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From: Bay Area, NorCal
Having had one for many years, I can say that around town the difference in vibes is barely noticeable between a 5-spd FXR and a 6-spd Dyna. But at freeway speeds the FXR is going to be a bit "buzzier" than the Dyna simply because the EVO motor has to spin faster at the higher speeds. Even so, I never found the vibes to be a hardship or objectionable, and could comfortably put in a 400-500 mile day with no ill effects.
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From: Western PA
Old bike was a 1985 FXRT. New bike is a 2012 FXDWG. The FXR definitely handles better in the turns than the Dyna, IMO. The FXR was smooth. The only time I noticed any vibration was some buzzing in the hands after long rides. As mentioned above, higher RPMs with the FXR, but still a very tight bike.
I haven't ridden the Dyna on any long trips yet, but I wouldn't call it any "smoother" than an FXR. With the Wide Glide, I feel like I'm hanging on to a brick. With the FXRT, I could cruise all day.
I'm working on getting the WG set up more like the RT. Now, if you could find an FXR with 103 TC and 6-spd.... that would be some fun riding.
I haven't ridden the Dyna on any long trips yet, but I wouldn't call it any "smoother" than an FXR. With the Wide Glide, I feel like I'm hanging on to a brick. With the FXRT, I could cruise all day.
I'm working on getting the WG set up more like the RT. Now, if you could find an FXR with 103 TC and 6-spd.... that would be some fun riding.
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From: sugar land, gulf coast, tx
http://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/mod...port_glide.htm
Just read this article on the FXRT. Man, it makes me want to own one. Cycle mags knew how to review and market bikes 30 years ago... tomp dd50
Just read this article on the FXRT. Man, it makes me want to own one. Cycle mags knew how to review and market bikes 30 years ago... tomp dd50
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