Harley-davidson Cross Bones vs Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob — which has more power?

Harley-davidson Cross Bones produces approximately 60 hp @ 5,000 rpm (note: Harley did not officially publish HP figures for this era; estimated from Twin Cam 96B engine); Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob produces 68 hp @ 5,500 rpm (note: estimated for 96ci Twin Cam; 103ci variant approx. 73 hp). Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob wins by 8 hp.

Harley-davidson Cross Bones vs Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob — which is faster?

Top speed: Harley-davidson Cross Bones approximately 175 km/h (note: estimated), Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob 185 km/h. Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob is the faster of the two.

Harley-davidson Cross Bones vs Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob — which is lighter?

Weight: Harley-davidson Cross Bones 297 kg (wet/curb weight), Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob 305 kg (wet/curb weight, 2008-2017 Dyna FXDF). Harley-davidson Cross Bones is lighter by 8 kg.

Harley-davidson Cross Bones vs Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Harley-davidson Cross Bones approximately 6.5 L/100km (note: estimated real-world average), Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob 5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, real-world average for 2008-2017 Dyna Fat Bob). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Harley-davidson Cross Bones vs Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Harley-davidson Cross Bones 7.0/10 and Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob 7.8/10. Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob scores higher on the overall verdict. Harley-davidson Cross Bones caveat: You tour regularly or hate frequent maintenance bills. Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob caveat: New riders intimidated by weight and maintenance costs.

Harley-davidson Cross Bones vs Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Harley-davidson Cross Bones: 60 hp. Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob: 68 hp.

Harley-davidson Cross Bones vs Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob — which should I commute on daily?

Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob — Experienced riders wanting authentic V-twin character daily.

Harley-davidson Cross Bones vs Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Harley-davidson Cross Bones vs Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob. Harley-davidson Cross Bones: approximately 60 hp @ 5,000 rpm (note: Harley did not officially publish HP figures for this era; estimated from Twin Cam 96B engine) hp, 297 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed approximately 175 km/h (note: estimated), Motoryk rating 7.0/10. Harley-davidson Dyna Fat Bob: 68 hp @ 5,500 rpm (note: estimated for 96ci Twin Cam; 103ci variant approx. 73 hp) hp, 305 kg (wet/curb weight, 2008-2017 Dyna FXDF) weight, top speed 185 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.