How would you compare a Street Bob w/a Fat Bob
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How would you compare a Street Bob w/a Fat Bob
I've got it worked out now that I'm staying with the Dyna family but I've never ridden a Street Bob. I have owned a Fat Bob. Forward controls are a must and it seems most SB's come with mid control where FB's come with forward controls. But how about the comfort and handling with the mini apes. I've never ridden a bike with an ape handle bar. I've only had drag bars.
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Basically, they are the same bike, but I think the Street Bob is better looking, especially if you get an '08 or older before they changed to that dopey looking bobbed rear fender. The Fatbob is a "parts bin" bike that doesn't really know what it wants to be.
Personally, I would go for the SuperGlide Custom...much better looking than either, but again, basically the same bike.
Personally, I would go for the SuperGlide Custom...much better looking than either, but again, basically the same bike.
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Fat bob is almost 40 lbs heavier than the street bob. I've seen people on both sides say their handles better than the other. I personally like the looks of the SB over the FB. I believe the FB is going to be a little more comfortable ride. Mine hits bumps or small potholes like a mule kick. Im not talking about the pot holes that would swallow a small hatchback, regular stuff that is occasionally unavoidable.
Best thing to do is take one for a ride like chick said.
Best thing to do is take one for a ride like chick said.
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Well, the guy down the street we call him "Street Bob" and he weighs hundred 150 pounds.
"Fat Bob" lives 2 streets over and he weighs 250 pounds.
So I was a the comparison is pretty clear. Fat Bob ways 100 pounds more.
I hope that helps you.
(No I have not been drinking.)
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"Fat Bob" lives 2 streets over and he weighs 250 pounds.
So I was a the comparison is pretty clear. Fat Bob ways 100 pounds more.
I hope that helps you.
(No I have not been drinking.)BuzzCap7
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Street bob is a blank canvas as far as I'm concerned. I'd pick the street bob. I'm partial. It comes down to your taste though. Should drive both like was said.
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