for a while I was considering getting a sporster 1200c. then I realized, why not get a used Dyna low rider for a little bit more.

I dont know much about the different changes made to the low rider throughout the years. what is the difference between the 2004 05 06 07 and 08 low rider? any models better then others?

I hear 7000 miles is the most u should buy the bike with, what other things should I look out for?

Thanks

 

The biggest differences are carburated vs fuel-injected, 5-speed or 6-speed, and 88 cubic inch or 96 cubic inch.

 

2005 and older 88ci, carb or EFI, 5 speed

2006 88ci 88ci, EFI, 6 speed

2007/2008 96ci, EFI, 6 speed


Sammi

 

I'm not a LR expert and not a dyna model evolutionary expert either for that matter. But, isn't there a year in there where they stopped raking the lowriders as much? And, weren't there some significant frame/fork changes made to all of the dynas between 05 and 06 and up?

 

I think the major frame changes came with the '06 models.

Sammi

 

Get a used 06

 

I'd go for 07 if you can afford it ... bigger engine and fewer bearing issues. Otherwise I'd get a good 03 or older ... carbed so nice and simple to maintain.

 

If I was looking for a "new" bike I'd get a used '02, or maybe an '01, carbed Lowrider or Wideglide with 20k or less miles. 20k miles is nothing on a bike & you should be able to find one for $11k or less. Then I'd use the money I saved by not buying a newer bike & install gear drive cams & a 95" build on the motor.

What you will have is a bike that will blow away a stock 96" & even H-D built 103" bikes. You won't need a laptop or pay someone to re-calibrate your EFI everytime you make a change.

There are other websites that explain which years were better than other for Dynas & why. I know we all think our bike's year is the best, but there are mechanical & design differences. It all depends on what you plan to do or not do with your bike, that is an important consideration.

 

Hey bro, i picked up a used...(got real lucky) 2002 fxdl lowrider, carbureted,
and i will tell ya this,,,its a fun *** and comfortable ride....
get into the twisties or straight roads for hours...i ride here in the n. east all day with no back or butt probs..8-9 hrs a day,,,great ride..good luck..ryd..

 

too be honest im riding nothin but city streets, lots of lights and cars and crap. and im a college student. Thats y I was originally going with the sportster but the 96 cam is calling me. I want your guys opinion on something.

Im in college
im in the city, cars, lights.
I dont have alot of money.

would you go for the sporster or the lowrider?

I love both bikes but can you blame me for wanting to shoot for the low rider? I want the 96 so guess im goin with 07 or up.