FXR performance possibilites vs newer Dyna
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FXR performance possibilites vs newer Dyna
I am selling my 11 FXDWG for something with some better handling capabilities, I ride 95% canyon roads and want something that better suits my riding. I would love to do an FXR build but not entirely sure how much it would take to get to a 110" level performance or if it would be smarter to just buy a newer low rider and slap a 110" big bore in it and call it a day? I guess my question is... for those with experience with the FXR, are there reasonable performance capabilities that can compare to a newer 110 or are we talking crate motor? I just started doing more research but figured I would throw the question out.
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Agree. My FXR (cam, pipe, dyno tune, suspension) is plenty fast. However it is not as fast as my LRS (pipe, tune and suspension). The FXR is lighter and handles so much better which makes it more fun to ride.
They both have similar suspension setups: Same rear Ohlins shocks, same fork braces, same tires, the dyna has Ohlins NIX22 fork carts and the FXR has Racetech springs and emulators. Naturally the dyna has 49mm forks, vs. 39mm on the FXR which I was worried about when I first got it, but honestly, I can’t feel a difference. I think the superbrace has a lot to do with that. The Ohlins carts are smoother and more refined, but from a strictly handling point of view, I don’t see much difference. But I’m a barbarian, so what do I know...
But really, whichever bike I’m riding is my favorite at that moment...
This?
Or this.
I can’t really say...
They both have similar suspension setups: Same rear Ohlins shocks, same fork braces, same tires, the dyna has Ohlins NIX22 fork carts and the FXR has Racetech springs and emulators. Naturally the dyna has 49mm forks, vs. 39mm on the FXR which I was worried about when I first got it, but honestly, I can’t feel a difference. I think the superbrace has a lot to do with that. The Ohlins carts are smoother and more refined, but from a strictly handling point of view, I don’t see much difference. But I’m a barbarian, so what do I know...
But really, whichever bike I’m riding is my favorite at that moment...
This?
Or this.
I can’t really say...
Last edited by Mchad; 08-14-2018 at 06:44 AM.
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My '86 FXR is the best handling bit twin Harley I have ever ridden even with a '99 Heritage front end installed. I love it. It is only 80 inches but the heads are flowed, dual-plugged, mild cam , S&S, Pythons, etc. It runs plenty strong for me, not sure about needing a 110, but hey, do it if you can. For what you want if for I think the FXR build is an excellent choice.