Harley Davidson Street Bob or a Harley Davidson Softtail Standard?

Question

I have been riding a 1999 883 for six years and I want to move up in the world. I'm 5'9'' and 120lbs but I want bigger. I've looked and can't make up my mind on a softtail standard or the street bob both would have to be an 2006 model. I would like to have comfort and performance with out putting money into the bike.. thanks

Answer 1

i vote soft tail standard. they're a good bike to hit the twisties, and they have a bit of a 'chopper' look.

Answer 2

Without a doubt, test ride is correct. The feel of the softail and the others in that line will define your ability. The sporty you have is cool, but turn the handlebars the same and you will be on your rear end quickly.

Want bigger, look at some bikes only a year or two old like the FatBoy. A true work of art.

Ride Safe, choose wisely. Test Ride.

Answer 3

both bikes will be about the same for seat height the Dyna will have mid controls instead of forward controls on the softail. the o6 Dyna will also offer 6speed trans as opposed to a 5 speed, and a better cam/engine design. the suspension on the Dyna will also be better handling and better ride. However the fxst is more of a classic representation of a Harley , more nostalgia. I'd say if you want the classic look go with the fxst (softail standard). If you want to be more comfortable etc... go with the fxdb (Dyna street bob).

Answer 4

I agree with Team Chief. Take them both out for a bit. I'm 5'9" and about 130 lb. My preference runs toward the Street Bob. Which only makes sense because I'm on a Superglide now. Fuel injection makes for easy starts, and that 6-speed is sweet.

Answer 5

Hi for me I like the street bob for the look, But if you try the soft-tail custom I find the soft-tail better for the comfort the performance is the same for me I have try both and me I would go for the soft-tail but again is a question of taste make sure you love what you are paying for good luck

Answer 6

Good to see your dumping that 45 hp weedwacker engine powered girl bike for something in the 65 hp lawnmower engine range. Make sure to get a few new HD t-shirts (tm, made in China), and one of those malaysian made leather jackets with the orange horizontal stripe as well. I'd definitely get the costume before spending the mandatory dough on the loud pipes and cam..priorities my friend, priorities.

Answer 7

I vote for the street bob.

Answer 8

the street bob is one sweet looking bike. if i wasn't in love with my victory i'd have one of those.

Answer 9

Two words for you: TEST RIDE.

Go to a dealership and ride both, then decide which one you like best.

Good luck!

Answer 10

I have a Softail Deluxe and it's very low to the ground and comes really highly chromed, but it's also pretty expensive. I get lots of compliments on mine though.