Bob and like it. Lots of folks on here seem to like the Super/Wide Glides. I would think that dealers have a lot in stock these days and you might find an new 08 for not a lot more than a used 06. Depends on what part of the country. Times are hard, this is winter and many dealers have a few more bikes than they would like to have.

Of course plenty of used bikes that folks are selling for economic reasons so you might find a really good deal on an almost new 07/08 used.

Good luck. If you don't know what to look for take an experienced friend along or have a dealer inspect the bike before you buy it.

 

Back in '99 I had a Super Glide........great bike, rode it to Sturgis in '99. It was a good bike, I would agree with others tho....try and get the 96 cube engine.......big difference from the 88. I certainly love my Fat Bob!!!

 

The '06 has the 6 six with the 88. It was the test bed for the new 6 speed and 96 that came out in all the Dynas and Touring models in '07. Drawbacks have already been addressed.

A couple on positives:
- Not set up as lean from the factory, not an issue if fuel management upgrade is done.
- Generally runs cooler than the 96.
- Better gearing.

 

I got my 06 bob new and HD had a recall(which no one knew about) on the rear axle bearing not fitting right? I noticed it after 5k service were the disc would have a harmonic humm coming to a stop, even worse with a rider. After 3 trips to the stealer: 1st time- nothing wrong, 2nd time- recommend getting a bigger disc, 3rd time- After I told them them I talked to HD, tells me they'll look into it. They put some type of high temp foam in the axle and never had a problem since. Overall, this is one of the better Dyna's I've owned. BTW, she's up for sale
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/motor...etro-area.html

 

I've got nearly 20K on the odometer. The only thing from stock right now is the stage I intake, exhaust and, SERT.

I've had none of the listed problems with mine. Most everyone I ride with has newer models than mine but none of them can out run me. Not of take off, not on roll on, not on climbing a grade. I've never run to redline in top gear against anyone but I'll tell you from my personal experience, the '06 is as good as they get.

 

Better gearing??? I would have to disagree with that. I personally think the mating between the 6speed and the 96 is a much better match. The 06 does run cooler but it's not a stroked motor like the 96. And yes if you want to change pipes etc. with the 07 and up...you do need the race tuner or equivelent to manage the fuel.