General Harley Davidson Chat Forum to discuss general Harley Davidson issues, topics, and experiences.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Experience with the Switchback?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Aug 5, 2012 | 12:29 PM
  #1  
Pysces's Avatar
Pysces
Thread Starter
|
Intermediate
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 33
Likes: 0
From: Seattle
Default Experience with the Switchback?

After years of being on the back of my bikes the wife finally took the MSF class and got her license this past week. We went test riding yesterday on an 883, Fatboy low and a deluxe, but it was the Switchback that had her screaming Hell Yeah once we got to the first light, and all the way back to the dealership.

As these are new bikes I am just wondering if anyone has any experiences that that could share, good, bad or indifferent.

Thanks

P.S. - I had also told her what the fastest color was but she was skeptical (dealer told her what color it was too). So if you guys could help me out and let her know it would be appreciated.
 
Old Aug 5, 2012 | 12:43 PM
  #2  
TASibley's Avatar
TASibley
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2012
Posts: 1,481
Likes: 0
From: LaPlace, Louisiana
Default

I own a Switchback and it was one of the best buys I have made!

And yes Black is the fastest color! LOL
 
Old Aug 5, 2012 | 06:49 PM
  #3  
faber's Avatar
faber
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 8,831
Likes: 15
From: Nomad
Default

Well, it's a new *model* but it is still a Dyna, sort of.

It's a Dyna with an FL fork. The Dyna is a proven platform, and the FL fork is a proven fork.

I don't really see it as a new bike cuz it's just a recombination of proven components.

It does have a new engine, but so does the rest of the Big Twin line.

Fastest color is black, of course!
 
Old Aug 5, 2012 | 08:15 PM
  #4  
Switchback12's Avatar
Switchback12
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 882
Likes: 126
From: Hahira Ga
Default

Have had mine a year this month (8700m) and have really enjoyed it. There have been several magazine articles on it that you might be able to find and read on the net. It is a Dyna but has many unique features, front end (the nacelle looks like a RK, but it not the same, its a new part), cartridge in the fork, nitrogen charged rear shocks, 2-1 exhaust, wheels, bags of course. RK windshields are said to fit the SB hardware in case you want to change height. Stock seat is pretty good. I got a HD signature seat which is better, particularly for the passenger (although not likely a concern for her). It looks good with bags and shield and good without!. I have had no problems with mine. Plenty of power and good handling IMO. Did not think I would get a red bike, but it sure looks good in red and just maybe a few cagers will SEE me, maybe.
 
Old Aug 6, 2012 | 06:46 AM
  #5  
OldmOn's Avatar
OldmOn
Stage II
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
From: Appleton Wi
Default

Originally Posted by Pysces
After years of being on the back of my bikes the wife finally took the MSF class and got her license this past week. We went test riding yesterday on an 883, Fatboy low and a deluxe, but it was the Switchback that had her screaming Hell Yeah once we got to the first light, and all the way back to the dealership.

As these are new bikes I am just wondering if anyone has any experiences that that could share, good, bad or indifferent.

Thanks

P.S. - I had also told her what the fastest color was but she was skeptical (dealer told her what color it was too). So if you guys could help me out and let her know it would be appreciated.
I love them. I traded my 99 Wideglide in and bought a Red Switchback this spring. 3 weeks ago, I made the mistake of switching bikes with my wife, then she would not give me my Switchback back so I had to ride here Dyna Lowrider the rest of the day. The next day, we happened to be visiting one of the local Harley shops, and they happened to have a Silver switchback in stock. Well as it goes, She now is the proud owner of a Silver Switchback and loves every minute of it, as I do mine.
 
Old Aug 7, 2012 | 09:18 AM
  #6  
Krash26's Avatar
Krash26
Tourer
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 253
Likes: 21
From: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Default

I've had my Switchback for about 6 weeks now and I love this bike! It handles great with the bigger FL forks and yes, the fastest color IS black!
 
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
DonN
Dyna Glide Models
337
Jan 24, 2022 12:12 PM
NORTY FLATZ
Dyna Parts
8
Sep 22, 2017 06:50 PM
ShadeTreeMech
Frame/Suspension/Front End/Brakes
0
Apr 7, 2010 10:34 PM
OldCoot
Dyna Glide Models
7
Nov 9, 2009 03:48 AM
phattey
Touring Models
0
Dec 8, 2008 06:27 AM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:23 PM.