Dyna vs Touring
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From: Niles Canyon Ca.
No bruised ego here, just stating the facts, riding and controlling isn't an issue. As for the "big-azz-bike syndrome" that your touting, there's 131 pounds difference between a WG and a RK. That's really nothing in the scheme of things. I was trying to get a take on maybe getting a cruiser that might be able to handle light touring since I wont be doing long distance much anymore.
Bottom line is to each their own and what their habits supports. Been touring on my old shovel for 30 odd years now she's criss crossed this country several times, while it may not have been a couch to ride I've never worried about handling when getting off into the dirt or mud nor needed 3 people to help pick it up when **** happens . I have a tendency to get off the beaten path on occasion ....
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I was in the market for a touring bike last year. Just about all my touring is done one up. I'm 69 now and now as strong as I use to be. After considering the weight of the bikes and what it would be like controlling them at low speeds, I decided on a Switchback. Since I've been touring on an fxr for years, the Dyna seems a lot more comfortable. I have no need for a heavier bike.
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From: Anywhere we stop
Between you and I honestly I prefer the cruiser stripped down bikes verses the bigger framed land barges as I like to call them but that's a direct reference to my particular riding style and habits I like the lighter more nimble feeling of being able to move the bike hard if I have to without the overcompensation that goes with manhandling the touring frames and I've ridden both in all conditions. Thing with the compact bike you add a windshield and bags to hit some long miles if the mood hits , while you can take that stuff off the bigger sleds it's still a fat bike said and done and feels like one to me.
Bottom line is to each their own and what their habits supports. Been touring on my old shovel for 30 odd years now she's criss crossed this country several times, while it may not have been a couch to ride I've never worried about handling when getting off into the dirt or mud nor needed 3 people to help pick it up when **** happens . I have a tendency to get off the beaten path on occasion ....
Bottom line is to each their own and what their habits supports. Been touring on my old shovel for 30 odd years now she's criss crossed this country several times, while it may not have been a couch to ride I've never worried about handling when getting off into the dirt or mud nor needed 3 people to help pick it up when **** happens . I have a tendency to get off the beaten path on occasion ....
I just transitioned from a Low Rider to a Road King this year. I tend to do a lot of weekend trips with over 400 miles/day but similar to you, 80% of it is done alone. The comfort of the Road King is that I was after but I'll tell you, the Low Rider was a fun ride..
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I have had sportsters and road Glides. The riding position on either is just fine. I have ridden both on sort and long distance rides both solo and 2 up. They both do the job equally well.
The BIG difference is the "need for Speed" the Road Glide is very comfortable going slow. The Sportster (just a faster dyna) is ALWAYS chomping at the bit wanting to go fast. I was getting to old for all that FAST, so I switched to the touring bike.
So, ask yourself how you like to ride. If it is fast and always challenging you skills, go with the dyna. If you are comfortable and like putting along enjoying the view, get the touring.
The BIG difference is the "need for Speed" the Road Glide is very comfortable going slow. The Sportster (just a faster dyna) is ALWAYS chomping at the bit wanting to go fast. I was getting to old for all that FAST, so I switched to the touring bike.
So, ask yourself how you like to ride. If it is fast and always challenging you skills, go with the dyna. If you are comfortable and like putting along enjoying the view, get the touring.
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From: Anywhere we stop
Screw it! I'm getting a Dnya, haven't decided which model, need to do some more research. I've been doin a lot of interweb searchin lately looking at bikes and I'm REALLY LIKING the Dyna's with an FL front ends and I always like to do some fabbin on something that uses gasoline....just to be different. Maybe it will be a leaner/meaner bagger!
It will definitely look.........older like me!
It will definitely look.........older like me!
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From: Sandpoint, Idaho
Screw it! I'm getting a Dnya, haven't decided which model, need to do some more research. I've been doin a lot of interweb searchin lately looking at bikes and I'm REALLY LIKING the Dyna's with an FL front ends and I always like to do some fabbin on something that uses gasoline....just to be different. Maybe it will be a leaner/meaner bagger!
It will definitely look.........older like me!
It will definitely look.........older like me!