The dealer that I bought my 08 low rider from gave me a better deal with financing then if I would have got with the 07.

 

You might even consider an '08. Never had any problems with 5th.

 

Just pick the one that frosts your cake and plop the money on the counter. I promise I wont give you any crap for doing it.

 

I'm talking about the helical gear and the Michelin tires, are they worth it to pay $1000 more? And yes, both '09 and '10 are brand new.

 

Have no problem with the 5th gear in my 09 and the slight whine in the 07 doesn't bother me in the least, so that's not worth anything IMO.

Too soon to tell if the Michelin's are better than the Dunlops and tires are like oil and seats - ask three people and get 5 completely different and conflicting opinions.

In your place I'd focus more on resale value. Should you need to sell a year or two down the road, will the 10 be worth $1000 more than the 09?

 

I don't have a whine in 5th on mine, it's more like a rattle or knock at lower speeds.
I actually was concerned and asked the dealer ....he said it was perfectly normal.

I don't like the sound, but it runs great so otherwise i cant complain.

Keep in mind the mods you will make on this FXD. They can add up, and if you don't think you can live with that speedo, you will have your work cut out for you.
The FXD custom might be a good choice too...it gets the speedo on the tank and leaves you to choose different bars without the hassle.

I just finished relocating mine.. will post in a while.

Here's some links to compare models of 2009-2010 FXD and FXDC.
They may or may not show the differences you are looking for but it's a great site.

http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photo...rGlide-FXD.htm

http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photo...SuperGlide.htm
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http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photo...ustom-FXDC.htm

http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photo...lideCustom.htm


ps... ride the **** out of whatever you get.....or we will send Achmed the terrorist to keel you!

 

I was torn between the FXD and the FXDC. One of the main concerns I had was the speedometer on the FXD. I knew I was going to put pull back risers on it and that really messes with the speedo angle. Another thing I liked better about the FXDC was the key location. A lot more convenient than the FXD. Most of the time I just unlock the ignition, put the key in my pocket and ride all day.

Not to mention I also like the chrome and black engine.

 

IMHO no. I have an 09 and the "hum" from the 5th gear lets you know you are in 5th!! I think its fairly subtle and would have never noticed it unless the helical gear was put on the '10 and the issue brought up

 

I've never noticed a 5th gear whine with my '07. Save the 1000 bucks on the '09 and put it into accessories.

 

I actually prefer the speedo on the handlebar mount on the FXD instead of on the tank. Also I hate the ugly tank badges on the FXD custom. What I do like about the FXD custom is the chrome covers though.