2013 Harley Davidson-Dyna Fat Bob review - 6 months and 2,000 miles later
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 25 มี.ค. 2018
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So, I've had the bike for half a year, and rode nearly 2,000 miles. Do I still love my Fat Bob? You'll have to watch and find out. Get that one guy's short rider perspective on a model that you might have thought you couldn't ride.
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Love the fat Bob, great bike, awesome handling, stands out. Your review hit the nail right on the head...... think i may get the reduced reach. I'm 5' 7" and always have to adjust ever so slightly. I also Enjoyed the vid on this issue as well
The reduced reach kit is really easy to install, and not super expensive either. If you think it will make your ride more comfortable, I'd say do it!
Whats the approximate cost of the reduced reach?
@@thomasgriffith3747 surdyke.com go to HD parts/dyna/forward controls/reduced reach forward...legit site..cheapest I've found...$189.
Yes, I love my 2013 Dyna Fat Bob too and glad a mate recommend I do. I too put a low rider single Harley seat on and it made heaps of difference leaning low into corners and help my short arse legs reach the peddles properly. I will be getting the Stage One and Stage Two upgrades done this week... she will be a classic monster soon! $6K later though.
I have a 2011 fatbob, when I got it, it felt cramped and too tall all at the same time, I'm 5'10". I put a 1.75" rear lowering kit, a saddlemen step up seat, and 16 inch hcc jarhead bars with 2" risers, it's so much more comfortable now
One of my favorite things about Harley's is the ability to make them your own, including how the bike fits you. Glad you go yours all situated how you want it. 🤓👍
Some days i miss my fat bob, thanks for taking us along with you.
It's my pleasure! Thanks for watching!
Great vid bro! I own a 2009 fatbob, my first bike! I love it.
Thank you! Hope you're enjoying yours! It's a fun and surprisingly versatile cruiser. Appreciate you watching :D
I rode one recently and I'm hooked I'll be buying one as soon as I can get the money together
I'm 6'3" and my 2015 fits great. BTW I paid $5K for it with 5K miles.
Cool. I like the look of the rear fender on the 2014-2017, better than than pre-2014. Sounds like you got a steal on yours. 👍🏽
Got the 2012 Fat Bob just love the bike it’s everything you want from a motorcycle
Keep it rubber side down dude enjoy the bike
It is a great motorcycle! 🤓👍
It's good to hear your 6 month review of this bike. I really prefer the looks of these older Fat Bobs compared to the new '18 model. I'm not a fan of the face mask headlight nor the upsweep pipes. To each their own, that's just me. I like the new Sport Glide and the new Fat Boy, but 20k is too steep for my budget. I'll keep looking for a low mileage, used Fat Bob at a price I can maybe afford. Enjoy your ride, it is truly a beauty, especially with the new fender. You could put one of those little round band-aids over the warning light :))
I'm actually a fan of both the old and the new Fat Bobs. I didn't care for the tank paint on the '14-'17, but I did like the rear fender and dual LED tail lights. I've been able to ignore the warning light pretty well now, but I'll be trying some things in the near future to see if I can get to turn off.
I own a 2012 Fat Bob and that red light is caused by my front brake switch. There’s a return spring pushing a small cylinder in the switch that gets cruddy with dirt. Take it apart and clean it up and grease it good. Once it’s back together the light won’t come unless it’s to warn you of a blown globe or it’s dirty again. Renew the switch gear gasket too. Love the Fat Bob 👍
The issue was due to an open circuit because I needed a new wiring harness after I swapped out the rear fender. I've heard of the issue you're talking about, though, and have had a handful of people mention it. I appreciate the feedback. 👍🏽
I have the 2016 fat bob , superb motorcycle !!
I am the same height as you. Which bike's leg reach felt the least stretch? Fat boy/Fat bob/Sport glide? Awesome reviews by the way, thanks for them.
In order of least to most stretch (IMO) Sport Glide, Fat Boy, Fat Bob.
Im about to bring mi iron to the dealer next week,and going for a Dyna. I'm not sure if I should go for the super glide custom, street Bob or the Fat Bob. I definitely want to test ride a 48 also.
Wow! You've got some big decisions to make. There's a lot of differences between those four bikes. Good luck, and have fun! 🤓
i own 2014 model .... its a Monster and i m loving it !!!!!!!!!
Nice. I like the rear fender and the dual taillight on the 2014-2017 Fat Bobs. If I wasn't so set on putting the chopped fender on mine, I definitely would have looked into seeing if a '14+ rear fender would have fit mine.
Yes.... Dual tail lights looks suppperbbb ... Thanks for appreciation.
Got a test ride booked for next week to ride the 2018 Street Bob. I know it's a way better bike than my 2017 48 but like you not sure i can afford it and if i did buy it there would be no money for some mods. Really want to be content with the 48 but it has so many short comings! Thank Sir
I still have yet to ride the Forty-eight! I really want to. What are your biggest gripes with it?
The Street Bob is super fun and a pretty comfy ride, but I'd definitely want to make some changes to the stock version. Good luck, have fun, and ride safe!
Hi, biggest gripe...for me my journey with HD has been a steep and expensive learning curve. I am now on my third sportster in as many years! The 48 is a great bike but has its limits, the frame is small and this makes for a bit of instability on the freeway (motorway) and the gearing is shorter and feels frantic at higher rpm. Of course the small fuel tank can be a problem too. And then there is the suspension, although improved in 2016 it is still pretty rough. At my age i feel i need a smoother more relaxed ride. Still on the fence at the moment but will see how the Street Bob test ride goes next week. Thanks again.
I would have to get that red light reconfigurated for sure, it would drive me nuts. Peace brother.
Yeah, it's much worse at night, and not as bad as it seems in the video, but it's at the top of my to-do list. Peace
I have 2009 fat bob stage 4 big bore kit, to 103, she's a beast, installed dynojet power vision and target tuner, works great, and i didn't need Harley to tune my bike.. I know how to write maps bit they will send you a basic map for your bike! Best upfrafe Ive made and she added 20 Hp just by adding system! She's at roughly 128 Hp to rear tire and 131 of torque, super fun bike, will post a good video of it. Love the bike though, handles really easily, easily modifiable, and comfortable for long rides! Great bike! Ride safe!
J C sounds awesome!
What 103 kit did you go with? Hows it holding up? How many miles on the kit now?
Great twilight vid man. Next time maybe configurate yer cam so we can see more than just that beautifical tank yo, lol. Keep em comin.
Yeah, I mentioned that my mount started coming loose, thus changing the angle of the camera. Too bad, since (as you mentioned) it was a beautiful night. Thanks for watching!
You work at a university right? Go over to the Electrical engineering dept and get one of the TAs to give you a 1k ohm resistor. Find the open light circuit wire and connect it to ground via the resistor. If the idiot light is still on, remove the ground side and connect the open circuit wire to 12V. Doing one of those two things will get rid of the glaring idiot light.
Once you find which way the open circuit wire needs to be pulled, solder the resistor accordingly.
Thanks for the tip.
Take at look at M C Rider. I just viewed your segment about the bad habit of looking down to much. Good lessons can be learned.
Love his videos! Thanks for the suggestion!
Do you experience much vibration at any rpm?
Compared to the rubber mounted EVO engines I had on my previous Sportsters, I would say there is less vibration than that. But, RPM wise, I don't think it's any worse in the high rev range than it is in the lower. It's a rumbley feeling in the lower and a normal HD shake at the higher. Hope that answers your question. Thanks for watching!
that one guy Thanks. So it sounds like there is some vibration though?
Oh yeah, for sure. I don't think there is a Harley that doesn't have that. Even the new Milwaukee 8 engines that are counterbalanced really well are going to have some vibration.
I Shure hope there is some vibration.or I go look for a damn Kawasaki or so 😂
I got a fatbob ill never get rid of it, if i do I’ll buy another fat bob
I do miss it for a lot of reasons. Definitely one of my favorites, too. And, one I'd consider if I was going to buy a new cruiser.