A Decade on the Road
Ten years in, and this Harley Davidson Dyna Lowrider has been through it all. It’s been built, ridden hard, and used as a workhorse for countless trips. But after a decade of miles, wear, and changing needs, it’s time to tear it back down and start a proper rebuild.
The goal for this refresh isn't just cosmetic, it's about dialing in performance, updating worn components, and really freshening the old girl up, so she's ready for the next ten years of highway miles and photo shoots.
Phase 1: Luggage & Everyday Function
As a photographer, hauling camera gear on long rides is always the primary challenge. For this initial phase of the teardown and rebuild, the focus is setting up a cleaner, more practical storage system that doesn't ruin the bike's stance.
To handle the gear load, I’m kicking off the rebuild with a set of throw-over saddlebags. While browsing different configurations across Harley Davidson Saddlebags and checking out fitment setups for other platforms like Softail Saddlebags, I landed on the Viking Patriot Large Throw-Over Saddlebags for this build.
What's Coming Next in the Rebuild
The Patriot bags are en route to the shop.
In Part 2, we’ll get into the actual teardown, unbox the new luggage setup, check fitment alongside the current exhaust and shock setup, and map out the next mechanical upgrades on the list.
This bike has a lot of history, but the best rides are still ahead. Stay tuned for the next update!