So far. Mixed thoughts about changing it. I have read about issues with the DD6 and Harleys 6 speed (either through my RK seems fine). Many people have told me the 5-speed is the strongest, but I really wonder.

 

I live in Haslett, MI which is home of Baker Drivetrain. Jim Simonelli works out at my gym and I chat with him fairly regularly. He has told me time and time again that the OD6 is the way to go for a Dyna, especially the FXDX.

 

Does he state the reason.

Is it a stronger design or lower in 1-5th?

6th is a true OD. My friends 2003 RK has one and his shift points are completely different than my Harley 6 speed in the 2009 RK.
You got me thinking...

 

Like that setup. The six spokes look good. Can you fit the 17"x4.5" on the rear?

 

6' 3" here also. My first bike had forwards, I did not like them. I've had mids ever since. +1 on highway pegs though.

 

I think it's because for a sportier bike, it is lower in 1-5th, then you have that 6th gear OD for highway cruising, but the 1-5 is still there for getting aggressive in the twisties.

 

Im 6'3" and the standard forwards seem to fit me just fine, the mids got cramped fast.

 

My next bike will have forwards no doubt. I get cramped and have to use the highway pegs pretty often, but I just love the mids for tossing the bike around a bit more in corners. Ideally, I would just get a Street Glide or something and keep the FXDX

 

That is one seriously bad azz scoot!

 

I'm right there with you. Right now the wife likes to ride with me, so I have the 2-up set up with removable bags. I would then dedicate the DX to a full time solo ride. I would modify the controls and cut down the rear fender. I would also love to fit a front end from something like a big Ducati or Japanese sport tourer. I saw one with a gold colored Ducati front end and it looked incredible.