Harley Davidson Dyna Low Rider Vs. Harley Davidson Dyna Super Glide Custom

“A Harley Davidson motorcycle looks even better with age.” Harley Davidson is one of the oldest motorcycle companies in the world, having been around since 1903. Despite being built with modern features, Harley Davidson motorcycles still retain their classic looks. Harley motorcycles also are reliable and have high resale values.

The Harley Davidson Dyna Low Rider and the Harley Davidson Dyna Super Glide Custom are classic, attractive motorbikes. Both motorcycles share similar features, including a Twin Cam 103TM engine, two-up riding, fuel tank-mounted gauges, bobber-style front and rear fenders with an old-school tail light, and a license plate bracket.

The Harley Low Rider was one of the most popular Dyna models, being carried over to the Softail lineup after the Dyna series was discontinued in 2018. The Harley Softail Low Rider stopped being produced in 2020. Meanwhile, the Harley Dyna Super Glide Custom was discontinued in 2014. However, both motorcycles remain popular among custom builders due to being highly customizable. This article provides a detailed comparison between the Harley Dyna Low Rider and the Harley Dyna Super Glide Custom.

The Harley Davidson Dyna Low Rider has both a traditional and modern look due to its blacked-out and chrome finishing. It has chrome front forks, dual tapered mufflers, an air breather, and cylinder heads. Some parts are both covered by blacked-out and chrome finishing, including its split five-spoke wheels, engine fins, battery cover, and dual rear suspensions. The Harley Dyna Low Rider has a small round headlamp with a chrome plate fitted on top. It has a bobber-style front fender and a chopped rear fender with a classic tail light and license plate holder.

The Harley Dyna Low Rider comes with a single-piece saddle capable of two-up riding. There is a slight dip in the rider’s seat to ensure lower back support. It is fitted with adjustable pull-back handlebars with chrome side mirrors and front turn signals. The gauges are mounted on a peanut-shaped fuel tank with a capacity of 5 gal.

The Harley Davidson Dyna Super Glide Custom has a more classic attitude due to its chrome front forks, separate dual mufflers, air-breather, powder-coated cylinder heads, highlighted fins, dual rear shock absorbers, and steel laced wheels. It has a chrome plate attached to a classic battery cover with the Super Glide logo on it. The Harley Dyna Super Glide Custom is fitted with a bobber-style front and chopped rear fender with an old-school tail light and license plate holder. It also comes with a single-piece saddle capable of two-up riding.

The Harley Dyna Super Glide Custom is fitted with low-mounted, sweptback, buckhorn handlebars with chrome side mirrors and front turn signals mounted. The gauges are mounted on a peanut-shaped fuel tank with a capacity of 5 gal.

The Harley Davidson Dyna Low Rider is powered by a 1,688 cc air-cooled, Twin Cam 103TM V-Twin engine capable of a torque of 125 Nm at 3,500 rpm and a horsepower of 77 hp at 5,020 rpm. The Twin Cam 103TM engine’s lightweight pistons provide smooth power delivery and low-end torque. This engine requires low maintenance due to being built with high-quality internal parts.

The Harley Dyna Low Rider comes with a six-speed transmission and a multi-plate clutch with a diaphragm spring, ensuring smooth and quiet gear shifts. The Electronics Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) system ensures optimal fuel delivery to the engine and a fuel economy of 42.77 mpg.

The Harley Dyna Low Rider’s suspensions are adequate for short rides on paved roads. However, the front and rear suspensions’ wheel travel is inadequate for long rides on bumpy roads. This motorcycle comes with 300 mm dual front discs and a 292 mm single rear disc brake with an optional ABS to ensure reliable braking.

The Harley Davidson Dyna Super Glide Custom is fitted with a 1,688 cc, air-cooled, Twin Cam 103TM V-Twin engine capable of a torque of 130 Nm at 3,000 rpm. The Twin Cam 103TM engine is well-known for its smooth low-end torque and precise throttle response at all gear levels. The Harley Dyna Super Glide Custom has a six-speed transmission that connects to the rear wheel via a belt drive. It also comes with an Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) to ensure optimal fuel delivery to the engine and a fuel economy of 43 mpg.

Unlike the Harley Dyna Low Rider, the Harley Dyna Super Glide Custom has a single 300 mm front disc brake and a single 292 mm rear disc brake that offers inadequate braking. It also comes with an optional ABS to improve braking. The Harley Dyna Low Rider’s suspensions provide smaller wheel travel and are only comfortable on paved roads.

The Harley Davidson Dyna Low Rider is a comfortable cruiser for shorter and average riders. It comes with an adjustable ergonomics feature known as Perfect Fit that allows the rider to adjust the position of the handlebars and seat. The Harley Dyna Low Rider has a seat height of 26.8 in that can be increased to better suit taller riders.

The Harley Dyna Low Rider has mid-mounted foot controls with tight legroom. However, the mid-mounted foot controls can also be shifted forward using aftermarket parts to increase legroom, making it more comfortable for taller riders.

Overall, the Harley Dyna Low Rider is good for cruising and riding through traffic. However, it can be transformed into an ideal light touring motorcycle by adding a few aftermarket parts, including saddlebags, fairings, windscreen, sissy bars, and high-performance suspensions.

The Harley Davidson Dyna Super Glide Custom is comfortable for short-distance and weekend rides. However, it is uncomfortable for taller riders due to its mid-mounted foot controls and stiff stock seat. To make it better suited for taller riders and long-distance rides, the mid-mounted foot controls can be shifted forward and a comfortable aftermarket seat used. The low-mounted, swept-back buckhorn handlebars are within comfortable reach of the rider and ensure an upright back position.

The Harley Dyna Super Glide Custom can also be transformed into a light-touring motorbike by adding saddlebags, windscreen, fairings, and sissy bars.

The literal meaning of the word Dyna is Power. Harley Davidson introduced the Dyna series in 1991 as motorbikes with dual shock absorbers fitted to the exterior and a conventional swingarm. In 2018, the Dyna series was replaced by the Softail lineup.

Harley Davidson is a popular American motorcycle brand. People love Harley motorcycles because they are reliable, durable, and last longer. Aftermarket parts are readily available if you are looking to replace a damaged one. The Harley motorbikes are also easier to maintain and are highly customizable.

The Harley Davidson Dyna Low Rider and the Harley Davidson Dyna Super Glide Custom are nimble, agile, good for daily commutes, and riding through traffic. Both motorcycles have classic cruiser designs with slightly sportier ergonomics, including mid-mounted foot controls and an upright riding position. The Harley Dyna Low rider is aesthetically more pleasant due to its blacked-out and chrome finishing; it also comes with a front dual disc brake. Meanwhile, the Harley Dyna Sport Glide Custom has a more classic look due to its chrome finishing. However, it has a single front disc brake which makes braking less effective.