Dyna to Softail conversion?

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Jun 5, 2011 | 11:20 AM

#31

PigInaBlanket

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Is it possible to turn my Street Bob into a tractor-trailer so when I retire I can pack up all our crap and move to Okiehoma?

Swift replies needed since I only have 12 years left.

Thanks!

Jun 5, 2011 | 11:31 AM

#32

Jackie Paper

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Agree it would be a better looking and handling bike--just kidding-- Biggest reason why not. Probably be 20K cheaper just to buy a Softail. Its just a style, sort of like women and bags. (bet the lady with the whip likes that one) A guy walked up the other day and ask me what kind of Harley I had. Told him a Softail. He said they ride real easy. Told him I guess so.? HA

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Jun 5, 2011 | 02:27 PM

#33

SuperFastGlide

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blasphemy!!

Jun 5, 2011 | 03:08 PM

#34

Crazy

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Quote:

Originally Posted by FXDForbes

Because I love my fat bob. Love the fat wheels, fenders, handlebars, black powder coat, dual headlight etc

It'd cost big $$$ to make a softail look like a fat bob

Actually, start with a Fatboy. It would cost WAY less to powdercoat, install a dual headlight, change fenders etc. than change a dyna into a softtail.

Crazy

Jun 5, 2011 | 03:40 PM

#35

filthpig

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pay no heed to nay sayers.............if you dig it.....do it...

Jun 5, 2011 | 04:28 PM

#36

parts eeter

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I am a fan of all types of bikes, but I dont like the look of the Dyna engine mounting and rear trans mount in the aftermarket frames.

Honestly I would rather start with a EVO Sportster 1200S 4 plug ,Buell engine or a Twin Cam B engine for a chopper build.

Jun 5, 2011 | 11:07 PM

#37

ADCD875

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Originally Posted by FXDForbes

In these tough, sports bike times, shouldn't Harley riders stick together? Lol

"tough, sports bike times"??? I don't get that!!! Enjoy them all..

Jun 5, 2011 | 11:18 PM

#38

bigmikaele

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this will teach that OP to ask a question hahahaha

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Jun 6, 2011 | 02:35 AM

#39

Swede405

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The "hate" on softails here isn't true hate. In the end we'd probably side with another Harley rider (if he's not just being an ***), against anyone else. But softails are made for form over function and Dynas are made with function over form. The people that buy each will always argue about which is better...see above comments