Harley-davidson Dyna Low Rider vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Harley-davidson Dyna Low Rider vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500. Harley-davidson Dyna Low Rider: 67 hp @ 5,500 rpm (2014 103ci Twin Cam; earlier models may differ) hp, 307 kg (wet/curb weight, approximate for 2014 FXDL) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: varies by year and engine displacement), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Kawasaki Eliminator 500: 60 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 195 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Harley-davidson Dyna Low Rider
Kawasaki Eliminator 500
Horsepower (hp)
67 hp
60 hp
Torque (Nm)
130 Nm
44 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
307 kg
195 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
67 hp @ 5,500 rpm (2014 103ci Twin Cam; earlier models may differ)
60 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
130 Nm @ 3,500 rpm (2014 103ci Twin Cam; estimated for representative model year)
44 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated; note: varies by year and engine displacement)
175 km/h
Weight
307 kg (wet/curb weight, approximate for 2014 FXDL)
195 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.0 L/100km (approx. 16.7 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Harley-davidson Dyna Low Rider
7.5/10
"A genuinely capable cruiser if you buy the right one."
Pros
+Excellent low seat height
+103ci torque is addictive
+Handles better than expected
Cons
−Primary chain tensioner issues
−Amateur custom work epidemic
−Vibration fatigues on long hauls
Kawasaki Eliminator 500
7.5/10
"Smart, practical cruiser that punches above its modest price point."
Pros
+Bulletproof Kawasaki parallel twin
+Surprisingly nimble for cruiser
+Excellent real-world fuel economy
Cons
−Highway vibration above 75mph
−Budget non-adjustable suspension
−Cruiser aesthetics feel slightly costume
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