2018 Harley-Davidson Heritage 114 Test Ride

[@TheHarleyTech]

What a bad ass bike. If you had told me 2 years ago my favorite bike would be a heritage, I probably would’ve cried laughing. Now I just plain want one. Very solid review buddy!

[@BikeNBird]

I have to agree with you 110%. Thanks man!

[@slyguyaction]

I agree with John. Never been too interested in the Heritage but your summation about it being a “mini-tourer” is spot on. Little less multi-state, ultra high distance tourer but still capable while feeling much lighter and flickable in the twisties. Being able to pull off the windshield and (locking) saddlebags is also a huge plus. Great review!!

[@Silverbulletzx3]

I agree 100%, I still am working on getting my first bike for the street. And want a HD. Rode dirt bikes for years with the occasional rides on friends bikes on the road. My style has always been lightweight, no fairing/windshield, not a rolling couch basically. I rode one of these recently...I needs it!

[@GESolis]

I had the old 96 cubic inch heritage and I can just imagine how nice the new one is.

[@Axl_colts]

It looks pretty gangster without a shield and bags... Especially in vivid black. I think this may be my next bike

[@vetter847]

🏍Traded in my Iron 883 in on a 2018 Heritage 114 three months ago and haven’t looked back. Wonderful bike to ride. 🏍

[@benjaminmeyers38]

Bought the 2018 Heritage with the 114. I love it. The colors are denim steel gray and denim black with red outlines. A very sharp looking bike and handles like a dream.

[@ronaldcoleman3119]

I recently bought a left over 2023 Heritage Classic I just love the bike. Incredible Torque, extremely comfortable with excellent handling. It’s my rocket that fits like a glove. Good review keep up the good work!!

[@kenmacleod9589]

Great review! One thing I never hear mentioned is this is also a great bike for the experienced rider wanting to get out of touring models, not just wanting to eventually get into. I’m 60 and although I can still handle the touring breed these softails are a very nice hybrid. Have a 05 Heritage, great bike and I have test rode the 2020 Heritage 114....... beautiful bike indeed.

[@TheChrisLourens]

You're riding my bike! I traded my 2015 Street Bob on a 114 Heritage (Twisted Cherry). The bike really didn't appeal to me, till I test rode one. Very happy with the bike, I ride it mostly stripped down and it looks great with the bars pushed forward. The torque is amazing. Can't wait to do my first long trip at the end of August. Greetings from South Africa!

[@markwhatley9955]

I have a 2019 Heritage 114. I couldn’t be happier. My first upgrade-before I even took it home-was to install Custom Dynamics LED turn signals and taillight along with the Triple Play brake light modulator. I’m still trying to decide on the pipes. They sound good but I’d like to have more rumble at speed. You described me to a T; older guy riding 1 up and taking shorter trips. But honestly, I’d have no hesitation taking this motorcycle cross country. Great review.

[@marklafollett6266]

I just bought the 2019 114 Heritage and absolutely love it. Great review. Spot on!!!

[@michaelgoad6260]

Traded my Street Bob off for a 2018 Low Rider and I love it. The only thing I need to get changed fast is the bars. Harley has definitely upped the game with these new bikes.

[@dustinwheelen]

EZ VP Punishers LEMC Indiana Crossroads I got an FXLR too and I changed the bars myself. With the throttle by wire, it's sort of a bitch so if you don't feel like fuckin' with the electric system, take her to the shop. Aside from that, very in love with my ride!

[@danbailey1229]

A friend of mine traded his Street Glide for this exact bike and is very happy. I would have gotten it too but my budget would not stretch that far. The Softail Slim fit my budget better.

[@ridewithted2003]

Hey Justin!! I've been on a Heritage Classic since 2014. Mine is an 2003 Anniversary model and I love it. Super comfortable, responsive, torque-ee and most of all, smooth. I've ridden the 2018 but didn't get to ride it as much as you did. My test ride was hampered by other slow novice test riders, poor pot hole roadways and traffic. I was in 3rd gear most of the ride and only got it into 5th for about 10 seconds entering a highway before the traffic returned. I can tell you this though, the 2018 is waaaaaay lighter than my 2003 and has a boat load more power than my 88 Twin Cam. The Heritage is a really great bike and I could see you on one and be very very very happy with it. I've thought about upgrading, but finances don't allow a new monthly payment.... maybe in a couple of years.

[@pmdinaz]

Revisited some reviews after picking up my 2019. I'm so happy I did. Coming from a 2015 Fat Bob, this bike is leaps and bounds better. Your review and comments are right on. It rides straight as an arrow, holds it's line like my 09 Speed Triple requiring very little input from the bars to initiate a turn and just sticks the line. Suspension really is that much better! It comes across as hype because you hear so many people talking about it, but it really performs on the Heritage.

[@joeb5224]

I bought a 2018 model and now have 24,000 miles on it. Did a 4500 mile 9 state road trip last July and had a great time. Only thing to go bad was one of the locks on the saddlebags came apart. Luckily I had a roll of Velcro to keep them closed.

[@larrys.3992]

That bike is a twin of my 2018 Heritage. I love it!

[@tray0302]

I thought it was kinda an old guys bike till this video. I could totally ride that in the mountain twisties here in Colorado. Great job.

[@deanwilliams8646]

Awesome review..... still torn between the Heritage and a Road King Classic

[@RB-pq9bn]

One thing I never thought I needed on my fxdls is cruise control. Turns out it's one of my favorite features on the bike now.

[@onemeaningsome3580]

Nicely done, Bird. You've got the smooth-voiceover-announcer down well, and you go over most things people might ask. The "3 Things I Would Change" should be a rundown on each of your test rides, that would probably help pinpoint those small, few things that a vast majority would also, likely change. Keep up the great work. Only have one thought - maybe go over a few more of a bike's features or a short walkaround before riding away, for example - bags! Would have been nice to see, but I get that you're getting right into the ride -which is good.

[@iancampbell6191]

You can also kick off the cruise by rolling the throttle forward.... that way you don’t have to touch the brakes. Great review !!

[@slyguyaction]

Yea. Easy to cancel with the clutch lever, front brake lever, rear brake pedal, throttle grip and main cruise control switch. I’ve got the same cruise control on my 2015 FLHTK and I love it.

[@alanbriggs2263]

I came from a BMW GS, which also had cruise control. This is one area where the Harley does it better. The roll-off to cancel cruise is so much smoother than the BMW's.

[@jamessisson5818]

That’s crazy I never would have thought I would find a KZbinr that has almost he same body type as me that make this review 150% better for me lol

[@BikeNBird]

Big Bois Unite!

[@ArnaudFortier]

Thanks a lot for this perfect review ! Gave me motivation to test ride it.

[@davidwilliamswilliams7174]

Thanks for a great review. I'm visiting my cousin in California in September and have rented one of these for a week's tour. My only concern is about the capacity of the saddle bags, but looks like there is plenty of space for me and the wife to store all our stuff.

[@azvoltmanphoenix446]

Cool video...... i have a 2003 heritage and was thinking of upgrading to a road glide. Might just upgrade to a 114 heritage.....hmmm

[@rupakchoudhury4755]

Great Review. I really loved your explanation on "Who this bike is for". Thank you. Cheers!

[@Kelz1136]

Love my 18 Heritage for all the reasons you stated. I still have my 09 Dyna Low Rider and I think the Heritage is less work to ride. She got a Stage 1 and new pipes after 2K miles and now thinking of a new seat. I would be all over a Bike Build series.😄🏍🏍

[@MrAndrew1953]

Good handling and agility with out the weight of a full bagger. Experienced, mature age rider 5’8 suit me down to a T.

[@pistolpete6321]

Great review, that’s the Harley I’m most interested in test riding.

[@Qmountainkid]

Just looked at the same bike yesterday and I think it’s pretty bad ass, considering trading in or selling my 2005 v- rod. The one thing that I’ve heard people say is that you cannot fit a half helmet in the saddle bag. Nice review 👍🏻

[@tbean5036]

You can fit a half helmet. I carry mine in the left bag.

[@JP1970]

Great video, my friend! I have been looking at this bike as my first Harley (been riding Yamaha for the past 20 years), and I am glad I found your channel---liked and subbed!

[@QwahziIRL]

Great test ride and review! You've got the voice and video quality for it, so congrats in advance on 1 million subscribers :)

[@BikeNBird]

Haha thanks man! I sure hope so!

[@IronCrossRacing]

Cruise Control For The Win! Always thought I'd never use anything like that before I got the Road King, wow was I mistaken, lol.

[@Freddy4life08]

I use the mess outta my cruise control! Sometimes, it saves me a speeding ticket!

[@gerokron3412]

Very nice review. I´m going for a coast-to-coast-rental and that was extremely helpfull. Best regard from München/Germany!

[@RobertOrtiz1015]

Great job on the review! I noticed something that does bug me from Harley in general! Their 20k+ bikes have the same grips and hand controls than my 2014 Sportster! I understand saving money but dang! If i was to bit a bike that coat more than my new car I would definitely like something not used on a 8-10k$ bike!

[@BikeNBird]

The touring bikes actually have different controls. They look VERY similar but definitely have a different feel to them.

[@DJ-kx6gr]

Definitely a bike I'm considering in buying. Waiting a few years to see if the release a yellow paint scheme

[@kimk8674]

What an awesome review! Great Job!

[@TheTripleDubya]

Great review, really do like the Heritage ended up getting a Road King for the twin front discs and the much loved cruise control (only on tourers in 2011) but yeah that Heritage is sweet.

[@renniesmith8073]

I have test rode the 114 Heritage also and wow! Are they great bikes! Has me thinking about trading my street glide on on one?

[@arthurdavis6282]

How much would it cost in a ball park figure to put a stage 3 & or 4 on it everything you would need including exhaust & tuner.

[@azvoltmanphoenix446]

YES

[@tccoup355]

Thanks for a great review! Love the Heritage for sure. Peace

[@BikeNBird]

Thanks man! You're quite welcome

[@lenframe]

Nice review. If you roll off the throttle it will disengage the cruise control as well.

[@therealrobertbirchall]

Lovely bikes I love mine but changing the bars is not so easy as all the electric cables for the handlebar switches run through them. g

[@brianmishler9274]

Excellent review. Thank you for sharing

[@Xlac]

Awesome video! How’s the wind buffeting over the windshield? Any helmet shake? I am 5’8”’ and considering this bike.

[@GoodGuysCarry]

I’m considering going from my 2013 Ultra Classic to a Heritage... primarily because of the weight difference. However my wife and I do lots of 1000 mile weekends. Any thoughts? I haven’t ridden a Heritage yet, still in research mode.

[@krazydogg82]

Cant wait for the Fat Boy review!!

[@jeffomspaugh6691]

The angle of the bars is adjustable

[@masterjhon1234]

Is that whining sound normal? Bc my 2018 Harley Davidson does that

[@WhenPigsFlyHigh]

Very nice review

[@DJ-kx6gr]

I love the bike. I'll be buying one in 2 or 3 years once they're being traded in for 15 or 16k

[@mhough3]

Its a pretty bike. Hey man, why bike “and birds”? Just curious.

[@rondavis9918]

have a 12 Heritage with the 103, this new one rides a lot better, almost feels like a metric to me.

[@davidcox9115]

bad ass bike but for be riding a bike i like a motor, tank,bars and two wheels.a windshield is for cars.i personally like the wind ,you get the wind..that's whats it about. but thats one nice motorcycle.. thanks for the review.

[@visaruflla6297]

my favorite HD

[@talkingrock7011]

I like the looks but at 6ft. 1 " it cramp to me I ride a SGS

[@whiterabbitt2002]

I rode cross country on a Honda CB125 back in 1970. just saying ;-)

[@roberthodges1650]

Ok so if you had to choose one all around bike including long trips which one do you like better Triumph Speed Triple or this Bike ?

[@4-n52]

Nice bike. Just need a siren😎

[@BikeNBird]

Right?!?! I love the police bike look

[@LOU4225]

Is the the one you are gonna trade the Dyna in for?

[@andrewkitchenuk]

Ridiculous how a so-called touring bike costing in excess of 20 grand does not have heated grips as standard. I realise many in the US live in the southern states where it's warmer but if HD are serious about having a global market then they need to get real.

[@jeffmalz7103]

Sounds like a honda not a Harley

[@chabib23]

"I don't know why Harley thinks people like this shape"... "A lot of people like them, I don't". Sort of answered your own question there.