My New Ride: 2018 Harley Davidson Heritage Classic

[@donaldduck2405]

Enjoy that beautiful beast. I'm a first time Harley-Davidson buyer. That 114 is a beast.

[@donaldsoncole3095]

Eisenhauer’s Chesapeake Harley Davidson in Maryland, I visited the dealership which had the same bike (2018). I sat on the bike and subscribed to your channel same day. God is telling me to buy this bike? Well, I like to think he is!!!!

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

This is a fantastic motorcycle, it was love at first sight for me. I was a little apprehensive because it is at least 200 pounds heavier than the Vulcan S and approximately 1200 CCs more than the Vulcan S. I thought it may have been too much bike to upgrade to, and it turned to be ideal. Best of luck with your purchase, and stay safe out there!

[@jslots2]

Bought a 2019 Heritage 114, love it.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Congrats!! May you enjoy many miles on this wonderful motorcycle. Ride safe out there!!

[@jeffreyengle2762]

Good for you man!! Enjoy! Wife bought me a new 2018 Road King for my birthday last year!!!!! Would’ve went with that bike but needed a better bike for 2-up

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I had thoughts of the road kind too, but was smitten with the Heritage and I love it! Thanks for the comment, enjoy the Road King, and stay safe out there!

[@asoshkin]

Congrats on a great purchase. Many great and adventurous miles to you.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Many thanks!

[@skipmyers5570]

I have a an 2018 Heritage 107 Iron Rust Denim. (It is the only 107 Iron Rust that I have seen in Indiana) a I agree with your comments about the difference between the engines, but I am satisfied entirely with the motorcycle motorcycle. I think it is easier to handle than my former Kawasaki 900 Lt.. I put a taller windshield from Harley on mine and the buffeting decreased a lot. Thanks for you vlog and I agree that you made a great choice. I have ridden mine on three and for day trips and am not any more fatigued than when I had an HD '15 Ultra Classic Low.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I was stunned how easy it was to handle this bike. It is at least 200 pounds heavier than the Vulcan S and I did not feel it when I got rolling, it is just a nice ride. I even feel more confident on Heritage than I did the Vulcan S. The Iron Red Denim is a beautiful color, if HD of Indy had one I would have chosen that color. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there!

[@MrTurnone]

You did the same as me, I was hell bent on getting a Road King. I went to the dealership (with my wife even LOL) and I always really like Heritage's though. I was able to ride them back to back and I was sold on the Heritage and bought it on the spot. It handles very well and loses 250 pounds as soon as it rolls Congratulations and enjoy the bike, I love mine and ride it almost daily

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I love this motorcycle and I am glad I bit the bullet and pulled the trigger. It is the dead of winter here in Indiana so the monster is resting in the garage. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there!

[@vetter847]

Bought the same bike (114 in black) in April this year.. more than happy with it! My road trips are so much better than my previous bike. New subscriber as well. PS.. look into Freedom windshields; I bought a larger shield from them with a recurve and it’s muuuuch better. It utilizes the original bracket.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Thank you for the windshield info, I will check it out. Thanks for the comment, keep riding and stay safe.

[@senorgringo2602]

Did you go with the blacked out bottom option?

[@vetter847]

Senor Gringo I did.. it looks very good.

[@raceboy1971]

You can see a video with the 21" tinted Freedom Shield on the bike on my channel.

[@jasonusaf6326]

I own a heritage, but man I wish they had left the heritage alone in terms of styling! I think the heritage by concept, should be all chromed out and shiny! Just my .02

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Thank you for the comment, and I can appreciate your feelings regarding the styling. For me this is my first Harley Davidson and I was attracted to this blacked out look, thus my frame of reference of what should be is different. Blacked out or Chrome, this motorcycle is such a joy to ride. Thanks again for the comment and stay safe out there!

[@jasonusaf6326]

@@motorcyclingendeavors2750 You too brother! We all have our preferred styling, brand, look, etc., but we're all on two wheels and that's all that matters!

[@markwhatley9955]

Gorgeous motorcycle. I have the 2019. I could not be happier with it. I was actually looking at an Electra Glide, but since I’m a returning rider after 30 years, a buddy suggested a slightly lighter bike. I went in to my friendly and local Harley Davidson dealership and, to borrow your words, there it was. I did the deal and I’m in love with this bike. I never rode the 107, but the 114 is absolutely amazing. As for your windscreen, are you taller? I’m 6-1 and have zero buffeting. Maybe Harley fixed the issue. Your review is the only one I’ve heard that complained about buffeting.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Others have mentioned the same thing they are not experiencing buffeting, for me I needed the fork wind deflectors for it to go away. It is a fantastic motorcycle. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there!

[@benjaminmeyers9454]

I bought the same bike. Same color and everything. Love it. I was a bit nervous to coming off from riding a Scout 60 but I had no problem with the big jump in CC's.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Right there with you on that one coming from the Kawasaki Vulcan S, but I felt right at home once I got moving on the Heritage. I cannot say enough good things about this motorcycle, itching for the spring just thinking about it. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there!

[@benjaminmeyers9454]

@@motorcyclingendeavors2750 well thank God I live in Alabama now. Don't really have to wait for spring down here. I know what it's like waiting though because I'm from Ohio.

[@cjg431]

Great video, I bought the iron denim red this past Black Friday getting it delivered to my house Friday since we are in winter mode. Now I can stare at it all winter. But looking forward to the ride.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

That red iron denim is what attracted me to the heritage, that is a great color. Congrats on the purchase!!

[@Joseph-wh5of]

Congratulations dude! Love that bike it's my dream bike. If only I could afford it LOL. For now I'm going to stick with my 1200 custom and keep riding around with that.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I enjoy it and I am glad I got it. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Congrats on the new bike. Very beautiful, definitely the fork lowers will help you keep your sanity haha.

[@JP1970]

Wow, man...I love this bike. I've never owned a H-D before (been riding Yamaha motorcycles for years), but I am seriously thinking about buying this bike. Thank you so much for the video! You got a like and a sub from me sir! I like your rationale for buying a Harley, which are reasons that hit home with me.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Thank you for the comment! This is my first Harley as well so my frame of reference on owning others is zero, but I think they knocked it out of the park with this motorcycle. I still cannot get over how stable this motorcycle is, even at slow speed in a parking lot or at a stop light. Harley did a real nice job. Thanks again for the comment, and stay safe out there!!

[@JP1970]

Motorcycling Endeavors I rode one today with the 114 in rawhide...got ore qualified through HD. Now I just need to see what they will give me in trace for my two Yamaha bikes. Great bike...still can’t believe I’m probably buying a HD! Wow!

[@DRAGONRIDER385]

Congrats on the new ride.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Thank you!

[@renniesmith8073]

Order a long ride shield windshield it's got a recurve to it so a shorter windshield works better than stock.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Thanks for the tip, I will check it out. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there!

[@GARamblinMan]

Great review. I currently have a Suzuki C50T and am looking very hard at the new 2020 Heritage models. Thanks for your comments on the 107 vs the 114 motors. I’ll definitely ride both to check out that for myself. Thanks again and ride safe.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I have been following your channel wondering what motorcycle you will end up with, lol. I have been procrastinating about doing an ownership review now that I have had the bike for a while, a topic for this spring. MrDarcy & the Ol'Man has a video about the 107 and 114, that is where I learned about it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZvFdZuGYrF1bLM I have to agree, the 114 is smoother. Thanks for watching and stay safe out there!!

[@jj.1412]

GA your review way back if the c 50 T is one of the reasons I bought it..but i just traded it in for the 107 with more torque in the low end-see Matt Laidlaws vids on it and HD's curves-you can always upgrade the 107 to a 114l( see laidlaw's vids featuring Jamie's 2018 107 ) That said HD is not going to make it in 107 anymore anyway...

[@GARamblinMan]

JJ I’m about ready to trade mine in for a Heritage Classic 107 or 114. Haven’t decided which yet. I want the 114 but like the clear windshield and chrome on the 107. Haven’t completely ruled out a Road King either. Stay tuned and thanks for watching. Enjoy your new HD!

[@jj.1412]

@@GARamblinMan ya I snagged a blacked gold body 2018, super hard to find where i am..and with HD lineups getting chopped and dealers told they will be sent less inventory in 2021, covid or not i figured now or never lol. Good luck!

[@MrBigbike55]

I bought it in october 2017 an i love it so much

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Awesome! May you enjoy many blissful hours on this wonderful motorcycle! Stay safe out there!

[@MrBigbike55]

I love this bike it is amazing

[@highmilagerider1154]

Who makes the windshield extension your using? Is it a Laminar Lip product? Thanks

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Memphis Shades is the manufacturer. I purchased it from Revzilla. I haven't had to put it back on since I installed fork wind deflectors. Thanks for the comment and stay safe out there!!

[@staffordguitar]

Noticed the screen extension, do you have details of how it benefits your ride and where to purchase.

[@bbusigful]

Tell me...how's the heat from that back cylinder? I'm seriously considering to trade in my Triumph Rocket III Touring for the Heritage. My only concern is that I would look to big on this bike. I am 6'2 long.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Compared to the Vulcan S I had, the engine does run hotter, but I have not had any issues when out on a ride. Can't comment regarding how one would look the bike, my only concern when I purchased is how I would feel on the bike. Does it feel too bulky, too top heavy, how are the ergonomics..... Best of luck on your decision and whatever you decide you are on 2 wheels, and that is what matters. Encourage others to ride and stay safe out there!

[@bbusigful]

L & R 👍

[@donkramer2579]

Great bike & review! I'm torn between the RoadKing Speacial & Heritage, both 114's...Have you had a chance to do any 2up riding yet?

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

I thought about the Road King for a short minute but, once I set my eyes upon the Heritage, it was over. I haven't done any two up riding, thus I cannot speak to that. Thank you for the comment and stay safe out there!

[@KnifeCrazzzzy]

Awesome dude! Holy tar snakes man lol

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Thanks man!! Indy's roads are loaded with tar snakes.

[@wunder8962]

What’s with the windshield extension? How tall are you?

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

5'10. The wind off the top of the wind screen combined with the wind coming up from around the tank created some terrible buffeting/turbulence. I wear a full face helmet and it was like my head was in a paint mixer. I have since purchased a pair of fork wind deflectors which controlled the wind coming from up around the tank, and now I ride without the extension.

[@arturburgiel9609]

@@motorcyclingendeavors2750 CAN YOU post the link to this windscreen deflector you got? I will really appreciate it.

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

@@arturburgiel9609 Not sure if you are talking about the windscreen extension or the fork deflectors so I will provide both. Revzilla for the Windscreen Extension www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/memphis-shades-hot-wing-booster-for-harley?sku_id=879574 JESCustomAccents for the Fork deflectors www.jescustomaccents.com/WindDeflectors-SFT-Hertiage-Gloss-Black-2018-P-WD-GBlk-018-P-SFTail-Hert.htm

[@masterjhon1234]

Does your heritage makes a whining noise

[@motorcyclingendeavors2750]

Not that I have heard, purchased it new in 2018 and I have not experienced any whining.