Softail vs Dyna
Road Warrior
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: San Antonio, TX
Stevea,
I would recommend you consider the FXDC, (Superglide Custom), 2007 and above models(it's the model I have). You will get the most bang for your buck with these models imho. Large engine, EFI, Larger forks, tank mounted speedo etc...
here is one on ebay going for 8999.00
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Harle...Q5fmotorcycles
Looks like a great deal to me.
Cheers,
Tom
I would recommend you consider the FXDC, (Superglide Custom), 2007 and above models(it's the model I have). You will get the most bang for your buck with these models imho. Large engine, EFI, Larger forks, tank mounted speedo etc...
here is one on ebay going for 8999.00
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Harle...Q5fmotorcycles
Looks like a great deal to me.
Cheers,
Tom
Last edited by ZeroFiveFour; Nov 6, 2009 at 05:13 AM. Reason: added ebay link
Cruiser
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From: Northeast Georgia
I moved from a 2005 Suzuki Volusia to a 2004 Fat Boy. While it's not exactly like the bikes you mentioned, I would have to echo others in saying you will be happy with any of those three.
My biggest gain was the increased power you get when going from Suzuki's 50ci engine to the TC88, 96 or bigger. That, and I finally had my Harley.
My biggest gain was the increased power you get when going from Suzuki's 50ci engine to the TC88, 96 or bigger. That, and I finally had my Harley.
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From: Alberta
Thanks for all the replies and none of the comments you made say I made poor choices of the 3 models I listed. My first choice was, and still is, the Dyna Low Rider with the Softail Deuce probably my second choice. I currently try to ride daily and most rides are in the 40-75 mile range with longer rides on weekends. I prefer country roads here in New England but my somewhat underpowered and not so stable VS800 is not a great choice for long highway rides to get to more of the country roads. I want a bike that will be good (or better than what I have) on the highway but still be nimble and manageable on twisty country roads. With that siad, are there any more suggestions or are the FXDL and FXSTD still decent choices?
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From: Long Island, NY
I'm sure it's just a coincidence but it's kind of funny that your two top choices, Low Rider and Deuce, are both discontinued models.
I have some experience with both models as I own a '00 Low Rider and also rode a Deuce in NV and AZ for about 1000 miles. The Low Rider is built on the Dyna platform which as others have pointed out is regarded by most as a better "riders" bike. Also the motor is rubber mounted vs counterbalanced so you do get a couple of extra HP.
Low Rider has mid controls and highway pegs vs the Deuce which has forward controls. Deuce if I recall correctly also has a skinnier front tire.
Both bikes are fun!
If you plan on doing a lot of performance mods the Low Rider is probably the better way to go.
If you like the style of the Deuce you may be happier going in that direction.
I have some experience with both models as I own a '00 Low Rider and also rode a Deuce in NV and AZ for about 1000 miles. The Low Rider is built on the Dyna platform which as others have pointed out is regarded by most as a better "riders" bike. Also the motor is rubber mounted vs counterbalanced so you do get a couple of extra HP.
Low Rider has mid controls and highway pegs vs the Deuce which has forward controls. Deuce if I recall correctly also has a skinnier front tire.
Both bikes are fun!
If you plan on doing a lot of performance mods the Low Rider is probably the better way to go.
If you like the style of the Deuce you may be happier going in that direction.
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From: Palm Harbor fl.
deuce or lowrider. As an owner of an 05 Dyna, I would also recommend you get an 06+. The 06 has the 49mm front end, better frame, 6 speed tranny, and is wider which allows for room for a 180 tire. The deuce is a really nice bike too. The deuce will give you less to enjoy through corners and are not quite as Quick as the Dyna.
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: Massachusetts
I have to say...
Thanks for all the replies and none of the comments you made say I made poor choices of the 3 models I listed. My first choice was, and still is, the Dyna Low Rider with the Softail Deuce probably my second choice. I currently try to ride daily and most rides are in the 40-75 mile range with longer rides on weekends. I prefer country roads here in New England but my somewhat underpowered and not so stable VS800 is not a great choice for long highway rides to get to more of the country roads. I want a bike that will be good (or better than what I have) on the highway but still be nimble and manageable on twisty country roads. With that siad, are there any more suggestions or are the FXDL and FXSTD still decent choices?
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First, do not buy a Deuce, only Deuce parts fit Deuces. Second, for the money you can pick up a nice Dyna. The Softail Standard is a nice bike and I think better. I have had a Dyna, and they do handle better, my opinion. However I am not out sport bike riding on Harley. A Harley is for comfort, and a Softail in just a better ride and more comfortable.
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From: Passaic County, NJ
One correction....the 07+ have the 96" twin cam engine w/6spd tranny. The 99-06 bikes were 88" twin cam. 2006 Dynas also have the 6spd tranny.