Dyna Owners Need Assistance
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Beware, they all vibrate like bastards! Right Froggy?
Road Master
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From: Wisconsin
Thought I read somewhere they are pressurized nitrogen in the switchback rear shocks.
And I think there is an option for cartridges in the front.
And I think there is an option for cartridges in the front.
Cruiser
Joined: Oct 2011
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From: IL
It doesn't take much to set up any bike to do the Switchback thing. Bought my Fat Bob used and it had a windshiled and saddlebags (also added Touring Air Shocks, Mustang Seat & removable Rack/sissy bar):
Added barebacks so the bags come off easy:
You've got to love your bike, so get the one that looks and rides best to you. A few simple mods usually gets you where you want to be.
Added barebacks so the bags come off easy:
You've got to love your bike, so get the one that looks and rides best to you. A few simple mods usually gets you where you want to be.
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Air shocks are manually adjustable... but only slightly.
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Road Captain
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From: Freehold, NJ
I owned a 2007 Street Bob and got it brand new in the summer of 07, traded it off for the Switchback in October of 2011 and the Switchback is a much better bike on the road and in the 'twisties'.
One thing I always hated about the Street Bob is that corner wobble at high speeds, the Switchback has none of that, the platform is more stable. Admittedly I fixed that wobble with a set of progressive rate springs by Progressive and the surprise was how short those stock front springs truly are, it's a wonder they had any travel at all!
But it comes down to what you're looking for:
1) Do you like the sleek look of the Street Bob? If so it's damn nice bike and a great platform for mods. It's got the modern Dyna look to it so if that's your bag by all means that's your bike.
2) Do you like like comfort and great handling? The Switchback is a HUGE step up from the Street Bob. If you like the classic look than the Switchback is really a great option.
Not to say that it's even comparable to the touring bikes because it aint, my Evo Road King was a much nicer ride but when you compare Dynas to Dynas, the Switchback beats em all hands down.
Also there are NO air shocks on the Switchback, just wanted to restate that.
One thing I always hated about the Street Bob is that corner wobble at high speeds, the Switchback has none of that, the platform is more stable. Admittedly I fixed that wobble with a set of progressive rate springs by Progressive and the surprise was how short those stock front springs truly are, it's a wonder they had any travel at all!
But it comes down to what you're looking for:
1) Do you like the sleek look of the Street Bob? If so it's damn nice bike and a great platform for mods. It's got the modern Dyna look to it so if that's your bag by all means that's your bike.
2) Do you like like comfort and great handling? The Switchback is a HUGE step up from the Street Bob. If you like the classic look than the Switchback is really a great option.
Not to say that it's even comparable to the touring bikes because it aint, my Evo Road King was a much nicer ride but when you compare Dynas to Dynas, the Switchback beats em all hands down.
Also there are NO air shocks on the Switchback, just wanted to restate that.
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The switchback has the same shocks as the Fat Bob I believe.
Last edited by Sharkman73; Aug 24, 2012 at 10:43 AM.
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For how you're wanting to set it up and do with it, I think you would be better off going with the Switchback in the first place. If you decide you want to remove the bags & windshield you can. The Switchback has a little more trail in the steering & has the FL forks, which makes it a little smoother on the highway.
The switchback is a nice bike & if I had the time to take more extended trips I would look at the Switchback and the Road King. Advantage of the Switchback or any Dyna chassis over a touring chassis is the weight.
The switchback is a nice bike & if I had the time to take more extended trips I would look at the Switchback and the Road King. Advantage of the Switchback or any Dyna chassis over a touring chassis is the weight.
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Road Captain
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From: Freehold, NJ
The other big consideration for me is is that I'm 5ft 5 and like mid controls and won't know for sure until I test drive if the floor boards on the switchback are good for me.
Again I know until I actually have something to compare MYSELF I won't know.
But I am appreciating all the advice and opinions
Again I know until I actually have something to compare MYSELF I won't know.
But I am appreciating all the advice and opinions