2008 Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Fat Bob

I've owned the FXDF for over three years now, apart from a small throttle issue early on during the warranty period this bike has been a no hassle member of the family. Owing to the harsh climate we don't ride out here much, but even when left for months on end outdoor in heavy dust, just jump start ... and the bike is good to go. I would recommend the Fat Bob to anyone who wants a Harley but doesnt care for the shiny, heavily poilished hassles that go with most of the harley models. This is factory Rat bike. Nice to ride and with standard exhaust mods and a tune plenty of grunt to keep you happy. One down side is that the stock rims are heavy and prone to wind deflection at higher speeds.

While in the Navy I rode many Japanese bikes and enjoyed them. This is the first HD I've had.

I have been a non-rider for 23 years since having a bad accident on a Kawasaki so I didn't think I wanted to ever get on another bike. For the last several years my wife has been on my case ... about getting a Harley as she has been ridding with anyone who would let her perch on the back of theirs. She finally wore me down and I purchaced a FAT BOB with 20K on it. It is in such good condition it is mistaken for just off the showroom floor. As a matter of fact it was the only bike I looked at and took me all of ten minutes to decide to buy.

This bike is made for a big guy like me (6 ft / 265 lb). The Fat Bob has a near perfect balance, awsome looks and power that I haven't even reached yet. Handling on the road is solid and in turns it is a dream as it hugs the road with those wide tires and your center of gravity down where it should be. The lower gears give plenty of acceleration and in the top ones a smooth cruising feel with a deep throaty HD growl.

HD really did a great job of designing this bike to be pleasing to the eye. Aggressive twin headlights, black powder coated engine, 2-1-2 Tommy gun double barrel mufflers, "Full metal jacket" rear shock covers and those wide tires make this a bike that really gets looks. I happen to belong to a MC and it is funny that when we have our meetings, members comment on what a cool bike it is.

If I had to do it again, I would not hesitate to buy this bike. I guess I'm pretty lucky to have a wife who would insist that I get a Harley and then find the perfect bike for us.

Ive done 10,000km now,very happy with my Fat Bob,Put SE mufflers on to give her a bit more noise.

I LOVE MY BIKE! LET ME MAKE THAT CLEAR! BUT, I HAVE MADE ALOT OF ADJUSTMENTS AND I STILL HAVE THINGS TO DO! WHICH REALLY BUMS ME OUT.

I AM 5'2" AND 49 YEARS OLD WITH A 29" INSEAM SOOOOOOO HERE IS ALL THE CHANGES.

FIRST, I RODE THE BIKE AS IT WITH FORWARD CONTROLS FOR ABOUT 850 MILES, ... AND THAN MADE THE SWITCH TO MID CONTROLS. BOTH OF THE SEATS FROM HD THAT I BOUGHT DID NOT WORK BUT MY CORBIN IS THE MOST COMFORTABLE AND REMINDS ME OF RIDING IN MY SADDLE ON MY HORSE. SO THAT PART IS PERFECT, THE MID CONTROLS ARE WORKING, THE PROGRESSIVE SHOCKS ARE WORKING. BUT, AGAIN ANOTHER PROBLEM MY HANDLEBARS. I AM ON MY SECOND SET AND THEY ARE CARLINE AND THEY STILL ARE NOT RIGHT. I HAVE TO REMIND YOU AGAIN THAT IS BIKE RIDES LIKE A CADDY!!! IT HANDLES LIKE A DREAM AND IS SO BALANCED. I JUST WISH THAT SOMEONE HAD REALLY GUIDED ME ALONG A WHOLE LOT MORE.

OVER ALL I REALLY DON'T WANT ANY OTHER BIKE THE BIG WHEELS MAKE ME FEEL VERY SECURE ON THE BIKE.

SO NOW IF I COULD JUST GET THE HANDLE BARS RITE! THIS IS MY FIRST HARLEY AND I DON'T PLAN ON EVERY GETTING ANOTHER ONE!

HOPE YOU LIKE MY PICTURES!

TONI

NEW JERSEY