This channel makes a huge service to the HD community imo. It is straightforward and honest, it has history, it is informative. My 2 cents on the pricing. In Germany the 120th anniversary paint scheme costs you 6450$ with today's exchange rate. The Fat Boy is 27K instead of the 21K you mentioned for California. Prices here are insanely blown off. In some cases they are up 2K from the 22MY. I love both bikes for what they are. Either the Deluxe or the Heritage should always remain in the catalogue as long as HD produces internal combustion motors. The design is the pinnacle of a period that many of us have grown to love through music, design, fashion, etc. When I see the Heritage I hear "Jailhouse Rock" in my mind. It is old school badass, and that comes from a 32 y.o. As a side note, I think people living in rainy or snowy parts love the functionality and design of the fenders, because they save from collecting dirt on the radiator and other intricate parts to clean in the bike. Now if you live in sunny places that is not a worry, so a Heritage in, say, Michigan or Wisconsin, makes perfect sense to me. As we all know, the worse the weather is, the more saddle bag space / wind protection / better lighting you need.
You're right, out here in the Midwest the Heritage is still popular. I think it makes sense to have a lighter weight touring bike alternative. I do like the blacked-out version, but I think the Heritage really shines with the chrome option. And sense the Deluxe is gone (really miss that bike), they should offer white walls to go along with the laced wheels. Just a beautiful bike.
Kept the Heritage and discontinued the Road King Standard? I guess they know what they are doing but I was bummed. I was hoping for a 114 RKS in chrome.
Heritage is definitely my favourite of the HD lineup. I live in Sweden, mostly use my bike in the city and sometimes go for a longer trips. I like that you can remove the windshield and bags easily for a nicer look in my opinion, but still have them for the longer trips when needed. And the size and proportions look good. Oh I should mention, I don't have a Harley but one day I will and it will be a Heritage from 2018 or newer (114) ;)
Heritage Softail is by far the " Old School " staple of Harley. It is the sleeper, it does everything. And it does it well. If Harley were to promote it more it would sell faster then anything Harley offers. One ride and it's " The Bike" to buy
I talked to a salesman at the dealership when I was just roaming, and he said the same thing. When people walk in not knowing what they want, they usually ride off in a heritage.
I would have to agree with your statement. I bought a Heritage in the 2018 model year and was not planning to switch bikes at that time. However, my wife wanted me to test drive the Heritage...after a short ride, I was in the finance office. Best bike ever and still looks/rides like new 6 years later!!
6:39 I had a 2018 Fatboy I JUST traded for a ‘23 Road Glide. It had satin chrome, which I preferred. Paint was black tempest, which had some flake in it. I think that color with the satin chrome just popped. Loved that bike, but I was getting my ass kicked riding 100-200 mile day trips…
I'd imagine the Fatboy sales dropped off a cliff after the 2017 model year. Not a classic looking or practical bike like the previous gen was. I wish they would make the anniversary models every ten years, would be more special. Every 5 years is overkill.
Hi Matt, Andy from New Zealand. Just received my new 2022 Tri Glide Ultra and have just se used an order of the only 120TH Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra that is available to Australia and New Zealand out of 1100 built
Heritage Classic comes very well set up with the clear windshield,lighting and lockable bags. Ultimately the blacked out Street Glide Special with the batwing fairing is my favourite.
I have a 2018 Heritage special edition and I also have a 2022 Low Rider st. They are both great bikes but the Heritage is my all time favorite Harley. It does everything great.
The Heritage is still really popular here in FL, especially the most recent years/model. It was actually my first HD back in 2015. BTW, your content continues to be the Gold Standard for HD Matt. It’s obvious you work hard- just know it’s appreciated and admired.
The motorcycle demographic sales is strange. When the Lowrider ST came out they were hard to get on the west coast from what i understand. In Minnesota where i live, the dealer had a couple on the floor for months where as the Heritages are more desired in my area.
I have had 3 Heritage Softails. Bought a 21 Street Glide and traded it back in for a 22 Heritage 13 months later. Love the Heritage and won't own any other model.
Whitewalls look great on the Heritage (as on the Deluxe), especially when stripped of the bags and windshield. Definitely the most versatile bike in the softail lineup.
Under used USB port? I ran my phone cable alongside the clutch cable to my Rokform mount on my Softail. One of the best features for long rides into the unknown
Heritage classic best Swiss army knife Harley has to offer in my opinion. And the classic design is just what a Harley is supposed to look like. Love mine in that deadwood green. Thinking about stage 2 tourqe cam and a saddlemen seat. Then it's basically done. I love it light enough to throw around the turns or town and good enough to travel on. Style is old school and just love the nostalgic. Get comments all the time.
Agreed. The heritage is the quintessential Harley style. You have one in deadwood green? I guess I didn’t know they made one in that color. Nice!!! I love the deadwood.
@Matt Laidlaw 2021 deadwood green 2 tone with black it's slick definitely sold it to me being a Vet the color fit. Kinda that covid color you don't see much of haha
I think they are beautiful bikes. Our dealership has a 120 Anniversary Street Glide and has been on the floor for almost a month. I think there is an upcharge of like 3k. That may be why it's not moving.
Great looking paint scheme on the Anniversary bikes. I prefer chrome finishes on my bikes. I love the Fat Boy but your review on the Heritage has me thinking of one. For all practical touring purposes the Heritage makes sense. Thanks for posting this review.
Great bike the new frame is awesome. Rite out of the box heritage can not be beat for bar hopping or long travel. I own a 21 and have no complaints it's exactly the bike I think of when I think Harley davidson but I'm a due that caught the tail end of the 80s and grew up in the 90s lol
The Heritage and the Fat Boy define Harley Davidson. The Heritage is as close to a classic style motorcycle as you can get, reminiscent of those Harley's from the 30's and 40's. I've got a 2003 Anniversary Heritage and Sportster. I've taken my Heritage on 4 long distance trips and couldn't have been more comfortable and I was able to carry 50 pounds of luggage with me. The Fat Boy is just a great bike and my brother loves his. You can't say Harley Davidson and not thing Heritage or Fat Boy. I'm east coast and have seen plenty of both of these bikes out there. Can't speak to the mid-west. You west coast folks don't know what you're missing. I love this anniversary color scheme, classy.
Take the windshield and bags off the Heritage and you have the old Deluxe. Looks great in both trims and the Heritage sells well in the Northeast. The ST was derived from the California scene so no surprise it sells well out west.
Heritage is huge here in Philly area. I think it may be one of the most popular bikes at the Langhorne dealership. Also since this anniversary edition is pretty much as is, I think the Heritage is a good choice since it come with bags and windshield already.
Ohio here. I think the heritage is still relevant. No bias because I own one (red iron denim). I sat on an ST to get it out of my system as that is much more my demo and it wasn’t as comfortable. I’m bought it because it’s a pickup truck. It has bags to throw my stuff, I can have a tall sissy bar for looks, or I can mount a tour pack. And in all black, it looks mean. My buddies all more wonder why I don’t have a touring bike, but I didn’t want to give up the nimble feel of my triumph when I traded it. The Heritage suits all my needs. I have all the tall guy mods done, and I do light touring but it’s just as fun to beat on around town. You really do have the best HD content on TH-cam. Keep up the good work man!
Thanks for the video Matt, the 120 Anniversary paint looks so good. I ordered a Fatboy from my dealer here in West Australia I was lucky to get one as all of their allocation was originally spoken for, but someone pulled out of their order for some unknow reason so I paid a deposit and its arriving sometime within the next few days. Had the 2018, 115 anniversary Fatboy and sold it recently. Loving the M8 Softail range.
You might start selling more of the Heritage Softail models now that the Road King Standard has been discontinued. It's the only bike that comes with a quick detach windshield, and it's perfect for converting to that cholo look.
Man, I love the look of that anniversary Heritage Classic. That Anniversary Red is killer. If I were to buy another Harley, it would be that red Anniversary Heritage or a 2022 red and black Heritage. Then I'd do a stage III on it much like Jamie's in that previous Laidlaw video. I promised I'd stop at three bikes: a 2017 Red + Black CVO Street Glide, a red 2017 Roadster(love this bike), and an El Diablo. I put a deposit down on the El Diablo in Feb of 2022 based on a rumor. At that point in time, most of the sales staff had not heard about the El Diablo. Yes, Im single and retired. Lol. I try to stay away from the local dealership since it's a huge temptation, but then again, money spent at the dealer is money well spent helping to support the guys at that local dealership. I mean, HD is afterall an American icon, even if it is run by a German.
To me, the Heritage is what a Harley looks like. When I think Harley I picture the Heritage. I do own an Ultra, but that's only because I have a wife. If I were single I would have a Heritage.
I have a 2022 Heritage. Love the bike, but hate the bag design and funky little studs everywhere. First thing I did was ditch the seat and order old school looking viking saddlebags. In short, yes. The styling is holding the bike back and people skip it as a result.
well then it wont be that 'special looking' because when people think of most Harleys let's face it, most not all,but most are all black; a dime-a-dozen,so to make a special edition model look like the rest of the bunch,i dunno about that and at that rate, you can go get any Harley model in all black,just sayin'
As a Harley touring owner I feel with the 2023 releases and pricing, including the 120 anniversary models, Harley has moved fully into being a fashion brand. Not surprising given the CEO’s background, but a tough time to be a HD dealer as from a customers perspective there is no value in a HD motorcycle except perhaps the Pan America. The pricing for the PanAm may be constrained by stronger market competitive factors and its the only HD model I will consider when I change my 2020 FLHXS. Sad, but true.
Prefer the Roadking to the heritage as the heritage is more of a highway bike as it doesn't corner like the Roadking. That is just my opinion as I'm in New Zealand we need to be able to corner. Our dealership A.M.P.S has a road glide with the 131 kit in it but has a black Chrome which is simply very classy. I do like the two tone red almost like an old barn colour so a little rustic but modern at the same time. Enjoying your channel thank you. My wife and I coming to sturgis this year so I might see you there. Might even meet the bogan but he'll be to busy for us. 😂😂. We going to swing by your shop on our travels too. Take care.
Love my 2018 Heritage! Was looking to purchase a Road King. Too bulky and heavy for me (i'm 5'8" 165#). I see the Heritage as a Road King LITE that does everything very well! Thank you for your contribution to You tube!
Rather than "...anonymous with the Fat Boy..." you actually meant to say "synonymous" with the Fat Boy...right??? "ABS option", "California emissions" and "Surcharge"....all of these things are nothing but money grabs and one of the reasons Harley Davidson is losing customers hand over fist besides the grossly inflated prices!!!
Thanks for the close look detailing on these 2 bikes Matt! I love them both a lot. I appreciate everything you do like these featured bikes, and your touring with friends and family. Keep up the outstanding work! Thanks for keeping them family friendly too.
@@MattLaidlaw I live in Ventura county. Ventura Harley has a dealer markup on all 2023 models. Ranging from $1800 to $5000 depending on the model. Even the Nightster's have a $1800 markup. Cruser's and Pan American $2000. All touring models, $2500. I was in there Saturday and checked the prices. An anniversary Heritage solftail is about $29,900 out the door. The CVO's for last year had a $5000 dealer markup on them.
Loved the satin chrome look. I had hoped at the time of the release that they'd expand it to offer it with other bikes. Unfortunately that didn't happen. I've always been a big fan of the Heritage model and I'm originally from Southern California, not far from you Matt. :) This anniversary model really nailed it. I love the color, love the ox-blood coloring on the seat and bags. I like it so much I'm kinda tempted to trade my 2020 Roadglide in for it. lol
Back in ‘13 I rode a Heritage for a year. Loved the style and I had an unusual color…root beer and burnt orange (that’s what I called them; don’t know the official color scheme). It was not comfortable on long rides which is my main style of riding. Traded it in for a UL, but to this day I do miss that bike. Nothing else says classic Harley like a Heritage.
Well it sounds like $23,500 tax title license included is a good deal? Plus shipping it 400 miles to me at no charge. That’s the offer I have on the table for a fat boy anniversary. What do you all think? Should I do it? I do struggle with the overpricing but the bike IMHO is absolutely beautiful. But I could buy a 2023 triumph rocket GT for less money hahaha. I know you can’t get two more opposite motorcycles but I love both of them
Love the Heritage (and the Deluxe..bring it back)..but Harley should really adopt more of the bag (and seat) styling they used on the 2024 Icons Heritage ..the present styling of the bags on the Heritage Classic doesn't compliment the bike like it does on the Icons model.
I have the Anniversary HSC 2023, got it mid Feb, have almost 400 miles on it. Just added some LED blinker lights, heated grips, luggage rack (gloss black), crash bars (gloss black). Everything else will remain stock. Paint scheme is incredible, Ride very smooth. Mine is #553/2000.
If the Karen's really need the Fatboy wheels to be vented make the opening not visible behind the disk and pulley. The Fatboy looks better with the spotlights and front turn signals from the Heritage. Definitely the original chrome. The original silver should always be a color option. Keep the Heritage as many who can't afford all the bells and whistles should be looking at this bike. Bring back the handle bar style of the original Fatboy. And changing a Fatboy is crazy buy a softail if you want pipes, 16" bars etc
I bought the Heritage aniversary edition and for what i want it is perfect I am 6 foot 220 pounds and it fits me perfectly. To me it is everything a Harley should be. It is called a Classic for a reason. Mine is number 1533 of 2000
That’s right lower Harley Davidson just can’t afford one in for those who do you have a Harley or thinking about getting one you better know how to work on it because they charge upwards of $80-$100 an hour to work on your bike not cheap it’s like we’ll see you in about cocaine I wish man tired poor man’s dream
Nobody does paint like HD, these bikes are stunning and it and are works of art, when you look at the way the body lines ,paint,seat lines just flow into one another. No other manufacturer comes even close. I would say that the Heritage model is just as iconic as the Fatboy. Here in New England they are very popular. I have 2021 Heritage Classic Deadwood Green and wherever I go someone compliments the bike. One other thing, for this Anniversary model it seems reasonable for the 1500 dollar upcharge for the paint,badging,seat details etc, You would pay a hell of a lot more than that if you brought your basic black model to a paint shop to have it done to this level. Thanks for all the videos Matt! Keep em coming-
HD can put the heritage on hiatus on the Westcoast and bring back the Deluxe all black or black-chrome no red no yellow keep all those other models in the east coast Midwest. if a guy wants one they can special order
Thanks for weighing in. It’s tough for me because I love and respect the heritage and it is such a good all around bike but on the west coast this style has run it’s course.
All new Harley-Davidson are to dear for the normal Joe blows. All new bikes are too dear. So the only bikes for us normal people. The used bike market. All new bike sellers will go broke until you lower your prices. So everyone let's look second hand. The only way to go.
Hey Matt thanks for the walk around on the fat boy it looks great with the new paint job but I'm sick of Harley's not willing to sell young people a bike if the credit isn't perfect and the attidude of people in the dealerships And the repair and maintenance prices are much too high So when is Harley going to change their attitudes or do they think they can get away with this forever?
I really love the m8 heritage, being only 5'7 it feels like a solid touring bike. It will most likely be my next bike. Matt, does the laced wheels have a tube or are they tubless? Love your channel!!
This channel makes a huge service to the HD community imo. It is straightforward and honest, it has history, it is informative.
My 2 cents on the pricing. In Germany the 120th anniversary paint scheme costs you 6450$ with today's exchange rate. The Fat Boy is 27K instead of the 21K you mentioned for California. Prices here are insanely blown off. In some cases they are up 2K from the 22MY.
I love both bikes for what they are. Either the Deluxe or the Heritage should always remain in the catalogue as long as HD produces internal combustion motors. The design is the pinnacle of a period that many of us have grown to love through music, design, fashion, etc. When I see the Heritage I hear "Jailhouse Rock" in my mind. It is old school badass, and that comes from a 32 y.o.
As a side note, I think people living in rainy or snowy parts love the functionality and design of the fenders, because they save from collecting dirt on the radiator and other intricate parts to clean in the bike. Now if you live in sunny places that is not a worry, so a Heritage in, say, Michigan or Wisconsin, makes perfect sense to me. As we all know, the worse the weather is, the more saddle bag space / wind protection / better lighting you need.
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@@MattLaidlaw Thank you, this absolutely made my day!
As a Michigan guy I went with an Ultra Limited. It gets cold here so I wanted more wind protection and those heated hand grips
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You're right, out here in the Midwest the Heritage is still popular. I think it makes sense to have a lighter weight touring bike alternative. I do like the blacked-out version, but I think the Heritage really shines with the chrome option. And sense the Deluxe is gone (really miss that bike), they should offer white walls to go along with the laced wheels. Just a beautiful bike.
Totally agree with the whitewalls! Thanks for the comment! The heritage is under appreciate out here.
Kept the Heritage and discontinued the Road King Standard? I guess they know what they are doing but I was bummed. I was hoping for a 114 RKS in chrome.
You and me both man! Road King has always been my favorite. Glad I got one in 22.
For reals. The only way they can remedy discontinuing the road king standard is either bring it back with the 114 or chrome out the RK Special.
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I'm bummed out by that too! Come on harley,tall people like roadking standards, could of had standard and special! Duh
Here on the east coast Heritage Classic, Fat Boy, Breakout, are Softail kings We love them.
Heritage is definitely my favourite of the HD lineup. I live in Sweden, mostly use my bike in the city and sometimes go for a longer trips. I like that you can remove the windshield and bags easily for a nicer look in my opinion, but still have them for the longer trips when needed. And the size and proportions look good.
Oh I should mention, I don't have a Harley but one day I will and it will be a Heritage from 2018 or newer (114) ;)
Heritage Softail is by far the " Old School " staple of Harley. It is the sleeper, it does everything. And it does it well. If Harley were to promote it more it would sell faster then anything Harley offers. One ride and it's " The Bike" to buy
I talked to a salesman at the dealership when I was just roaming, and he said the same thing. When people walk in not knowing what they want, they usually ride off in a heritage.
I would have to agree with your statement. I bought a Heritage in the 2018 model year and was not planning to switch bikes at that time. However, my wife wanted me to test drive the Heritage...after a short ride, I was in the finance office. Best bike ever and still looks/rides like new 6 years later!!
I just purchased the 120 Heritage. #964 of 2000... I LOVE the Heritage!
Im from NH too congrats on the bike best looking softail in my opinion really like the colors they did this year
The heritage is the best all around bike fun solo but good 2 up and can tour with it also.
I won’t pay the dealer markup for the anniversary paint sorry , so I bought the white sand pearl Low Rider ST instead for MSRP thanks Matt
That’s a good bike. Enjoy. Not all dealers have mark up by the way.
6:39 I had a 2018 Fatboy I JUST traded for a ‘23 Road Glide. It had satin chrome, which I preferred. Paint was black tempest, which had some flake in it. I think that color with the satin chrome just popped. Loved that bike, but I was getting my ass kicked riding 100-200 mile day trips…
Heritage Classic is in deed one of Harley's best bikes.
I agree, 2018 models i liked very much too. These anniversary models Heritage cleans the table imo.
I'd imagine the Fatboy sales dropped off a cliff after the 2017 model year. Not a classic looking or practical bike like the previous gen was. I wish they would make the anniversary models every ten years, would be more special. Every 5 years is overkill.
love the Fatboy, but sad Harley cheaped out and didn't chrome the lower legs, but other than that it's FLAWLESS !!
My favorite motorcycle is The Awesome Fat Boy 114 !!!
I can't believe that HD still doesn't use LEDs on the turn signals. C'mon, HD!
Running lights for the license plate too.
Hi Matt, Andy from New Zealand. Just received my new 2022 Tri Glide Ultra and have just se used an order of the only 120TH Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra that is available to Australia and New Zealand out of 1100 built
There will be no extra value in these bikes because dealers will mark them up taking away from extra value later
Heritage Classic comes very well set up with the clear windshield,lighting and lockable bags. Ultimately the blacked out Street Glide Special with the batwing fairing is my favourite.
Definitely likes the satin chrome, beautiful, understated and classy.
Wish they had this color for the Low Rider S
I have a 2018 Heritage special edition and I also have a 2022 Low Rider st. They are both great bikes but the Heritage is my all time favorite Harley. It does everything great.
FatBoy the Best, can’t stop looking at it. Excellent Video 👍👍👍✌️
The Heritage is still really popular here in FL, especially the most recent years/model. It was actually my first HD back in 2015. BTW, your content continues to be the Gold Standard for HD Matt. It’s obvious you work hard- just know it’s appreciated and admired.
The motorcycle demographic sales is strange. When the Lowrider ST came out they were hard to get on the west coast from what i understand. In Minnesota where i live, the dealer had a couple on the floor for months where as the Heritages are more desired in my area.
I would love to get one of these Fat Boyz and park it in my living room like a piece of art! A man can dream
Awesome job Matt, good job 👏
Digging both... throw some wide white walls on that Heritage. NEVER discontinue the iconic Heritage.
if the Heritage had the 240 rear tire,, I will take one,
❤Nice Reply, The rear Fat Tire bikes, are Badass😎
I actually loved my copper top heritage. I know a lot of people didn't care for the color scheme but duracell sure did
I have had 3 Heritage Softails. Bought a 21 Street Glide and traded it back in for a 22 Heritage 13 months later. Love the Heritage and won't own any other model.
I bought the 23 Heritage blue/Grey black trimmed one. I almost got the anniversary one but I'm coming from a red street glide and wanted a new color.
Loved the heritage classic nod!
Whitewalls look great on the Heritage (as on the Deluxe), especially when stripped of the bags and windshield. Definitely the most versatile bike in the softail lineup.
That Heritage looks great.
I really like the 120 year paint scheme
Under used USB port? I ran my phone cable alongside the clutch cable to my Rokform mount on my Softail. One of the best features for long rides into the unknown
I love the fatboy, always been my favorite bike. Grew up riding on the back of my dad’s.
Heritage classic best Swiss army knife Harley has to offer in my opinion. And the classic design is just what a Harley is supposed to look like. Love mine in that deadwood green. Thinking about stage 2 tourqe cam and a saddlemen seat. Then it's basically done. I love it light enough to throw around the turns or town and good enough to travel on. Style is old school and just love the nostalgic. Get comments all the time.
Agreed. The heritage is the quintessential Harley style. You have one in deadwood green? I guess I didn’t know they made one in that color. Nice!!! I love the deadwood.
@Matt Laidlaw 2021 deadwood green 2 tone with black it's slick definitely sold it to me being a Vet the color fit. Kinda that covid color you don't see much of haha
Definitely a fan of the satin myself
I think they are beautiful bikes. Our dealership has a 120 Anniversary Street Glide and has been on the floor for almost a month. I think there is an upcharge of like 3k. That may be why it's not moving.
Great looking paint scheme on the Anniversary bikes. I prefer chrome finishes on my bikes. I love the Fat Boy but your review on the Heritage has me thinking of one. For all practical touring purposes the Heritage makes sense. Thanks for posting this review.
Great bike the new frame is awesome. Rite out of the box heritage can not be beat for bar hopping or long travel. I own a 21 and have no complaints it's exactly the bike I think of when I think Harley davidson but I'm a due that caught the tail end of the 80s and grew up in the 90s lol
Nice review keep up the good work Matt
Amazing paint scheme!
The Heritage and the Fat Boy define Harley Davidson. The Heritage is as close to a classic style motorcycle as you can get, reminiscent of those Harley's from the 30's and 40's. I've got a 2003 Anniversary Heritage and Sportster. I've taken my Heritage on 4 long distance trips and couldn't have been more comfortable and I was able to carry 50 pounds of luggage with me. The Fat Boy is just a great bike and my brother loves his. You can't say Harley Davidson and not thing Heritage or Fat Boy. I'm east coast and have seen plenty of both of these bikes out there. Can't speak to the mid-west. You west coast folks don't know what you're missing. I love this anniversary color scheme, classy.
Harley Heritage 2017 and earlier not a fan on the mono shock suspension
Take the windshield and bags off the Heritage and you have the old Deluxe. Looks great in both trims and the Heritage sells well in the Northeast. The ST was derived from the California scene so no surprise it sells well out west.
I still really love the heritage - it’s a great bike for those who don’t want the extra weight and expense of a touring frame bike.
I think the 120th anniversary colors are brilliant! Love it ♥️🤙🏼
Heritage is huge here in Philly area. I think it may be one of the most popular bikes at the Langhorne dealership. Also since this anniversary edition is pretty much as is, I think the Heritage is a good choice since it come with bags and windshield already.
Ohio here. I think the heritage is still relevant. No bias because I own one (red iron denim). I sat on an ST to get it out of my system as that is much more my demo and it wasn’t as comfortable. I’m bought it because it’s a pickup truck. It has bags to throw my stuff, I can have a tall sissy bar for looks, or I can mount a tour pack. And in all black, it looks mean. My buddies all more wonder why I don’t have a touring bike, but I didn’t want to give up the nimble feel of my triumph when I traded it. The Heritage suits all my needs. I have all the tall guy mods done, and I do light touring but it’s just as fun to beat on around town.
You really do have the best HD content on TH-cam. Keep up the good work man!
Beautiful, they nailed the looks with that Heirloom Red. Great camera work Matt, max drool factor as always..
Thank you sir. I always try for maximum drool.
Thanks for the video Matt, the 120 Anniversary paint looks so good. I ordered a Fatboy from my dealer here in West Australia I was lucky to get one as all of their allocation was originally spoken for, but someone pulled out of their order for some unknow reason so I paid a deposit and its arriving sometime within the next few days. Had the 2018, 115 anniversary Fatboy and sold it recently. Loving the M8 Softail range.
You might start selling more of the Heritage Softail models now that the Road King Standard has been discontinued. It's the only bike that comes with a quick detach windshield, and it's perfect for converting to that cholo look.
Man, I love the look of that anniversary Heritage Classic. That Anniversary Red is killer. If I were to buy another Harley, it would be that red Anniversary Heritage or a 2022 red and black Heritage. Then I'd do a stage III on it much like Jamie's in that previous Laidlaw video. I promised I'd stop at three bikes: a 2017 Red + Black CVO Street Glide, a red 2017 Roadster(love this bike), and an El Diablo. I put a deposit down on the El Diablo in Feb of 2022 based on a rumor. At that point in time, most of the sales staff had not heard about the El Diablo. Yes, Im single and retired. Lol. I try to stay away from the local dealership since it's a huge temptation, but then again, money spent at the dealer is money well spent helping to support the guys at that local dealership. I mean, HD is afterall an American icon, even if it is run by a German.
Demo’d a fatboy recently and didnt wanna get off. Then demo’d a Heritage and didnt wanna get off 😂
don't ever get rid of heritage only Harley left that looks like old style HARLEY my opinion
Matt the Heritage Softail is Harley Davidson. I live in the Midwest and ride a 2009 Heritage. It is the most classic and iconic Harley.
To me, the Heritage is what a Harley looks like. When I think Harley I picture the Heritage. I do own an Ultra, but that's only because I have a wife. If I were single I would have a Heritage.
I have a 2022 Heritage. Love the bike, but hate the bag design and funky little studs everywhere. First thing I did was ditch the seat and order old school looking viking saddlebags.
In short, yes. The styling is holding the bike back and people skip it as a result.
Love the heritage! Go figure I live in the Midwest lol
Heritage classic 120th is absolutely beautiful. Would love to see a new Heritage springer with new tech integrated in.
I think the factory contractor who made springer fork assembly closed and sold off the tooling used to make springer for motorcycles.
I wish they could offer a whole black out option like in 2020 FAT BOY 30TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION.
Yea that was a cool bike.
well then it wont be that 'special looking' because when people think of most Harleys let's face it, most not all,but most are all black; a dime-a-dozen,so to make a special edition model look like the rest of the bunch,i dunno about that and at that rate, you can go get any Harley model in all black,just sayin'
My favorite would be the 2018 and the 2023. I am a lover of red colors on vehicles.
And I also love that black and blue together.
Ride safe.
As a Harley touring owner I feel with the 2023 releases and pricing, including the 120 anniversary models, Harley has moved fully into being a fashion brand. Not surprising given the CEO’s background, but a tough time to be a HD dealer as from a customers perspective there is no value in a HD motorcycle except perhaps the Pan America. The pricing for the PanAm may be constrained by stronger market competitive factors and its the only HD model I will consider when I change my 2020 FLHXS. Sad, but true.
Would like to see the fat boy in all silver again. Not two tone. Just like the original from 1990.
In Germany you have to pay around 6000 euros extra to get the anniversary look on your bike!
Prefer the Roadking to the heritage as the heritage is more of a highway bike as it doesn't corner like the Roadking. That is just my opinion as I'm in New Zealand we need to be able to corner. Our dealership A.M.P.S has a road glide with the 131 kit in it but has a black Chrome which is simply very classy. I do like the two tone red almost like an old barn colour so a little rustic but modern at the same time. Enjoying your channel thank you. My wife and I coming to sturgis this year so I might see you there. Might even meet the bogan but he'll be to busy for us. 😂😂. We going to swing by your shop on our travels too. Take care.
Love my 2018 Heritage! Was looking to purchase a Road King. Too bulky and heavy for me (i'm 5'8" 165#). I see the Heritage as a Road King LITE that does everything very well! Thank you for your contribution to You tube!
Matt, can you believe here in the UK there is £5,200.00 premium on both these bikes that’s $6,250.00 for your thoughts?
I like the anniversary model so much I bought one. 521 of 2000 Heritage.
Have to say that red Fatboy is my favorite
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Rather than "...anonymous with the Fat Boy..." you actually meant to say "synonymous" with the Fat Boy...right??? "ABS option", "California emissions" and "Surcharge"....all of these things are nothing but money grabs and one of the reasons Harley Davidson is losing customers hand over fist besides the grossly inflated prices!!!
Sheen Chrome without a doubt. jmho.
Good to know. Thanks for commenting
Anniversary Heritage priced on Long Island is 30k … disgusting
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Traditional chrome! Double wing tank badge and 2018-2021 wheels ( not cut open) 😊
Awesome paint on the 120th anniversary bikes. 2018 blue 💙 anniversary did Rock 🙂
Thanks for the close look detailing on these 2 bikes Matt! I love them both a lot. I appreciate everything you do like these featured bikes, and your touring with friends and family. Keep up the outstanding work! Thanks for keeping them family friendly too.
My local dealer has a $4000 dealer markup on bother of these bikes. Needless to say they are still available to buy after 2 months on the floor.
Haha. I supposed you might be correct. Where do you live?
@@MattLaidlaw I live in Ventura county. Ventura Harley has a dealer markup on all 2023 models. Ranging from $1800 to $5000 depending on the model. Even the Nightster's have a $1800 markup. Cruser's and Pan American $2000. All touring models, $2500. I was in there Saturday and checked the prices. An anniversary Heritage solftail is about $29,900 out the door. The CVO's for last year had a $5000 dealer markup on them.
They'll be sitting on those for a long time, unless new HD owners are that stupid to pay those prices.
Loved the satin chrome look. I had hoped at the time of the release that they'd expand it to offer it with other bikes. Unfortunately that didn't happen. I've always been a big fan of the Heritage model and I'm originally from Southern California, not far from you Matt. :) This anniversary model really nailed it. I love the color, love the ox-blood coloring on the seat and bags. I like it so much I'm kinda tempted to trade my 2020 Roadglide in for it. lol
Traditional chrome, for sure
Back in ‘13 I rode a Heritage for a year. Loved the style and I had an unusual color…root beer and burnt orange (that’s what I called them; don’t know the official color scheme). It was not comfortable on long rides which is my main style of riding. Traded it in for a UL, but to this day I do miss that bike. Nothing else says classic Harley like a Heritage.
Agreed. Thanks for weighing in.
Well it sounds like $23,500 tax title license included is a good deal? Plus shipping it 400 miles to me at no charge. That’s the offer I have on the table for a fat boy anniversary. What do you all think? Should I do it? I do struggle with the overpricing but the bike IMHO is absolutely beautiful. But I could buy a 2023 triumph rocket GT for less money hahaha. I know you can’t get two more opposite motorcycles but I love both of them
Love the Heritage Classic. Yes, East Coast here.
Chime. Handle bar control every thing handle bar chime.
The Fatboy is a beautiful bike but satin chrome all day. I like the Heritage in the heirloom red fade and black finish!
Love the Heritage (and the Deluxe..bring it back)..but Harley should really adopt more of the bag (and seat) styling they used on the 2024 Icons Heritage ..the present styling of the bags on the Heritage Classic doesn't compliment the bike like it does on the Icons model.
I have the Anniversary HSC 2023, got it mid Feb, have almost 400 miles on it. Just added some LED blinker lights, heated grips, luggage rack (gloss black), crash bars (gloss black). Everything else will remain stock. Paint scheme is incredible, Ride very smooth. Mine is #553/2000.
Our dealer in Santa Maria ca had number 5 of 3000. I should’ve bought it…
Wow. I haven’t seen one that low.
@@MattLaidlaw I was surprised when the gm showed me. Everyone was stoked
Keep the Heritage Classic. Harley wouldn't be the same if they stopped making them. That's the bike that got me into liking Harley-Davidson.
If the Karen's really need the Fatboy wheels to be vented make the opening not visible behind the disk and pulley.
The Fatboy looks better with the spotlights and front turn signals from the Heritage.
Definitely the original chrome.
The original silver should always be a color option.
Keep the Heritage as many who can't afford all the bells and whistles should be looking at this bike.
Bring back the handle bar style of the original Fatboy.
And changing a Fatboy is crazy buy a softail if you want pipes, 16" bars etc
I bought the Heritage aniversary edition and for what i want it is perfect I am 6 foot 220 pounds and it fits me perfectly. To me it is everything a Harley should be. It is called a Classic for a reason. Mine is number 1533 of 2000
That’s right lower Harley Davidson just can’t afford one in for those who do you have a Harley or thinking about getting one you better know how to work on it because they charge upwards of $80-$100 an hour to work on your bike not cheap it’s like we’ll see you in about cocaine I wish man tired poor man’s dream
Nobody does paint like HD, these bikes are stunning and it and are works of art, when you look at the way the body lines ,paint,seat lines just flow into one another. No other manufacturer comes even close. I would say that the Heritage model is just as iconic as the Fatboy. Here in New England they are very popular. I have 2021 Heritage Classic Deadwood Green and wherever I go someone compliments the bike. One other thing, for this Anniversary model it seems reasonable for the 1500 dollar upcharge for the paint,badging,seat details etc, You would pay a hell of a lot more than that if you brought your basic black model to a paint shop to have it done to this level. Thanks for all the videos Matt! Keep em coming-
Agreed. Thanks for the comment. Deadwood is a great color. I bet it looks great on the heritage.
HD can put the heritage on hiatus on the Westcoast and bring back the Deluxe all black or black-chrome no red no yellow keep all those other models in the east coast Midwest. if a guy wants one they can special order
Thanks for weighing in. It’s tough for me because I love and respect the heritage and it is such a good all around bike but on the west coast this style has run it’s course.
All new Harley-Davidson are to dear for the normal Joe blows. All new bikes are too dear. So the only bikes for us normal people. The used bike market. All new bike sellers will go broke until you lower your prices. So everyone let's look second hand. The only way to go.
0:40 package / treatment / special paint / emblems = 'livery', ie. 120th Anniversary livery. Thats one word. 😀
Hey Matt thanks for the walk around on the fat boy it looks great with the new paint job but I'm sick of Harley's not willing to sell young people a bike if the credit isn't perfect and the attidude of people in the dealerships And the repair and maintenance prices are much too high So when is Harley going to change their attitudes or do they think they can get away with this forever?
I really love the m8 heritage, being only 5'7 it feels like a solid touring bike. It will most likely be my next bike. Matt, does the laced wheels have a tube or are they tubless? Love your channel!!
Tubed. Spoked rims aren't tubeless yet. Rim bead is different on the two types of tires.
I prefer the chrome, ..chrome all the way 🤘🏻💯. I own a 2002 Fat Boy, and she has CHROME!! LOL.