LOVE my '21 Heritage 114. Love it, for all the reasons you state. It's surprisingly nimble (for a 700 + lb bike), handles well, is smooth, is very versatile. I do mostly day trips with the occasional road trip. It's lovely for that. I've had 30 bikes, including a '16 Road Glide Special - which was amazing on a long trip, but honestly a little clunky on local, loop in the mountains stuff (by comparison). These are nothing like my old Triumphs, Ducatis or other speedy bikes I've had. But for chill riding, with honestly, 90% of the performance necessary to keep up with anyone, you cannot beat the Heritage.
Just purchsed the 2023 Heritage have owned many bikes in the past. I think it is one of the best i have ever rode. Only 1 complaint with the Heritage, the kick stand sucks🤣. When the only gripe you have is the kickstand you know its a great bike.
I had a 900cc Kawasaki Vulcan Classic LT before I bought my 2010 Heritage....learning curve. The Heritage is PERFECT for ME.....not as big as the RoadKing and easier to navigate the 20mph twists & turns of our local state park, but still more than able for week-long (or longer) trips. The saddlebags need stiffeners before the 'sag' starts, but I love the old-school studded leather. Honestly, it doesn’t feel that much heavier or less nimble than the Vulcan, but the low-end torque & sound from the V&H BigShots just get my juices flowing!🆒
Coming up on 10000 myself on the Heritage. Agree with you on the handling and balance. Previous bike was a Ultra Classic which was great for distance and my wife with. However, I prefer the Heritage. It’s light and nimble, can pack it up for the long journey. It’s more comfortable for me with the seating position and looking forward to taking it from Key West to Alaska next year.
I have found on that bike that the buffeting all depends on where the rider's line of sight is. If you are getting it you need to raise the shield up until it no longer occurs. On my bike I had to install a 21" shield to get my line of sight below the top of the shield. Once I achieved this buffeting was no longer an issue on my bike ever again! Once the buffeting is gone, you can incrementally lower the shield until buffeting starts and then you will know exactly what height is going to eliminate it.
I am an old guy. I have had an Ultra Classic and found it too big for me. I went to a 2018 Heritage Classic. I ride solo and find this motorcycle great for touring. I have ridden the the Blue Ridge Parkway twice, one on each Harley. I enjoyed the Heritage more.
Really enjoyed this, thanks Dan. Liked and subbed. I am on the fence about a Heritage vs. a Road King, and am looking around for just this kind of commentary. I'm shorter and lighter for you (5'9", 185lbs.), but I love the Heritage ride, and the overall utility of the bike. The main draw for me is I'm wanting a bike for exactly the reason you mention in the description--capable around town, yet capable of longer trips, 3-5 days.
Thanks for the sub!! Honestly, I prefer the Heritage over the Road King all day, a lot of guys (seemingly most) will tell you that the Road King crushes the Heritage until you hear from Heritage owners that rave about the ride of the Heritage. I wouldn't tell you NOT to get a Road King, but if 95% of your riding is commuting, you can't go wrong with the Heritage. A lot of it to me would come down to which one you think looks better.
I have owned both. a 2005 Heritage and 2003, 2008 and 2011 Road King as well as a 2011 Street glide and currently a 2019 Street glide. It is my opinion the Road king is the best ride out there. I love the balanced motor on the Heritage and I absolutely loved my Heritage, but the bar vibration at highway speeds for long distance is noticeable, especially once you get off. your hands tingle for a while. The ride on the freeway on a Road king is by far a lot smoother. It is all a matter of preference, the Heritage and Road king are so similar as far as features and functionality. Its all about the ride and feel and what YOU like. Both bikes are great, but for me, for someone has owned many Harley's and both the bikes in this discussion. The Road King would be the choice for me without hesitation.
@@rupertturner7311 If it was newer, maybe they changed something. The counter balanced motor on a softail always is smoother, generally, but the freeway rides always were smoother on a touring model. The best way to tell was looking in the rearview mirror at 75 mph. I could see a car behind me in the rearview mirror on a touring model and on a softail, I could only see an blurred image due to the harmonic vibration.
I totally agree with you! I just traded my 19 Road Glide Ultra for a 20 Heritage 114. The Ultra was just to heavy for me and i have had 4 touring Harleys but i an only 5'8" and 56 years old now so i am liking the lighter Heritage. Ride Safe!
Just found your blog since the bring it home ride, I like your upfront opinions, as far as the Heritage versus the touring bike, I have a 2015 heritage with a 103 twin cam,(which my wife left me keep when I purchased an 2018 ultra limited) The Milwaukee eight in the ultra limited definitely smoother than a twin cam, although as you say the heritage a lot lighter/less upper weight. I took off the tour pack on the limited and save 40 pounds, I have bad knees. And it did make a big difference when you’re stopped. But love both bikes for their different Ness if that’s a word. One is lighter and easier to maneuver. And the others smoother on the highway and for long distance. There’s my two cents worth. Hope your wife gets a tour and let you keep the heritage to because they’re both great bikes!
Wish this phone printed what I say, I hope your wife lets you keep the heritage and get the The touring bike also, they’re both great just a little different, that’s what makes writing fun!
I would LOVE to have my Heritage and build it out a bit, then have an Ultra Limited blacked out and kept relatively stock, maybe some pipes and tuner and leave it at that for longer trips. That is a bit of a pipe dream. Maybe when I hit 12 million subscribers in 2038 it will become a reality.
Gears & Gadgets I hope you do get the tourer. But it’s hard to leave it stock again mine was An18 with a 107, while it was new I had it converted to the 114 with stage III screaming eagle, with the two computers. It is very docile and easy to drive if it’s raining and wet or slippery, but when you want to go this thing will go also! Again glad your love the Heritage, hope you hit the lottery and your wife lets you get the ultra Limited!!
Never rode a Softail,Only touring Harleys,First a Road King Special than upgraded to a Road Glide special.Both ruff suspension,I heard nothing but good things about the softails slash heritage suspension.Rock on!
Awesome, I know how you feeling I just arrived to 12000 miles in my bike too. My best terapeutas my way to feel amazing. Thanks you for bring your wonderful trip.
Having owned the old heritage twin cam, the new M8 heritage is way smoother and better overall. The buzzing I noticed it in the handle bars and floorboards. Other than that, Harley made the Heritage one if the best Hertiages till date.
Yeah it really is an incredible motorcycle. 99% of any complaints I have are around aesthetics and some of the random bolt on / stick on things they did for historic value. The bike itself is awesome.
I have an 03 Heritage Softail Classic 100 year Anniversary bike and I’ve got three thousand more miles to go for my 10,000 mile review which I’ll put out there when I’m on my way to Spring Bike week in Myrtle Beach May 12th - 23rd I believe,she rolls like a dream!
7 months and 4 days on my ‘19 Limited. Already over 15K miles. I just can’t stay off it. I had a Heritage a few years ago. If I was only riding on my own, I’d probably go with a Heritage 114. Since my wife rides with me and we do some 4-7 day trips. We’re hoping to do a 14 day trip maybe this next year. Enjoy the ride, my friend!
Thanks I appreciate it!!! Having a little one in the house my wife and I don't really ride together often so the Heritage fits me perfect. I love the bike. Ride Safe!!
Gee should I do a 157,000 mile review of my '04 Heritage?? Here it it ; I love it!!! As he says here it's great for everything!! Commuting, day rides, or going cross-country!!! Of course that's just one man's opinion!!!
I came from a Roadking and it was very comfortable on the road. But I decided on a lighter bike which the Heritage and I have no regrets. You get the same amount of comfort but bike does not weigh you down when you are tired from a long trip and need to park
Good video. I can't comment on all the touring bikes. I can however comment on the 2018 Street Glide Special. There is no comparison between the touring bikes and the new softail chassis. As a solo rider the 2019 Sport Glide is miles ahead of the Street Glide. Power to Weight Ratio/Comfort/Handling. I enjoyed my 2018 Street Glide Special immensely. I made the mistake of test riding the Sport Glide on a whim. A couple weeks later the Street Glide Special was gone and the Sport Glide was home. I haven't looked back. Oh and since you were discussing the Heritage Classic I should probably reference it. My wife owns a 2018 with the 107. Right at 10,000 miles on the clock. She absolutely loves the ride and handling. Claims this is her forever Harley. I must admit I prefer my Sport Glide just because it's mine. LOL. I haven't ridden her Heritage much. With that said I prefer it over the touring chassis also. Not bashing touring bikes. They are nice. The MoCo really needs to upgrade their chassis and suspension on the touring bikes. Its way overdue. Finally; Stage 2. Do it. My Sport Glide has 2500 miles on the clock. Put those miles on in roughly 3 weeks. I just had the Stage 2 upgrade done this week. Picked it up on Wednesday. I stayed all Screamin' Eagle to preserve the warranty. Went with torque cam/Tuner/smart tune module/heavy breather/street cannon muffler/dyno tuning. Only 25 miles on the current build. Dang Colorado snow. HaHa. WOW what a difference. From stock to stage 2 is remarkable. Really woke the M8 107 up. Wasn't inexpensive. Especially all at once. Worth every penny in my estimation. This Stage 2 Sport Glide just may be my forever Harley. I know with 100% certainty it is my favorite Harley of the models I've owned. Take Care.
Thanks for the input BCB. Not many out there that would say they traded in a street glide for a sport glide but I could see why. A lot of guys just hate on the softails to defend the touring bikes but if they really gave a softail a chance, I think they would be blown away by the ride quality. Ride safe man!!
Big Lee The touring chassis is a bit outdated. They are great for long haul 2 up touring. With that said the softail chassis and suspension is light years ahead. Love the reduced weight and superior handling. Also as stated before the power to weight is much better on the softail. Take care.
In 2015 I went to buy a road king and came home with a Heritage 103. I ride the hell out of my bike. I ride a KTM 1290 Super Duke too so needed something in a long haul bike that felt good in the twisties as well, that's the Heritage. I am 6' and was getting some buffeting but on long hauls I throw on the "fangs" and my tall vented windshield and it goes away completely. Now if I could just figure out what I am going to do if I ever get a flat out in the boonies with a tube tire...Good review, keep up the great work
Interesting how some people complain of buffeting and some like me don't really have any issues. Really telling that every bike gives every rider a bit of a different experience. I have heard good things about the fangs. Thanks for the comment and appreciate the positivity.
Great vid, I just stumbled across your excellent channel. I Had a 1992 Heritage but was stolen in 1993. Now riding an ADV Honda Africa Twin 1000 cc big dirt bike, but would sure like to also park one of these modern Heritages in the garage.
In my opinion the Heritage is the best bike in the Harley lineup. You can use it for everyday riding, Touring. You can drop the bags and the windshield and you have a street bruiser. I love mine . It’s the most comfortable bike I’ve ever owned . Everyone ride safe
I had a 2017 FJR 1300 AE now dont get me wrong it is a great bike but after having my hip replaced and back surgery. It wasnt for me anymore. Instead I have just purchased a 2024 Heritage Classic 114 that I'll be getting next week and cant wait.
you can tour easily on a heritage. You can tour on a Moped if you put your mind to it , especially solo. Things change when you add a passenger for multi-day travels. We toured on a cruiser set up like your bike when we first married. Now, for me , it's all about the passengers experience. She gets the wide comfy seat (heated if needed), in her case, arm rests, and the wrap around pad of the trunk, and tunes on the Roadmaster. As long as she enjoys it, we can keep riding together as long as possible.
I wasl looking at one of these before the Pandemic , Really caught my eye , think I'll look around for one , your review hit on all the points I'm interested in , great review and subscribed 👍
Thanks Frank. WIth all of my experience I would say if you tour a LOT or plan on riding two up, go with the Road King. If you are like me and 99% of your riding is solo around town, I would recommend a Heritage.
Buffeting cannot be fixed by the windshield size or its position. Turbulence comes from down below your knee level. Angled windshield pushes air upward and at the same time scooping air into cockpit from down below. And because there is some "vacuum" behind the screen, air stream happily jumps into cockpit from below, to compensate the pressure... It hits your torso then rides up to the chin bar of a helmet causing buffeting... The only way to stop buffeting is to install lower wind deflectors angled the way so they push air downward. That will block the turbulent stream entering cockpit from below and you'll ride inside of a capsule of still air.
First time viewer. I appreciate you making this video, thank you. I wouldn't be surprised if you already covered this topic only I would be interested in knowing what tools you keep with you on your trips.
Great review! You could change to rims. Hehe. I personally am a HOG member and they have been much faster to assist when needed in roadside emergency. I agree that the Heritage is a great bike. I personally fell in love with the Roadking Special.
I might change to one piece rims, not sure if they would look right on the bike though. HOG says it only covers up to $100 which is why I like Geico who will cover towing to the nearest repair facility. $100 won't go very far when you are in the middle of central Oklahoma where the next repair facility might be 150 miles away. I love the Road King special too. It is a solid bike.
@@GearsGadgets Thanks! I have Progressive. HOG, been a lifetime member. It cool to gave some backup. Definitely go for a look you love. Keep the rubber side down.
@@razzrasmussen5773 I have Progressive too and their customer service is second to none. They will tow it to the nearest dealer no matter the distance.
@@GearsGadgets i got it back in January of this year haven't been on a long trip just yet but i go about 100 to 200 mile ride on most weekends and I love it hopping to take a bit of a trip sometime soon
Funny, my first Harley was a standard flht now 3rd one is a 14 ultra I have always rode two up cause if my wife wasn't on the back I never would have been able to buy the Harley in the first place. That said now iam retired and cant afford a heritage and my wife can't ride anymore, feel sorry for me please, I really would have loved the soft tail. Good videos keep it up thanks! P.S. I just turned over 54000 miles on the ultra.
600 miles a month is NOT a lot of miles a month. That amount of miles is a okay weekend. Your information was good on the review. Do you have videos on your set up of go pros, GPS, and handle bar placement of your gadgets? Thanks
Thanks Nick, I don't think 600 miles is an insane amount of riding but its certainly not below average either. I compare it to the guys who buy bikes then wont ride when its above 90 or below 70 degrees and 3 years in have 5,000 miles on their bikes. I am just your average commuter who rides all year round unless work needs me in my car for the day which happens on occasion. I will definitely do a video on my setup in the near future for you.
Kinda funny they say you can't tour on a soft tail. Iv been touring on a 2015 sportser 1200 custom. I bought it new in 2015 and it's been almost bullet proof. It has a 4.5 gallon tank not to small But not huge. Sadly it's getting near the end of its life and now I'm looking to see what other bikes I might like. Thanks for the good review video.
Thanks Dave. Yeah I think the “You cant tour on a softail” is nonsense and is usually just said from someone who owns a touring bike and mistakes “Cant” for “less ideal”. I think we can all acknowledge that touring cross country on an Ultra Limited would be WAY more comfortable than on a sportster 1200 but that doesn’t mean the Ultra Limited makes sense for someone who rides 95% around town and only hammers out the occasional (once a year) long distance trip kind of thing. I think the Heritage is awesome for an all round bike.
Really interesting! I do have the very same bike and had a Dyna s before. And I must admit that miss the rubber mounted motor at the Dyna Super Glide! But I like the look of the Heritage much better than the Road King… Thank you for this information anyway 😎
I enjoyed this video and loved the content. I purchased my first Harley back in Jan of this year. I was focused on a touring model from the get go and ended up going with at Street Glide. I honestly didn't really look at other models other than the Ultra Glide but that is still about the same as the SG. I ended up putting lowers and a tour pak on the SG so yeah....it is pretty much an Ultra now. I am starting to really dig the Heritage and may go that route next time. One question, what do you think of those gloves you are wearing? Mine have turned into a fuzzy tipped mess and don't work for $^%% when using my phone. Thanks again for your great content! Liked and Subbed!
Thanks I appreciate it!! The gloves I had were just a mesh HD glove and they actually just ripped in the wash so its time for new ones. They also dont work on my phone anyway. I forgot what they were called but they dont sell them anymore so I guess its not important lol. Thanks for the sub!!
I can understand why. The benefits of the bigger touring bikes is non-spoked wheels if you want to be able to patch a tire, the bigger frame if you are riding 2-up, and the stock engine Gaurd for highway pegs if you want to stretch out. Of course with enough money you can do all of that to the Heritage.
A nail in a tubeless tire usually gives you lots of warning that something ain't right, you pull over to see what is going on and discover you are losing air. On a tube tire it goes bang and you have your hands full instantly and hopefully get it to the side of the road before the tire comes off the rim. If its the rear tire you are lucky. If its the front................ My Harley has tubeless tires no doubt.
Hey man cool vid....i have a 13 flhtk and it is heavier....i have gone on some long tours...but mostly shorter trips...u r not wrong the heritage is more nimble...but in the end its a diffent kinda bike...i love my bike but thats the point everybody should love the bike they have....lol...keep it up man.....eyes open rubber down bro...
I love it . I have a softail slim and I’m looking to get another bike . I was thinking about the street glide special however after seeing your bike !!! I think I’m getting one thanks for all the videos I supported 100% when I go to Arizona maybe we meet and ride 👍🏻
I traded in my ‘19 Slim for a ‘20 Heritage 114. Love the versatility the Heritage provides. Strip it down while in town (bags/seat), and load it up for weekend trips.
I’m 6’5 and 280lbs wanting to get a heritage as my first bike. Will I look awkward being that tall? What bike would be best for me at that height and weight?
I rode the new Heritage and it was nice and thought I would get it for a last bike. However, sold my Fatboy and bought a mint 17 instead. I love the look of the 17 ( Heritage in general )and it’s incredibly comfortable and the bags are massive compared to 18 up. I had zero desire to buy a bagger , they do nothing for me. I love the old school HD look and that is exactly what the Heritage has in spades.
I think people are wrong, the Heritage is an awesome machine. It’s an all purpose bike if you don’t want to go to a full touring bike. I had a 97 Heritage befor I got my RoadKing and sometime I really miss my Heritage .......
Yeah the Heritage is awesome. Hopefully one day my TH-cam channel does well enough to let me keep it AND add a full touring bike lol. Time will tell. Thanks for watching!! Ride safe!!
I've gone cross country on sport bikes and logged thousands on my hayabusa and nothing has ever been as comfortable as my road glide. I got tired of having to strap down everything or use a back pack. The power is a non issue , harleys are slow bikes and lowest horsepower bike I've ever rode. But hands down the comfort and storage is what I love about my RG. To each their own. I got alot shit from friends about my RG because I'm younger and its gonna breaker down. 58K miles stage 2 and never been stranded three years of RG ownership. My opinion. When me and the wife go to sturgis everything fits in tour pack. You had 70 pounds. That's seems like alot of stuff.
Yeah about 15 lbs was stuff that I carried for filming that most people don’t need to pack. I also had a tent and camping gear that wasn’t necessarily lightweight. Since I was riding solo I didn’t really need to focus on limiting what I packed. If I didn’t have the camping and filming gear I would have been around 40 lbs of stuff or less.
@@GearsGadgets I was guessing batteries and camera gear! I knew it. I think your gear supply only gunna get bigger as your channel grows. You give up clean underwear space for battery storage. I can't imagine how much work you put in for the great content you give your viewers.
I really wish Harley would put the RDRS system on the softails. While the Road King is "only" a 107 and is a bit heavier, the ability to add the RDRS system, just make it a better value for your dollar. If you can get the police version brand new, then do that because it is a great deal, swap the seat and police rack on the back and you are good to go. Some people are like "RDRS system, who cares" having moved from a 2014 Fatbob to a 2020 Street Glide Special, it is just really, really nice to have. Specials have a bit harder ride, due to the fact that the rims are larger and thus you have less rubber to absorb bumps.
Ive done over 15000 on my heritage. I agree with most things said except the buffeting.. I’m 5’11” and buffeting over 60mph is crazy. I cant see a thing in the mirrors and at night because of all the lights shaking/buffeting about its terrible. Maybe its down the type of helmet used. I have a Shoei J-cruise.
Really? Yeah maybe helmet has a lot to do with it. I am using a Shoei RF-SR and don't really have enough buffeting to complain about. I wouldn't say there isn't any, but it isn't anything I get upset with nor does it effect vision.
Right on, man...I've had my 2019 Heritage with the 114 for about five months now and put just under 8K miles. I agree with the points you made here..I am 5'9" and experience zero wind buffeting, love the cruise control, and the bags suit me just fine. When I did my 1,500 mile roundtrip ride to Montana I did strap a Nelson Rigg tail bag to the passenger pillion seat, which made it just about perfect. Dude, are you still rocking the stock grips? Upgrade those babies!!!! 😜✌I am planning on doing a stage 2 upgrade in the spring. Thanks for the video! Wonderful bike!
I would qualify Swiss army knife to be Swiss army knife HD or vtwin. A GS or RT would be more of a Swiss army knife. That said, how would that bike work for the very tall? 6'5, 34" inseam , 250. The Heritage 114 is a nice bike as is the RK. There is quite a difference in weight though, which isn't prohibitive, but 100lbs is 100lbs. I think if one could get a new police RK, that would be the best value. 114, RDRS. IDK. It's all nice stuff.
I picked up a 2019 heritage last may and did a few day rides with my wife. I have been looking at road glides lately..but realistically i dont really need it unless i decide to go on cross country trips which aint happening anytime soon ..
Yeah the Heritage is an amazing motorcycle for MOST things. For the long trips a touring bike would be better but for 99% of people who mostly commute or ride around town solo the Heritage is amazing with the capability to load it up and go on longer trips and do it well.
sorry I am see this 2 years late, but nice video, had a question, as I will purchase one soon, actually same color as yours. What was that performance muffler you added? Also is it real loud, just don't want something too loud, thanks.????
Picking up my 19’ Heritage this week. Replaced my Electra Glide for all the reason folks suggest. Question- everyone is talking about solo riding on the Heritage. My wife loves to ride on the back, but we just tool around for short distances for the most part. Am I in trouble with my Heritage for two up riding for mostly 1-2 hour rides? Gulp
Great review! It's so funny that years ago most all the big MC's and alot of people would ride sporsters across the county I've been thousands of miles myself on a sporster now days people are soft and maybe even say sissyfied about motorcycles..have to have the best and biggest bike..it's mainly in the HD community always making fun of a lesser bike...don't seem to get that with non Harley riders...I just say this if Harley Davidson made an airplane I'd not fly in it...they break down too much....lol
@@GearsGadgets when people talk bad about softails they are definitely referring to pre Milwaukee 8 bikes because I would not have a problem riding a new soft tail cross country.
I am new to your channel and catching up on some of your vids.i really appreciate your review of the new Heritage. I had a chance to throw a leg over the road glide, street glide but felt they where not balanced and too top heavy. The Heritage felt much more balanced and can be thrown around, just more controllable in all situations in my opinion. However, I think the Indian chieftain is the ultimate duel purpose bike. It’s balance and handling is one of its main features and the seating position lets you sit into the bike as opposed to on top of it. I highly recommend test riding one before jumping into a touring model Harley.
Have a 2013 hertiage its my first hd at my late 40s dont go on any long rides just ride bk n forth to work.reconzie the scenery i to live in the valley of the sun.newer softails look weird to me but thats just me.
Interesting. Do you know what specifically makes them look weird? I would be intrigued to film a video old vs new with someone with that point of view.
Nice video, but with out sounding offensive these opinions are from a newer rider. I remember back in the 70's when I was touring I had a 750 Kawasaki twin which I thought was awsome. But after years of riding different bikes I look back and see the it was poor or ok at best. Riding 600 miles a month the Heritage is more then adequate but when you ride 2000 + miles a month you will definitely see the pitfalls of the bike. I do enjoy your videos .
Would you say the same about a 08 heritage softail? I weigh 230, 5'8 with 29.5 inseam. I would like to travel to see my kids in college 3.5 hours away and then to family in Florida (I'm in Ohio). I have I some spinal conditions. A friend's father passed and I was offered it for 7k (14k miles) and would love to have it but don't want to buy it and then regret it.
I’m not sure. I haven’t ridden an 08 so I don’t want to steer your wrong. That specific purchase sounds more like an emotional one that has a lot more value than whatever riding opinion I could provide. Sorry to hear of your friends father passing.
Do you get any wind buffeting with the windshield? I had a 2003 Heritage and I had horrible wind buffeting, I wanted to run the shield but I couldn't handle it. Herp just got to that part of the video LOL
I won't say I don't get ANY, but I will say it is minor and nothing I would complain about. I do get some comments occasionally from guys saying they experienced really bad buffeting so I'm thinking height and helmet probably have a lot to do with it. Definitely test ride one and get up to 60+ mph if you were in the market.
Harley Davidson copied the Suzuki Blvd. C50T., go with the Suzuki. No buzzing in the hand grips, like you say your having with the Heritage , plus you get full liquid cooling and shaft drive with the Blvd., for thousands of dollars less! Cheers.
I think the Heritage is the better handling and much less top heavy. For a solo rider, it'd be great. As a touring bike, it's kinda let down by tube tires and lack of luggage space. Since I ride two up a lot, I went Road King, but if I were solo, it'd be Heritage all the way with some mag wheels. Use Ride On tire sealant. It's not as effective on tube tires, but it's damn near undefeatable on a tubeless tire.
Appreciate that, I will look into the ride on sealant. I agree if you plan on riding two up frequently to go with a bigger bike with more comfort for the passenger. Luggage space as a solo rider was fine for me on a 5 day trip and it was super comfortable.
Ride a sport touring bike like a Kawi Concours, BMW or a Yamaha and you will know what a touring bike should feel like. Weight up higher gives better proformance
I’m sorry, how is a high center of gravity a positive thing? I have yet to see any Moto GP branded aerodynamic lead tank weights as a way to move your center of gravity higher for performance.
I hear a lot of people talking about lowering your center of gravity when going around corners. Yes, lower center of gravity helps you turn faster, but higher center of gravity gets you around the corner with less lean angle. I see a lot of people confusing getting down and low with leaning off. Many people would be better off with higher bars, so that they can sit up more when going around corners, keep their center of gravity higher, and reduce their lean angle.
@@GearsGadgets you see how these Dyna guys raise thier bikes to get more lean angle? You also see a lot more "performance baggers" coming out. That doesn't mean just throw in a bigger engine and now it's a performance bagger. Its better brakes, shocks, handlebars, lean angles. Sure, slam your 800 pound bike to the ground for that low COG and you'll do great on straight aways. Just dont plan to make any turns. Maybe you're just not intune with the performance cruiser scene. That's ok. My original post was simply stating that I've ridden sport touring bikes and they have a high center of gravity, believe it or not. And it's not a bad thing. Takes getting use to but yes these Harleys do have a low center of gravity and that's why they take corners like shit. And many people raise thier likes an inch or 2 to get that extra lean angle.
LOVE my '21 Heritage 114. Love it, for all the reasons you state. It's surprisingly nimble (for a 700 + lb bike), handles well, is smooth, is very versatile. I do mostly day trips with the occasional road trip. It's lovely for that. I've had 30 bikes, including a '16 Road Glide Special - which was amazing on a long trip, but honestly a little clunky on local, loop in the mountains stuff (by comparison). These are nothing like my old Triumphs, Ducatis or other speedy bikes I've had. But for chill riding, with honestly, 90% of the performance necessary to keep up with anyone, you cannot beat the Heritage.
Just purchsed the 2023 Heritage have owned many bikes in the past. I think it is one of the best i have ever rode. Only 1 complaint with the Heritage, the kick stand sucks🤣. When the only gripe you have is the kickstand you know its a great bike.
Totally agree Frank....Great AFTER you can find it and get it down, but just pain thu a$$ really. But love my '22 as well..Congrats.
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I had a 900cc Kawasaki Vulcan Classic LT before I bought my 2010 Heritage....learning curve. The Heritage is PERFECT for ME.....not as big as the RoadKing and easier to navigate the 20mph twists & turns of our local state park, but still more than able for week-long (or longer) trips. The saddlebags need stiffeners before the 'sag' starts, but I love the old-school studded leather. Honestly, it doesn’t feel that much heavier or less nimble than the Vulcan, but the low-end torque & sound from the V&H BigShots just get my juices flowing!🆒
Awesome, I love the older Heritages too.
Coming up on 10000 myself on the Heritage. Agree with you on the handling and balance. Previous bike was a Ultra Classic which was great for distance and my wife with. However, I prefer the Heritage. It’s light and nimble, can pack it up for the long journey. It’s more comfortable for me with the seating position and looking forward to taking it from Key West to Alaska next year.
WOW Key West to Alaska.. That's 5,000 miles!! That sounds awesome.
@@GearsGadgets And the record time is just under 87 hours, set by Jon Ryan in '09 I believe.
i just bought a 2010 heritage and i freaking love it. glad to have found your channel!
another great video review of the Heritage we love, which for me is perfect being a solo rider.
Thanks JT. Appreciate the support.
One up? Perfect. Two up? Not so much...
@@jeffreyengle2762 that's what the bigger baggers are for ;)
I have found on that bike that the buffeting all depends on where the rider's line of sight is. If you are getting it you need to raise the shield up until it no longer occurs. On my bike I had to install a 21" shield to get my line of sight below the top of the shield. Once I achieved this buffeting was no longer an issue on my bike ever again! Once the buffeting is gone, you can incrementally lower the shield until buffeting starts and then you will know exactly what height is going to eliminate it.
I am an old guy. I have had an Ultra Classic and found it too big for me. I went to a 2018 Heritage Classic. I ride solo and find this motorcycle great for touring. I have ridden the the Blue Ridge Parkway twice, one on each Harley. I enjoyed the Heritage more.
Interesting. I can totally see why. I always say it is like the swiss army knife of motorcycles.
Really enjoyed this, thanks Dan. Liked and subbed. I am on the fence about a Heritage vs. a Road King, and am looking around for just this kind of commentary. I'm shorter and lighter for you (5'9", 185lbs.), but I love the Heritage ride, and the overall utility of the bike. The main draw for me is I'm wanting a bike for exactly the reason you mention in the description--capable around town, yet capable of longer trips, 3-5 days.
Thanks for the sub!! Honestly, I prefer the Heritage over the Road King all day, a lot of guys (seemingly most) will tell you that the Road King crushes the Heritage until you hear from Heritage owners that rave about the ride of the Heritage. I wouldn't tell you NOT to get a Road King, but if 95% of your riding is commuting, you can't go wrong with the Heritage. A lot of it to me would come down to which one you think looks better.
Get the heritage
I have owned both. a 2005 Heritage and 2003, 2008 and 2011 Road King as well as a 2011 Street glide and currently a 2019 Street glide. It is my opinion the Road king is the best ride out there. I love the balanced motor on the Heritage and I absolutely loved my Heritage, but the bar vibration at highway speeds for long distance is noticeable, especially once you get off. your hands tingle for a while. The ride on the freeway on a Road king is by far a lot smoother. It is all a matter of preference, the Heritage and Road king are so similar as far as features and functionality. Its all about the ride and feel and what YOU like. Both bikes are great, but for me, for someone has owned many Harley's and both the bikes in this discussion. The Road King would be the choice for me without hesitation.
@@sensei2121 i have a road king but recently road my buddys heritage and its way smoother and noticed less vibration going down the freeway
@@rupertturner7311 If it was newer, maybe they changed something. The counter balanced motor on a softail always is smoother, generally, but the freeway rides always were smoother on a touring model. The best way to tell was looking in the rearview mirror at 75 mph. I could see a car behind me in the rearview mirror on a touring model and on a softail, I could only see an blurred image due to the harmonic vibration.
I totally agree with you! I just traded my 19 Road Glide Ultra for a 20 Heritage 114. The Ultra was just to heavy for me and i have had 4 touring Harleys but i an only 5'8" and 56 years old now so i am liking the lighter Heritage. Ride Safe!
Awesome!!. I do love an Ultra the extra 189 lbs is significant for sure. I love how maneuverable the Heritage is.
I’m 6’5 and 280lbs wanting to get a heritage as my first bike. Will I look awkward being that tall? What bike would be best for me at that height and
@@BoogaGoon the dyna wide glide
Just found your blog since the bring it home ride, I like your upfront opinions, as far as the Heritage versus the touring bike, I have a 2015 heritage with a 103 twin cam,(which my wife left me keep when I purchased an 2018 ultra limited) The Milwaukee eight in the ultra limited definitely smoother than a twin cam, although as you say the heritage a lot lighter/less upper weight. I took off the tour pack on the limited and save 40 pounds, I have bad knees. And it did make a big difference when you’re stopped. But love both bikes for their different Ness if that’s a word. One is lighter and easier to maneuver. And the others smoother on the highway and for long distance. There’s my two cents worth. Hope your wife gets a tour and let you keep the heritage to because they’re both great bikes!
Wish this phone printed what I say, I hope your wife lets you keep the heritage and get the The touring bike also, they’re both great just a little different, that’s what makes writing fun!
I would LOVE to have my Heritage and build it out a bit, then have an Ultra Limited blacked out and kept relatively stock, maybe some pipes and tuner and leave it at that for longer trips. That is a bit of a pipe dream. Maybe when I hit 12 million subscribers in 2038 it will become a reality.
Gears & Gadgets I hope you do get the tourer. But it’s hard to leave it stock again mine was An18 with a 107, while it was new I had it converted to the 114 with stage III screaming eagle, with the two computers. It is very docile and easy to drive if it’s raining and wet or slippery, but when you want to go this thing will go also! Again glad your love the Heritage, hope you hit the lottery and your wife lets you get the ultra Limited!!
Never rode a Softail,Only touring Harleys,First a Road King Special than upgraded to a Road Glide special.Both ruff suspension,I heard nothing but good things about the softails slash heritage suspension.Rock on!
Awesome, I know how you feeling I just arrived to 12000 miles in my bike too. My best terapeutas my way to feel amazing. Thanks you for bring your wonderful trip.
That is awesome!
Having owned the old heritage twin cam, the new M8 heritage is way smoother and better overall.
The buzzing I noticed it in the handle bars and floorboards. Other than that, Harley made the Heritage one if the best Hertiages till date.
Yeah it really is an incredible motorcycle. 99% of any complaints I have are around aesthetics and some of the random bolt on / stick on things they did for historic value. The bike itself is awesome.
I have an 03 Heritage Softail Classic 100 year Anniversary bike and I’ve got three thousand more miles to go for my 10,000 mile review which I’ll put out there when I’m on my way to Spring Bike week in Myrtle Beach May 12th - 23rd I believe,she rolls like a dream!
7 months and 4 days on my ‘19 Limited. Already over 15K miles. I just can’t stay off it. I had a Heritage a few years ago. If I was only riding on my own, I’d probably go with a Heritage 114. Since my wife rides with me and we do some 4-7 day trips. We’re hoping to do a 14 day trip maybe this next year. Enjoy the ride, my friend!
Thanks I appreciate it!!! Having a little one in the house my wife and I don't really ride together often so the Heritage fits me perfect. I love the bike. Ride Safe!!
I’ve had a m8 touring and now a m8 softail. The softail is a smoother ride. 👍
I could see that. The Softail suspension is incredible.
I just finished a 2800 mile ride through the Smoky Mountains on a 2000 Heritage Softail Classic,it ran beautiful,no complaints 👍
Awesome, Congrats. Sounds like an awesome trip.
Gee should I do a 157,000 mile review of my '04 Heritage?? Here it it ; I love it!!! As he says here it's great for everything!! Commuting, day rides, or going cross-country!!! Of course that's just one man's opinion!!!
you have 157K on a Heritage!?!? Thats great.
I came from a Roadking and it was very comfortable on the road. But I decided on a lighter bike which the Heritage and I have no regrets. You get the same amount of comfort but bike does not weigh you down when you are tired from a long trip and need to park
Good video. I can't comment on all the touring bikes. I can however comment on the 2018 Street Glide Special. There is no comparison between the touring bikes and the new softail chassis.
As a solo rider the 2019 Sport Glide is miles ahead of the Street Glide. Power to Weight Ratio/Comfort/Handling. I enjoyed my 2018 Street Glide Special immensely. I made the mistake of test riding the Sport Glide on a whim. A couple weeks later the Street Glide Special was gone and the Sport Glide was home. I haven't looked back.
Oh and since you were discussing the Heritage Classic I should probably reference it. My wife owns a 2018 with the 107. Right at 10,000 miles on the clock. She absolutely loves the ride and handling. Claims this is her forever Harley. I must admit I prefer my Sport Glide just because it's mine. LOL. I haven't ridden her Heritage much. With that said I prefer it over the touring chassis also.
Not bashing touring bikes. They are nice. The MoCo really needs to upgrade their chassis and suspension on the touring bikes. Its way overdue.
Finally; Stage 2. Do it. My Sport Glide has 2500 miles on the clock. Put those miles on in roughly 3 weeks. I just had the Stage 2 upgrade done this week. Picked it up on Wednesday. I stayed all Screamin' Eagle to preserve the warranty. Went with torque cam/Tuner/smart tune module/heavy breather/street cannon muffler/dyno tuning. Only 25 miles on the current build. Dang Colorado snow. HaHa. WOW what a difference. From stock to stage 2 is remarkable. Really woke the M8 107 up. Wasn't inexpensive. Especially all at once. Worth every penny in my estimation.
This Stage 2 Sport Glide just may be my forever Harley. I know with 100% certainty it is my favorite Harley of the models I've owned.
Take Care.
Thanks for the input BCB. Not many out there that would say they traded in a street glide for a sport glide but I could see why. A lot of guys just hate on the softails to defend the touring bikes but if they really gave a softail a chance, I think they would be blown away by the ride quality. Ride safe man!!
I loved hearing this input. Being i am on the fence Heritage vs Roadking. Its nice to hear from people going from touring to softail.
Big Lee The touring chassis is a bit outdated. They are great for long haul 2 up touring. With that said the softail chassis and suspension is light years ahead. Love the reduced weight and superior handling. Also as stated before the power to weight is much better on the softail. Take care.
I ride my road king alot and really enjoy it.
Road king is awesome!!
In 2015 I went to buy a road king and came home with a Heritage 103. I ride the hell out of my bike. I ride a KTM 1290 Super Duke too so needed something in a long haul bike that felt good in the twisties as well, that's the Heritage. I am 6' and was getting some buffeting but on long hauls I throw on the "fangs" and my tall vented windshield and it goes away completely. Now if I could just figure out what I am going to do if I ever get a flat out in the boonies with a tube tire...Good review, keep up the great work
Interesting how some people complain of buffeting and some like me don't really have any issues. Really telling that every bike gives every rider a bit of a different experience. I have heard good things about the fangs. Thanks for the comment and appreciate the positivity.
Great vid, I just stumbled across your excellent channel. I Had a 1992 Heritage but was stolen in 1993. Now riding an ADV Honda Africa Twin 1000 cc big dirt bike, but would sure like to also park one of these modern Heritages in the garage.
Thanks for the kind words. I would LOVE to park an ADV bike in my garage but a dirt bike is probably more likely due to price.
The most bad ass Harley heritage was the 1997/1998 versions with the springer front end.
In my opinion the Heritage is the best bike in the Harley lineup. You can use it for everyday riding, Touring. You can drop the bags and the windshield and you have a street bruiser. I love mine . It’s the most comfortable bike I’ve ever owned . Everyone ride safe
Totally agree! What year is yours?
@@GearsGadgets 2017 it’s the second one I have owned I had a 2004 previously
I turned my 2018 Harley Davidson to a touring bike with the joker reckless fairing with speaker and sissy bar. Great bike highly suggested
I had a 2017 FJR 1300 AE now dont get me wrong it is a great bike but after having my hip replaced and back surgery. It wasnt for me anymore. Instead I have just purchased a 2024 Heritage Classic 114 that I'll be getting next week and cant wait.
I love my 2018 Heritage. I traded in my dresser which I had 30 years.
Interesting. Not the first guy I’ve heard say that.
you can tour easily on a heritage. You can tour on a Moped if you put your mind to it , especially solo. Things change when you add a passenger for multi-day travels. We toured on a cruiser set up like your bike when we first married. Now, for me , it's all about the passengers experience. She gets the wide comfy seat (heated if needed), in her case, arm rests, and the wrap around pad of the trunk, and tunes on the Roadmaster. As long as she enjoys it, we can keep riding together as long as possible.
That is true. My wife and I don't ride together being we have a 3 year old at home. A touring bike will be in the future at some point.
I wasl looking at one of these before the Pandemic , Really caught my eye , think I'll look around for one , your review hit on all the points I'm interested in , great review and subscribed 👍
Thanks, good vid. Trying to decide between the Heritage and a Road King.
Thanks Frank. WIth all of my experience I would say if you tour a LOT or plan on riding two up, go with the Road King. If you are like me and 99% of your riding is solo around town, I would recommend a Heritage.
Buffeting cannot be fixed by the windshield size or its position. Turbulence comes from down below your knee level. Angled windshield pushes air upward and at the same time scooping air into cockpit from down below. And because there is some "vacuum" behind the screen, air stream happily jumps into cockpit from below, to compensate the pressure... It hits your torso then rides up to the chin bar of a helmet causing buffeting...
The only way to stop buffeting is to install lower wind deflectors angled the way so they push air downward. That will block the turbulent stream entering cockpit from below and you'll ride inside of a capsule of still air.
First time viewer. I appreciate you making this video, thank you.
I wouldn't be surprised if you already covered this topic only I would be interested in knowing what tools you keep with you on your trips.
Great review!
You could change to rims. Hehe. I personally am a HOG member and they have been much faster to assist when needed in roadside emergency.
I agree that the Heritage is a great bike. I personally fell in love with the Roadking Special.
I might change to one piece rims, not sure if they would look right on the bike though. HOG says it only covers up to $100 which is why I like Geico who will cover towing to the nearest repair facility. $100 won't go very far when you are in the middle of central Oklahoma where the next repair facility might be 150 miles away. I love the Road King special too. It is a solid bike.
@@GearsGadgets Thanks! I have Progressive. HOG, been a lifetime member. It cool to gave some backup.
Definitely go for a look you love.
Keep the rubber side down.
@@razzrasmussen5773 I have Progressive too and their customer service is second to none. They will tow it to the nearest dealer no matter the distance.
I my opinion the heritage 114 is a touring bike I have put 30,000 on mine with a lot of touring miles and I love it
This is one of the kind videos I've been looking for on the heritage i myself have a 2011 which is close to yours
Thanks Brian. Appreciate the comment. How do you like the 2011?
@@GearsGadgets i got it back in January of this year haven't been on a long trip just yet but i go about 100 to 200 mile ride on most weekends and I love it hopping to take a bit of a trip sometime soon
@@GearsGadgets p.s. in the future i was thinking about the 2020 heritage seeing as how they put the chrome back in the heritage
Funny, my first Harley was a standard flht now 3rd one is a 14 ultra I have always rode two up cause if my wife wasn't on the back I never would have been able to buy the Harley in the first place. That said now iam retired and cant afford a heritage and my wife can't ride anymore, feel sorry for me please, I really would have loved the soft tail. Good videos keep it up thanks! P.S. I just turned over 54000 miles on the ultra.
Thanks Garroy. I do feel sorry for you (You're welcome). Thanks for the kind words.
600 miles a month is NOT a lot of miles a month. That amount of miles is a okay weekend. Your information was good on the review. Do you have videos on your set up of go pros, GPS, and handle bar placement of your gadgets? Thanks
Thanks Nick, I don't think 600 miles is an insane amount of riding but its certainly not below average either. I compare it to the guys who buy bikes then wont ride when its above 90 or below 70 degrees and 3 years in have 5,000 miles on their bikes. I am just your average commuter who rides all year round unless work needs me in my car for the day which happens on occasion. I will definitely do a video on my setup in the near future for you.
Glad to see you out and enjoying the bike 👍🏻
Thanks Charlie. The Heritage is awesome.
Kinda funny they say you can't tour on a soft tail. Iv been touring on a 2015 sportser 1200 custom. I bought it new in 2015 and it's been almost bullet proof. It has a 4.5 gallon tank not to small But not huge. Sadly it's getting near the end of its life and now I'm looking to see what other bikes I might like. Thanks for the good review video.
Thanks Dave. Yeah I think the “You cant tour on a softail” is nonsense and is usually just said from someone who owns a touring bike and mistakes “Cant” for “less ideal”. I think we can all acknowledge that touring cross country on an Ultra Limited would be WAY more comfortable than on a sportster 1200 but that doesn’t mean the Ultra Limited makes sense for someone who rides 95% around town and only hammers out the occasional (once a year) long distance trip kind of thing. I think the Heritage is awesome for an all round bike.
Jan 2019 me n ole lady test rode a 18 road king then a 18 Heritage Classic, I bought the heritage because it hands down a better bike ,imo
I totally agree. Unless you are going to be banging LOOOONG miles frequently.
Really interesting! I do have the very same bike and had a Dyna s before. And I must admit that miss the rubber mounted motor at the Dyna Super Glide!
But I like the look of the Heritage much better than the Road King…
Thank you for this information anyway 😎
I enjoyed this video and loved the content. I purchased my first Harley back in Jan of this year. I was focused on a touring model from
the get go and ended up going with at Street Glide. I honestly didn't really look at other models other than the Ultra Glide but that is still about
the same as the SG. I ended up putting lowers and a tour pak on the SG so yeah....it is pretty much an Ultra now. I am starting to really dig the Heritage
and may go that route next time. One question, what do you think of those gloves you are wearing? Mine have turned into a fuzzy tipped mess and don't
work for $^%% when using my phone. Thanks again for your great content! Liked and Subbed!
Thanks I appreciate it!! The gloves I had were just a mesh HD glove and they actually just ripped in the wash so its time for new ones. They also dont work on my phone anyway. I forgot what they were called but they dont sell them anymore so I guess its not important lol. Thanks for the sub!!
I tour on my 2018 Heritage. I solo tour. I had a an Ultra Classic Low before this and enjoy this motorcycle more.
I can understand why. The benefits of the bigger touring bikes is non-spoked wheels if you want to be able to patch a tire, the bigger frame if you are riding 2-up, and the stock engine Gaurd for highway pegs if you want to stretch out. Of course with enough money you can do all of that to the Heritage.
A nail in a tubeless tire usually gives you lots of warning that something ain't right, you pull over to see what is going on and discover you are losing air. On a tube tire it goes bang and you have your hands full instantly and hopefully get it to the side of the road before the tire comes off the rim. If its the rear tire you are lucky. If its the front................ My Harley has tubeless tires no doubt.
True. I try not to think about it lol.
Hey man cool vid....i have a 13 flhtk and it is heavier....i have gone on some long tours...but mostly shorter trips...u r not wrong the heritage is more nimble...but in the end its a diffent kinda bike...i love my bike but thats the point everybody should love the bike they have....lol...keep it up man.....eyes open rubber down bro...
Thanks +crash5309, I appreciate it!!!
I love it . I have a softail slim and I’m looking to get another bike . I was thinking about the street glide special however after seeing your bike !!! I think I’m getting one thanks for all the videos I supported 100% when I go to Arizona maybe we meet and ride 👍🏻
Absolutely... Drop me an IG message if you are in AZ.
I traded in my ‘19 Slim for a ‘20 Heritage 114. Love the versatility the Heritage provides. Strip it down while in town (bags/seat), and load it up for weekend trips.
I love my 115th Anniversary Heritage.
Yeah the Heritage is awesome. What color do you have? Oh wait i just remembered the 115th anniversary was the black and blue one right?
@@GearsGadgets Bronze and black.
I’m 6’5 and 280lbs wanting to get a heritage as my first bike. Will I look awkward being that tall? What bike would be best for me at that height and weight?
Great review. Enjoy the content👍
Thanks Tom!!
I rode the new Heritage and it was nice and thought I would get it for a last bike. However, sold my Fatboy and bought a mint 17 instead. I love the look of the 17 ( Heritage in general )and it’s incredibly comfortable and the bags are massive compared to 18 up. I had zero desire to buy a bagger , they do nothing for me. I love the old school HD look and that is exactly what the Heritage has in spades.
I prefer the hard bags over the leather but that’s just my opinion. Either way both great bikes. Good purchase.
@@GearsGadgets thanks...loving it.
I think people are wrong, the Heritage is an awesome machine. It’s an all purpose bike if you don’t want to go to a full touring bike. I had a 97 Heritage befor I got my RoadKing and sometime I really miss my Heritage .......
Yeah the Heritage is awesome. Hopefully one day my TH-cam channel does well enough to let me keep it AND add a full touring bike lol. Time will tell. Thanks for watching!! Ride safe!!
I just bought a 2018 heritage that had 123 mile I love the weight
Having 14 inch bars installed today
Yeah the Heritage is awesome. Power to weight ratio on the bike is great.
Thanks for uploading. Great review. Great bike.
I've gone cross country on sport bikes and logged thousands on my hayabusa and nothing has ever been as comfortable as my road glide. I got tired of having to strap down everything or use a back pack. The power is a non issue , harleys are slow bikes and lowest horsepower bike I've ever rode. But hands down the comfort and storage is what I love about my RG. To each their own. I got alot shit from friends about my RG because I'm younger and its gonna breaker down. 58K miles stage 2 and never been stranded three years of RG ownership. My opinion. When me and the wife go to sturgis everything fits in tour pack. You had 70 pounds. That's seems like alot of stuff.
Yeah about 15 lbs was stuff that I carried for filming that most people don’t need to pack. I also had a tent and camping gear that wasn’t necessarily lightweight. Since I was riding solo I didn’t really need to focus on limiting what I packed. If I didn’t have the camping and filming gear I would have been around 40 lbs of stuff or less.
@@GearsGadgets I was guessing batteries and camera gear! I knew it. I think your gear supply only gunna get bigger as your channel grows. You give up clean underwear space for battery storage. I can't imagine how much work you put in for the great content you give your viewers.
I was on a heritage for bring it home, let my road dog ride it, he was on a 2017 roadking. I couldn’t get him off my bike.
HAHA, yeah the Heritage is awesome!! You couldn't get him off the Road King?
Gears & Gadgets I could not get the heritage back.
Great video. Glad you are loving the bike.
Thanks!!
The main reason I don’t have a Heritage is the tubed tires. Shame because it’s such a great bike.
I really wish Harley would put the RDRS system on the softails. While the Road King is "only" a 107 and is a bit heavier, the ability to add the RDRS system, just make it a better value for your dollar. If you can get the police version brand new, then do that because it is a great deal, swap the seat and police rack on the back and you are good to go. Some people are like "RDRS system, who cares" having moved from a 2014 Fatbob to a 2020 Street Glide Special, it is just really, really nice to have. Specials have a bit harder ride, due to the fact that the rims are larger and thus you have less rubber to absorb bumps.
I agree. I like RDRS.
Can you give us a specific list of your camping gear and the way you pack it?
Hmm maybe I will do a video on it.
Ive done over 15000 on my heritage. I agree with most things said except the buffeting.. I’m 5’11” and buffeting over 60mph is crazy. I cant see a thing in the mirrors and at night because of all the lights shaking/buffeting about its terrible. Maybe its down the type of helmet used. I have a Shoei J-cruise.
Really? Yeah maybe helmet has a lot to do with it. I am using a Shoei RF-SR and don't really have enough buffeting to complain about. I wouldn't say there isn't any, but it isn't anything I get upset with nor does it effect vision.
Right on, man...I've had my 2019 Heritage with the 114 for about five months now and put just under 8K miles. I agree with the points you made here..I am 5'9" and experience zero wind buffeting, love the cruise control, and the bags suit me just fine. When I did my 1,500 mile roundtrip ride to Montana I did strap a Nelson Rigg tail bag to the passenger pillion seat, which made it just about perfect. Dude, are you still rocking the stock grips? Upgrade those babies!!!! 😜✌I am planning on doing a stage 2 upgrade in the spring. Thanks for the video! Wonderful bike!
HAHA yeah still rocking the stock grips. I don't really mind them I guess. I am thinking about stage 2 as well. Thanks for the kind words.
I did a stage 2 on my 107 m8 road king I was floored with the power like 25% more power. I got the torque cam.
@@dennism103 That is great to hear...that's the one I'm looking to get! Thanks again for the input! 😀😀😀😀
I would qualify Swiss army knife to be Swiss army knife HD or vtwin. A GS or RT would be more of a Swiss army knife. That said, how would that bike work for the very tall? 6'5, 34" inseam , 250. The Heritage 114 is a nice bike as is the RK. There is quite a difference in weight though, which isn't prohibitive, but 100lbs is 100lbs. I think if one could get a new police RK, that would be the best value. 114, RDRS. IDK. It's all nice stuff.
Fair enough.
I picked up a 2019 heritage last may and did a few day rides with my wife. I have been looking at road glides lately..but realistically i dont really need it unless i decide to go on cross country trips which aint happening anytime soon ..
Yeah the Heritage is an amazing motorcycle for MOST things. For the long trips a touring bike would be better but for 99% of people who mostly commute or ride around town solo the Heritage is amazing with the capability to load it up and go on longer trips and do it well.
sorry I am see this 2 years late, but nice video, had a question, as I will purchase one soon, actually same color as yours. What was that performance muffler you added? Also is it real loud, just don't want something too loud, thanks.????
Nice video. I’ve got a 2020 heritage 114. How did you attach your go pro to the bike?
In that video I had a Ram Mount, I now use RikRack mounts
It reminds me of my 09 Road Star Silverado..but my two late model harley touring bikes (Road King and Street Glide) are better for 4+ hour rides
Have you ridden any new heritage with the SE stage 2 or the SE stage 3 kit on it ??? Great video an thanks 🏆
I have not. Thanks for the kind words.
Picking up my 19’ Heritage this week. Replaced my Electra Glide for all the reason folks suggest. Question- everyone is talking about solo riding on the Heritage. My wife loves to ride on the back, but we just tool around for short distances for the most part. Am I in trouble with my Heritage for two up riding for mostly 1-2 hour rides? Gulp
Hows the bike? Haven't ridden one, but may consider trading in 17 fatbob for 22 heritage
Great review! It's so funny that years ago most all the big MC's and alot of people would ride sporsters across the county I've been thousands of miles myself on a sporster now days people are soft and maybe even say sissyfied about motorcycles..have to have the best and biggest bike..it's mainly in the HD community always making fun of a lesser bike...don't seem to get that with non Harley riders...I just say this if Harley Davidson made an airplane I'd not fly in it...they break down too much....lol
Heritage is a great platform.
Absolutely is!!
I really like that jacket you got a link for that?
The Milwaukee 8 soft tail is nothing like the model prior. If you try touring on a older 5spd soft tail is harsh
I would imagine a 5 speed would be difficult to stomach long term at 80 mph, RPM's would be up there.
@@GearsGadgets when people talk bad about softails they are definitely referring to pre Milwaukee 8 bikes because I would not have a problem riding a new soft tail cross country.
I am new to your channel and catching up on some of your vids.i really appreciate your review of the new Heritage. I had a chance to throw a leg over the road glide, street glide but felt they where not balanced and too top heavy. The Heritage felt much more balanced and can be thrown around, just more controllable in all situations in my opinion. However, I think the Indian chieftain is the ultimate duel purpose bike. It’s balance and handling is one of its main features and the seating position lets you sit into the bike as opposed to on top of it. I highly recommend test riding one before jumping into a touring model Harley.
Thanks Paul, yeah I would encourage anyone to toss a leg over the Chieftain. It is a great feeling motorcycle especially for how big it is.
Heritage good for solo riding but my Ultra is required for 2 up vacations .. Only downside is weight 😣
Yeah I totally agree. If you tried to do a long trip 2 up on a heritage you would be wanting an ultra.
Have a 2013 hertiage its my first hd at my late 40s dont go on any long rides just ride bk n forth to work.reconzie the scenery i to live in the valley of the sun.newer softails look weird to me but thats just me.
Interesting. Do you know what specifically makes them look weird? I would be intrigued to film a video old vs new with someone with that point of view.
Dude, put tire slime in the inner tube, when you get a puncture it seals itself. All you have to do is reinflate the tire and away you go.
Does your heritage makes noise?
I go touring on my Sportster custom 1200. You can do it on any bike, however it would be more comfortable on a touring bike. Lol.
Yeah absolutely.
Nice video, but with out sounding offensive these opinions are from a newer rider. I remember back in the 70's when I was touring I had a 750 Kawasaki twin which I thought was awsome. But after years of riding different bikes I look back and see the it was poor or ok at best. Riding 600 miles a month the Heritage is more then adequate but when you ride 2000 + miles a month you will definitely see the pitfalls of the bike. I do enjoy your videos .
Edward Lorentz I appreciate that opinion for sure. Definitely sounds like someone just watched a Shadetree review though lol.
@@GearsGadgets no but I will check it out 👍
Would you say the same about a 08 heritage softail? I weigh 230, 5'8 with 29.5 inseam. I would like to travel to see my kids in college 3.5 hours away and then to family in Florida (I'm in Ohio). I have I some spinal conditions. A friend's father passed and I was offered it for 7k (14k miles) and would love to have it but don't want to buy it and then regret it.
I’m not sure. I haven’t ridden an 08 so I don’t want to steer your wrong. That specific purchase sounds more like an emotional one that has a lot more value than whatever riding opinion I could provide. Sorry to hear of your friends father passing.
@@GearsGadgets Thanks, your right. Thanks again for the vid
Thanks for sharing.
Do you get any wind buffeting with the windshield? I had a 2003 Heritage and I had horrible wind buffeting, I wanted to run the shield but I couldn't handle it.
Herp just got to that part of the video LOL
I won't say I don't get ANY, but I will say it is minor and nothing I would complain about. I do get some comments occasionally from guys saying they experienced really bad buffeting so I'm thinking height and helmet probably have a lot to do with it. Definitely test ride one and get up to 60+ mph if you were in the market.
Did the pwervision tune affect your gas mileage at all?
I don't recall because I never really tracked gas mileage pre DynoJet. With the DynoJet and the Tab slip-ons I am getting 38.9 MPG.
Harley Davidson copied the Suzuki Blvd. C50T., go with the Suzuki. No buzzing in the hand grips, like you say your having with the Heritage , plus you get full liquid cooling and shaft drive with the Blvd., for thousands of dollars less! Cheers.
I think for a solo rider the heritage is the way to go but anything 2up a touring bike like a Roadking is a much better choice. IMHO
I would agree with that Ron.
Nailed it I couldn't agree more
Ha, riding hands free while putting on gloves. Looking to get one, that is a selling point.. lol
Harley: oh you need a tube? That'll be $300
Trueish
I have been treated better than that?
What baffles have you got in your slip ons? 2-1/4"? Zombie?
Sorry it took a few weeks for me to get to your comment. 2 1/4” and I am happy with them.
Gears & Gadgets thanks👍🏼🍺
Wish my heritage had cruise
I'll bet that bug won't have the guts to do that again!!
HAHAHA That thing was enormous and scared the crap out of me.
You gonna trade it in for the new Challenger?
I'm not too sure. Probably would take too much of a bath on my 2018 to do it. Also, havent even ridden the bike yet.
@@GearsGadgets will Indian have a livefeed of the new challenger bike today?
There’s a reason it’s named Heritage.
I think the Heritage is the better handling and much less top heavy. For a solo rider, it'd be great. As a touring bike, it's kinda let down by tube tires and lack of luggage space. Since I ride two up a lot, I went Road King, but if I were solo, it'd be Heritage all the way with some mag wheels.
Use Ride On tire sealant. It's not as effective on tube tires, but it's damn near undefeatable on a tubeless tire.
Appreciate that, I will look into the ride on sealant. I agree if you plan on riding two up frequently to go with a bigger bike with more comfort for the passenger. Luggage space as a solo rider was fine for me on a 5 day trip and it was super comfortable.
@@GearsGadgets
Ride On review:
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Try to fit a case of beer or a gallon of milk into the side bags. Gold Wing cant do it either.
Don't these engineers go camping or Sturgis?
I think it looks cool, I ride a road.
Thanks Dennis Morris, I appreciate it!!!
The new ones are tubeless
Ride a sport touring bike like a Kawi Concours, BMW or a Yamaha and you will know what a touring bike should feel like. Weight up higher gives better proformance
I’m sorry, how is a high center of gravity a positive thing? I have yet to see any Moto GP branded aerodynamic lead tank weights as a way to move your center of gravity higher for performance.
@@GearsGadgets bless your heart
I hear a lot of people talking about lowering your center of gravity when going around corners. Yes, lower center of gravity helps you turn faster, but higher center of gravity gets you around the corner with less lean angle. I see a lot of people confusing getting down and low with leaning off. Many people would be better off with higher bars, so that they can sit up more when going around corners, keep their center of gravity higher, and reduce their lean angle.
@@GearsGadgets you see how these Dyna guys raise thier bikes to get more lean angle? You also see a lot more "performance baggers" coming out. That doesn't mean just throw in a bigger engine and now it's a performance bagger. Its better brakes, shocks, handlebars, lean angles. Sure, slam your 800 pound bike to the ground for that low COG and you'll do great on straight aways. Just dont plan to make any turns. Maybe you're just not intune with the performance cruiser scene. That's ok. My original post was simply stating that I've ridden sport touring bikes and they have a high center of gravity, believe it or not. And it's not a bad thing. Takes getting use to but yes these Harleys do have a low center of gravity and that's why they take corners like shit. And many people raise thier likes an inch or 2 to get that extra lean angle.
I tour on my 02 Fatboy no problem
Have you added any accessories to make touring easier on the fat boy?