2018 Heritage Classic

[@sharkzf6]

I really like this model, the best in the new Softail lineup!

[@ritchiewoodland3641]

Have 300 miles on mine and love it. I traded my 2017 Heritage for it. I still can’t believe the difference. Home run Harley.

[@superbikemike]

i dig the two tone windshield.... ;) thumbs up

[@Wilderness-qq8ek]

Awesome video.. just picked up my 2018 Heritage 114... Love it !!! Harley really nailed it with the new design and engine... Did a Vance and Hines exhaust and FP3 tuner... Sounds and runs Bad Ass ! Keep up the good work...

[@JP1970]

I just bought one Saturday, and I absolutely love this mean machine! Did the Vance and Hines slip-ons and tuner, and she is a beast! Thanks for the video, buddy. Liked and subbed!

[@michaelmueller8976]

After years of no WS on my Triumph T150V I learned what a relief it is to have one. No more stones, cigarette butts, etc. on my FSTCL.

[@AnthonysWestTexasRides]

I got to test ride this at Red River HD in Witchita Falls, TX. It was an awesome ride, they had a nice curvy demo route they took me on and I was glad they did!

[@markmcintosh7095]

I bought a 115 heritage model and really like it. Feels light turns great and has more cornering clearance than I expected. Highly recommend it. Enjoy all your youtube videos. Thanks

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thank you! Congrats on the new ride, too!

[@ThreeFaze]

Right on, John! I kind of like the 2018 Heritage myself and that Anniversary Special is a nice bike right out of the box! The stock 18" blacked out windshield is a style thing that looks alright but ended up annoying me enough that I bought a 21" clear windshield and leave it off for local rides. The saddlebags are easy to remove, just unscrew the four Torx bolts holding them to the spacers and fender rails, then they lift up and off the rubber bushings on the frame. Try not to lose the o-rings that go on the bolts or smash/tear them when you put the bags back on, they help keep water from crawling along the bolts into the bags and then all over your used-to-be-dry stuff.

[@TheHarleyTech]

“Used-to-be-dry stuff” I can dig it! Thanks for watching, and the tips on detaching those saddle bags!

[@dantc88]

Hey John, love all the HD content. I like a totally clear windshield myself.

[@TheHarleyTech]

thanks for watching the vids! I like this windshield more on the bikes with black in the color (like this 2 color, or a solid black). the other colors it looks real weird. Who am I kidding, I don't like any windshield! I'm a fan of bare bones for sure!

[@whskywolf]

Wow beautiful bike, I like the two tone windshield and the blackout look.

[@marklafollett6266]

The more I ride my 2019 Heritage114, the more I love it. Added Rinehart slip ons an now it sounds right.

[@grantyoung5665]

I ride a 2002 Heritage with a clear windshield. Love it. Glad I found your channel John. Best from the frozen white north BC Canada.

[@razgriz814]

I prefer the full clear windshield like on the older models.... more visibility

[@Stormtrooper-iy5ld]

I like the shield. It blends w the two tone paint nicely

[@JoseRodriguez-zg8ls]

Love my Heritage. I have number 199. Great Vids John!

[@codywaller46]

Love the shots at the end. Gorgeous videography! Really enjoying your videos

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks Cody!

[@grettasoble5530]

Really like this bike, but favorite is the road king special. Currently own a road king classic with 103. Great vids. John

[@twolaneblacktop8034]

I love motorcycle day ! Really enjoying this new line of Harley's.

[@TheHarleyTech]

I'm loving them. I rode a Fat Boy Special earlier (video coming soon). They are some kind of fun!

[@talkingrock7011]

I don't like the new blacked look but the paint looks great and for the windshield no on the two tone should of been all clear thanks for the video

[@frdmstnggt99]

It’s snowing and below 20F here. This is my motorcycle fix.

[@TheHarleyTech]

BELOW 20F!?!?! BRO, you gotta MOVE! but since you're stuck there for now, glad I could help with the Moto fix!

[@frdmstnggt99]

John Maxwell haha not -20F but somewhere under 20F right now. I’m not sure if the actual outside temps but normally I would ride my ‘14 FLHTCU to work 40 miles away around these temps. As long as there is no snow, ice or sand on the road.

[@johnnywhite5003]

22C, 22c here 2.32pm thursday the 14th awesome.

[@TheHarleyTech]

haha, that makes so much more sense! I don't know why I read it like it was -20. Either way, that sucks! I hate some cold weather riding. it's one thing if it's a trip, but I hate spending my first hour trying to warm up when I get to work! Although, I don't have a fairing or windshield either...

[@jm-mi7kl]

it's going to be 9F tonight, and I've got three bikes sleeping in the garage- my Switchback and FZ-09, and my buddy's '16 Heritage.

[@pipestattoosandconversations]

I actually do like the windshield. Everyone has their own style though.

[@tipsandtrips7519]

Nice video, John! 🙌💯 Hey, do you have a video on how to remove the battery on your Heritage 114? I have one as well and I’m having a time trying to get the battery out. Please help me if you can...🤦‍♂️

[@pissedoffveteran7965]

Just bought one, love the power. Salesman says it never needs a clutch cable adjustment. Can I do it manually? Clutch engages at top of clutch lever and I don't like it.

[@TheHarleyTech]

salesmen need to quit trying to be technicians. Hydraulic clutches never need adjustment, a cable clutch needs adjustment every 5k miles.

[@Iamhowboutit]

love the windshield reminds me of the old school

[@TheHarleyTech]

I am really surprised at how many comments are positive for the new windshield!

[@Iamhowboutit]

John Maxwell for me it reminds me of my grandfather and his early California Highway patrol bikes the lower half of the winshields were leather and black, he road 30 years started in 1930's and retired in 1960 it's just reminiscent of that look to me. Probably why I still ride a solo seat heritage and havent gone to the bagger world like most of my friends.

[@robertyoung5678]

Great video !! Have you tested an newer Heritage with the SE stage 3 kits ??

[@hdrk59]

Like the wind shield .

[@Spool77]

I love that windshield....just has that old school cool look to it. The Heritage is my favorite of the new softails. Which says a lot, cuz I have always hated the old Heritage. Probably more because everyone has one rather than anything wrong with the bike itself.

[@TheHarleyTech]

I've always liked the road king more than the heritage. very similar bikes, but the touring frame is far superior. considering the price of the heritage this year, you might as well get a road king! Although, for some folks size/weight/seat height come in to play...

[@HouseboatWayne]

Yo keep up the good work. Love your vids. Got enough subscribers! Harley should sponsor you! Anyway I love destination points, an excuse to ride. Just bought or in debited myself to a 2018 Heritage Would love to ride up and get a picture with you one day. Cheers!.

[@jrg4760]

Thanks John, good work on the channel, I have an issue with paying $23,000 out the door and throwing away the mufflers immediately to get more noise with little upgrade in performance. I don't mind paying for cam and tuner to up the adrenaline, if the torque cam was "weird" what do you suggest, there are limited options without voiding the warranty. BTW I like the two tone windshield, but will probably leave it in the garage except winter months.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Well, I just don’t want you thinking the torque cam brings a bunch of torque. It did great for horsepower, but torque was barely changed. I understand about the cost of bike and throwing away mufflers, but it doesn’t matter what brand bike or what cost, there is always better exhaust that breathes better than stock!

[@donwinburn1030]

like the windshield!!!!!!

[@2hotFL]

Like your vids. Can't wait for the gopro so we can see some riding vids.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Me too! Technically I already have it, but it isn’t mounted to my helmet. I have to have time to get it all put together. Thinking about shooting a video “best motovlog setup” or something.

[@johnnywhite5003]

gday john checkn in from wellington new zealand awesome video. still love my trusty ol 1988 fxlr . FXRs FOR LIFE BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheHarleyTech]

hell yea! New Zealand and FXRs. Now that's good stuff! Thanks for watching, we have lots of FXR fans at the shop!

[@coonhunter6964]

Everything better be standard at that price wow

[@TheHarleyTech]

No kidding! I looked it up, and then fainted. Apparently limited edition is a 2k tax!

[@CraigSmith568]

@@TheHarleyTech I just bought one today used with 1500 miles for 17K. Already has exhaust, hammock seat, mustache guard, and detach sissy bar. That 114 is awesome and the 115th paint job looks great.

[@ryantreece9284]

I like the bike. Definitely not crazy about the windshield.

[@johnjpavissr6417]

John I always enjoy watching your vids, I purchased the Heritage Classic 114 last month my question is have you installed a Red Shift 468 cam by Zippers Performance? If so how was the performance outcome. John

[@TheHarleyTech]

I haven’t done anything other than Screaming Eagle cams. You heard any reviews so far?

[@johnjpavissr6417]

John Maxwell the only reviews I have read is what is on the Zippers site. I'm coming up on my 1,000 mile service I'll have to do a little research. I've had a lot of bikes in my time but my first Harley.

[@depthsounderdave]

There is an extensive cam comparison on hdforums and the zipper 468 was one of the better performers. The only issue mentioned was that it and one other high performing cam tested had a bit of roughness just above idle.

[@jwvolgs]

I love this bike

[@kennethwise7108]

Hey John I subscribed to your Channel since I like your videos and also because you choose to ride an EVO powered bike LOL. Since I live near York PA I took a tour of the "Open House" last year and I was shocked to see that there was no 115th Anniversary Road Glide model. Not sure if you're aware of this or not but the motor company has made an anniversary Road Glide in the three previous Anniversary models but for some reason they skipped the 115th... I think the Marketing Manager of Harley-Davidson needs to be fired, just my opinion though.

[@cembanditx1]

I’m considering a heritage 114. Looking for a bike between my scout and a touring, that can be used for whatever. I love my Indian, but they have nothing middleweight.

[@jrg4760]

John, thanks for the video, waiting on this bike to come to my Local dealer, IMHO the best of the new Line up. I am interested to find out if a stage 2 with torque cam is a logical move. Seems crazy to pay for new mufflers on a new bike just for more noise if the bike will perform with stock exhaust. Street Cannons, the only HD choice for SE reportedly sound about the same as stock, just a bit more noise. The 114 comes with HI Flow intake, so Stage 2 is cam and tuner, right?

[@TheHarleyTech]

J R G stage 2 would be mufflers, tuner, and cam yes. The touring stage 2 we did with torque cam was weird. It gained 20+hp and 5 ft/lbs of torque. Why they call that the “torque” cam we may never know... In reference to mufflers, so you know if the SE mufflers have the catalyst in them like the stock mufflers? I haven’t done anything with SE mufflers, and haven’t looked into it. We have put some rineharts on. Sounded and looked good!

[@CZW10000]

That thing is classy

[@geoffozevans4500]

Nice paint in it 🖒😎

[@darrengilbert7438]

Hey Matt, can you add a driver's backrest to the stock seat or do you have to switch out the stock seat if you want to add a driver's backrest?

[@TheHarleyTech]

If there is a rider backrest to add to the stock seat, it would be aftermarket. The most common seat I see with a riders backrest is made by Mustang. It's hardly the only one, just the most common around me. I run mustangs on both of my bikes, and I love them!

[@billystennett7518]

Looks good 👍

[@dodo1234646]

I was hoping on the 117th anniversary they'd of put as 117 in the Heritage.

[@donwinburn1030]

hey john! what slip on mufflers would you recommend for this bike? and due to the cat in the muffler would it void the warranty if the new mufflers didn't have the cat in them? thanks in advance

[@jamesleonard4382]

I have the same question

[@f-sixer3939]

Another great video!

[@terrelbreaux5059]

Without the windshield is there any issues with the handle bars slowly losing position from the force of the wind? Have had that happen before & HD had no fix.

[@TheHarleyTech]

The wind shouldn’t be able to move handlebars. That’s a pretty serious safety issue. Handlebar riser clamp bolts should be checked during services...

[@DaddyoftheMack]

John, I hate the new windshield. Looks like those JC Whitney ones from the 80s.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Haha. I’m not a fan of any windshield, but I like the clear ones better.

[@jm-mi7kl]

it actually is a call-back to the old Panhead Electra Glides. i.imgur.com/g1PQVpO.jpg much rather black than red.

[@TheHarleyTech]

I had forgotten about those old windshields until a lot of these comments. Glad the channel is becoming so interactive!

[@BobsGT235]

John, I really enjoy your videos. But could you please lower the volume of the music sections? I know I'm getting older, but it often scares me when it starts playing. I know I can lower the volume on my end, but then I have to raise it for your dialog. Otherwise keep up the great work.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Is it a problem on this video? I know it was in earlier videos. (I’m new) I really thought it was fixed...

[@BobsGT235]

Geez, it was on the earlier videos. I'll have to keep watching your new ones and advise. Thanks

[@TheHarleyTech]

Good deal. You freaked me out! I didn’t even realize it was a problem until about 4 videos ago and every comment was about audio. I never even knew! So it’s good that people brought it up. A lot of people, haha. Just making sure more adjustment isn’t needed. I’m still learning, and will always be learning. Between motorcycles and video (no experience on video) there is always more to learn!

[@johnhoffman3598]

Hey John watch all the time I have a question. I just bought a 2018 115 anniversary ultra limited first bike with hydraulic clutch any way to adjust were it grabs.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Nah, unfortunately not. It just is what it is.

[@user-mp2qj6rs9c]

Hey does circulating the oil thru the head and exhaustb valves for cooling purposes result in any oil loss over time?

[@TheHarleyTech]

There is an amount of oil loss that HD considers acceptable, but not sure where it’s lost other than the breather system. So far the only M8s I’ve been into are rocker box leaks, and brand new engines being built. So my knowledge isn’t as plentiful as the TC!

[@saddle8bag]

Hi John. Do you know if that chrome dome on the front wheel be removed without adding a spacer or such? Also wondered if you think the front end dives more than the other Softies? Don't know if it was just the one I rode, but that front really hit the deck even going slowly if the front brake is touched. Thought maybe the weight of the screen and running lights might be weighing on it. Aside from that it was a really nice ride.

[@TheHarleyTech]

The brakes are definitely good this year! I’m sure it would take some getting used to. The chrome piece is attached to the spacer. It could be replaced with a different spacer.

[@saddle8bag]

Thanks!

[@MrOatmeal5150]

I kind dig the new windshield. I feel like they're trying to give a throw back to the old Pan era FL Duo-Glide. I feel like that's the look they're going for with the whole bike really. Even though they're so drastically different this year, in my opinion I think the 18 Heritage has an "older look" than the original Heritage...... Here's an image link s.hswstatic.com/gif/1963-harley-davidson-fl-duo-glide-3.jpg

[@garysavage5675]

Can you fit a rider backrest to the new heritage classic as haven’t seen any vids showing it and in the uk at the mo dealers are not really helpful if your not actually buying at the moment

[@TheHarleyTech]

Sometimes dealers suck like that. I haven’t put a rider backrest on a softail yet. To be honest, I didn’t know there was one. Winter time is slow for bike sales, which means it’s slow for new parts being put on! We did do a passenger backrest when they first came out, but that bike did sell. Maybe I’ll have a new one soon.

[@drmoto5898]

I see the tag holder has not changed, for the price I think that cheap ass part should not used for the softail line. This model has great potential.

[@ShawnMortensenNE]

Throwing dirty thumbs at ya John

[@ascendantmaster]

Dig the windshield....its different.

[@michaelohara2161]

Why did they get rid of the car horn and go with the wimpy horn?

[@bucknutz2879]

like the all clear windshield myself. Not a fan of the black and clear.

[@DaveOMT]

Great video, John (I own one)! BTW, where do I get one of those trick needle lubricators you used on the clutch handle?

[@TheHarleyTech]

Get some 1000 is the brand we keep in the shop. It’s bottled different now, but I like the old bottle so I keep using it. I’ve found out since the taping of this that HD actually puts lithium grease in the clutch perch. So that’s another option.

[@DaveOMT]

Thanks a bunch, John. I'll track it down. I've also got the lithium grease on hand already.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Cool. Is yours squeaky, too? I wonder if it was a “running change” to add the grease. I hadn’t noticed it before this weeks shipment.

[@DaveOMT]

Yep, it was squeaky too. It also had about 3/8" free play, which I took out, thanks to your demo on how to release the cable tension. Way cool.

[@DaveOMT]

Oops! I forgot to say that there was lithium grease in there, but not where it should have been. I sure like this bike. I traded up to it from a '16 Heritage. What a difference!

[@reverendbubba4473]

Hmmm..... I wonder where the water goes inside of the deep recess on the saddlebag lid button?

[@TheHarleyTech]

That’s a good question. Expect a pic on my fb page in the near future of that thing up close, inside and out.

[@TheHarleyTech]

so I got some pics, but it doesn't show much. I never did post them. I think it's pretty well sealed up, but I am interested to take one apart. that's the only way I'm really going to be able to check it out. the pics don't show much of anything!

[@gambietti]

Sat on this bike in the showroom. Had a opportunity to buy it and I blew it

[@R0ok]

Purely for self serving reasons. Can you do a video with a Sportster 48 in it John? Big fan from the great white north here.

[@TheHarleyTech]

I'd love to show case some sportsters. I have a funny feeling that the first one that I will show off will be my own 2008. HD went all in with the softail line and the touring line this year. Seems that's all we are getting in...

[@hrishikeshpatil6962]

Nice video Are these numbered??

[@TheHarleyTech]

No, I started to number them, but didnt. Each video should show how long ago it was uploaded, and for the most part they don’t build on each other. So it doesn’t really matter what order you watch them in. If there is a part 2 and part 1, I tell you I’m the beginning of the video, and give a link so that you can watch in the correct order.

[@hrishikeshpatil6962]

My bad. I should've phrased my question better. I meant to ask whether the Anniversary Edition Heritage Classic has a limited production run and therefore numbered.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Haha, my b. That makes way more sense. Yes, there is a number place at the riser clamp. My shot didn’t come out real well, but that’s where it is.

[@larrygoodeaux588]

ok all things being equal ,no attempt at a burnout or anything else that would be considered foolish what is the expected life of the rear belt and given that everything wears out eventually what is the down time and cost to replace it

[@mickc4633]

I like chrome.

[@Bacon75420]

Didn’t expect to see the new bike tractor trailer to have HD stamped all over it, just for security reasons.

[@TheHarleyTech]

A lot of them don't, it just depends. The way they're packed in there. No way you steal anything really. Not without a fork lift

[@hsmith3844]

I miss the heel/toe shifter, but I cut my teeth on Panheads. member panheads? Good vid.

[@TheHarleyTech]

I am surprised they did away with it, but I only used it for finding N anyway. Can’t say I cut my teeth on pans by any means, but I did take one apart once...

[@MakoVette]

That only counts if you put it all back together again ya know ;-)

[@hsmith3844]

Balancing flywheels where so much fun. Lacing and truing wheels. aarrgg

[@MrOatmeal5150]

They make it as an accessory though! Kinda makes sense really, I think. Seems like 90% of people take off the heel lever and I've always hated how Harley makes that little chrome piece go on the outside and look like a weird nub, rather than a nice spacer piece on the inside of the lever. So I guess I just like that H-D finally took a hint and gives you the option to add something for the few folks that want it, rather than making everybody pay for something they're going to throw in a drawer and then pay more money to cover it up. lol

[@joseywales877]

What is the advantage of the 2 extra spark plugs?...........great video! I do like my '08 heritage's looks better though...

[@TheHarleyTech]

Ideally it creates a “better burn” in the combustion chamber. Knowing HD, they probably spent a bunch of money testing it, but I have no idea if it’s true. The theory makes sense, though.

[@joseywales877]

Yeah it does! thanks

[@MakoVette]

Emissions improvements are highly likely too.

[@fabiors10]

Some Japanese cars have 2 spark plugs per cilinder too

[@jm-mi7kl]

2 spark plugs per cylinder improves ignition reliability, which in turn improves emissions.

[@andycao4547]

Helllo Brother , hope you can show how to do step by step upgrade to Stage 3 or stage 4 for Milwaukee8 107cu i up to 114 cu i good bless you guy thank you

[@TheHarleyTech]

That’s a pretty big job. Step by step would be a long video! I might can get some highlights into a video eventually.

[@andycao4547]

sure , can summarizes the points of interest thank you and waitting from you

[@andycao4547]

Hello John, I got Cobra neighbor haters slip on and stock header pipe on my 2018 SG , so what kind the header go with them for the sound better , deeper? thank

[@TheHarleyTech]

They M8 performance series is neighbor hater mufflers with Cobra pro chamber head pipe. The sound is awesome, but I wasn’t too impressed with the numbers.

[@andycao4547]

i already removed the catalyst on stock pipe, sound more lounder

[@bobbyolddude6402]

Is the Heritage Classic a good first upgrade for a new rider looking to upgrade from an 883 Superlow?

[@TheHarleyTech]

I think so. I think I might sell my XL and get the heritage, actually.

[@almulakimaalimalriadiat9068]

you should get a harley davidson emblem for your beard.

[@MakoVette]

Mrs. Mako and I both like this bike a lot, but a couple things are wrong (first year stuff the MoCo can easily fix hopefully): That blacked out windshield is crap for anyone that rides more than every other sunny Sunday. Running over shit at night on a interstate because you couldn't see it makes no sense. The rear bags are hard mounted, and as far as I can tell by looking at one this past weekend, there's no way listed in the P&A catelog to make the bags removable. You also have to pay Harley Tax on more parts to allow installation of a removable sissy bar, which is dumb and about as cheap as rocks. They made a huge stink at the dealers show about how easy it is to remove bags and a bar then don't equip the Classic with that set up? Really Harley, REALLLLY? Other than that, it's a damn good bike, just open your wallet to fix the dumb and it'll be solid. We still want one :)

[@TheHarleyTech]

Seems HD always misses the mark, just a little bit. I’m not sure how removing these bags differ from past heritages. They still required tools, too. The functionality of the windshield is what gets me! You’re right about hitting something at night, but I don’t like any windshields anyway! So what color do you want?

[@MakoVette]

Yeah old Heritage's were hard mounted bags, just a lot of disappointment the MoCo didn't make the bags removable given the price increase. Adding value and usability to a product that customers would love to have for maybe $25 worth of parts that are already in the bin should have been a no-brainer. But yeah :P I love the look of the bike w/o the windshield, but 10 hours of saddle time without one gets real tiresome real fast. They also stop a ton of crap from smacking into the rider - yellow jackets need to all die in a fire darnit :D Mrs Mako says Red Iron Denim with the 114 if you please.

[@bobtranquilli9985]

John Maxwell Silver Fortune, or black, I think....

[@aryarefalza1328]

Surprize...! for me...?my Anniversary.. i hope😊....dont forget okey...! "SUMMER SEASON" MORNING MINESSOTA😊... CICIHARYATI.

[@RobertWilliamChase]

remembers when they came in boxes

[@garysavage5675]

Like the heritage but don’t like the look of the screen

[@james6275]

The dealer wants over $700 bucks to do what you guys just did from truck to black top??

[@TheHarleyTech]

Are you asking about the freight part or the prep part?

[@chabib23]

not a fan of the windshield, but I am not fan of them in general.

[@RailFanRick]

She's purty but those new saddlebags compared to the ones from past heritage softails suck!

[@TheHarleyTech]

I've never really been one for any of them. All the flashy decoration on the new and old is too much for me.

[@TheRooster1122]

Hate them two toned windshields....There are a lot of things I don’t like in general about the entire new lineup John? Let’s just say I’m a Black & Chrome Guy... Harley’s were built and based on “Chrome” I’m just saying my friend...

[@jm-mi7kl]

no they weren't. they've always had chromed-up models along side models with little to no chrome. chrome is f***ing gaudy anyway.

[@bobscott1809]

This bike is downright ugly I don’t like it I think they ruined the heritage I should’ve kept it the way it No wonder Harley Davison is in trouble closing plants

[@jamessouthworth1699]

21 grand and its not even a full dresser? So much for the working class and freedom. That is what is going to hurt Harley, not the millenials.

[@twomontess]

Saw one in Maryland HD. Not a fan