What makes a Dyna a convertible?

The Dyna Convertible is an FXDS-CONV in the Harley alphabet. The FX prefix means that the bike has a Sportster (X) front end (including forks, headlight, and front fender) grafted to a big twin (F) frame. It also has a Sportster type rear fender.

What was the last year Harley made Dyna?

2017
Harley-Davidson discontinued the Dyna platform in 2017 for the 2018 model year, having been replaced by a completely-redesigned Softail chassis; some of the existing models previously released by the company under the Dyna nameplate have since been carried over to the new Softail line.

Why is the Dyna so popular?

The Dyna was affordable, easy to work on, very customizable, and also had the highest performance potential in Harley’s lineup. This made it a favorite among not only Harley riders who liked to hot rod their own bikes, but in recent years, has even become the Harley of choice for stunting crews.

What does FXDS stand for?

FXDS

Acronym	Definition
FXDS	Dyna Convertible (Harley-Davidson model)

What is a FXDS?

Designations. The “F” in the FXD models designates that the bike features an overhead valve big twin engine, displacing 74, 80 or 88 cubic inches. The “X” designates the bike features sport forks and a narrow tire. “D” identifies the bike has having a “Dyna” frame and rubber-mounted engine to isolate vibration.

Why did Harley get rid of the Dyna?

If the two are so similar, why are people so mad that the Dyna was discontinued? It’s because the Dyna lineup embodied the “heritage” and “character” that the Harley-Davidson brand is both praised and panned for continuing into the present day.

Why was Dyna discontinued?

What does F XD mean?

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