Tell me about a Dyna
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Cruiser
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From: Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Tell me about a Dyna
I'm looking for a ride to replace my Nightster. I am looking for a bit more suspension, a bit more power, a bit more bike overall. Seems like a Superglide is a natural step, but I can't say I've ridden one. I am a bit over 6 feet so I'd need forwards, an easy mod as I'm pretty sure the Super Glide and Custom have mids, as did my 1200N. The Dyna has a really classic look and I like them a lot.
So...... from those who know 'em best - what's the best points on a Dyna Glide?
many thanks
So...... from those who know 'em best - what's the best points on a Dyna Glide?
many thanks
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From: Marina del Rey
The Dyna is the hot-rod of Moco's V-twins, the big motor from the touring bikes, coupled to the lighter Sportster front end, producing a bike way lighter than the tourer, w/ Sportster-like handling, and much more versatility. Plenty of bike for 2-up or carrying loads of gear.
Rent 1 for a day to see how you like it.
Rent 1 for a day to see how you like it.
Tourer
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From: Locust Grove, VA
I think the Dyna fits all the points you ask for:
More suspension, yes, but not much more.
More power, yes, but 1200 to 1584, so a little more
More gas tank.
More weight.
Engine on Sporty is rubber mounted as is the Dyna so a similar feel between the legs. IMO, the dyna is not as "top heavy" from the peanut styled sporty gas tank therefore providing easier balance, stability and handling. But again that's a personal opinion.
I skipped over the Sportster line in favor of the Dyna. I felt like the Honda 750 I used to own was more bike than the Sportsters.
I recommend you go test ride some used ones to get a feel for the difference.
More suspension, yes, but not much more.
More power, yes, but 1200 to 1584, so a little more
More gas tank.
More weight.
Engine on Sporty is rubber mounted as is the Dyna so a similar feel between the legs. IMO, the dyna is not as "top heavy" from the peanut styled sporty gas tank therefore providing easier balance, stability and handling. But again that's a personal opinion.
I skipped over the Sportster line in favor of the Dyna. I felt like the Honda 750 I used to own was more bike than the Sportsters.
I recommend you go test ride some used ones to get a feel for the difference.
Cruiser
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If I was you, I would take a look at the Fatbob. As you know, its a DYNA, comes with the forward controls and is considered the best handling bike in the line up. In the early 90's I had an FXR that I absolutely loved because it handled like a dream, hauled *** and fit me perfectly. I wanted the closest model to that FXR and decided the Fatbob was it and its pretty darn close. I also have a Sporster (the 48) which I love for bangin around town but anyway...good luck with whatever you decide.
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From: The REAL Jersey Shore
The Dyna is the hot-rod of Moco's V-twins, the big motor from the touring bikes, coupled to the lighter Sportster front end, producing a bike way lighter than the tourer, w/ Sportster-like handling, and much more versatility. Plenty of bike for 2-up or carrying loads of gear.
Rent 1 for a day to see how you like it.
Rent 1 for a day to see how you like it.
The FXDF and FXDWG have wide glide trees with the 49mm tubes.
You cant go wrong with a Dyna......
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From: Kennewick, WA
Everyone's going to argue for their particular Dyna, but any of them will do. Bars can be changed, forwards installed, et al. If you want a Dyna to carve a turn, you need suspension, not some shorty shocks that can't absorb a hit, but something with some travel. This will also sit the bike up high enough to actually lean over into a turn without touching metal to pavement.
To really make the Dyna become a hotrod, just do an engine build.
Mine is set up about as good as I could get it to be....for now. I can speed up for R/R track crossings as they don't even register, I can out accelerate any stock or stage 1 Harley, I can ride all day at 80+ MPH, ride two up with saddle bags and luggage, even do wheelies. My old sporty couldn't to any of the above.
It really doesn't matter that my bike started life as a lowly Superglide....I just changed it.
To really make the Dyna become a hotrod, just do an engine build.
Mine is set up about as good as I could get it to be....for now. I can speed up for R/R track crossings as they don't even register, I can out accelerate any stock or stage 1 Harley, I can ride all day at 80+ MPH, ride two up with saddle bags and luggage, even do wheelies. My old sporty couldn't to any of the above.
It really doesn't matter that my bike started life as a lowly Superglide....I just changed it.
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Road Warrior
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I also would suggest the Dyna Fat Bob as it already has the foward controls and a wider front and tire. Pics are of my FXDF befor and after i triked it.
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Road Warrior
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From: North Dakota
These replies have some of the most honest answers, without bragging, that I have seen in a while. They are worth reading carefully. My own 2 cents: Feels more substantial, wider, smoother and more comfortable. Power will feel like there is more but acceleration (stock) is about the same. Center of gravity feeling lower will be a dramatic change.
The Dyna line is sometimes thought of as a blank slate where you can go in many directions. The bikes accept radical changes easier than most. Also the Dyna line is much easier to perform you own maintenance on than the sportster line (more room).
P.S. My signiture picture is a Dyna Street Bob meant to resemble a 1960 Duo-Glide.
The Dyna line is sometimes thought of as a blank slate where you can go in many directions. The bikes accept radical changes easier than most. Also the Dyna line is much easier to perform you own maintenance on than the sportster line (more room).
P.S. My signiture picture is a Dyna Street Bob meant to resemble a 1960 Duo-Glide.
Cruiser
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From: new jersey
the dyna hums along comfortably on the highway at 80 mph, my sporty at that speed was more like a chainsaw.
one of the first things i had to do to my 05 sportster was to swap out the suspension to make the ride tolerable, now, i am still riding the dyna stock , and liking it.
the 5 gallon fuel tank is a big plus too.
i don't consider my fxdc to be 'sporty', but its still fun on the backroads, and it can cruise them, or the highway all day long.
one of the first things i had to do to my 05 sportster was to swap out the suspension to make the ride tolerable, now, i am still riding the dyna stock , and liking it.
the 5 gallon fuel tank is a big plus too.
i don't consider my fxdc to be 'sporty', but its still fun on the backroads, and it can cruise them, or the highway all day long.