2024 Heritage Classic plus "Vicla" Style Build - Where does it belong in the Lineup?

[@charlobear3259]

I have the 2021 heritage and it’s the first bike I’ve owned, I’ve rode a sportster but the throttle response and ride is so awesome on the heritage.

[@caseybarnett8708]

I traded in my 09 Road King for a 2020 Softail Heritage Classic last year and couldn’t be happier with my decision. Matt’s comment about the Heritage being a ,”If you know, you know bike”, is spot on. You have to ride one to understand.

[@MattLaidlaw]

That's always a hard conversation to have with people that are trying to decide between a Road King and a Heritage. They're so different yet they serve the same use-case. Glad you got on the right bike and you're happy with it.

[@tommym6248]

I've been a Honda guy all my life and have an old Shadow ACE as well as several other Hondas. The Heritage Classic is still the Harley that I would like to have. Beautiful bike! 👍

[@robertcook5965]

My starter bike was the Honda shadow 1100 and loved it. I went to a Harley Heritage M8 114 and love it and highly recommend it to you. It’s riding position is better than the bigger Harley cruisers in my opinion, great lighting so people actually see you, not over heavy, the M8 114 is a fantastic engine. I have done a stage 2 upgrade so I can power pass anything on the highway. Hope this helps buddy!

[@hogluvr1]

Heritage was always one of my favorites. So much you can do with it. Love the stripped down look, that came with the Deluxe.

[@AimeeFellwock1122]

My first HD is a 2019 Heritage. I love her! Just the right amount of chrome, customizable and fast. Just added a D&D Fat Cat exhaust and some new bags.. Sounds great, handles great, looks great! I have done hundreds of touring miles on her but I will get a bagger one day too, for the wind reduction, larger bags and music! But I'll never sell my first love.

[@vheiskell1]

We put a Fairing on my wife’s she loves it. Just goes on and off like the windshield.

[@7greenTea-g9e]

The Heritage chrome edition has way too much chrome until you put white wall tires on it. Then "Bam" the chrome is perfect. IMHO, white walls are a must. Thank you Matt. Please keep the videos coming.

[@toms1341]

Negative sir, the dosage of chrome is exact how it has to bee….classic.

[@RideYBike]

This is the perfect video with a great explanation! The history of the Heritage Softail is truly rich, and I'm thrilled that my own travel stories are closely tied to this incredible bike. My first motorcycle was a Suzuki Volusia, on which I even managed to tour Crimea in Ukraine back in 2012. I always dreamed of owning a Harley, and eventually, I bought a Sportster. Two years later, I was eyeing the Street Glide, but I was persuaded to try a Softail instead. That’s when I found and purchased a 2005 Heritage Softail with the 88 Twin Cam engine. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! I've ridden over 60,000 miles on my Heritage and couldn’t be happier with its engine, comfort, and even off-road capability-yes, I often have to go off the beaten path to find the perfect camping spots. The Softail is the ideal bike for that!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Great comment man. It’s always rad to hear people’s ownership stories of different bikes. Thanks for sharing.

[@RideYBike]

​@@MattLaidlaw Thanks for the kind words! I’ve been really enjoying your content-it's a great resource for riders. Do you think these bikes will be as legendary as EVO or Twin Cam in 20 years? I am talking not about engine only...

[@HogLife]

I own the 03 100 year anniversary edition,Heritage Softail Classic and the bike is simply amazing,I’ve taken her all the way down the east coast from Ohio,and not a hiccup,be good to your bike and your bike will be good to you

[@HowardHunt-s7z]

Best bike for city and highway cruising. Old school looks with modern features.

[@frankgiannantonio1848]

Have a 23 after owning several its a great bike!

[@robertcook5965]

I bought the 2018 and the biggest thing for me was its excellent riding position. I tried out a few different Harleys and this was the best and with the moustache front bar is very comfortable with my legs up. Did get a stage 2 done and my bike is a rocket. Love this bike

[@davebrake]

I always thought that the Deluxe was one of the most beautiful bikes Harley ever made, I really miss that bike. But your right, the Heritage is often overlooked. In recent years more of them have been blacked out which is cool, but I really do love the chromed out version with white walls. And I do like the ability to ride with or without the bags and windshield. Everybody raves about what a comfortable cruiser it is. I have a few friends that do a fair amount of distance touring on their Heritage, and they love it. Have always been a big fan of the classic Harley styling, it's just beautiful. I might have to add one of these soon.

[@MattLaidlaw]

I prefer the chrome on that bike as well. Thanks for the great comment man

[@michaelwhite5834]

I'm a touring bike guy but that Vicla bike really, really works for me.

[@shep68]

I've commented before my first Harley was a 13 Heritage. I loved, loved, loved the look of that bike. The mini apes, floorboards, passing lamps, tall shield, leather bags. The whole thing screamed vintage motorcycle, and I was hooked. Until I started all day touring. It was not good (for me) at that. Excessive vibrations through the handlebars, uncomfortable seating, cramped passenger. Basically it was only good at commuting back and forth to work. So I traded it after a year for an Ultra. I am told the new frame is a night and day difference so if that's true then I highly recommend it as a good starter bike for anyone who's into that classic look. It's still the sexiest bike Harley makes IMO. ✌

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yea the 18 model year + frame is 100 times better. That being said the ultra limited is still a more comfortable touring machine.

[@specialed5098]

Old school is my preference I love the Heritage

[@northrider8628]

It is the all around motorcycle. Looks and rides like a Harley Davidson should 🤠

[@recklessrt]

I have a 2022 Heritage with a stage 3 and several other mods. It pretty much matches Jamie's blue KZbin bike with a ton of down low torque. Bike absolutely rocks. It's got a luggage rack and passenger back rest. I went for an understated blacked out look that matches its red and black paint scheme. Mine is a non-spoked rendition, and I like it that way. I like my bike's down low, blue collar vibe, in comparison to the Low Rider ST. As per usual great video.

[@K9RickRet]

I had a 2019 Heritage with the 114 engine and loved it! I put a 2-1 Bassani black exhaust on it, a passenger back rest and rack. It was quick, comfortable and handled great! Highly recommend the Heritage! Only thing I would change is the spoked wheels….maybe the “new” simulated spoke style…

[@BadBlue32]

I always loved the Road King, personally. I have to say however, that the Heritage has been growing on me! You can still tour on it, but with substantially less weight, better handling and better stock suspension. I also think you get better color choices, the 114 and LED’s as well. I never really was fond of the style of bags, but they can always be changed. I’m a huge fan of the classic styling and if I ever had one, it would most definitely have white walls and a very similar setup to what you’ve shown in this video. And yes, louder pipes! 🙌😂

[@Badgerbiker]

I rented one of those for a week in Colorado and toured the Rockies. Great bike!!!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Nice! It's a great canyon carver

[@kendallanderson2149]

I love the tore down look

[@daemon9737]

Great vid, Matt. Really like the variety and your presentation of different options.

[@Tom_FLHCS]

My '23 Heritage is the seventh HD I've owned and by far my favourite. Can't see ever selling it. Only thing is the tank badges are like an afterthought, especially given how nice the rest of the tank graphics looked the last few years. I changed my badges for a late model Slim badge and now it's perfect!

[@jonroesler8155]

Same here... the tank badges on my '21 Heritage look to me like Harley tried to imitate a rodeo belt buckle and those were the first thing to go. Replaced them with badges from 2020 and it looks MUCH better. Clue for removal: use fishing line to carefully saw through the adhesive and 3M Adhesive Remover... those cowboy belt buckle badges are stamped and have sharp edges that can scratch the paint, so be VERY careful removing them.

[@pmdinaz]

Love my '19 Heritage

[@vheiskell1]

Great Video Matt! I feel like the Heritage is a great bike for the cost too. My wife bought a 2020 new it now has 62k miles. She loves it! She watched this video with me and loved all you said about her bike and loved the cutaway of the suspension! Keep up all the great work you do! Harley forever!

[@mas3292]

Great job as always Matt! I love my '17 Deluxe, same bike as you have there, Frosted Teal and Crushed Ice. which is part of my collection. Always loved the Heritage Softails! Kelly looks great on that nice black one, such a cutie!!

[@douggantenbein5382]

Like to watch your reviews, Matt. You answer my questions before I ask them. Laidlaw HD is a dealership that I would be comfortable just hangin’. Probably won’t happen, too far away. I will just be satisfied with your adventures on U-Tube

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man. If you’re in the area you should stop by.

[@tommontague5721]

I've had the Dyna, Road Glide, Road king and 3 Heritage. I keep going back to the Heritage. Now living up here in Prescott AZ where the mountain roads are a little tight the Heritage handles well. Besides, I like the classic look better....Hey Matt, I bought 3 of these bikes from you when I lived in Walnut...Love your Dealership and Staff.

[@njfxbb9748]

Perfectly done Matt

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thank you !

[@CraigSmith568]

I have a 2018 anniversary model with the 114 and I love it. Sometimes I take the bags and windshield off. Plenty of power with just a set of slip ons. Otherwise it's completely as it came from the factory.

[@robertlumsden942]

I bought my first Harley in 2018 and it was the Heritage. The style and the main reason the M8. Such a great bike. it is a classic bike. some buy it and put touring racks on it etc. or replace some of the legacy look which is a shame. that what it is. Only thing about this bike is the spokes needed to be addressed periodically as they will start to rust some. Terrific bike.

[@gnsmk357]

Now thats how you do it. Great job Matt. I have a 2003 softail chromed out,camed softail and a 2019 tri Glide with a 131 motor. It is time for a new bike will do the 2025 model and may come from NC to LA just want a bike from east LA.

[@mojomanmurph1925]

Absolutely like the Vicla style. It's in a class of it's own. Only can be done with a Harley.

[@JS-xs5hq]

Come on Matt, tell it like it is. It's the last of the true Harley cruisers. Unfortunately, the younger riders will buy any rolling crap bearing an HD badge. Bring back the Road King Classic.

[@holdenbrant1663]

Looking to go buy a Heritage next month. I'm 27. It's the only Harley I've ridden that I'd actually consider purchasing.

[@TheArj62]

Well said brother

[@KaffePower]

The new harleys looks ugly imo. The new heritage looks good still. But i miss the road king classic with white walls and leather bags

[@munciebill8674]

Have 2018 Heritage and my only styling gripe is the license bracket that sticks up like a billboard. Run solo without rear seat. Keep hitting it with my leg when mounting.

[@AimeeFellwock1122]

Kuryakyn makes a lay down plate bracket in chrome that I have on mine. I didn't like the look of it sticking up either..

[@danielsaudi9121]

Good review Matt. Although I ride a Streetgide CVO, the Heritage Soft tail is my 2nd favorite Harley. Congrats on the new dealership. It looks great….

[@1993Gold]

I live on the west coast and still prefer the heritage over the low rider. One day I’ll get this or road king! Great video as always

[@matt_7617]

I rides mostly Harley Davidsons my whole life. Love my 2021 Heritage 107. Great bike, got about 14000 miles on the clock now. But I really do miss the overdrive in the 6th gear so much!!! If you’re on highway speed (or a little bit faster;)) it rumbles your a** off… needs lower rpm! Other than that it’s just awesome:) Thanks Matt Regards from Matt (also) 😎

[@roostfezza7563]

I like the detail you provide in your reviews, like where bikes fit in the line up, and recent changes. I think the Road King makes the best base for the Vicla look, shame it's out of the range at the moment.

[@13_Cowboy]

😍 An ‘18+ blacked out Heritage is the most beautiful Harley ever made, IMO. Sadly, I don’t own one because I scrape too much. (Steep mountains, Switzerland) I went Low Rider ST. We really don’t spend that much time on the highways when the alternative is the Alps.

[@jj.1412]

Hey how do you like the ergonomics for long rides on the ST. Jealous of the Alps btw🤩

[@13_Cowboy]

@@jj.14128 hrs. of canyon carving, it’s great - optimum even. But it’s a very erect, aggressive seating position for moving around a lot, leaning and turning. It wouldn’t be as good at 8 hrs. of static Autobahn/Interstate. People do make it into that with forwards and cushy seats, but that’s not my use-case.

[@FastEddie-l2d]

I rent Harley Davidsons in Kansas City, MO and the Heritage and Low Rider ST are the best renters. Plenty of power, but comfortable to cruise or tour. A 2018 was also my first Harley Davidson.

[@arnesobolewski1584]

Very good Video Matt ... It showes what's makeable around the Softail Group today ☺👍

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yes sir. Thank you.

[@Nils_Martin]

Beautiful motorcycles 😘

[@구스타프-g4q]

If I have to buy new Harley, It must be Hydra glide~~❤❤❤

[@stephanebrochu2627]

Sweet bike ! My wife rides a ‘18 Heritage and It’s an amazing bike !!

[@expliquemoijcomprendschann2800]

Harley does. Everybody is against Harley doesn’t everybody is against…. 😂 that’s being said the heritage is the Killer bike of Harley. Even the fxlrst is the beast adding with lower fairings,tour pack and a 2in1 S&S. The héritage is the smile on the face. I test rode both of them (héritage114 stock, road King 21 police model, and the fxlrst ). Both are delicious but When I put my butt on the heritage seat and ride that shit. Damn that shit is dope 🤫🤭

[@Hiline1970]

Matt, first off …… You should be CEO of HD! You know more about the brand than any of the corporate knuckleheads (pun intended). I mean how many bikes have they sold or serviced. It’s a crying shame. Secondly…… I own two Harley’s strictly because of you and I thank you for what you do. I found your KZbin channel a few years back and you did such a good job selling the BRAND I bought TWO bikes. 2022 Heritage and a Highway King. I have a thing for chrome, spokes, white walls and lumpy camshafts. lol You are the freaking HD brand manager for many people. You and your crew should be driving the ship. Again….thank you and your family (dad and grandfather) for keeping the dreams alive. It seems several of the older USA#1 brands are getting away from their core values. I look at Gibson USA like HD. They need to come back to the USA#1 motto as well. It’s a sign of the time.Thanks again brother and GOD Bless.

[@eranmaron909]

Very well said

[@mickeygaines007]

Personally I am not a “club” or “coast” style guy but bikes like the heritage, road king, and deluxe can pull off a lot of different things and be taken a lot of different directions and not look terrible. The tombstone taillight on the deluxe was one of my favorite bike specific features. I have a road king special and the look your gal Danielle did to hers isn’t my look personally but she loves it and a road king can pull almost anything off.

[@adammorgan7874]

It belongs in my garage! Weeeeeewwww! 🤤

[@expliquemoijcomprendschann2800]

Officially. A future héritage 114 owner 😂👍 Even the fxlrst got the 117, he doesn’t have the HD essence yet.

[@fredaustrinojr8186]

I have 1987 heairitage softail flst. It is a bad ass ride thanks HD

[@jimmin9802]

Why they got rid of the roadking is beyond me? The touring chassis would fit my large size better than a heritage, but great video and music as always.

[@DavidPfeiffer-id7yd]

Hey Matt! I traded my 2021 Street Glide Special for the 120th Anniversary Edition Heritage. I had been wanting the Low Rider ST back in ‘21 but it wasn’t available then so I bought the street glide. It just didn’t suit both my stature and I don’t do so much highway riding. I’m a sucker for a pretty face so I got the Heritage Anniversary Edition. Still wanting the Low Rider ST though!

[@zonktified1247]

Once again Matt...great info and video. Primo choice on the 'model' for the riding scenes, not necessarily the bike btw 😋

[@2hotFL]

Wish the Heritage came with an option for cast wheels. They came with them in 22 when they had trouble getting the laced wheels but went right back to the laced in 23. I get the laced look better but I'd give them up in in a second for ease of maintenance of cast and the ability to plug a flat tire.

[@sparkylinkline]

Another great video Matt - thank you. Kelly is adotrable too.

[@expliquemoijcomprendschann2800]

If you know you know. I test rode the 23 model year black out engine in marine blue with red and grey stripe. Man the smiley on my face was epic. But I think if « a black out/ chrome » finish on the fxlrst was available. Could be a very difficult choice to me personaly. I’m gonna test ride the road King cause… well you know you know. 😂

[@anthonyresto8596]

Another great video, kelly is a good rider! What brand of helmet was she wearing?

[@MattLaidlaw]

Simpson.

[@omarcaban9917]

2002 luxury green in garage love it !!!!

[@elmaestro6106]

I wish Harley brought back the Springer. That would be amazing. Or take a Breakout and have a SugrBear front end put on. Can it be done? I own a 2015 Road Glide Special original owner and plan on a new bike in the near future.

[@dmcharley64]

Wide white walls were made for this bike...

[@robnoahxrpfuture7901]

Good looking bike

[@ericroadking7564]

Nice review Matt!!

[@willbe7442]

I feel the same way with the sport glide. My sport glide with the memphis shades road warrior is amazing. But people sleep on them for some reason.

[@Str33tglide_21]

Matt Nice video !! love that Chicano style , Do you guys deliver to the east coast ? thanks

[@expliquemoijcomprendschann2800]

Matt the heelshifter is an customization right? I test ride the 23 blue/red/grey black-out with the Heel shifter. Just easy and relax cool bike.

[@임정렬-y6m]

🇰🇷🇰🇷오늘Have a wonderful, happy and rewarding day😁😁😁😁🙏🙏 🇰🇷🇰🇷

[@petecastillojr9083]

Kelly La Chikla got a new bike, ❤ Factory 47s????? I thought you was a SCC, hopefully see some chikla pipes on you new bike.

[@Bergamot88]

I had a '21 heritage. It was a nice bike, I liked it. I LOVED my '17 Dyna a lot more tho. My biggest dislike on the heritage was the single front rotor, it should really have 2 front rotors.. bikes half the weight will have 2 front rotors. I pefere the twincam over the M8, but M8 diehards will beg to differ. My other gripe with the heritage was the suspension.. these new softail frames are known for their "superior handling" over the dyna frames.. but the thing would bottom out too easy with only a 100lbs girl on the back, and I'm only about a 180lbs guy myself.. it would bottom out way to easy in the corners, even with the preload cranked up. Nice looking bike though

[@austinhuff283]

What seat do you recommend for me and my wife to put in long trips on our 2023 Heritage? We have the stock seat now. We do okay, but my wife starts to fidget and get uncomfortable fairly quickly.

[@ShunzeyBunzer]

Is that plastic on the front fender?

[@imsurly7742]

The Heritage Classic probably would have been my second choice, but I couldn't pass up my RKS

[@expliquemoijcomprendschann2800]

Hy, does White wall make have same grip as the scorcher HD?

[@darthmaul7428]

Soft tail cholo FTW!

[@Chris_STR]

Someone should do a heritage performance build like a mid size performance bagger

[@lyndagreen6185]

They took away the mag wheel option. Got one flat tire on a trip with spoked wheels. Don’t want that again.

[@djmysticalone321]

Hi Matt have you noticed a lot of people complaining about Harley Davison has gone woke has this disrupted your dealership in any which way?

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yes I’ve seen it. Disrupted? Yea, I’ve had people tell me to my face that they’re upset unfortunately.

[@djmysticalone321]

@@MattLaidlaw hopefully this will pass Harley Davidson are amazing. Machines and the community is pretty amazing too.

[@tetlow2]

She fills those jeans, just right.

[@ryan8538]

Which bars are those?

[@alessandrov-twin9755]

The best good looking "cholo" style sleds are the traditional softail ones, pre-m8

[@Ozlobeest]

Harley is woke now, until they fire ceo and drop DEI WEF AND ALL THE REST OF THE PRIDE CRAP STOP PURCHASING!!!! GO WOKE GO BROKE!

[@trondcaster]

The Heritage. ❤️‍🔥. Long may it run. Make chrome great again! (And bring back the Road King Classic) 😎💫

[@jeremyneufeld6541]

The new frame might be "better" but the style took a nose dive. Nothing looks like the original Softtail.

[@travlite8496]

Get your Harley dealership to get rid of the Coe of Harley or Go woke go broke...

[@Sally10268]

Pre woke.. Let’s go Indian!!

[@blessnest77]

You Can’t even hear it running. Good looking bike though.

[@Eisenhammer78]

My brand new high quality Heritage is leaking oil like its an old BMW.... Out of the cylinders, the oil cooler... she is a dripper. Not even 500km on it. Completly regretting the 30k€ Ive just spend on that damn thing. Quality made in Thailand hey. If you cant tell, Im a bit pissed

[@RealSuperRando]

Beautiful bike, I’ve always loved the softail and have owned many. But no more until Harley Davidson kicks Zeitz to the curb and denounces all this woke DEI crap. GO WOKE, GO BROKE!

[@kindasupersonic7114]

Yeah, his globalist views aren’t really conducive to the Harley fan base. Also his business model, selling fewer bikes are higher price points to portray the feel of a premium brand…. Especially now in this economy, who is going to spend 20-30k on a bike when majority of dual income households can barely afford to keep afloat… especially more so here in Cali.

[@7upreme7]

This is a motorcycle channel kick yourself to the curb 😂😂 clown 🤡

[@andy8005]

I agree go woke go broke

[@JorgeIsHappy]

We get it. You believe nonsense conspiracy theories. Keep it to yourself.

[@michaeljoseph9881]

Probably no we will read this but you know I. I like comfortable let's raise my bout to heritage classic. It's a 19 with a 114 and a and I like it as well as my goldwink. The 78 gold link that has 300000 miles on it. You know kind of hoping to be able to get as many Miles as the golden thing I can't stand is the tires go away too fast. And I drive slow so not understanding about tires especially don't flaps. We're done lamps whatever I enjoy writing and I got about 23000 on it that this point.

[@Starship007]

Harley Davidson turning Woke?

[@SaltPeanut84]

If you don’t agree with the companies direction, no one is forcing you to buy a Harley. I don’t purchase from many brands. I go on about my business.

[@38possum]

​@@SaltPeanut84That's exactly it! If Harley Davidson doesn't do something quick it'll be worse than Budweiser! Catch the drift yet.

[@stevepatzer7044]

I ride a Harley. I drink Bud. You look for trouble that ain’t there. Nice day for a ride

[@38possum]

@@stevepatzer7044 you joined the woke right! Woke Davidson is their new name, and Budweiser is beer for queers right. A Patriot is true to his country and word and loyal to all their friends not to imposters or trouble maker's. Those that donate to the queers are usually 100% queer. So now we know the CEO of Harley Davidson is queer. It's a nice day go ride.

[@xxJAKExx96]

I love the heritage but bang for buck lowrider s/t gives you more for less

[@brianbayowski9265]

Matt, how do you feel now that Harley-Davidson has gone FULL WOKE? 🦄🌈

[@MattLaidlaw]

Sad 😢

[@Ozlobeest]

Boycott Harley!!!! Unless u vote for Kamala hahaha 😅

[@Jim-uh4kv]

Defonitely NOT taking my softail to a woke company for service, sell outs

[@MattLaidlaw]

Perfect. Laidlaws isn’t woke.

[@Sforce68]

Cholo

[@anthonyresto8596]

Id take the heritage over the low rider anyday

[@kentishmale1969]

Those ridiculous ape hanger style bars just look so ungainly and with dangerous handling - maybe they're ok in a straight line, but a liability on anything like a corner, particularly a sharp corner. Though Kelly did make it look bloo*dy good i have to admit !!!

[@Evil_Morty2000]

Harley went woke,going to go broke 😔 😢

[@Fr99763]

The two bikes are beautiful, but who mounted those handle bars? Utterly ridiculous and dangerous! You can’t control a bike in corners with your hands as high up as your head! The one with the windshield is beautiful too, the one you comepare it to with this plastic crap upfront ugly thing is hideous! Who came up with that stuff? I would die of shame, move to another country if somebody saw me with that! No wonder Harley is loosing its marketshare! Geez!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Ape hangers aren’t for the faint of heart. It takes the right rider with the skills to do it. But for those of us that are willing to master what it takes - the look and feel is awesome. When you say plastic crap, are you referring to the FXRT inspired fairing on the Low Rider ST? I’m just gonna say you’re in the minority option on that one my friend.

[@expliquemoijcomprendschann2800]

Dors it possible to fera the hard saddlebag from the road King on the heritage