Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible vs Harley-Davidson Softail Custom (1998)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertiblestacks up against the Harley-Davidson Softail Custom. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson Dyna Glide ConvertibleHarley-Davidson Softail Custom
Model year19981998
Price
Engine1338 cc1338 cc
Horsepower56 hp56 hp
Torque97 Nm99 Nm
Weight282 kg278 kg
Seat height28 mm27 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc

Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible vs Harley-Davidson Softail Custom — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible and the Harley-Davidson Softail Custom usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Convertible brings 56 hp in a 282 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson Softail Custom counters with 56 hp at 278 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: