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Reviews/ Harley-davidson/ Dyna Super Glide
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7.5/10 Cruiser

Harley-davidson Dyna Super Glide Review

"Honest, capable cruiser — buy smart and it won't disappoint."

Experienced riders wanting classic American V-twin simplicity $6,500-$12,000 used 2004-2017
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Key Specs

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Top Speed
175 km/h
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Power
67 hp
@ 5,500 rpm
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Torque
110 Nm
@ 3,500 rpm
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Fuel Economy
18.2 km/L
43 mpg · 5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
build
Service Every
8,000 km
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Weight
295 kg
(wet/curb weight)
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Engine
1584cc V-Twin (96 cu in, air-cooled Twin Cam 96)
height
Seat Height
660 mm
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Transmission
6-speed
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Engine Lifespan
100,000+ km with proper maintenance
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Used Buyer Review

The Dyna Super Glide is Harley's no-nonsense, stripped-back cruiser — and honestly, that's exactly why it works. You're getting the twin-cam grunt without the chrome overload of a Heritage or the premium price tag of a Street Glide. It handles better than most Harleys because it isn't weighed down with touring luggage and extra bodywork. The rubber-mounted engine in later models genuinely tamed the vibration problem older Dynas had, so don't ignore year differences when shopping. Used examples are everywhere, which cuts both ways. Lots of choice, but also plenty of bikes that've been dropped, neglected, or fitted with garbage aftermarket parts by someone who watched too many YouTube build videos. Check the frame near the swing arm pivot — rust collects there. Inspect the primary chain tensioner and look for oil weeping around the cam chest. These aren't dealbreakers, but they're negotiating chips. Buy one with service history, factory exhaust intact, and under 40,000 miles and you're getting genuinely good value for a proper American V-twin.

Pros

+Handles well for Harley
+Twin-cam reliability proven
+Parts availability excellent
+Strong used market value
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics

Cons

-Cam tensioner wear issue
-Earlier models vibrate badly
-Fuel economy genuinely poor
-Choppers and drop damage common
warning
Avoid if

You want sporty handling or hate regular maintenance

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