What category is the 1997 Harley-Davidson Dyna Low Rider?

General information
Category	Custom / cruiser
Model	Harley-Davidson Dyna Low Rider
Year	1997

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Belt
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Air
Starter	Electric
Valves per cylinder	2
Torque	97.00
Power	57.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	V2
Capacity:	1338.00 ccm (81.64 cubic inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Seat height	754 mm (29.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight	272.0 kg (599.7 pounds)
Harley-Davidson Dyna Low Rider dimensions and frame
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes	Dual disc
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio	0.2096 HP/kg

Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

77 hp

Peak Power

4.8s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track15%

City55%

Cornering40%

Daily Riding60%

Touring52%

Passenger45%

Rider Profile

Best For	Suited to riders who already have some experience with heavier, low-slung cruisers and want a torquey, characterful V-twin rather than outright speed.
Purpose	Built for relaxed boulevard cruising and weekend rides where style, sound, and low-end torque matter more than cornering speed or long-distance touring comfort.
Rider Fit	The low 680mm seat height and pulled-back bars make it accessible for shorter riders, though the near-300kg weight demands confident low-speed handling.
Character	A classic American cruiser with a punchy air-cooled Twin Cam 103 engine, laid-back ergonomics, and traditional custom styling.
Not Ideal For	Not the right choice for riders seeking sport-bike agility, off-road capability, or a dedicated long-haul touring machine with wind protection and cargo capacity.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 754mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Dyna Low Rider, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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