Harley Davidson Dyna (FXDX) VS FXRS - Thrashin Supply Bike Comparison
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- We're back with another Thrashin Supply Bike Comparison! This time we go head to head with two of our favorites. The 2001 Harley Davison FXDX (Dyna) and the 1993 Harley Davidson FXRS. These bikes are both over 20/30 years old and are a go-to for everyone here at Thrashin. But what are the differences between these two bikes? You're going to have to hit play to find out for yourself! Enjoy!
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I bought a 1993 FXLR anniversary model No. 51 of 800. Great story on this bike. It was around $13,000. I sold it to a friend in 2003. He just passed away July 2023 and I got the bike back after 20 years later. Crazy to be back on it at 70 years old.
That is so wild
I have an 1989 fxlr that my dad got new. I inherited it last year. Something about the fxr make you feel like a bad ass riding it. Nothing like it. Those who know know.
I have my dad's '92 FXLR. Our father's made some great purchases.
I have an FXLR89 beautiful bike. Very rare custom Chrome forks came with it. It made three miles I have the rarest one low mileage
@@donaldcurtis9229 that should be a crime! Ride that thing
@@ispeedon287 Why shouldn't it be beautiful bike all work to the max
I know exactly what you're saying
Love the fxr
I own a 91 FXRS. I’ve owned lot of Harley’s and over 30 motorcycles of every type. I feel the FXR is something you don’t sell you just add siblings. Special bikes.
I have owned both. An '82 FXR and a '98 FXD.
The FXR handled MUCH better.
I just a 1993 FXLR 90th Anniversary with 2700 miles. Original female owner. Always garage kept in climate controlling environment. It looks like the day it came out of the showroom.
Love It !!
Very happy for you.I have A89FXLR21 inch hatchet in the front 6 inch car in the back race T bars.Chrome forks only gages speedometer.My repair guy told me it was very rare.Not many built.I got one thirty five thousand original miles street legal drag bike
The MSRP on the 93 FXRS was $11,800. That was a decent chunk of money back then. Hope this helps. BTW I'm an EVO fan, better engines with all bearings and no issues with crank run out, cam plates or the cam chain tensioners like on the twin cam.
Wow you could have bought economy cars for that much money in 93. Of course there is no comparison in the fun factor between the two but that was a lot of money back then
But the FXR just looks cooler. And it's relatively easy to get 100hp out of that 80in and upgrading the brakes is also easy so it's the FXR for me every time.
Upgrade to twin cam front brakes for about $100
Bought my first Harley Davidson about a month ago, it´s a 2002 FXD Super Glide and it is freezing cold in Sweden now so I can´t go out and ride but everyday I go in to my garage and just look at it, wrench a little bit and just enjoying the time with my new baby! :-) Damn proud of my FXD
You'll be ripping it down the road soon enough!
89’ FXR owner here 🤘🍻
I graduated HS in 1997 and just old enough to remember FXRs being fairly new. I think my buddy grab a FXR Lowrider for ~$12k in Temple, Texas. They were pretty awesome bikes back then. I didn’t get my own Harley until 2002 I picked up an FXDL in Annapolis for $15.6k. That was a chunk of change for E-4 in the Navy. I still have that bike. (Took it from an 88ci to a 95ci gear drive in 2008) Yeah I’ve gotten the Dyna wobble but yeah keeping up on your mounts and fork brace kind of ended that. I definitely want to pick up an Early 90s FXR Lowrider though. Nice Vid guys 🤙🏽
Probably the best video I've seen comparing these two bikes! I'd also like to see a video comparing 1st gen Dyna to 2nd gen Dyna.
I own a 1984 FXR which got a springer fork, that year was they first EVO engine, love riding it, beautiful bike, oh YES..!
Found one guys asking 4k, 10k miles us that worth my time?
@@chrisclanton243 Go for it! The guy is giving it away. In 5-years you will be able to sell it for twice what you paid for it.
Dude that was a great comparison 👍
I bought myself a 2000 fxdx in 2022, I am 200% satisfied with the purchase. And I completely agree that fxdx is a great bike in its own way, it's no better and no worse than fxr, it's just a little different. Thanks for the video, it was interesting to watch
Jake’s FXR for the win 🎉
I just left the comment and I read it over. It's an 87FXR state police bike.
Major conversion
Great vlog! I've never had a Dyna so your commentary was enlightening. I love my 94 FXR Super Glide: is my first bike bought in 2004 (didn't know much about Harleys. Just wanted an entry level bike bigger than a Sportster to tour). Added FXRT engine guard, FXRT trunk, and saddlebags from Buckle & Belts in Yucaipa when I lived in Riverside. Changed out the handlebars from original buck horns and replaced seat with Mustang two-up one piece. 86K on frame and tranny; 14K on H-D long-block stock 80" rebuild. Very different feel compared to my 07 FLTR with 196K original drivetrain miles and 14 FLSTC with 26K original drivetrain miles. Love what you guys do! Tacos!!
I have a 94 FXR Super Glide and a 92 FXRS Low Rider. Love riding both of them. Wish they had more power but they are great handling bikes. I’m running Thrashin bars and risers on both of them.
82' fxrs solid lift cam via shovelhead w a kick start on it has the best sound, relatively slow but is ridden as a daily commuter via solo riding. 87' tcfxrpi fuel injected 103, stock 6 speed, cams; pulls like a freight train w manley valves hit 89 mph in the 1/8th mile drags. 91' 103 tcfxr 5 speed swap, 45 mikunni. ran for it for years as an 88 tc w 543 fueling cams, finally rebuilding bigger; was a straight work horse as an 88, 100 mph cruising no problemo. i have a 14' dyna w 57h cams and a chain drive and i just dont like riding it in comparison to the fxr's. still would like to build a sporty powered fxr. best fxr...the one you build and ride.
2001 was back when there was a 9-month waiting list after putting your $1000 nonrefundable deposit down. Prices were stupid, and any bike that made it to the showroom floor had an extra, $2k, or $3k, or $4k added onto MSRP.
Great video, one thing I noticed is the dyna has a chain whereas the fxr has the belt. Even assuming the ratios are the same with the chain the power feels more direct. Might have something to do with the delivery. As an FXR owner it is a labor of love to own one which is why most people go through them 100%. Killer video either bike is a winner in my book
Without a doubt the FXR. HD cut the hours to manufacture a FXR frame and came up with the Dyna (with some tradeoffs).
It’s was Union welders, they have a sticker on the frame by the vin. The basically ran the same frame on touring till 09 but its not union workers doing the work anymore.
The engine also had to be pre assembled before installing. Couldn’t install the heads and rocker boxes while bottom end was in the frame.
It came down to being a cheaper build for Harley switching to the dyna platform. And let’s not forget, when the fxr was being built and sold it was their furthest thing from popular. All the hell yeh brothers said it looked to much like a “jap bike” that’s why a lot of the bikes you’d find from that era, guys were putting wide glide or touring front ends on them, chopping and raking the frames, anything they could do to make them look like a “Harley”. The look is what everyone craved. If they had just ridden the bike like it was intended to be ridden they would’ve realized all their cosmetic “upgrades” were destroying the best Harley ever built.
I bought a 2005 fxdc new. I have had it ever since. I like the front rake, easy turning with 39mm tubes. I haven’t upgraded the engine but I have replaced the chain tensioners and rebuilt the forks, larger springs and heavier oil. The weight is a plus for me, easy to control at 650lbs. I paid $13,500. Thanks for the video
Stoked! Thanks for watching!
just got a 03 Dyna Super glide and its rad man. its sounds so good and rides so smooth couldn't be happier!
The original paint job on that FXR is sick, I'd protect that and take it easy on it, as best you can!
Jake does! It's his baby
I do the same to mind carefully like a baby
I got my Pops old 2002 FXDL that he kept as his Garage Queen, only has 857 miles on her to this date.
That was great. I have a 2005 FXD that I picked up for a steal. I have been searching for a good comparison of the FXR vs FXD and this one really made it simple. Thank you.
Glad you liked it!
Definitely want to add an FXR to the stable one day but the one bike I'm never getting rid of is my 01 FXDXT - was lucky enough to get mine from a homie with motor work, suspension already done, super clean and have been able to change a few things to make it mine.
Saving up for an FXR.
Both bikes are great to own. A quad cam EVO with upgrade to 1250 or 1275 with .567+ cams will smoke both of these, but everyone is afraid to ride a “girls bike”. Parrallel push rods are always more conducive to make more power then criss-cross push tubes.
Have a '06 Streetbob and LOVE IT. And we've been on all roads you've been on. Keep up the good work and rubber side down 🙃
You take that evo and freshen it up with a good cam and head work and it’ll walk that twin cam. And those that’ll say it’s “modified” are correct however it’s still less CI than the twin cam.
Honestly chain conversion, engine refresh, suspension upgrade, and brake upgrade it’ll be a no brainer. I’ve owned quite a few bikes and none of them even come close to the fxr I own. It’s definitely my forever bike.
I just got a 06 Dyna Super glide. First Harley I've owned and i love it! The twin cam 88 has awesome power, but definitely going to do some engine work to it down the road. Cant wait to put some Thrashin parts on it too!
I myself own both, a 2004 Dyna and the very last year 2000 FXR4, my Dyna is efi not carb so I can’t compare it with my carb FXR. However the late model FXR has the same dual piston brakes found on the Dyna as well as the same 39mm forks. The Dyna is definitely quicker but the FXR has a more planted feeling , by far the frame makes all the difference in the world . I think a better comparison would be your 2001 Dyna and my 2000 FXR4, perhaps we can make that happen sometime. If I could only have one, hands down the FXR4.
I have both bikes (1990 Fxrt and 2005 fxdxi)
You def feel more planted and in the pocket on the FXR.
Also something to mention is the FXR wheelbase is 2” longer.
I have an 02 FXDX and a
92 FXR-SP. Love them both!
I did a major upgrade for my ‘00 dx and just amazing man. Still looking to add fxr for my collection
Love the video…I am as old school as my 1999 Fxwdg. First year of the twin cam. I have upgraded the motor to 95 ci with screaming eagle high compression heads. And swapped the stock carb for a Mikuni 42 mm flat slide. Love the power and throttle response. I think it’s rad the younger generation like you, is into the old skool scooters. Stay cool !
I went from race bikes to a 05 Dyna this year. I tought it was going to be a boring slow ride and I would kiss my corners goodbye but I love the cornering and torque or my Dyna (I have a 95ci and 258 cam) but it's good good sound, good handling and power. I think I may pick up an FXR just to have for the look and to play around with so I have an older carb model. Great video guy as usual.
This is fantastic fellas! Makes me wanna buy an FXR! My current bike is carburated so I know exactly what you mean about having more soul.
I bought an 03 fxdx 2 summers ago. Ive put about 4000 miles on it and i am very happy with my first Harley. I put new cam tensioners in it, tires, a couple of seals. Motor mounts are probably my next winter project.
Keep them greasy side down fellas! Paid under 5 grand and it had 16000 miles on it.
😂😂😂 I've tried everything to get rid of my dyna wobble....fxr motor mounts, engine stabilizers, upgraded suspension front and back... short of swapping out for an aluminum swing arm and inverted forks, I'm out of options. My FXR is totally money though..... don't have a single complaint
I had a 2009 dyna super glide and a 2000 fxr 4 in screaming eagle yellow and the the fxr when it came to handling the fxr wins hands down
Would love to see a 2017 street bob vs 2021 street bob next!
Noted!
Love my 86 FXR
I'm looking at one now to buy. But previous owner put softail tank and different wider forks on it.
FXR iconic in Harley Davidson universe that frame design follows right through to the modern touring models- 1983 Shovelhead FXR
Just bought a 1997 FXD for a daily. Love it, but I will say, I was actually looking for an FXR haha
Maybe one day you'll have both!
I think most of us born during the early 90s will gravitate more towards the FXR/Dyna. I own a Dyna myself, would love to ride an FXR if I have to chance to get one. Great comparison video overall!!
I went from a fxr to a 01 fxdx. I want to sell the dx and get another fxr. 😂
@hybridEP3 it was that easy for ya'll to get an fxr there. Ngl getting an old harley back in my place is a challenge on itself, especially an fxr.
@@johneli1911 Wym
@hybridEP3 what I meant is that if it's easy to get fxr where I'm from I would've done the same.
@@johneli1911 ahh gotcha. They’re awesome bikes they need a lot of money into them imo. Mine was built from the ground up with a s&s v117”.
I like the Dyna, mines an 03 95in. I like the TwinCam engine and the relatively short stroke 4in. My 95in is almost a square motor and is snappy
The 03 is a good year. I'd way rather have the old 00-05 Dyna's.
4 inch stroke on an 88 with a 95 kit was probably the best combo for a hot rod harley for sure!
Bought a salvage 03 RK with a 95 stroker and SE 6 speed got lucky. Feel better of the line then my 2016 103 with cams
@@jeremyaspen5610 Yep, I have Joe Mondello Heads, Dark Horse crank with H beam rods and Timken bearings, Wood ,590 gear drive cams, it hauls
Loved the video, missed the tacos!
Tacos soon!
FXR 100% bought a new 1994 FXLRC from local dealer for 13,400.00 best bike of the 5 bikes I've ever owned. I have 2 softails and a CVO street glide and a 2000 Big boar FXR
Right on! There is the MSRP we were looking for!!!
Then my dad stole his '92 FXLR (used in '93, one owner) for $8000, with only 3000 miles. It resides in my garage now. RIP dad.
I'd take a FXR over a Dyna any day of the week! The FXR has a better frame design
I owned an '03 FXD that I converted to a dual disc front end with works springs and works 13.5" shocks( basically turned it to an fxdx) it definitely was a more nimble aggressive handling bike compared to my '14 fxdl. I also owned an '09 road king and in my personal opinion it out handled both my dynas and you say more in the bike than on it like you do with the dynas. I've ridden my dad's 1985 FXRS with single disc 35mm narrow glide and it felt like my road king just with way worse braking lol. Don't get me wrong dynas are great bikes but you gotta do a lot to make them handle like the FXR or road king (that has been put on a little bit of a diet
If I had a choice I'd prefer a FXR, put a modern front brakes on it, suspension and so on.
I have a 94 FXR that I did an inverted front end with dual disk radial brakes, I did an S&S v111” engine, Brock’s swing arm with a rear radial caliper taller suspension. Bike is like a heavier sport bike now. Absolutely rips, and goes wherever you point it. One of the best handling bikes I’ve ever ridden( not just because it’s mine)
Good points boys. Carbs all day long!
MSRP for a 1992 fxr superglide was $9500.
I picked up a last year first gen. '05 FXDI last summer for SUPER CHEAP as a project/flipper bike. It needed a ton of TLC just like you guys said. Turns out its no longer a flipper, its a keeper! In with my stable with a Roadglide, Night Train, and Evo Sportster Hooligan bike. I've never had the privledge of owning or riding an FXR.
Love the fur and dyna. I have a 04 fdli I’ve put 13 inch shocks in the back I put your 9 1/2 inch risers mid bend bars the bike is awesome like the V-twin he rips
I’ve got a 2000 fxdx and I’m building a 1988 fxrp from the frame up. These are my first and second bikes so I’ll be curious to see what I like better. It’s going to be hard to beat the fxdx but I’m decking the fxrp out. I was wondering about the brakes. Kind of wish I went with the dual pistons.
I'll take the FXDX over the FXR. I've had them both, and on trips, I've had all my FXR's have issues, and I've had all my Tsports 01 and 02 take me across the country multiple times. Being in a club it's important to have something reliable. I love my FXR like I love my 69 Camaro, it will never go out of style.
Well said!
Time for a Sportster 1200 collection, Lance. Maybe a Custom and a T touring model.
Great comparison. I actually went from a ‘19 street bob back to a ‘16 fxdls for that “Harley” feeling. The new bikes are great, but they certainly miss a little bit of soul. I’m guessing this is the same for the FXR. The Dyna seems like a good middle ground between the FXR and New softails.
I did that too man! People called me crazy but the new M8s are absolutely missing the soul.
I have a 07 dyna street bob with ton of upgrades and i love it.i prefer dyna platform for other platforms because is to reliable and easy to custom. In the same time is fast bike and then easy a touring bike. This year I made a 3500km trip with my wife around Europe
I have to say that being a guy that was born and raised in South Dakota, Rapid City area to be exact, I have never owned an Harley. Been a brand X guy my hole 53 year life. After watching your blogs and other video's, I think I am jumping on the FXR or Dyna train! Just need to sell a 2006 Honda VTX1300 to help finance the endeavor! Did see a 1989 FXRS for sale in lower Alabama recently for $4,800 but missed out on the deal!
Right on! Shoot us a pic once you grab one. We'd love to see it!
FXR all day! I would have liked to see a comparison in which the bikes have the same engine. Get a tc swap FXR versus that dyna, or an evo dyna vs evo fxr. Apples and oranges.
Both bikes can be purposely build for any type of riding. A Mild street commuter to a go fast hot rod. FXR’s handle the best. No argument there. But to take your FXR and make it reliable. Take lots of money and lots of very good parts. Technology has definitely changed a lot for Harley’s. Not just electronics, but suspension , brakes, wheel size, etc… considering what we are doing now to our bikes. If you fitted both bikes with high end suspension, bigger brakes, bigger motors, who would come out on top? The legend continues…..🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽.
I had two FXRs and one Dyna. I would go with the FXR , that’s why I kept one of FXRs and got rid of the Dyna. On the FXR I was riding in the bike , as one with it. But on the Dyna I was sitting on it, not to my liking
I just picked up a 2001 FXDX with 9700mi, I'm stoked and can't wait to rip it.
You're gonna love it!
One thing you could've added was power potential. Not likely that either would stay stock long. For big power on Evo you need to save up 4k for ultima swap. Twin cam can do 97 inch big bore kit for half the money. Kinda like to see a 3 way comparison with a 1200 roadster. Or even a $5 Sportster with few grand in upgrades. Suspension and 1250 kit. Just for sheets and giggles
I love my 16' Dyna Streetbob!! I'll never sell it ! It was the first brand new thing I have ever bought. I also have a 83' Ironhead Sportster XLS but my Dyna is my favorite by far.
Beautiful bikes I love them both!!👌
Agreed!
Love the Dyna, got a 04 FXDI.
What size shocks you running in the Dyna? I’m running 14” and my belt hits the passenger peg mount so can’t run passenger pegs. Any insight on the?
Love how Juan politely corrects Lance😅
I got my first bike in June 2021 a ‘98 dyna wide glide and I love it. I just got a ‘93 FXLR this past September and what a difference in bikes!! Both are stock 80ci motors but the FXLR handles incredibly better, no dyna wobble no nothing and it almost seems way faster than my FXDWG
Love My 01 FXDX BLK ... Have all your cool parts ,, But the best add on was the Sputhe Staibilizer kit with new motor mounts . Harley hard to find . Big Bear works Great !! Good Times !!
I ride a Road glide st but I still miss my FXDXI some times.
I personally got the last of the Dyna the "17 FXDB Dyna 103 Streetbob 🖤🧡🖤
I'm a TwinCam Man💪🖤🧡🖤💪
May all your days be Harley days🖤🧡🖤
Safe travels 🙏♥️🐾🐾🇦🇺
FXR all the way regardless of reliability
The ride and sound is HARLEY'S best bike ever made
Well, my 93 fxr was owned by my father now I have it....I believe when he purchased it in Colorado Springs it was around $10,900 give or take....plus tax....
Stoked you still have it!
I own both. A 99 fxdx and a 87 fxrc. If i could only own 1 and sink a boatload of $$$ into the bike it would be the fxr.
Great choice!
I’m the original owner of a 1991 FXR-Convertible. Think I paid $11k at the time. Maybe $10,5k. But right around there.
Wow, that seems so high for back then, but glad you got one!
Thanks for giving us an idea of the numbers! Stoked you're still riding it!
Love them both!!!
Bad ass
This debate has been getting pretty heated as of late 😅
Im for FXR. EVO too! I like bigger stroke it gives you bigger torque. I ride a Sporster xl1200s 1998 it has alot of upgrades. But FXR would be my choice.
They both look cool. Does Lance still have the custom motorcycle he bought as a teenager?
I’ve owned both more than once still own fxr. FXR is wayyyyyyyy more comfortable and much different ride imho…
Thanks for sharing!
🔥🔥🤙🤙🇺🇸 great video
The stock TC in the FXDX is nearly a square engine whereas the Evo has an extra .5" stroke with a smaller bore. That should influence what you feel, and it seems to come out a bit in your talk on comparing the rides.
FXD models have the Timkin main bearing from 99-02. After that they went with pressed crank and main bearing. Forget using gear drive after 02
2:57 I have a really hard time believing the dry weight on an FXDX is 661lbs. Weirdly enough, I've found multiple spec sheets that claim 619lbs as dry weight, and equally as many that claim 661. For reference, a 2017 Dyna Lowrider S has a 664 pound dry weight according to the spec sheet. All I know is that my FXDX feels and handles like a 400 pound bike and that's all that matters to me. On a side note, I've had both bikes, and in my opinion, you can't beat an 04-05 dyna with fuel injection. The FXR I had was cool, but they are absolutely a labor of love. I rode mine 3 times and it catastrophically broke down on me twice. My 2004 has been very solid however. If you're interested in an FXR, just get one that's been restored and you'll have a really nice handling bike.
I will always pick my 2004 FXDL over my 2023 street bob all day long. the bob is for my commute, just slogging miles in traffic in the greater DC area. the dyna is more comfortable and just IMO way cooler than the softail. Never rode an FXR. maybe some day.
I’ve got an 2003 super glide wish it was an FXDX but it was a lot better deal for my first bike, but I love the carburetor Dyna
Totally agree!
Still riding my Dyna Super Glide 02 fxd I bought new in 2002. Running a Mikuni carbs and I bought it stage 1 kit love the bike. Also want to get 2022 electric glide stand 107
We didn’t get an exhaust note comparison. I had the same exhaust on my sportser, 1200 evo, sounded mean.
Wheel bearings can also cause the dyna wobble if it's too tight or worn out.
Love my 2003 Dyna FXDL - first thing I done when I bought it was replace the engine mounts and have just bought a Performance machine calliper to upgrading the stopping power- even with the Arlenn ness big rotor kit (single disc) I am not happy with the brakes..
Upgraded my 2003 FXDL to dual disc and am happy with it. Back then Harley offered a kit including disc, caliper, sleeve and even break lever assembly. I don't know if it is still available. Part no was 44090-00A
1995 FXD here :D, to me it all comes down to the Engine the EVO engine is so dope
Agreed!
You mentioned the Mikuni carbs. Are they worth it? It’s that much of a difference to the stock cv carbs?
Ask anyone who races.... Mikuni, very, very often in the winners circle. Very worth it.
We highly recommend them!
I’d love to have a 93. Year I graduated highschool. 😂
I'll take the FXR. Because I already have an FXD LOL
FXDWG 2003 100th aniversary, Just picked up has a number paint set, camelion flames withe green and skulls on all the covers and front triple clamps trying to find out info about the bike pretty sure it is a cvo. Harleys seem a little difficult to locate information on.