Dyna for Long Distance Rides
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Dyna for Long Distance Rides
I currently have a 2000 Sporty 1200C. It was my first bike since my teens and I've been riding it for about 3 years. I'm ready to step up to something bigger.
I love the touring bikes, particularly Street Glide and Road King, however a new one is simply out of my price range.
I've read some good articles about the Dyna Super Glide, the most recent stating "It's as enjoyable to ride whether you're going cross-country on Interstate 80 or blasting down the Cherohala Skyway".
My question is; would the Dyna be suitable for taking longer rides, say 1,000 miles or so, round trip, and sometimes two-up? Granted, most of my riding will be around town (Phoenix Metro Area), freeways, surface streets, and the occasional twisties. Please keep in mind that I'm 53 y/o.
My dealer says no, but I'm not sure he's not trying to push me to a more expensive bike. So, I'm looking to your expertise and experience to guide me. I won't hold you accountable, LOL, but I trust no one on this forum would intentionally lead me astray.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts and feedback.
I love the touring bikes, particularly Street Glide and Road King, however a new one is simply out of my price range.
I've read some good articles about the Dyna Super Glide, the most recent stating "It's as enjoyable to ride whether you're going cross-country on Interstate 80 or blasting down the Cherohala Skyway".
My question is; would the Dyna be suitable for taking longer rides, say 1,000 miles or so, round trip, and sometimes two-up? Granted, most of my riding will be around town (Phoenix Metro Area), freeways, surface streets, and the occasional twisties. Please keep in mind that I'm 53 y/o.
My dealer says no, but I'm not sure he's not trying to push me to a more expensive bike. So, I'm looking to your expertise and experience to guide me. I won't hold you accountable, LOL, but I trust no one on this forum would intentionally lead me astray.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts and feedback.
Last edited by phxsunbum; May 16, 2013 at 12:00 PM. Reason: adding more details.
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Well depending on how often you will be doing the 1000mi cruises I would say a Dyna would be fine. Especially if most of your riding is going to be around town. I ride two up quite a bit, and have done several 500-700 round trip rides. You'll probably want a more comfy seat, and play with the suspension, get a windshield etc, for those trips but for the most part a dyna can handle all that just fine. I've put 8000 miles on mine since last September and have been completely satisfied with its capabilities.
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It all depends on what you want out of the bike. A bagger will provide more luxuries like a fairing and stereo but it also much bigger and heavier. I love touring on my Dyna and will not trade it for a bagger.
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My 2011 Dyna Superglide is great ! I have ran it to Sturgis and back and plan on doing it again this year! The only thing that I would recommend is a better touring style seat with a drivers and passenger backrest. Windshield is also a nice option! I also added 12" Street Glide air shocks for adjustability.
From a practicality standpoint, the Switchback sounds like it's right up your alley. That said, the SuperGlide will do everything you describe with a few minor mods for bags, windshiled and probably a comofier seat.
By the time you add those things, the Superglide will end up costing a little more, but you gotta decide on the style.
I use my Street Bob for everything, but I have to admit, the apes and lack of wind protection gets old on long sections of interstate riding. My solution is to avoid the interstate.
By the time you add those things, the Superglide will end up costing a little more, but you gotta decide on the style.
I use my Street Bob for everything, but I have to admit, the apes and lack of wind protection gets old on long sections of interstate riding. My solution is to avoid the interstate.
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Phoenix traffic, look at the fat bob. Dyna's single front brake only real flaw imo. Also less hassle with mounting bags. Fatter front tire to soak up potholes too. If I lived in a metro area prob would have went that rout, and people in Phoenix drive crazy imo, must be the heat, lol. Just a thought.
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Phoenix traffic, look at the fat bob. Dyna's single front brake only real flaw imo. Also less hassle with mounting bags. Fatter front tire to soak up potholes too. If I lived in a metro area prob would have went that rout, and people in Phoenix drive crazy imo, must be the heat, lol. Just a thought.
To the OP, I believe that the Dyna Custom is the best bike for the buck that Harley makes and it is just fine for Touring. You can set it up for your own preferences and it is just fine.
