- Seller: Douglas A. B (Contact)
- Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
- Mileage: 5,400 Shown
- Chassis #: 1HD1GGL12SY315396
- Title Status: Clean
- Engine: 1340 cc Evolution V-Twin
- Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Harley-Davidson introduced the FXD Dyna Super Glide in 1995 as a bike that handled like a Sportster but with the power and comfort of a big cruiser. These bikes were incredibly versatile, as they were fun to ride on surface streets yet were comfortable for long-distance cruising. To make them even better for highway cruising, Harley also introduced the Dyna Convertible, which is exactly what we have here. The Convertible added saddlebags and a removable windshield so you could easily convert it from a street cruiser to a touring bike. This example has covered about 5,400 miles since new and is in fantastic condition, so if you’d love to be its next owner, be sure to cast your bids right here on Barn Finds!
While it’s no lightweight superbike, it’s also not the massive cruiser often associated with Harley. These bikes are known for their fun handling and surprising agility. Its Evolution V-Twin offers plenty of grunt and is paired to a 5-speed manual transmission. To give it a little more power and change up the exhaust note, the seller installed a Screaming Eagle Exhaust, but the original system is included with the bike.
Since the bike is located in Nova Scotia, Canada, the speedometer is in kilometers per hour and currently shows a little over 8,700 kilometers, or about 5,400 miles. Getting the bike into the US shouldn’t be a huge deal, but it is definitely something you will want to look into. The seller has a clean title and additional documentation verifying the mileage.
Besides the exhaust system, the seller also recently installed new Harley-Davidson Dunlop Tires and a Corbin Seat (the original is also included). It’s said to run as it should and is ready to ride. Based on the photos, it looks to be in excellent cosmetic condition as well. The 1340 cc Evolution V-Twin offered up about 60 horsepower and nearly 80 foot-pounds of torque when it was new and is said to have been well maintained.
If you are looking for a bike you can just about do it all, a Dyna Convertible is a great option. Reviews when new were positive, with riders praising its fun handling and versatility. The biggest complaints were that the windshield height was not optimal for every rider and that the saddlebags would sometimes come loose; both issues can be addressed if needed. Overall, this looks like a fantastic bike!
Is it made in China?
You can’t be serious?
Why? I had the same question. Instead of answering her question, you make light if it. I actually did some research and from the multiple sources that I checked, can tell you that the engine and frames are manufactured in the US.
Cathy proves You DONT meet the nicest people on a Honda…
Or on this site.
Your joking correct??
Basically the old Low Rider, minus the kickstarter. Original Evo design. If you’re stuck, you can always park it at my place…
From my time working on them, the one I’d take is probably* a Dyna, but a later one; there was a Dyna Sport – FXDX – which had a much more sporty stance, as well as the next-generation engine. So soon after the new motor came out that we didn’t have tuning kits for them, so had a day on the dyno with it and improved it somewhat!
*…but there was an XR1000 and I built a lovely Softail for someone…
Oh, I’ll get you for this, SG, I just haven’t figured out how. Kind of funny, after my divorce, I wanted to “let it all hang out”, and the best way was to buy a Harley. Enter my 1985 FXRT, that I grossly overpaid for, but what the heck. I figured my life was over, who cares? The FXRT was esentially a FXR, with touring add ONS, and was kind of a clumsy bike, as it was. I then decided to make a low rider, and this was what I was going for. It was a poor decision, and should have left the bike alone. Initially, mine had those “slash cut” ends,,,you won’t like them. Too loud( oh, boo-hoo) I found Sportster ends with drilled out baffle, worked the best. Mine was totally rebuilt, had some “27” cam, and would pull the front wheel easily. Once I got the bike to what this looks like( only hard bags), it was a tremendous cruiser. No “Honda butt” on this baby, I loved that bike!
Sadly, FB is inundated with motorcycles, especially Harleys. One advertised, an ’85 ElectraGlide, nice shape, $2500, :0! neighbor had a “Deuce”, sold to another neighbor $grand. The problem is, most anyone that wants a Harley already has one, and are are generally a tough sell. Never cared for the belt drive, but never had an issue. This is an absolute sweetheart of a bike,( most of them are the owners babies) I’d love to have it!
RE: Made in China. I read, some small HDs are made in China, but for the most part, Milwaukee and Chop-Chop( Tomahawk) Wis. SALUTE!! Sadly, the York, Pa. plant has closed, and I fear Milwaukee isn’t far behind. They posted an unbelievable $279 MILLION dollar loss in 2025 ALONE. Handwriting on the wall, folks.
You know, years ago, a comment like that would have you hanging from a basketball hoop in your underwear. We’ve come a long ways in that regard.
I’m posting this separately for review, but no Harley post is complete without it,,,in Sterophonic!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igvP806798U
I had a lot of riding songs play through my mind while cruising down the highway. This one, and Deep Purple’s “Flight of the Rat” were always good. The Doors, “Lost Little Girl,” also stuck in my mind after cruising down the main drag of Sturgis. I think that my favorite biker song is always going to be “Panama Red,” by New Riders of the Purple Sage.
When I was writing my first book, I had a lengthy soundtrack playing through my mind. I actually made a playlist that I played when I got stuck.
Anyways, I’ve attached a link to a story about one particular individual’s attachment to your song. Enjoy.
https://gearheadsncoffeestains.blogspot.com/2015/03/ringtones.html
You generally only get belt trouble if you take the guards off; the usual is a small stone between the belt and the sprocket, which punches a hole through the belt. No 5-minute job to replace, either.
I like my belt drive bikes, (just two, a 2020 Deluxe and a 06 Sportster Roadster) much cleaner and I’ve never had a problem with them. Even the one with a tiny tear from a rock I assume getting caught under it years ago.
Does it come with a top?
Well said, Howard, well said.