Harley-Davidson FXDB Dyna StreetBob vs Saxon Sceptre (2012)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson FXDB Dyna StreetBobSaxon Sceptre
Model year20122009
Price$12,999
Engine1573 cc1573 cc
Torque125 Nm
Weight289 kg284 kg
Seat height26 mm25 mm
Fuel capacity4.7 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 4-piston fixed. Optional ABS.Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. 2-piston torque-free floating. Optional ABS.Single disc
Tires100/90-H19 / 160/70-V17 120-21 / 260-18

Harley-Davidson FXDB Dyna StreetBob vs Saxon Sceptre — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson FXDB Dyna StreetBob and the Saxon Sceptre usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson FXDB Dyna StreetBob brings its published horsepower in a 289 kg package, while the Saxon Sceptre counters with its own power figure at 284 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: