Both great bikes. You cant really go wrong here. I had the same question at my time of purchase. I went with the FXDC because I liked the Fat Tank, the laced wheels, and the lower sticker price. Like others have said, the bikes are similar in a lot of respects. The FXDC has plenty of chrome on it, as does the low rider. The major difference that most people are concerned with is the black vs silver motor. Take a look at the handle bar instrument read out on the Low Rider, some love it, some dont. At the end of the day, (because the differences on the two bikes are mainly cosmetic), I would suggest going with the bike that puts the largest smile on your face. Because that is what it's all about.

As many have already stated...you can add different bars, risers...(maybe the low rider requires special risers), pipes, seats, etc...just as easily on both bikes. but because of the disparity in sticker price...with the FXDC...you have the extra money at the get go to do it...=)

Cheers,

Tom

 

I just traded my 1200 C on my Low Rider- (the ride for free deal) Love it. I have a comfy seat for when my kid wants to ride, but also I have a custom solo seat. I had lowered my Sportster an inch, and the low rider seems great the way it is. It is so well balanced and a comfy ride for a passenger. So there is a gals 2 cents.

 

I considered both before my purchase last week. Bottom line for me was the bottom line, I dont think you can get a Harley deal better than the FXDC, lots of chrome and style for a grand more than a FXD. The FXDC is the best value of all the Harley big bikes IMHO.

 

I did the same thing. I really struggled between the Low Rider and FXDC, mainly because of the black engine. Ended up with the FXDC, and couldn't be happier.
Enjoy - Ride Safe!

 

Agree with the others....both are great bikes. I went with the FXDC. I could not justify the extra $2100 for the LR for what the differences between the two are. Plus I would rather have a tach on the bars where it is more easily seen while riding. Also, I love the laced wheels.

 

Yeah i like my SGC ..
The rear seat is horrible for the wife so i just put a solo.
Ill get her a better one springtime..
As for looks you can do alot for 2100 ..
But get the bike you want first.

 

Get the Custom, you can buy a seat, bars, shocks, pipes, a/c kit and the
backrest and still have money left over from $2100.