Which Harley...

Fast Eddie said:
Fair point boys, the bronze may well grow on me and it is ‘correct’ for the bike so I might let them be as I don’t wanna mess around with this too much. And yes, my wallet does need to recover !

Craig, I’ve read different figures for the bike fully wet, but it’s comfortably over 600lbs. It honestly doesn’t feel that bad, pushing it around whilst I was tinkering with it, it felt fine. But then when I wrapped up for the day, I pushed the T140 in and thought ‘wow, this is light’ well, it is a Limey Lightweight after all !

Will take some pics tomorrow, here’s a few to be going on with:View attachment 18550View attachment 18551View attachment 18552View attachment 18553View attachment 18554
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Time to get down to business.
 
Which Harley has the sportster type engine in the best frame ? That would be the one I would buy. Then I'd change the gearbox to 5 speed close ratio and top gear would not be an over-drive.
 
Curb weight 674.
Keep your strength up!
I'm going the other way, seem to be looking for a lighter bike every year.



At 115 ft lbs torque I'll bet it feels good on the road.
And you have gone from a most unreliable brand to a reliable brand.

Glen
 
Glen I cannot deny, the weight issue is what put me off buying a Harley for YEARS.

And I can’t pretend that I think it’s OK either. I wish it was lighter for sure! Weight has always been a foremost consideration for me.

But, eventually, the other benefits just outweighed the weight issue in my mind.

It might sound daft, but my speed needs have been going down in recent years, and Harleys speeds have been increasing, and I think we’ve finally met in the middle!

I’m one of those who really values the whole visceral riding experience, or ‘character’ as it used to be called. And the fact is (for me at least) the vast majority of new bikes are too lacking in this area.

The Harley scores full marks for character, the engine is just awesome. The handling and braking is all way better than I expected.

It can be hustled along surprisingly quickly, without seducing me into riding stupidly faster than I wanted to.
 
Nigel,
CONGRATULATIONS!! I'm sure you'll enjoy this bike. It's a shame you had to let the Monster & Norton 961 go, although there's times I wish I wasn't trying to keep so many. That is a fine looking bike and it sounds like it came with lots of goodies. Plus it's practically brand new.
Good luck, Charlie.

P.S. I'm hoping I influenced your decision somewhat on this new purchase since you've now influenced me to buy the CNW electric starter kit for my 1974 Commando.
 
worntorn said:
Curb weight 674.
At 115 ft lbs torque I'll bet it feels good on the road.
And you have gone from a most unreliable brand to a reliable brand. Glen
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At 115 ft lbs thats as much as a 1970s 2 litre car engine produces, cannot say I'm not impressed.
 
cehenard said:
Nigel,
CONGRATULATIONS!! I'm sure you'll enjoy this bike. It's a shame you had to let the Monster & Norton 961 go, although there's times I wish I wasn't trying to keep so many. That is a fine looking bike and it sounds like it came with lots of goodies. Plus it's practically brand new.
Good luck, Charlie.

P.S. I'm hoping I influenced your decision somewhat on this new purchase since you've now influenced me to buy the CNW electric starter kit for my 1974 Commando.
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Yes you did Charlie, you and a few other on here.

I’m glad I got you back with the e start !!

Seriously, it’s impossible to fault the cNw e start and belt kit. You’ll love it.

The Dyna was box stock. It‘s me who added the goodies currently on it. I’m very happy with the bike and the additions so far. And yes, I think I’m gonna enjoy it too.

I’m not at all sad about moving the 961 or Duc on to be honest... I‘ve only got one arse at the end of the day...!
 
Ok chaps, next question, what’s the body of knowledge opinion on tyres?

Mine still has the original HD fitment tyres, and they’ll do for now. But they’re very squirmy over white lines, over banding and ruts, a bit like Roadrunners used to be, and something I’ve not really had to contend with for years.

I know these tyres last for eons, but I’d be happy to sacrifice a little mileage for more grip and stability.

Any recommendations on tyres for grip and handling rather than long life?
 
Fast Eddie said:
Ok chaps, next question, what’s the body of knowledge opinion on tyres?

Mine still has the original HD fitment tyres, and they’ll do for now. But they’re very squirmy over white lines, over banding and ruts, a bit like Roadrunners used to be, and something I’ve not really had to contend with for years.

I know these tyres last for eons, but I’d be happy to sacrifice a little mileage for more grip and stability.

Any recommendations on tyres for grip and handling rather than long life?
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What about the tyres fitted to John Deere vehicles ? :)
 
Nigel, don't have any experience or knowledge on the Dyna, I did switched over to Metzler 888's on my baggers years ago and never looked back. Much heavier than your Dyna. I did run it on the back of a customized Softail. I preferred it over the Avon. With your Dyna you could step up to one of the Roadtec's. Just a suggestion.
Be interesting to see where you wind up.
 
MichaelB said:
Nigel, don't have any experience or knowledge on the Dyna, I did switched over to Metzler 888's on my baggers years ago and never looked back. Much heavier than your Dyna. I did run it on the back of a customized Softail. I preferred it over the Avon. With your Dyna you could step up to one of the Roadtec's. Just a suggestion.
Be interesting to see where you wind up.
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Roadtecs don’t appear to come in the correct 160/70 rear. Avon Cobra Chrome tyres do though. I run Avon’s on all my classic bikes and have for years, so I’ll probably give ‘em a go...
 
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