My first bike was a dyna I bought off my uncle. I hopped on my uncles extra dyna for my first time on 2 wheels. Rode lots of quads growing up . The only thing bad about dyna for your first time is the torque and I was definitely not anticipating how easily the bike can feel like it’s getting away from you if you aren’t ready. Take it easy and just respect that throttle is all.
Spencer Evans that is absolutely insane for that to be the first bike you sit on - you got a really trusting uncle right there! Which year and model are you currently riding?
Same here, too damn big for a sportster. Did my MSF and got me a dyna wide glide. Yes the weight and torque is something to be concerned about. I basically just took it easy and kept her in the neighborhood, low speed shifting through the gears and getting used to it. Being careful.
Guys I'm shitting my pants , I did MSF 4 years ago and I was looking to get my first bike , rebel 500, kawasaki vulcan S , but I'm 5'7" and also 220lbs so I'm kinda fat maybe too fat for them and I decided to get 07 street bob , oh man this bike is beautiful BUT heavy as fuck and too much power and I'm just scared to ride, Idk if it's possible to learn on something that heavy and powerful and I wonder if I did mistake......and thinking about trade in for something smaller. On top of that I just don't know how to turn right from the stop, I always go on opposite lane.
@@Voltomess You can do it. 1st off always ride with Full gear on. 2nd Install crash bars on that bike. 3rd. Ride it every day in your neighborhood, just keep it in 1st & 2nd gear for the first month. 4th It helps if you start a weight training program to help strengthen your body ( taking creatine powder too). You'll be fine.
I started on a carbed 04 XL883C, had to but it myself, but by time I felt comfortable upgrading bike prices on them had me selling it for a few hundred more than I bought it for. I also moved onto a 2016 FXDLS and have been in love ever since. You were one of the youtubers posting FXDLS content that inspired me to get on two wheels!
Taking the riding course through Harley in about a week. I rode dirt bikes in high school with a family friend and never let go of the freedom it gave me. Almost got a street bob 4 years ago in my freshmen year of college but unfortunate events made me get a new car. Now 4 years later and freshly green out of school I’m finally fulfilling my dream. My ex gf step dad road a street glide and it felt massive for me. Thanks to culture and television, I’ve only ever dreamed of being a dyna man. Looking for a low rider or super glide to make my dream fulfilled.
My experience/advice might be different from others. I wanted to get use to the weight of a Sportster before getting a Dyna, which is the bike I currently have now. Instead of buying a Sportster, new or used, I rented one for a weekend and took a trip. Few hundred bucks but it helped me feel out the bike and I got the hang of it fast. I got away from the city, I live in LA and just got in tune with the bike. It was a great experience and something I highly recommend instead of dumping money into a Sportster, unless you plan on keeping it for the long run. Just a suggestion if renting is available in your area.
chris toph that makes a lot of sense - haven’t heard anyone suggest that yet, but yeah man, a few hundred vs a few thousand is definitely significant here when thinking about that first bike and bang for the buck! 🗽⚡️
@@Voltomess The Dyna is heavier. If you're confident with your throttle, clutch and brake control, you can handle a "bigger" bike. Did you just get the sportster?
@@chriiistianxd no I got my MSF 2 years ago and looking to get my first bike and I really don't want to start with Sportster like he said in this video I got the same issue idk what to do . So for me renting a Sportster without any experience for a weekend does not help with anything I just need something to learn how to ride.
My first street bike was an 05 FXDWG and was very intimidating. I respect the hell out of that bike and practiced slow speed maneuvers a lot and overtime created the soul bond. No regrets, love my dyna
My riding experience is mainly off-road but it helps new riders the best thing you can do no matter what bike you get. Is to consider what riding you’ll be doing. Then test rides and if your so scared to get the bigger bike going in the parking lot then go down to the smaller one. Nothing wrong with it. No matter what though youll drop it. My first road bike is my 2019 softail streetbob. I took it slow and gave myself plenty of time to do things maybe like 2 days before I took it onto the free way. My wife got a roadster and it took her almost 2 months to do that. Now she has a softail fatbob. So don’t let the size really fool you. A begginer can take the midsize models just fine but they have to respect it is all and not try to go crazy before they get a couple thousand on the saddle. I’m currently talking to a coworker about getting his 09 dyna because I enjoy opening these bikes up and have had a lot of fun learning about them. A super moto is also on my next list. just be safe no matter what bikes you get. Use your head and listen to experienced riders when they tell you to take it slow. Also taking an msf course wouldn’t kill you and is worth your money.
Right on, thank makes total sense - I feel like having the prior experience of off-road is a huge benefit for a new rider, experiencing all that uneven and unstable ground!
First bike was the 883 and really enjoyed it actually, then bought a 2011 dyna street bob as a 30th birthday gift to myself. Left it bone stock till the screaming eagle 110 tire scorcher kit came out and she's now making 106hp/122tq. I still get that same "ooooh puuurty" feeling nine years later when I look at it!!
Joe Plem right on man - those are some good numbers right there - also, having a bike for 9 years? That’s what’s up man - going in 4+ with my Lowrider 🗽⚡️
Started about three years ago on an 05 dyna super glide. Scared shtless the first couple weeks but I just kept it in town, around 30, got used to it in no time
went with option 2...just bought my first Harley, an 04 Low Rider with 12K miles....have always wanted one and will treat her with love and respect as I get back into riding after not riding for many moons. 🙏♥️💪
I started more than a year ago my first bike and Harley is a 2011 Dyna FXDF Fat Bob, and I totally agree with you it is an excellent motorcycle, you won’t outgrow this bike, Dyna's grow on you, the weight does overwhelm you at the beginning but if you focus on controlling low speeds before speeding and doing stupid stuff then you might be able to drive whatever is thrown at you. PS: I never rode friends dirt bikes or anything more than a couple of times and a few blocks in my life...
Daniel Lachmann right on Daniel, couldn’t agree with you more! Thanks for checking it out and subscribe to the channel if you want more content like this! 🗽⚡️
I took the MSF then went out and got a '09 Low Rider, which I still ride to this day. I almost started with a '09 Fat Bob but I felt less confident with that bike so I went with the Low Rider. All of my friends told me not to buy a Sportster because I'd outgrow it in a few months so I took the gamble and I'm glad I did. The one thing you have to keep in mind is how YOU feel. Are you comfortable with the Sportster or Dyna? It depends on your feeling. I was naturally nervous about starting out on a bigger bike but that went away after riding for a few months. It took that long to feel comfortable. It helps to get the opinions of friends and family who have ridden for a while but ultimately it comes down to your confidence level. Once you make that decision then practice, practice, practice. Especially the slow maneuvers. Safe riding!
Well said man - and I think you nailed it, it's just a different answer for every individual, and at the end of the day comfort and safety should probably be taken into consideration over cost.
I went with option 2. I can't imagine a better choice for me personally, but it might not be the best choice for everyone. So, im 33 yo, 5'9" 215 lbs and had zero prior riding experience just for reference. Im not huge, but im not small either. I went and took the hd riding academy class at my local dealer where they put us on an xc350. I took to it pretty quick and felt extremely comfortable during the class. When it came time to buy my first bike, I decided on a 2013 dyna fat bob i ended up getting from the same dealer. Initially, i did feel a bit intimidated by it. Not so much by the weight of the bike, but the 103 motor (approx 1700cc) has a ton of power for someone with no or very little experience. I had a friend help me get it home and i took some time getting to know the bike. Practicing some slow speed stuff around the neighborhood and in some big open parking lots, and really getting used to controlling my clutch and throttle. Within a couple days i felt comfortable enough to take it out on the main roads, and within a couple more i was cruising down the interstate. Now, fast forward 6 weeks and 1200 miles, the bike feels very natural to me and im pretty damn comfortable on it. I can't possibly imagine making a better choice for me. But again, that choice may not be the best one for everyone. Take an msf course and see how you feel on their bikes, do your research before you buy anything, and go from there.
It was 20 years since I had a bike, My last bike was a 750 Suzuki. I ran into this 2006 Harley Dyna Low Rider with an 88 twin cam. It was scary at first and I almost dumped it a couple of times. I'm 67 years old and I have put 2500 miles on it since May 6 2024. I'm retired so I have a lot of time and I spent it riding my Harley and right now I'm pretty good at it. If anyone has never ridden a bike in their life then I wouldn't recommend it. But if you did and you have a few years since riding one then I would recommend it, This Low Rider is a lot of fun!!!.
I just bought a dyna street glide for my first street bike. Grew up on dirt bikes on pavement lol. Rode a few sportys here and there but my dyna feels right. Didn't want to regret a sporster buy. Good luck ride hard ride safe. 🤟🤪🤟
my first street bike was Honda 750. so glad i learned on that before buying a HD. I've had two since then and loving my 2016 Low S. keep posting videos- much respect from Arkansas.
My first bike was a 1979 Suzuki 1000 L. I didn’t ride it very long, got married, and gave it away to a friend 25 years ago. Than I bought me a brand new 2017 FXDB and I still have that to this day. I’m not ready to jump up to baggers yet. I love my dyna still too much. I’ve put in a lot of work into it. I’ve dropped it only one time when I had a passenger and that was it. Other than that? I always took it to an empty parking lot and practice, practice, and practiced. If your thinking about buying a bike? I suggest you buy the engine guard right away. Especially if it’s your first time.
I too recommend taking a MSF course. I also recommend installing crash bars on all your bikes to minimize damage when dropping. And most importantly Always ride with Full gear on. " Dress for the slide, not the ride".
my first bike was a 2015 48 and it was an awesome bike. Great bike to learn on, as i started to venture on longer rides and highway riding it no longer fit me which led to my 2016 street bob which hit all the check marks for fitting me better and able to tackle highway speeds without the motor screaming like on my 48. I would have to say that if you can afford the bike you really want be it a dyna, softail whatever as your first and commit to practicing and taking it slow until you're really comfortable with the bike then that is the way to go. Just from personal experience because of the expense. Going back I wish I had just got the Street bob from the start and just learned on it since I outgrew my 48 so quickly. Anoher great vid BK keep up the good work bro. Pancakes for the table
Me, I started on a 1969 Yamaha 250 DT-1, then a 1968 Bonneville, then a brand new 1975 Kawasaki Z1 900. I sold everything back in 1983. Then there was a space until last year when I traded my MG race car for my first Harley, a 2001 FXDL. I seems pretty heavy for a 72 year old man at low speeds and target fixation scared me until I learned to look where I wanted to go.
FXDLS Brooklyn yeah. In hindsight I probably should have test ridden some bike before buying it. I sorta walked into the Harley showroom and just pointed at the bike I thought looked the best and said I’ll take that one. Then learned to ride on.
I’m kinda of anxious about getting a dyna super glide custom as my first bike. It’s my dream bike and I’m a little worried about handling all that weight and toughness. :
I’m 17. the first bike I ever got (and the only bike I’ve ever had lol) was a 2004 Dyna Low Rider. I work at dominos so I made a whole lot of pizzas for that bike 😂 but I absolutely love it and I’m glad I got it as my first
The bike I learned on was a 07 deluxe. Currently looking for a dyna. Like you said bro, it’s all about practicing those low speed maneuvers. Once you get that down everything is just smooth sailing.
My "first" bike was a 2008 FXDB. Now ive got that and a 2016 FXDLS. Dyna is perfect for anybody as a first bike. I tell everybody that says "i want a sportster" to just hop on an older dyna if size is your main gripe.
I started riding in February, got a 2017 iron 883.. Lasted 2 months and traded up to a 2016 dyna low rider S, ride my fxdls daily now. If I could do it over I wouldn't have gotten the sportster.
Ik this video is old but for people watching this for the first time, my first bike rn is a 2017 dyna street bob the power is good for me I sat on the bike at the dealer and immediately knew this was my bike it felt right. Rn slow maneuvers are easier than the 250s in the MSF course but overall good first bike in my opinion but always sit on different bikes and just sense it.
i jumped straight on my dyna, just took it easy for a couple of months, it was fine, id say go for it if its what you really want, saves you spending more money just got to be smart about it and not just drop your clutch out of the dealership parking lot on your first ride of your 800lb bike
just bought my first licenced road bike a 2000 fxdx dyna with a mikuni carb and increases from 88 cube to 95, im still breaking myself in, were taking it slow an steady trying not to spin the tyre every time i take off haha
This is my first time watching you but I'm glad I found ya I can tell this is Longisland I'm assuming, which is where I'm from I'm looking to get a dyna for my first bike this spring/summer
@@FXDLSBrooklyn I’ve been looking at a 2008 dyna and a 2006 street bob, idk if I should start riding one of those for my first bike or stick with my idea of getting a WR250R
My first bike was a Harley FLS, last weekend traded up to a FXDL. I don’t know if it’s just not something “most” motorcyclists don’t want to say or recommend. Would be the beginners riding class through Harley, or even through a third part where you can ride other stuff beside Harley’s. Take the class, learn to be safe, go from there, once you have your endorsement you can test ride whatever you want. Then make the decision!!:) I grew out of my slim quick, mainly didn’t like the softail feel. I’m 130lbs soaking wet, haha... Get what you’re comfortable on, something you can grow up on.
Grew up riding dirtbikes, Got my 2016 dyna brand new for my first bike at 22. Still have it, just very modified now. The stock 103 is now a s&s 110 monster.
Oh man, that's is literally a monster of an engine right there -S&S 110 is a completely different beast than a screaming eagle 110 - how do you like it?
@@FXDLSBrooklyn absolutely love it. It put down more hp and torque then what the screamin eagle claimed also. By far the best investment so far. Of course the dealership wanted to put SE in but S&S is the only way to go!
My first Harley was a blacked out FXDXT with a 95inch and the thing kinda scared me. The early model Dyna is noticeably lighter than my LowriderS and was a lot faster. Still have the bike after 12 yrs and bought a few more FXDX's and FXDXT's.
Great video. I started on a 1996 Triumph Adventurer then went on to a Sportster Iron which was an absolutely reliable and fun bike to ride. I loved my Iron. I would definitely recommend it as a first Harley. But in 2017 I bought the Low Rider S and now I can't see myself on anything else. It's like a Sportsters big brother on steroids. Great Bike for sure.
I've always been a huge fan of the Iron, even straight out of the box, it's a really cool bike - if only they could find a way to take that price point down just a little bit, they would be pressed to keep them on the shelf!
Went into the store, determined to get the Iron 883, sat on it, felt good. But then the salesman showed me a used 2015 Dyna Wide Glide and I fell in love. The forward controls were so comfortable. (I'm 5ft10). However, it was terrifying my first ride. I was very choppy with the throttle, which was so powerful. (Just recently learned it is Stage 1 with the SE air filter and a Cobra 2in1 pipe). Now after three months riding I feel confident enough and have gotten to know the bike. It fits like a glove. And now I'm saving up for the Stage 2 upgrade, gonna go with a torque cam. Love the pull of this bike. BTW, this is my first bike; although I've thought of one for about 25 years. Also Btw, had only ridden a friend's motocross bike (YZ250) twice and once on a friend's Goldwing about 20 years ago.
@@shawnjames5226 Actually, i still don't have a motorcycle license. I rode only 3,000 miles the past year. But I'm planning on taking a course maybe this summer for insurance purposes. There's two Harley dealers in town here that give a school ($300) and they supply the bike: a Street 500 with crash bars. There's also a community college that gives a course and provides a similar bike. In the beginning, I did slow speed manuevers in parking lots and gained confidence. Good luck to you. It's just a machine and takes time to get familiar with.
Hey man just started watching your videos and what a coincidence because your were riding near my neighborhood towards the end of the video. I just got a 2015 Triumph Scrambler but the MSF course isn’t being offered because of the whole virus situation. Hope i catch you on the road man. Ride easy
Right on man! Yeah, I'm sure at some point they'll open it back up, I think the difficult part for them will be the classroom component, but maybe they can sub it for online courses? It's too bad, because this is an essential time to know how to operate a motorcycle. Anyways, stay patient! Things are getting better every day!
My first bike and I’m proud to say was a fxdl 2002 and I still have it and love it ! And I’m 5’7 160 pounds and I fucking love it !! I would tell him just get the dyna fuck all the bs aha
From NY as well. Just bought my first bike, it’s an 08 Dyna super glide, love every minute of it. The weight of the bike does make me more cautious, just going to take some more time to fully learn
I had an impulse buy 4 days ago 2007 Dyna street bob in perfect shape 4k miles only, my first motorcycle ever and now I shit my pants that she is too heavy.
My first bike was/still is my 2018 HD Sport Glide! I love this bike! Like you said, there really is no way to choose a "Best First Bike". For me I test rode a street 750 and I realized she just needed more power, I knew within a few days I'd be bored. Then I sat on the Sport Glide and I was intimidated because of her 700 pounds and all of the power she has. But I took her out for a test ride and I had the biggest smile that lasted for days lol. In my opinion, if you want a sportster or a 750 because you aren't confident enough especially with slow maneuvering with a lot of weight then ride those, start with whatever you feel COMFORTABLE with. I felt comfortable with my Sport Glide, a little nervous about the weight but I knew I had the skills from the MSF so I relaxed, stayed calm and did what I was taught at the class. For the power, I think for the first 500 miles I only used 1/3 throttle, but once I got more comfortable, I used more and more throttle until I used full throttle 🤙🏼 Like always bro, Nice video🔥 I was actually just thinking about making a motovlog about "Best First Bike". I feel like the more videos about things like this should happen because the more the reviews or thoughts the better for the new riders out there!! 🙌🏼
Absolutely, you should definitely make that video - content that is tailored to potential new riders is the best content - like the Shadetree says "The more of us on the road the better" But yeah man, the Sport Glide when it first came out, I honestly didn't like it. Then some of my friends got them and I saw what they were capable of, and I think it's a really great bike, especially those stock bags!
@@FXDLSBrooklyn I definitely agree with Shadetree on that one! Whenever I talk to my friends or any who is just thinking about maybe taking the course (or people that don't like the idea of motorcycle riding) I tell them what my MSF instructor said.... "If you can ride a bicycle then you can ride a motorcycle". So I tell them to think of it like that. The Sport Glide is like 4 bikes into 1 . Quick detach bags and fairing making it a naked bike in 10 seconds and then going back into a bagger. The thing I love is the cruise control that is stock! Definitely helps with the long rides 🤙🏼
Looking to get my first bike as my primary transportation when I move, and I am 6'3, 230. I've sat on so many sportsters even ones with forward controls and I just don't feel comfortable. What would be my next choice?
Just bought my first bike and she is a very pretty 13 dyna super glide. It really feels like a great ride I would highly recommend it for sure. It is only in the low 600 pound range but very balanced for sure.
I bought my first bike 4 days ago I have no experience with bikes other than the small 250 that I rode for 2 days on the parking lot during my MSF course. I had many concerns about what my first bike should be. Something small like rebel 300 or 500? or Kawasaki Vulcan s 650? I finally decided to get a 2007 Dyna street bob and here she is sitting in my garage waiting for her registration. I sat on her she's very heavy ( at least that's how it feels ) and I'm really scared and wondering every day how I'm going to ride this bike.........
I’m going to be doing the MSF course next weekend. My buddy has a 2003 100th anniversary dyna he was gonna let me borrow. I’m 6’ 230. It’s a free bike to use until I get my own. Is this a mistake?
I bought my first bike 4 days ago I have no experience with bikes other than the small 250 that I rode for 2 days on the parking lot during my MSF course. I had many concerns about what my first bike should be. Something small like rebel 300 or 500? or Kawasaki Vulcan s 650? I finally decided to get a 2007 Dyna street bob and here she is sitting in my garage waiting for her registration. I sat on her she's very heavy ( at least that's how it feels ) and I'm really scared and wondering every day how I'm going to ride this bike.........
@@Voltomess I just bought a 2007 Dyna FXD Super Glide. I don't even have my license yet! Going to school in 2 weeks. How are you making out with yours?
My first and still only bike is my 2018 LowRider. Did the MSF on a 250 then bought the bike. I did ALOT of time in the parking lot and low speed maneuvering before feeling comfortable to ride on the road.
That’s honestly a good idea I’m taking a msf course in April my dad and his buddy’s who’s been riding for years tells me to just start on a street bob because I’ll out grow the sportster fast so I will do that! Because I feel like a street bob is perfect for me I’m ready to start my journey
I bought my first bike 4 days ago I have no experience with bikes other than the small 250 that I rode for 2 days on the parking lot during my MSF course. I had many concerns about what my first bike should be. Something small like rebel 300 or 500? or Kawasaki Vulcan s 650? I finally decided to get a 2007 Dyna street bob and here she is sitting in my garage waiting for her registration. I sat on her she's very heavy ( at least that's how it feels ) and I'm really scared and wondering every day how I'm going to ride this bike.........the problem is I don't have any big empty parking lot in my area the closes one is 2 miles away and how I'm going to do that If I don't have an idea how to downshift and shit 😫😫😫
@@Voltomess yeah, I would reccomend having someone who knows how to ride or hire a private lesson for them to ride your bike to the lot and give you other lessons there.
FXDLS Brooklyn Yeah I have been learning about mods and all from RUclipsrs such as your channel on the mods we can add. Mods I’ve added ; Saddleman step up seat, flush mount gas gap, road warrior fairing, and hand guards. I love stripped down basic bikes and love bobber style.
I got a 05 superglide tricked out with S&S 106 STROKER, n got 2003 ultra tricked out with S&S DRAGON T143 in her. But im thinking of changing motors back n putting the stroker back in my bagger n run 143 in DYNA? But its all back to drawing board with rebuilding 😮🤔🥴
My first bike was a dyna. I would honestly say its just as easy to ride as a sportster. The weight wasn’t even really an issue and im a smaller guy 5’6” 135lbs.
I'm glad you said that, I'm the same height but heavier and I'm kind of set on buying a lowrider s as my first bike. They weigh about the same as a dyna, but have a 114 instead 😬😳😦
Bro i started on a sportster. Bought her brand new! Not the best idea but hey....fugg it right. I was a new rider, still within my first year, i knew i wanted a sportster. All the mods you could do on it, the harley Davidson community was where i wanted to be. Start with what you know. I bought my sporty before i even took the msf. Be patient, ur gonna make mistakes, ur gonna drop it. Its ok. But now, i want something bigger. I want to travel and take my beautiful woman with me. On a sporty its a lil tight. 5 gears, narrow body, little storage. I LOVE my sporty. She got me into the community, she taught me life lessons and most of all she gave me confidence. Dont underestimate the harley davidson Sportster. She will open a lot of doors for ya 😌✊
Absolutely - arguably one of the best models they have ever made - our 1988 Sporty still runs with zero issues with minimal maintenance - As for doing long distances, you can definitely do it with that bike! But anyways, what bike were you thunking of moving onto after?
Here my thought process... spend the money you would have spent on a learner bike on crash protection and repairs and get the bike you want. Make sense? If not let me know
@@FXDLSBrooklyn yeah and if the out grow a 88 they can get a big bore 103 kit installed, with adjustable pushrods, cams, new clutch plates and a tune for less than 5k extra. When they out grow it. Just don't get a fuel injected one from 99 to 02' know to crap out. So 99 to 02 carburetored or 03 and up fuel injected.
1. Go take MSF course, best money you can spend on this hobby/lifestyle. 2. Test ride every bike you can; friends, dealers, neighbors, anyone who will let you. 3. Go buy the bike you want. I did this. I went from zero bike experience to buy a Honda Fury chopper as my first bike. Heavy long, not monuverable. Loved it, rode the heck out of it. Went to a Yamaha FZ07 after that, then to mt 98 Dyna. BUY THE DYNA!
@@FXDLSBrooklyn I had a really good neighbor, older retired guy, who let me ride his bike whenever I wanted. Not sure how I stumbled on your channel, but loving the content. 🤘
What’s up man! So I’ve had a few sport bikes (Honda Cbr 600’s) but never gotten on a Harley. Highly debating a dyna low rider , any tips or input on what to expect/work on?
Expect it to not be anywhere as fast as your CBR - But if you can envision riding a lightning bolt through a erupting volcano, that's what it feels like the first time on a Lowrider - Good times, and good problems
Aint nothing wrong with a sporty , I started on scooters then a YSR 50 then 250 Ninja, 500 blast , rode just about everything! Then got my VROD then the FXDP , I always wanted a sporty ! Seriously, it was the only appealing HD to me then in the early 90s I found out about the FXR! And one day I WILL GET ONE! I do have a friend who bought a dyna never rode before then joined a 1% Club , I think he’s put like 30,000 miles on it in a few years and is now a serious hardcore biker! Some people are just naturals
Right on Frank - I never knew you had a Vrod, what happened to that thing? Also looking forward to the day you get that FXR, would love to see what direction you would take it!
One day I will have an FXR! Sad story of my VRod is, I sold it to this awesome guy named John, I was out of work at the time and when he came to look at the bike, he didn't even know how to ride so I took his girlfriend for a really fast! I mean really fast ride up and down the block! She loved it and so did he and on top of buying it, he hired me on the spot! And gave me 7500$ for my vrod , I was pretty happy! Then I went to work for him, everything was ok for a month or so but him and his business were going down the tubes really quickly! Then he put a bullet in his head! He was taking a shit ton of pills and god knows what else? He never got to ride the bike and left a few young children behind, RIP brother
I took the Harley riding course a few months ago and I’m looking at my first bike. For a while I was torn between an iron 883, iron 1200, or a dyna street bob. After watching this video I think I’ve decided on the street bob and just take my time getting comfortable with it
Excellent content👍Long time subscriber first time commenter😎 I started on dirt bikes/sport bikes🏍️ but finally came to my senses🤯 and bought my first Harley last year🎉 2010 Street glide 15,000mi. with all the bells🔔 I wish I did my homework📜 a bit longer⏳ because I quickly realized 🤦how much I love Dyna's ❤️ especially club style!!!! 🕺To John: bud just buy a friggin DYNA lol! 💰
Thanks Joe, much appreciated - well the good news in that situation, is if you sell the Glide, you'll probably have more than enough to buy a used Dyna - if you're looking for something new, selling that Glide would probably get you half way or more there - Let me know what you wind up doing! 🗽⚡️
@@FXDLSBrooklyn yes very true! I am leaning towards selling the Glide and buying a used Dyna but I will definitely let you know. Keep up the good work and ride faster than the virus! 🤙
Believe it or not I learned how to ride on my first bike I purchased which was a big 82 Electra Glide shovel head engine. I’m from Manhattan straight out of Hell’s Kitchen. I just hope on the bike and kept riding around the block till I got used to it. That was a great time. 🤘🏻
FXDLS Brooklyn unfortunately I do not. I ended up selling the bike and I had got myself a red Heritage Softail. Great bike. At the same time we all were in the Chopper phase and I had a black Chopper built for me with a 250 rear tire with a right side drive chase and Transmission. Great life bro. Then I sold both those bikes and got my dream bike , a 2015 Street Glide Special in black denim. Now here’s where it got bad for me bad joints runs in my family and I had already had gotten both of my hips replaced and I only had put 34 miles on the Street Glide and my knees started giving out. I couldn’t even pull the bike off it’s kick stand without being in pain. Long story short , June 27th 2019 I had both of my knees replaced at the same time cause I didn’t want to go through that pain twice. After the surgery was said and done I had my buddy ride the Street Glide to the dealership for my and as of October 19th 2019 I am the proud owner of a 2020 Softail Lowe Rider S and that is where I am today. The only thing is this Coronavirus is messing up my riding time and that’s where I’m at today. Thank God for your videos. God bless you brother. 👍🏻
My first Harley was my third bike. 94 FLHTC. I wouldn't recommend it for a first bike, big and heavy. I grew up on Yamaha dirt bikes, enduros, Honda Three wheelers, snowmobiles, and then a Honda 750. I still want, and wish I'd had a Sportster first... and kept it to have fun on with my other bikes.
Yeah that's kind of where we're at with the sporty! Out of curiosity, where were you running snow mobiles? Would you have to go out to Tahoe to do that?
FXDLS Brooklyn I’m originally a farm guy from Illinois. We rode all over Central Illinois back when they actually got decent snow cover. We’d truck them up to Wisconsin once a year too. Our first snowmobiles were... wait for it... John Deere. They were heavy but good runners. Then I got a Yamaha. 👍
Haven't been on road since 2013 (i had a honda cbr250r) i just brought a 2014 harley dyna fatbob as my first harley/cruiser pick it up Thursday (april 1st) was going to go sportster but didnt want to grow out of it haha been riding dirtbikes and qauds though off road in-between years
@@FXDLSBrooklyn Dont regret buying the sporty. It was definitely good to learn on and not too expensive for an entry level bike. Upgraded for size, speed, and reliability.
The 883 that we still have, if I were to do anything, it would be that conversion for sure - maybe one day if we keep it, also have been tossing the idea around of selling it for an FXR
I actually want to buy a low rider s for my first bike !!! Just want to know if that’s the right choice of course I gotta take a couple weeks to get used to the throttle and respect the bike but I’m sure with practice I can get the hang of it what do u guys think? Cause I really want that bike and I don’t want to get a sportster and outgrow it in 3 months and now only that but I sat on it and it was comfortable so I felt like the sportster isn’t for me
Heyyy guy's I just bought my first bike yesterday 2012 dyna street bob and just past my classes haven't rode it yet but I was wondering what should I look out for when driving it back home its an 1h 20min ride not sure if I have the confidence to get on the highway
hahaha happen to me the same, I start with a 883 carbourated and jump to a Dyna Fat Bob and love it, starting I was kinda afraid but after that.....wow! saludos
@@FXDLSBrooklyn I apologize...just noticed some of the vids seemed out of season. I,m doing good, sold the beemer and bought a 2020 Electraglide Standard.Back to the dark side and loving it. How you been out there in the Apple.?
@@FXDLSBrooklyn did not want to dish a ton of loot into a bike then drop it. fell in love with the look of the fxbb and went with it. should have rideen a low rider to see the diff but it is what it is. am happy with the decision
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My first bike was a dyna I bought off my uncle. I hopped on my uncles extra dyna for my first time on 2 wheels. Rode lots of quads growing up . The only thing bad about dyna for your first time is the torque and I was definitely not anticipating how easily the bike can feel like it’s getting away from you if you aren’t ready. Take it easy and just respect that throttle is all.
Spencer Evans that is absolutely insane for that to be the first bike you sit on - you got a really trusting uncle right there! Which year and model are you currently riding?
Same here, too damn big for a sportster. Did my MSF and got me a dyna wide glide. Yes the weight and torque is something to be concerned about. I basically just took it easy and kept her in the neighborhood, low speed shifting through the gears and getting used to it. Being careful.
Guys I'm shitting my pants , I did MSF 4 years ago and I was looking to get my first bike , rebel 500, kawasaki vulcan S , but I'm 5'7" and also 220lbs so I'm kinda fat maybe too fat for them and I decided to get 07 street bob , oh man this bike is beautiful BUT heavy as fuck and too much power and I'm just scared to ride, Idk if it's possible to learn on something that heavy and powerful and I wonder if I did mistake......and thinking about trade in for something smaller. On top of that I just don't know how to turn right from the stop, I always go on opposite lane.
Great advice.
@@Voltomess You can do it. 1st off always ride with Full gear on. 2nd Install crash bars on that bike. 3rd. Ride it every day in your neighborhood, just keep it in 1st & 2nd gear for the first month. 4th It helps if you start a weight training program to help strengthen your body ( taking creatine powder too). You'll be fine.
I started on a carbed 04 XL883C, had to but it myself, but by time I felt comfortable upgrading bike prices on them had me selling it for a few hundred more than I bought it for. I also moved onto a 2016 FXDLS and have been in love ever since. You were one of the youtubers posting FXDLS content that inspired me to get on two wheels!
Taking the riding course through Harley in about a week. I rode dirt bikes in high school with a family friend and never let go of the freedom it gave me. Almost got a street bob 4 years ago in my freshmen year of college but unfortunate events made me get a new car. Now 4 years later and freshly green out of school I’m finally fulfilling my dream. My ex gf step dad road a street glide and it felt massive for me. Thanks to culture and television, I’ve only ever dreamed of being a dyna man. Looking for a low rider or super glide to make my dream fulfilled.
That's awesome to hear man! Let me know which you go with!
My experience/advice might be different from others. I wanted to get use to the weight of a Sportster before getting a Dyna, which is the bike I currently have now. Instead of buying a Sportster, new or used, I rented one for a weekend and took a trip. Few hundred bucks but it helped me feel out the bike and I got the hang of it fast. I got away from the city, I live in LA and just got in tune with the bike. It was a great experience and something I highly recommend instead of dumping money into a Sportster, unless you plan on keeping it for the long run. Just a suggestion if renting is available in your area.
chris toph that makes a lot of sense - haven’t heard anyone suggest that yet, but yeah man, a few hundred vs a few thousand is definitely significant here when thinking about that first bike and bang for the buck! 🗽⚡️
seriously you think that 2 days on a Sportster is enough to be ready for Dyna? jeez.......
@@Voltomess The Dyna is heavier. If you're confident with your throttle, clutch and brake control, you can handle a "bigger" bike. Did you just get the sportster?
@@chriiistianxd no I got my MSF 2 years ago and looking to get my first bike and I really don't want to start with Sportster like he said in this video I got the same issue idk what to do . So for me renting a Sportster without any experience for a weekend does not help with anything I just need something to learn how to ride.
I just bought a 2016 dyna and I’m in love.I first started learning with a sportster but it was finally time for an upgrade!!!
Congrats! Which model did you go with?
Street bob fxdb, it’s white and has a club style look
My first street bike was an 05 FXDWG and was very intimidating. I respect the hell out of that bike and practiced slow speed maneuvers a lot and overtime created the soul bond. No regrets, love my dyna
My riding experience is mainly off-road but it helps new riders the best thing you can do no matter what bike you get. Is to consider what riding you’ll be doing. Then test rides and if your so scared to get the bigger bike going in the parking lot then go down to the smaller one. Nothing wrong with it. No matter what though youll drop it. My first road bike is my 2019 softail streetbob. I took it slow and gave myself plenty of time to do things maybe like 2 days before I took it onto the free way. My wife got a roadster and it took her almost 2 months to do that. Now she has a softail fatbob. So don’t let the size really fool you. A begginer can take the midsize models just fine but they have to respect it is all and not try to go crazy before they get a couple thousand on the saddle. I’m currently talking to a coworker about getting his 09 dyna because I enjoy opening these bikes up and have had a lot of fun learning about them. A super moto is also on my next list. just be safe no matter what bikes you get. Use your head and listen to experienced riders when they tell you to take it slow. Also taking an msf course wouldn’t kill you and is worth your money.
Right on, thank makes total sense - I feel like having the prior experience of off-road is a huge benefit for a new rider, experiencing all that uneven and unstable ground!
First bike was the 883 and really enjoyed it actually, then bought a 2011 dyna street bob as a 30th birthday gift to myself. Left it bone stock till the screaming eagle 110 tire scorcher kit came out and she's now making 106hp/122tq. I still get that same "ooooh puuurty" feeling nine years later when I look at it!!
Joe Plem right on man - those are some good numbers right there - also, having a bike for 9 years? That’s what’s up man - going in 4+ with my Lowrider 🗽⚡️
My 1st bike IS a 2017 Street Bob and my current bike. It was the 1st bike I've ever written and it came naturally to me. I love it.
That's awesome Milton! What have you done to it?
Started about three years ago on an 05 dyna super glide. Scared shtless the first couple weeks but I just kept it in town, around 30, got used to it in no time
Man great year right there, you still have it?
went with option 2...just bought my first Harley, an 04 Low Rider with 12K miles....have always wanted one and will treat her with love and respect as I get back into riding after not riding for many moons. 🙏♥️💪
Good choice! 🗽⚡️
I started more than a year ago my first bike and Harley is a 2011 Dyna FXDF Fat Bob, and I totally agree with you it is an excellent motorcycle, you won’t outgrow this bike, Dyna's grow on you, the weight does overwhelm you at the beginning but if you focus on controlling low speeds before speeding and doing stupid stuff then you might be able to drive whatever is thrown at you. PS: I never rode friends dirt bikes or anything more than a couple of times and a few blocks in my life...
Daniel Lachmann right on Daniel, couldn’t agree with you more! Thanks for checking it out and subscribe to the channel if you want more content like this! 🗽⚡️
I took the MSF then went out and got a '09 Low Rider, which I still ride to this day. I almost started with a '09 Fat Bob but I felt less confident with that bike so I went with the Low Rider. All of my friends told me not to buy a Sportster because I'd outgrow it in a few months so I took the gamble and I'm glad I did. The one thing you have to keep in mind is how YOU feel. Are you comfortable with the Sportster or Dyna? It depends on your feeling. I was naturally nervous about starting out on a bigger bike but that went away after riding for a few months. It took that long to feel comfortable. It helps to get the opinions of friends and family who have ridden for a while but ultimately it comes down to your confidence level. Once you make that decision then practice, practice, practice. Especially the slow maneuvers. Safe riding!
Well said man - and I think you nailed it, it's just a different answer for every individual, and at the end of the day comfort and safety should probably be taken into consideration over cost.
I went with option 2. I can't imagine a better choice for me personally, but it might not be the best choice for everyone. So, im 33 yo, 5'9" 215 lbs and had zero prior riding experience just for reference. Im not huge, but im not small either. I went and took the hd riding academy class at my local dealer where they put us on an xc350. I took to it pretty quick and felt extremely comfortable during the class. When it came time to buy my first bike, I decided on a 2013 dyna fat bob i ended up getting from the same dealer. Initially, i did feel a bit intimidated by it. Not so much by the weight of the bike, but the 103 motor (approx 1700cc) has a ton of power for someone with no or very little experience. I had a friend help me get it home and i took some time getting to know the bike. Practicing some slow speed stuff around the neighborhood and in some big open parking lots, and really getting used to controlling my clutch and throttle. Within a couple days i felt comfortable enough to take it out on the main roads, and within a couple more i was cruising down the interstate. Now, fast forward 6 weeks and 1200 miles, the bike feels very natural to me and im pretty damn comfortable on it. I can't possibly imagine making a better choice for me. But again, that choice may not be the best one for everyone. Take an msf course and see how you feel on their bikes, do your research before you buy anything, and go from there.
Well said, glad it worked out man!
It was 20 years since I had a bike, My last bike was a 750 Suzuki. I ran into this 2006 Harley Dyna Low Rider with an 88 twin cam. It was scary at first and I almost dumped it a couple of times. I'm 67 years old and I have put 2500 miles on it since May 6 2024. I'm retired so I have a lot of time and I spent it riding my Harley and right now I'm pretty good at it. If anyone has never ridden a bike in their life then I wouldn't recommend it. But if you did and you have a few years since riding one then I would recommend it, This Low Rider is a lot of fun!!!.
My "first" bike was an 08 fxdl... I rode a bunch of friends bikes mainly liter bikes before I was able to jump on the dyna. Great first bike choice !
Right on - that seems like the best case scenario right there if a Dyna is your end goal - thanks for checking it out! 🗽⚡️
I just bought a dyna street glide for my first street bike. Grew up on dirt bikes on pavement lol. Rode a few sportys here and there but my dyna feels right. Didn't want to regret a sporster buy. Good luck ride hard ride safe. 🤟🤪🤟
Right on man! I think you definitely made the right call, let me know how it works out!
my first street bike was Honda 750. so glad i learned on that before buying a HD. I've had two since then and loving my 2016 Low S. keep posting videos- much respect from Arkansas.
Right on Cody, we appreciate that man! Where in Arkansas?
@@FXDLSBrooklyn i am in Fort Smith!
My first bike was a 1979 Suzuki 1000 L. I didn’t ride it very long, got married, and gave it away to a friend 25 years ago. Than I bought me a brand new 2017 FXDB and I still have that to this day. I’m not ready to jump up to baggers yet. I love my dyna still too much. I’ve put in a lot of work into it. I’ve dropped it only one time when I had a passenger and that was it. Other than that? I always took it to an empty parking lot and practice, practice, and practiced. If your thinking about buying a bike? I suggest you buy the engine guard right away. Especially if it’s your first time.
Couldn't agree with you more, those low speed parking lot maneuvers are key! 🗽⚡️
I too recommend taking a MSF course. I also recommend installing crash bars on all your bikes to minimize damage when dropping. And most importantly Always ride with Full gear on. " Dress for the slide, not the ride".
Truth
my first bike was a 2015 48 and it was an awesome bike. Great bike to learn on, as i started to venture on longer rides and highway riding it no longer fit me which led to my 2016 street bob which hit all the check marks for fitting me better and able to tackle highway speeds without the motor screaming like on my 48. I would have to say that if you can afford the bike you really want be it a dyna, softail whatever as your first and commit to practicing and taking it slow until you're really comfortable with the bike then that is the way to go. Just from personal experience because of the expense. Going back I wish I had just got the Street bob from the start and just learned on it since I outgrew my 48 so quickly. Anoher great vid BK keep up the good work bro. Pancakes for the table
Well said OMA - Man I wish I knew you back when you had that Sporty! Anyways, we miss your Dyna - here's to the "project bike" of 2020 🍻 🥞 ⚡️
I started on my dads hand me down 2003 FxD Super Glide. Glad I did.
Man, you still have it? That's an awesome hand me down right there
FXDLS Brooklyn Hell yea man. I got it just over a year ago. It was great to learn on, and now i have a perfect platform to create something custom.
Me, I started on a 1969 Yamaha 250 DT-1, then a 1968 Bonneville, then a brand new 1975 Kawasaki Z1 900. I sold everything back in 1983. Then there was a space until last year when I traded my MG race car for my first Harley, a 2001 FXDL. I seems pretty heavy for a 72 year old man at low speeds and target fixation scared me until I learned to look where I wanted to go.
Oh man, great year right there! I know an older dude that I run into every now and then that has an FXDL close to that year, such a great bike! 🗽⚡️
My first bike, and to this point the only bike I have ever ridden, is my FXDLS.
Really? That's awesome man!! Hell of a first bike right there! 🗽⚡️
FXDLS Brooklyn yeah. In hindsight I probably should have test ridden some bike before buying it. I sorta walked into the Harley showroom and just pointed at the bike I thought looked the best and said I’ll take that one. Then learned to ride on.
Went right for the beast. Brave move for a first bike but that's awesome.
I went with a Dyna Street Bob for my first bike. I'm glad I did.
Right on man, that's a great choice right there! 🗽⚡️
I’m kinda of anxious about getting a dyna super glide custom as my first bike. It’s my dream bike and I’m a little worried about handling all that weight and toughness. :
@@williamaraujo3014 Get a used one.
Any bike will have torque. Heavy yes, but the center of gravity is low. Get a used one for your first bike.
I’m 17. the first bike I ever got (and the only bike I’ve ever had lol) was a 2004 Dyna Low Rider. I work at dominos so I made a whole lot of pizzas for that bike 😂 but I absolutely love it and I’m glad I got it as my first
The bike I learned on was a 07 deluxe. Currently looking for a dyna. Like you said bro, it’s all about practicing those low speed maneuvers. Once you get that down everything is just smooth sailing.
That's a pretty dope bike to start off with - what dyna were you thinking about buying?
FXDLS Brooklyn it’s in the name, fxdls 😎
My "first" bike was a 2008 FXDB. Now ive got that and a 2016 FXDLS. Dyna is perfect for anybody as a first bike. I tell everybody that says "i want a sportster" to just hop on an older dyna if size is your main gripe.
Yeah man - I've never actually ridden any of the older Dynas, only 06's and up!
I started riding in February, got a 2017 iron 883.. Lasted 2 months and traded up to a 2016 dyna low rider S, ride my fxdls daily now. If I could do it over I wouldn't have gotten the sportster.
Yeah I hear you, that's a really fast turn around with the sporty, I think in your case I would definitely have to agree!
This is currently my problem I don’t want to get a sportster and regret it that’s why I feel like I should just get my low rider
Ik this video is old but for people watching this for the first time, my first bike rn is a 2017 dyna street bob the power is good for me I sat on the bike at the dealer and immediately knew this was my bike it felt right. Rn slow maneuvers are easier than the 250s in the MSF course but overall good first bike in my opinion but always sit on different bikes and just sense it.
Im on a 2006 softail deuce currently but i have to say i really like the dyna low riders
i jumped straight on my dyna, just took it easy for a couple of months, it was fine, id say go for it if its what you really want, saves you spending more money just got to be smart about it and not just drop your clutch out of the dealership parking lot on your first ride of your 800lb bike
I think you made the right call there! 🗽⚡️
@@FXDLSBrooklyn thanks bro stay low 😁
just bought my first licenced road bike a 2000 fxdx dyna with a mikuni carb and increases from 88 cube to 95, im still breaking myself in, were taking it slow an steady trying not to spin the tyre every time i take off haha
Congrats! 🗽⚡️
My first bike was a 2005 FXD.. that being said I have been riding my buds sportys etc so felt comfy on the road
Great first bike 🗽⚡️
This is my first time watching you but I'm glad I found ya I can tell this is Longisland I'm assuming, which is where I'm from I'm looking to get a dyna for my first bike this spring/summer
That's great to hear, which year and model are you looking for?
@@FXDLSBrooklyn I’ve been looking at a 2008 dyna and a 2006 street bob, idk if I should start riding one of those for my first bike or stick with my idea of getting a WR250R
05 Super Glide springer with 21" front and slammed rear end First Bike. My regret is not starting with a 70's shovelhead hardtail chop up.
Yeah man, I think we all have that same regret
My first bike was a Harley FLS, last weekend traded up to a FXDL. I don’t know if it’s just not something “most” motorcyclists don’t want to say or recommend. Would be the beginners riding class through Harley, or even through a third part where you can ride other stuff beside Harley’s. Take the class, learn to be safe, go from there, once you have your endorsement you can test ride whatever you want. Then make the decision!!:) I grew out of my slim quick, mainly didn’t like the softail feel. I’m 130lbs soaking wet, haha... Get what you’re comfortable on, something you can grow up on.
Right on man and absolutely yes to those safety courses! What year is the FXDL you just picked up and what are you planning to do with it?
Just got an 02 wide glide today for my first bike from an old guy . I’m scared to death of it lol.
Grew up riding dirtbikes, Got my 2016 dyna brand new for my first bike at 22. Still have it, just very modified now. The stock 103 is now a s&s 110 monster.
Oh man, that's is literally a monster of an engine right there -S&S 110 is a completely different beast than a screaming eagle 110 - how do you like it?
@@FXDLSBrooklyn absolutely love it. It put down more hp and torque then what the screamin eagle claimed also. By far the best investment so far. Of course the dealership wanted to put SE in but S&S is the only way to go!
My 1st bike is a Royal enfield interceptor 650 and I still own it. My 2nd bike is a 2008 Harley davidson dyna super glide.
That’s great man, you still have the Enfield?
@@FXDLSBrooklyn Yes, I'll never sell it. It's my 1st. Love. 😍
My first Harley was a blacked out FXDXT with a 95inch and the thing kinda scared me. The early model Dyna is noticeably lighter than my LowriderS and was a lot faster. Still have the bike after 12 yrs and bought a few more FXDX's and FXDXT's.
Really? You see that much of a difference?
Great video. I started on a 1996 Triumph Adventurer then went on to a Sportster Iron which was an absolutely reliable and fun bike to ride. I loved my Iron. I would definitely recommend it as a first Harley. But in 2017 I bought the Low Rider S and now I can't see myself on anything else. It's like a Sportsters big brother on steroids. Great Bike for sure.
I've always been a huge fan of the Iron, even straight out of the box, it's a really cool bike - if only they could find a way to take that price point down just a little bit, they would be pressed to keep them on the shelf!
@@FXDLSBrooklyn I agree. I think that's the problem that Harley has created for themselves. They are pricing themselves right out of the market,
Went into the store, determined to get the Iron 883, sat on it, felt good. But then the salesman showed me a used 2015 Dyna Wide Glide and I fell in love. The forward controls were so comfortable. (I'm 5ft10). However, it was terrifying my first ride. I was very choppy with the throttle, which was so powerful. (Just recently learned it is Stage 1 with the SE air filter and a Cobra 2in1 pipe). Now after three months riding I feel confident enough and have gotten to know the bike. It fits like a glove. And now I'm saving up for the Stage 2 upgrade, gonna go with a torque cam. Love the pull of this bike. BTW, this is my first bike; although I've thought of one for about 25 years. Also Btw, had only ridden a friend's motocross bike (YZ250) twice and once on a friend's Goldwing about 20 years ago.
That's awesome man! I very much enjoyed the Wide Glide
Did you take your license test on the Harley was it hard
@@shawnjames5226 Actually, i still don't have a motorcycle license. I rode only 3,000 miles the past year. But I'm planning on taking a course maybe this summer for insurance purposes. There's two Harley dealers in town here that give a school ($300) and they supply the bike: a Street 500 with crash bars. There's also a community college that gives a course and provides a similar bike. In the beginning, I did slow speed manuevers in parking lots and gained confidence.
Good luck to you. It's just a machine and takes time to get familiar with.
Bought a 08 super glide for my first bike. Hit triple digits first time on the highway. Just buy it you know you want to 🤠
Agreed!
Hey man just started watching your videos and what a coincidence because your were riding near my neighborhood towards the end of the video. I just got a 2015 Triumph Scrambler but the MSF course isn’t being offered because of the whole virus situation. Hope i catch you on the road man. Ride easy
Right on man! Yeah, I'm sure at some point they'll open it back up, I think the difficult part for them will be the classroom component, but maybe they can sub it for online courses? It's too bad, because this is an essential time to know how to operate a motorcycle. Anyways, stay patient! Things are getting better every day!
My first bike and I’m proud to say was a fxdl 2002 and I still have it and love it ! And I’m 5’7 160 pounds and I fucking love it !! I would tell him just get the dyna fuck all the bs aha
Great year man! I love the tank emblem for that yea!
From NY as well. Just bought my first bike, it’s an 08 Dyna super glide, love every minute of it. The weight of the bike does make me more cautious, just going to take some more time to fully learn
That's a good plan right there! Congrats man!
I'm getting a 2006 Dyna Wide Glide as my first ever bike
I just bought a 2007 Dyna FXD Super Glide. My first bike. Going to school in 2 weeks!
My first bike is the FXDX Superglide sport 2001, an impulse buy at the time, best decision ever!
Nicely done man, how many miles on it!
30,000 miles, a few upgrades coming this year.
I had an impulse buy 4 days ago 2007 Dyna street bob in perfect shape 4k miles only, my first motorcycle ever and now I shit my pants that she is too heavy.
Started on dirt bikes, knew a sportster was too small, bought a Dyna and now want more HP Even
Which year/model did you go with?
@@FXDLSBrooklyn 2009 street bob, with factory matte black paint, ~10k miles (18k kms) it's a blast, definitely fun to ride
I've been riding 125 CC bike for 4 years now. so... how do you think, will dyna be a good step to move on?!
Yeah why not
My first bike was/still is my 2018 HD Sport Glide! I love this bike! Like you said, there really is no way to choose a "Best First Bike". For me I test rode a street 750 and I realized she just needed more power, I knew within a few days I'd be bored. Then I sat on the Sport Glide and I was intimidated because of her 700 pounds and all of the power she has. But I took her out for a test ride and I had the biggest smile that lasted for days lol. In my opinion, if you want a sportster or a 750 because you aren't confident enough especially with slow maneuvering with a lot of weight then ride those, start with whatever you feel COMFORTABLE with. I felt comfortable with my Sport Glide, a little nervous about the weight but I knew I had the skills from the MSF so I relaxed, stayed calm and did what I was taught at the class. For the power, I think for the first 500 miles I only used 1/3 throttle, but once I got more comfortable, I used more and more throttle until I used full throttle 🤙🏼 Like always bro, Nice video🔥 I was actually just thinking about making a motovlog about "Best First Bike". I feel like the more videos about things like this should happen because the more the reviews or thoughts the better for the new riders out there!! 🙌🏼
Absolutely, you should definitely make that video - content that is tailored to potential new riders is the best content - like the Shadetree says "The more of us on the road the better"
But yeah man, the Sport Glide when it first came out, I honestly didn't like it. Then some of my friends got them and I saw what they were capable of, and I think it's a really great bike, especially those stock bags!
@@FXDLSBrooklyn I definitely agree with Shadetree on that one! Whenever I talk to my friends or any who is just thinking about maybe taking the course (or people that don't like the idea of motorcycle riding) I tell them what my MSF instructor said.... "If you can ride a bicycle then you can ride a motorcycle". So I tell them to think of it like that.
The Sport Glide is like 4 bikes into 1 . Quick detach bags and fairing making it a naked bike in 10 seconds and then going back into a bagger. The thing I love is the cruise control that is stock! Definitely helps with the long rides 🤙🏼
Looking to get my first bike as my primary transportation when I move, and I am 6'3, 230. I've sat on so many sportsters even ones with forward controls and I just don't feel comfortable. What would be my next choice?
Just bought my first bike and she is a very pretty 13 dyna super glide. It really feels like a great ride I would highly recommend it for sure. It is only in the low 600 pound range but very balanced for sure.
Good choice! That's a solid first bike!
I bought my first bike 4 days ago I have no experience with bikes other than the small 250 that I rode for 2 days on the parking lot during my MSF course. I had many concerns about what my first bike should be. Something small like rebel 300 or 500? or Kawasaki Vulcan s 650? I finally decided to get a 2007 Dyna street bob and here she is sitting in my garage waiting for her registration. I sat on her she's very heavy ( at least that's how it feels ) and I'm really scared and wondering every day how I'm going to ride this bike.........
@@Voltomess well??
I’m going to be doing the MSF course next weekend. My buddy has a 2003 100th anniversary dyna he was gonna let me borrow. I’m 6’ 230. It’s a free bike to use until I get my own. Is this a mistake?
I got a2006 Dyna lowrider for my first bike and I'm only 17 so if I can do it y'all can probably do it but do what is comfortable with you
I just bought my first bike, a Dyna, yesterday!! I’ve never rode on my own but looking forward to it!
What year and model?
I bought my first bike 4 days ago I have no experience with bikes other than the small 250 that I rode for 2 days on the parking lot during my MSF course. I had many concerns about what my first bike should be. Something small like rebel 300 or 500? or Kawasaki Vulcan s 650? I finally decided to get a 2007 Dyna street bob and here she is sitting in my garage waiting for her registration. I sat on her she's very heavy ( at least that's how it feels ) and I'm really scared and wondering every day how I'm going to ride this bike.........
@@Voltomess I just bought a 2007 Dyna FXD Super Glide. I don't even have my license yet! Going to school in 2 weeks. How are you making out with yours?
My first and still only bike is my 2018 LowRider. Did the MSF on a 250 then bought the bike. I did ALOT of time in the parking lot and low speed maneuvering before feeling comfortable to ride on the road.
Yeah that's a hell of a jump from a 250! But that's the way to do it, get those low speed moves down first!
That’s honestly a good idea I’m taking a msf course in April my dad and his buddy’s who’s been riding for years tells me to just start on a street bob because I’ll out grow the sportster fast so I will do that! Because I feel like a street bob is perfect for me I’m ready to start my journey
I bought my first bike 4 days ago I have no experience with bikes other than the small 250 that I rode for 2 days on the parking lot during my MSF course. I had many concerns about what my first bike should be. Something small like rebel 300 or 500? or Kawasaki Vulcan s 650? I finally decided to get a 2007 Dyna street bob and here she is sitting in my garage waiting for her registration. I sat on her she's very heavy ( at least that's how it feels ) and I'm really scared and wondering every day how I'm going to ride this bike.........the problem is I don't have any big empty parking lot in my area the closes one is 2 miles away and how I'm going to do that If I don't have an idea how to downshift and shit 😫😫😫
@@Voltomess yeah, I would reccomend having someone who knows how to ride or hire a private lesson for them to ride your bike to the lot and give you other lessons there.
My first bike was a 59’ BSA A10 Golden flash. Awesome bike.
I actually had to look up to see what that was - you still have it?
Great video my friend. My first bike is a 2019 Street Bob and it’s really good as a first bike.
Great bike right there, and definitely an awesome first bike right there! Have you done anything to it?
FXDLS Brooklyn Yeah I have been learning about mods and all from RUclipsrs such as your channel on the mods we can add. Mods I’ve added ; Saddleman step up seat, flush mount gas gap, road warrior fairing, and hand guards. I love stripped down basic bikes and love bobber style.
@@mektrik how tall are you exactly? Did you keep the mids?
What a good Milage for a used sportster
Ehh hard to say man, those bikes last forever!
I got a 05 superglide tricked out with S&S 106 STROKER, n got 2003 ultra tricked out with S&S DRAGON T143 in her. But im thinking of changing motors back n putting the stroker back in my bagger n run 143 in DYNA? But its all back to drawing board with rebuilding 😮🤔🥴
Dude that is some serious power 🗽⚡️
@@FXDLSBrooklyn she's got stretch swing arm n performance machine wheels n airshifter n a big blue bottle in the saddlebag too🥳😎🫨
street bob is a great first bike especially if your end goal is a Harley ! Your never gonna out grow a Dyna street bob !
That's true! I've had my Dyna for going on four years at this point, and it's never left me wanting more!
My first bike was a 05 fxdi still have it and love it
Right on man - great bike and great year right there, right before they made the Dynas a little bigger
My first bike was a dyna. I would honestly say its just as easy to ride as a sportster. The weight wasn’t even really an issue and im a smaller guy 5’6” 135lbs.
Right on man - Thanks for weighing in!
I'm glad you said that, I'm the same height but heavier and I'm kind of set on buying a lowrider s as my first bike. They weigh about the same as a dyna, but have a 114 instead 😬😳😦
I have this same question, great video
Started on a little Suzuki ls650 savage. Less then a month later bought my dyna.
Solid starter!
@@FXDLSBrooklyn yup. Love it. It’s a bit small, cuz I’m a big guy, but it does everything I ask of it at this point.
The question in this vid is my exact question!!!!???
Doing our best! 🗽⚡️
Awesome video this awnser a lot of my ? Really like the dyna really like how they sound and look
Right on Chris! 🗽⚡️
Bro i started on a sportster. Bought her brand new! Not the best idea but hey....fugg it right. I was a new rider, still within my first year, i knew i wanted a sportster. All the mods you could do on it, the harley Davidson community was where i wanted to be. Start with what you know. I bought my sporty before i even took the msf. Be patient, ur gonna make mistakes, ur gonna drop it. Its ok. But now, i want something bigger. I want to travel and take my beautiful woman with me. On a sporty its a lil tight. 5 gears, narrow body, little storage. I LOVE my sporty. She got me into the community, she taught me life lessons and most of all she gave me confidence. Dont underestimate the harley davidson Sportster. She will open a lot of doors for ya 😌✊
Absolutely - arguably one of the best models they have ever made - our 1988 Sporty still runs with zero issues with minimal maintenance - As for doing long distances, you can definitely do it with that bike! But anyways, what bike were you thunking of moving onto after?
@@FXDLSBrooklyn the batwing!! Street glides caught my eye 💁
My first bike was a Yamaha V Star, great starter bike then I traded it in for a 2017 Street Bob.
That's awesome man! I actually spent time on a Yamaha Virago in my early days of riding - great bikes! - How are you liking the FXDB?
Here my thought process... spend the money you would have spent on a learner bike on crash protection and repairs and get the bike you want.
Make sense? If not let me know
This is an excellent point 🗽⚡️
He should get a 88 or 96cc twin cam. Then he can get a big bore kit later when he feels more comfortable.
That's a really good idea, didn't even think of that - I mean I also have plenty of friends with 88 and 96's that do just fine in terms of power
@@FXDLSBrooklyn yeah and if the out grow a 88 they can get a big bore 103 kit installed, with adjustable pushrods, cams, new clutch plates and a tune for less than 5k extra. When they out grow it. Just don't get a fuel injected one from 99 to 02' know to crap out. So 99 to 02 carburetored or 03 and up fuel injected.
1. Go take MSF course, best money you can spend on this hobby/lifestyle.
2. Test ride every bike you can; friends, dealers, neighbors, anyone who will let you.
3. Go buy the bike you want.
I did this. I went from zero bike experience to buy a Honda Fury chopper as my first bike. Heavy long, not monuverable. Loved it, rode the heck out of it. Went to a Yamaha FZ07 after that, then to mt 98 Dyna.
BUY THE DYNA!
Right on Matt! Sounds like you've had quite an interesting journey with some great bikes! 🗽⚡️
@@FXDLSBrooklyn I had a really good neighbor, older retired guy, who let me ride his bike whenever I wanted.
Not sure how I stumbled on your channel, but loving the content. 🤘
I am going to start on a Dyna
Right on man! Let me know how it works out!
@@FXDLSBrooklyn will do
@Arrows did you? is it going well?
U still alive?
What’s up man! So I’ve had a few sport bikes (Honda Cbr 600’s) but never gotten on a Harley. Highly debating a dyna low rider , any tips or input on what to expect/work on?
Expect it to not be anywhere as fast as your CBR - But if you can envision riding a lightning bolt through a erupting volcano, that's what it feels like the first time on a Lowrider - Good times, and good problems
FXDLS Brooklyn hahaha awesome expectation I’m more set on it now lol thanks man
Aint nothing wrong with a sporty , I started on scooters then a YSR 50 then 250 Ninja, 500 blast , rode just about everything! Then got my VROD then the FXDP , I always wanted a sporty ! Seriously, it was the only appealing HD to me then in the early 90s I found out about the FXR! And one day I WILL GET ONE! I do have a friend who bought a dyna never rode before then joined a 1% Club , I think he’s put like 30,000 miles on it in a few years and is now a serious hardcore biker! Some people are just naturals
Right on Frank - I never knew you had a Vrod, what happened to that thing? Also looking forward to the day you get that FXR, would love to see what direction you would take it!
One day I will have an FXR! Sad story of my VRod is, I sold it to this awesome guy named John, I was out of work at the time and when he came to look at the bike, he didn't even know how to ride so I took his girlfriend for a really fast! I mean really fast ride up and down the block! She loved it and so did he and on top of buying it, he hired me on the spot! And gave me 7500$ for my vrod , I was pretty happy! Then I went to work for him, everything was ok for a month or so but him and his business were going down the tubes really quickly! Then he put a bullet in his head! He was taking a shit ton of pills and god knows what else? He never got to ride the bike and left a few young children behind, RIP brother
I took the Harley riding course a few months ago and I’m looking at my first bike. For a while I was torn between an iron 883, iron 1200, or a dyna street bob. After watching this video I think I’ve decided on the street bob and just take my time getting comfortable with it
Good choice man
I was the same way. Picking up my dyna wide 04 end of the month.
Hey, man, I’m literally in the same boat right now. How’d going with the dyna work out for you?
Excellent content👍Long time subscriber first time commenter😎 I started on dirt bikes/sport bikes🏍️ but finally came to my senses🤯 and bought my first Harley last year🎉 2010 Street glide 15,000mi. with all the bells🔔 I wish I did my homework📜 a bit longer⏳ because I quickly realized 🤦how much I love Dyna's ❤️ especially club style!!!! 🕺To John: bud just buy a friggin DYNA lol! 💰
Thanks Joe, much appreciated - well the good news in that situation, is if you sell the Glide, you'll probably have more than enough to buy a used Dyna - if you're looking for something new, selling that Glide would probably get you half way or more there - Let me know what you wind up doing! 🗽⚡️
@@FXDLSBrooklyn yes very true! I am leaning towards selling the Glide and buying a used Dyna but I will definitely let you know. Keep up the good work and ride faster than the virus! 🤙
Believe it or not I learned how to ride on my first bike I purchased which was a big 82 Electra Glide shovel head engine. I’m from Manhattan straight out of Hell’s Kitchen. I just hope on the bike and kept riding around the block till I got used to it. That was a great time. 🤘🏻
Dude, that is an insane first bike - all due respect! Do you still have it?!
FXDLS Brooklyn unfortunately I do not. I ended up selling the bike and I had got myself a red Heritage Softail. Great bike. At the same time we all were in the Chopper phase and I had a black Chopper built for me with a 250 rear tire with a right side drive chase and Transmission. Great life bro. Then I sold both those bikes and got my dream bike , a 2015 Street Glide Special in black denim. Now here’s where it got bad for me bad joints runs in my family and I had already had gotten both of my hips replaced and I only had put 34 miles on the Street Glide and my knees started giving out. I couldn’t even pull the bike off it’s kick stand without being in pain. Long story short , June 27th 2019 I had both of my knees replaced at the same time cause I didn’t want to go through that pain twice. After the surgery was said and done I had my buddy ride the Street Glide to the dealership for my and as of October 19th 2019 I am the proud owner of a 2020 Softail Lowe Rider S and that is where I am today. The only thing is this Coronavirus is messing up my riding time and that’s where I’m at today. Thank God for your videos. God bless you brother. 👍🏻
My first Bike ever was a Road King Special and i never dropped it either.
Sick
My first Harley was my third bike. 94 FLHTC. I wouldn't recommend it for a first bike, big and heavy.
I grew up on Yamaha dirt bikes, enduros, Honda Three wheelers, snowmobiles, and then a Honda 750.
I still want, and wish I'd had a Sportster first... and kept it to have fun on with my other bikes.
Yeah that's kind of where we're at with the sporty! Out of curiosity, where were you running snow mobiles? Would you have to go out to Tahoe to do that?
FXDLS Brooklyn I’m originally a farm guy from Illinois. We rode all over Central Illinois back when they actually got decent snow cover. We’d truck them up to Wisconsin once a year too. Our first snowmobiles were... wait for it... John Deere. They were heavy but good runners. Then I got a Yamaha. 👍
Haven't been on road since 2013 (i had a honda cbr250r) i just brought a 2014 harley dyna fatbob as my first harley/cruiser pick it up Thursday (april 1st) was going to go sportster but didnt want to grow out of it haha been riding dirtbikes and qauds though off road in-between years
That's so awesome Glen! How many miles on that Fatbob?
@@FXDLSBrooklyn i live in Australia so 15500km think that equals to around 9000 miles
I was really looking at a Switchback because I want to do some touring. Is it the same as the regular Dyna?
You never see those, especially these days
@@FXDLSBrooklyn But is it the same you think? And I want it for my first bike.
I am currently looking into my first bike and I am leaning into a lowrider S .
Do it and don't look back!
Started on a 1985 sportster and bought my 2016 streetbob shortly after
Do you regret spending the time with the sporty and not going straight to the fxdb?
@@FXDLSBrooklyn Dont regret buying the sporty. It was definitely good to learn on and not too expensive for an entry level bike. Upgraded for size, speed, and reliability.
I started with a softail 8" and got a Dyna 103" a month and about 2k miles later!
Love the Dyna but my softail was easy when stopped cause the weight distribution.
Yeah that makes sense! Feel a difference with the motors?
@@FXDLSBrooklyn they Dyna is more powerful, super smooth on the highway. the softail would slip off the line from the gearing.
What was youre riding expirience ive only ridden a 600cc fourwheeler and a 250cc motorcycle at my motorcycle course
@@Gh6stGunsNmore before I got my dyna? I had a lot of experience through a Sportster as well as a couple other random bikes that were lent to me
Sportsters are cool man 1200s are fast. You can customize them alot.
The 883 that we still have, if I were to do anything, it would be that conversion for sure - maybe one day if we keep it, also have been tossing the idea around of selling it for an FXR
If you search hard enough ir go to Daytona during bike week go to swap meets and search to find one 91 or better.
Do you think a supermoto is a good first bike to learn on?
I think it would be fine. Probably even a great choice.. cheap to fix when you drop it
@@jeremylong6229 My thoughts exactly ☝️
Started on a 2019 48 Special nearly a year ago ( which Im currently riding ) but Im targeting on switching for a Fat bob or a Low Rider S
Right on man! Yeah, I have a lot of friends who started on 48's, great bike right there! 🗽⚡️
I actually want to buy a low rider s for my first bike !!! Just want to know if that’s the right choice of course I gotta take a couple weeks to get used to the throttle and respect the bike but I’m sure with practice I can get the hang of it what do u guys think? Cause I really want that bike and I don’t want to get a sportster and outgrow it in 3 months and now only that but I sat on it and it was comfortable so I felt like the sportster isn’t for me
Yeah Lenny, if it's what you know you want, just get it and put in the practice time. Let us know how it goes!
Heyyy guy's I just bought my first bike yesterday 2012 dyna street bob and just past my classes haven't rode it yet but I was wondering what should I look out for when driving it back home its an 1h 20min ride not sure if I have the confidence to get on the highway
Deer and pot holes mostly.
hahaha happen to me the same, I start with a 883 carbourated and jump to a Dyna Fat Bob and love it, starting I was kinda afraid but after that.....wow! saludos
Yeah you gotta love those carbs! Which year was the Fat Bob? Saludos Luis!
@@FXDLSBrooklyn hey Bro my Fatty is 2008 injected 100% stock to the bone...i´ll keep it well and maintain at the dealer...runs like a kitten...saludos
Yeah i bought iron 883. Wish i would have bought a 48 but couldn't afford one.
Honestly man, I think I like the Iron more
my first bike was a 2015 Dyna Street Bob aint looked back
That's the move!
Low...did you stop riding in the winter months?
No sir! Rode all winter, all though there was a few weeks there where I didn't because my heated was down - how have you been?
@@FXDLSBrooklyn I apologize...just noticed some of the vids seemed out of season. I,m doing good, sold the beemer and bought a 2020 Electraglide Standard.Back to the dark side and loving it. How you been out there in the Apple.?
J F K ahh you know, laying low like everyone else - using this time to cut all the footage I have banked like this one ☝️
@@FXDLSBrooklyn Stay safe My Man👍🇺🇸
What's a reasonablely priced dyna?
There's a lot of variables there, but anything in the range of 6000-12000
@@FXDLSBrooklyn fuck it, shovel it is then🤣
A Dyna is fine for a first bike just use a lil less throttle that’s all
Truth
03 honda shadow and now on a 19 fxbb
Right on! A couple people said the Shadow as well, must be a great first bike!
@@FXDLSBrooklyn did not want to dish a ton of loot into a bike then drop it.
fell in love with the look of the fxbb and went with it. should have rideen a low rider to see the diff but it is what it is. am happy with the decision
My first bike was an fxr low rider .
Solid.
riding dirt to learn how to ride is the way to go.
Agreed!