I am looking at 4 differrent used bikes right now. Biggest differrence is the engine size. 2 are the 06 Dyna 1584, 1 is an 06 Dyna 1450, and 1 is an 02 1450. I am trying to do research on the specific horsepower of the 02, but not getting anywhere. How much better is the jump to a 1584? Is it worth $1,500 difference? I was thinking that the 02 comes with many items I'd like to have eventually, so I'd go for that one for now and if extra HP is needed, I can always do some engine mods this winter.

Is it possible to make a 1450 into a 1584 or better?

I like to go fast around the corners, but enjoy comfort on the ride much more. I hate to have buyer's regret 2 weeks from now, so if anyone wants to chime in their opinion, please feel free to contribute.

Here's the specs I have for each bike I'm considering. 3 are in the area, and 1 is on Ebay in VT.

1. 2002 Dyna FX?WG 1450, 2,700 miles!, HD red/black flames paint scheme, all chromed, Chrome wire rims w 21" front, saddlebags, 2 HD half helmets, mustang and corbin seats w/Rider/passenger backrests. all for $9,000

2. 2006 Dyna FXDCI SG 1450, 5,000 miles, std paint, all chromed, polished 9 spoke rims stock 2 up seat. $9,000

3. 2006 Dyna FXD SG 1584, 6K miles, std paint, minimum chrome, std 9 spoke wheels(black spokes). $9,000

4. 2006 Dyna FXD SG 1584, 6K miles, std paint, minimum chrome, std wheels. $9,500 ($8,900 + $600 shipping from VT)

 

The 2006's should have six speeds which in my opinion is more important than the HP. But, if you were confident that the upgrade was done correctly, then one of the upgraded '06's would be a good choice.

 

They're all good bikes and modifiable. Which one rings your bell?

 

It's better by 134!

 

Honestly....buy the '02. I had a 2006 Wide Glide, and now a 2007. I miss my 1450. I'm not impressed one bit with this new 96"er. If you want reasons....the 1450 just simply out performed. Ran cooler, had better roll on performance, and used less gas. I wish I had gone with a slightly older bike.

 

Unless some engine work was done to the 06's they should all have 1450cc (88CI) engines.

For choices #3 and #4 did you mean they were really 07?

 

I thought the 1584 (ie. 96", get with the American term!) only came out on the 2007 models?? The Dyna 06 models all came with the 6spd tranny at least though.

I'd probably go for the 02 WG. Nothing wrong with the Superglides per se. The WG looks to come with more stuff, and the 88" motor is about as solid as can be

 

The 02 has the best crank of the bunch. Good platform to build a 95" and kick the snot out of a 96" and then some.. Shorter stroke engine is smoother, and in theory piston life will be much better as well.
Ron

 

I'd get the 02, probably carbed and easy to modify (dial in). You could also put a 95" kit in it for the horsepower and torque gains. My 02 has 33k miles on it and still running smooth as a v-twin can.

 

simple....#1. 2 and 3 are the same price but only #3 is 1584cc.....#4 is 1584cc but more money. so it has to be #3, best motor/trans and cost.