Harley-Davidson Road King Vs the Harley-Davidson Heritage...
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- Опубліковано 29 сер 2024
- I've been asked many times, which one of these two HD's is best. In this video, I hope to answer the question once and for all.
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Owned both. I like the Heritage because it feels like I'm sitting in the bike and not on it, and at stop lights it's just easier to play with. Just one mans opinion,
Same thing I have always said. You feel like you sit into a heritage and a Road King feels like you're sitting on top of a tank holding on for dear life until you get used to it. That being said, I've owned both and currently own a RK and once I got used to the way it felt I absolutely love the ride.
I was torn between the two. In the end, went with Heritage. Literally just came down to feeling more comfortable all around on the Heritage. Don’t think anyone could go wrong with either one.
👍 agreed.
Just bought a brand new heritage and i can say I love it. Love that harley finally put them in the touring bike category. 200 or 300 miles is nothing on that bike to me. Handles like a sportster in the city and highway riding is amazing. This is all my opinion though
Exactly what I needed to hear, have a sportster but don’t want a big pig of a bike with no agility for miami that can still handle way better than my sportster in the highway. Thank you for the summary!
@@cheyenneobregon184 I went from a slim to a heritage and the herotage handles even better. It can do it all, tight streets or highway.
My son and I own five Harleys. In my opinion the Heritage 114 is the best all around bike Harley ever made. Thanks for the video.... Liked and Subscribed
Team heritage baby!
I bought a used Road King. No surcharges, no freight and no tax.
Aaahhhh jealous!!!
@@timjones6637 You just have to save your cash. Search around for a good deal.
@@sirjhonson8218 agree and so true!!
Jerry, I have been riding for over 40 years and its amazing after watching your video how sloppy I got over the years. I watch every video you make and then go to the college parking lot and practice, practice, practice...Huge improvement for me at slow speeds handling my RK. I was never a duck walker but I used way to much space to turn the bike around. Now, I flip that baby around in half the space just because of head placement and where I am looking. I was taught that but over the years I got sloppy and wasn't using it, now....I use everything you teach and you have not only made me a better rider but Im much smoother in long sweeping turns and U turns....Thank you for taking the time to put these videos for the Geezer Glide riders...LOL
Buy the videos. They are great! I've watched them repeatedly. Extremely helpful.
Glad you like them!
Going to test ride both bikes while I’m out in Sturgis, one of them will probably be my next bike, also going to test drive a Indian Springfield, and a Super Chief Limited. Thanks for the info!
I liked the road king and was really torn. What finally did was the 114 that the heritage had in 2019 and the ability to take off the windscreen and bags turning it into a deluxe. That saves weight and it’s just less bike.
I also preferred the styling it’s classic old school.
I also liked the sport glide.
A few pounds? It's less bike alright.
Exactly ! Also everytime I see someone on a Road King they look like a giant on the bike and they are only 5-8" or 5-9" 🤣🤣
I'll stick with my Heritage...but I will say the Road King does ride better.
My first big twin was a police Road King. Great bike. One of the best handling Harleys that I have ever owned!
They're the same price, basically. No brainer, Road King.
I am torn between the two. I love the look of the Heritage with the leather bags, but I have to agree, the Road King is the better bike. I currently ride an 883 and looking to upgrade. I recently rented a 2021 Road Glide Special in CA while on vacation and rode it from Orange County to Big Bear. What an awesome bike! It was so smooth and power on demand. It handled beautifully. I rode it for about 7 hours with breaks along the way, and when I was done, I felt like I could ride for another 7 hours. Two hours on my 883 and I am done for the day! Bigger is always better!
Man! what a dilemma to have choose between a Road King and a Heritage! LOL
All I know is that whichever of these a rider chooses,is a benefit to any conasuir of motorcycle eye-candy. It's like rolling art everytime I pass just about any motorcycle on the road.
Thank you Jerry, another well done presentation.~GeneralT
I use the techniques that you teach all the time! Thank you Jerry!!!
I’m so torn now. I have ridden both bikes before, but felt more comfortable on the heritage. The resemblances to my 900 Vulcan (also extremely nimble and maneuverable) is what I was basing my comparisons off of. We also have a boulevard c90. The road king still didn’t feel as clunky as the boulevard. I really push my limits on my Vulcan, turning, manoeuvring, scraping boards because my ride style is a little more on the aggressive side. Perhaps if I chose the heritage (if the day ever comes I can ever afford one) I will simmer down and ride more responsibly. I also like the hard bags. I’m sure there is a kit could buy to put them on the heritage, but would still be 100% content without.
I really appreciate your videos. Riding is my biggest passion, beside trucking. I want to become the best I possibly can at it, within my capabilities. I have even suggested your content to friends looking into or have already started riding. I think it’s about time I pull the trigger on your educational content!
Bring back the Road King Classic!
I agree. I loved the classic. Back around 99 or 2000 I was at Daytona bikeweek when Ross Myers was on Beach st. They had about 25 of the Classics lined up in a row. This was when the Classic was the most popular Harley model and few dealers had even one Classic. They had the bikes marked up from an MSRP of 16,700 to 21K. At the end of bikeweek they were all sold.
Hello Jerry, I'm returning to riding after a nearly 10-yr hiatus. And, I did what many do -- bought a big heavy bike (Vulcan 1600 classic). After riding it a couple of times, I felt intimidated by the weight as I'm older now. This was the last bike owned so I thought it would be easy riding. I made a decision today and ordered one of your video sets. ...decided it's better to invest in me (develop my skills) first. I may or may not sell the bike for a smaller one while I develop the skills. My goal is to become a competent and confident rider, then move-up to my final dream bike--a fully loaded Road King. Be well.
Both bikes are cool 😎 I do like the look of the all blacked out Heritage 🏍️.
Ive just switched from a 2007 Sportster to a 2011 Road King. She handles like a dream, and my son just got my old Sportster, hes tickled pink!
Bought a used 17 FLHP and love it, put over 30k miles inthe last 2 years. Now if I could get the red and blue lenses with the strobe I wouldn't have to worry about traffic slowing me down.
Thanks Jerry, great comparison. Still a street glide fan myself as looking through a windshield is distracting for me. By the way, your training saved my butt. Was coming home on a road I often travel, however due to construction, my left turn was more like a U turn. Head and eyes with a bit of throttle control made the turn a no brainer. If I didn’t practice the techniques, I would have surely done the doofus duck walk:-). Thanks brother!
Great video Jerry, very informative. I bought a brand new Heritage in 2012 and find it to be a comfortable ride though I wish it had a little more lean angle yet I learned to adjust for it. Gong to purchase your updated Ride Like A Pro DVD. I bought my first one from you when I got the Heritage and you taught me much on the proper techniques how to handle my bike. I even found a abandoned packing lot and painted the practice circles on it to practice. Should I not ride for any length of time I go back to the DVD for a refresh course. In many ways it's not only a bike saver but a life saver. Highly recommend to all riders who value the obvious.
I appreciate this comparison. Leaning toward a touring bike as the next addition to the stable.
I myself was torn between a King and a Heritage,ended up with a 03 Heritage Softail Classic,100 year anniversary,I’m so happy with the bike,looks great and runs great,I’m in Ohio and I’m riding her down to Myrtle Beach in three days,stay safe all🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
I've never owned a Road King, but had the Road Glide ultra, switchback, street glide and 2 Heritages. All were nice bikes in their own specific ways. I'm currently riding a Heritage 2019 with the 107, and have to admit it's a great whatever you want to do bike at a very comfortable weight.
As always, great information. Thank you from Ontario, Canada 😎🇨🇦🙏👍
went from a 12 Heritage to a 18 King. King has a Mustang touring seat, like my heritage, Heritage had air ride suspension, have super shox on the King. Both had bars replaced. The one thing that has made a huge difference with the King is the softbrake clutch. Almost feels like a cable clutch now. Love the King over the Heritage. Both are great bikes. The new 114 Heritage is the best all around bike Harley has, IMHO.
I highly recommend the Softbrake levers
Just bought a 2020 Heritage 114 a few months ago and absolutely love it. I know that someday, when I’m ready to upgrade again, I’m going to get a Road King.
Great comparison here. Yeah, the Road King even with the high Police seat handles great. 😎👍🇨🇦
Thanks Motorman. Which one is best is like asking if you like chocolate or strawberry ice cream. Everyone has different opinions and one will suite you.
This is one of the best reviews I have ever seen...and I have watched hundreds. Have a Soft Tail Slim and looking at upgrading to RK. This helped immensely.
Road King Special it was!
LOVE my 2017 FLHR Road King, it is loaded, but ABS was an option
Yes but now it's standard.
@@motorman857 ABS should've always been standard IMO. Love your work Jerry! Thank you!
Great video. I have the Heritage as my first bike and was thinking of the Road King as my third bike (have another brand as well).
Great comparison video Motorman. Always admire your objectivity.
I just sold my 103 2016 road king and bought a Road Glide limited. The Road king looked good with the white walls and spoked wheels, but it rode heavy and isn’t a bike for a beginner. It was a beast on curvy roads and you had to be on top of your game, no day dreaming on that bike in the mountains. Over all a good bike but I wouldn’t put someone on one just starting out.
The RDRS saved my behind on a mountain road when I hit gravel in a curve. Scared the shit out of me but it performed as advertised.
I got my 21 heritage 114 in March for 19,995 and plus 12hunderd dollars in gift cards plus a free HD bike cover that's valued at 140, plus free tires for life. Huntington Beach HD hooked it up. Not bad for my first Harley. I think I got a sweet deal. Extremely happy with it.
Worth noting the standard Road King only comes with the 107. The Special (after 2018 anyway) comes with the 114, as does the Police. As you said the Heritage can be had with either.
Also, the Special is lighter than the standard Road King, but that's just because there's less stuff (windshield) on it.
After your words of confidence I took the pro Rider Atlanta course in Buford Georgia. When I get time off I'm going to come down there and have a class from you sir
I bought the Heritage 114 in 2018. I was all set to buy a RK until I rode the Heritage, and I had to have it. Previously had a '08 Street Glide and some other bikes, but not doing as many long trips as before so the Heritage works well for me now. Of course added some extras on it and I love it.
I have a 2013 and I wouldn’t trade it for anything
Thank you Jerry. I have been wrestling over this question. You hit excellent key points and helped me decide. Thanks.
Glad to help
Been thinking about swapping my Road King for a Heritage, and this made mind up.
Very good review. I own an 18 heritage 107 and a 2017 street glide. Also had a road king.
The heritage mono shock is hands down far superior to any other shock including aftermarket for any Harley touring.
The 100 pound differential makes the road king better for touring but needs $900 aftermarket shocks and a better seat according to this video.
Also Heritage sits lower and with lighter weight might be more comfortable for shorter light weight people. The RK is the best balance H-D imo. You can get an aftermarket fairing for either of these bikes if you want more weather /wind protection particularly on longer rides.
Hi Jerry, love your comparison video here and your passion for motorcycling safety. Just brought a H Classic in New Zealand a few weeks back and love it. I can see the rubber mounted ride advantage of the R King but more weight might mean more fuel used as well. Always a trade off but thanks so much.
2 heritages, 2 RKs. Over 50k miles on both platforms...maybe 75k on the RKs. I ended up liking the RK more since I'm 6'4" and it's just a little bigger. I put 16" apes on both the Heritage and the RK... rode with and without the shields...2 up and solo... there really isn't THAT much difference... but there is a little. My 2007 RK Custom has rolled 60k miles now.... it's pretty much my perfect ride. Something special about the Kings to me.
Thanks for the video Jerry,I rode my 03 Heritage Classic to Myrtle Beach from Ohio,and then back,my Heritage was a dream on the trip,not a hiccup or anything,btw,my next bike is going to be a King
Very good comparison 👍👍😎😎
Thanks! 👍
Nicely done Jerry, as always. . .I wave to all bikes/trikes, not just the ones with the bat-wing fairings
Love my road king special. Well worth the extra $$. 114, full stretched bags amazing ride. Traded in my street glide on it . Before buying i test rode a regular road king, the special, the heritage and the sport glide and of all the rk special by far had the best feel and handling. Only complaint was factory mufflers were too quiet but some 4" megaphone sliponns cured that real fast
2 great looking bikes.
I have both a 2019 Heritage Classic 114 and a 2020 Street Glide Special with the 114 and I can tell you until recently the heritage was hands down my fave bike of the two. But once I took a week long 3100 mile road trip on the Street Glide she won me over! I still love my heritage for zipping around town and I did do 15k miles worth of long trips (Including Key West and Sturgis...from Dallas Texas) on the Heritage last year but the glide is just like a Cadillac on a long trip. it's nice to have options
I like your 100% money back guarantee on all your UA-cam videos!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Timely review, thanks
Jerry….. An excellent comprehensive review. I was debating between these two bikes and you lead me to the right choice for me. Thanks!!!
Glad I could help!
I'm a new subscriber and I been listening to you talking about pushing the way ya want to turn and it's crazy how it works and you're right , it just doesn't feel natural. But effective. Thanks for the knowledge and I'll be watching but most of all I'll be taking notes.
Fell over on my Heritage. Lever and mirror were damaged. Replaced with black items. Once you go black, you never go back!
I like the Road King Classic with the leather bags.
Always liked the Road King Jerry great looking bike
Average dealer fee in WA state is 3k. 5k+ on the cvo's and special models
I'd thought about trading in my 05 Deuse for a new road king.But had to get a newer truck financed.So guess it will be awhile before I can make that change.But my Deuse only has 10400 miles on it so I'm pretty sure that's just starting to breaking in.
Cracking good video mate, well done.
Heritage for me
Police seat on the road king sells it for me!
Nice video. I have a 2018 107 Heritage Softail Classic in Vivid Black. I've done some modifications (stage II for more torque) to mine and added some accessories (tour pack, engine and saddlebag guards, passenger foot boards, LED lights all around, different style handgrips, coil cover, etc.). I love the bike! My wife rides with me the majority of the time, and she enjoys the ride. If you have a passenger, I'd suggest getting a thicker passenger seat. H.D. sells the same studded style seat but more thicker than the stock one. All in all, I think I made the right choice in choosing this bike over the other models. The ride is comfortable and maneuvers very well. I highly recommended it! For an old disabled veteran such as myself, this bike fits me like a glove--lightweight and easy to handle.
Kenny first time I've seen the comment about a passenger on the Heritage . I have been leaning towards it to replace my 06 Electra but wondered about two up. Anymore info would appreciated .
@@edshultz3447 Hi Ed. My wife rides with me the majority of the time, no complaints from her about being uncomfortable. I did get a thicker passenger seat though. I purchased the same studded style seat from H.D. that has more padding. I also purchased for her some half-moon foot boards replacing the foot pegs, and she really likes them. Additionally, I purchased a tour pack that comes with a high backrest so she can rest against it comfortably and have the ability to store her helmet in it when we stop somewhere. I really love the bike. It rides like a Road King with my wife adding to the weight of the bike. If you take the detachable windshield off and saddle bags, the bike looks like a Softail Deluxe. You can usually purchase H.D. accessories through Surdyke H.D. online cheaper than purchasing them directly from the H.D. dealership or website. There is a minimum purchase amount though to get free shipping. I highly recommend the Softail.
@@kennyh3443 Thanks for the info, going to look at acouple tomorrow .I have a older tour pack on my Electra which my wife loves. Did you buy a Harley or aftermarket ?
@@edshultz3447 I bought a Harley tour pack because of the pre-drilled holes that line up with the mount. Viking tour packs are a lot less expensive and are of good quality, but do not have pre-drilled holes. Good luck with your bike shopping. If I had to do it all over again, I would get the 114 cubic inch motor instead of 107 cubic inch-adds more torque and power. I had a stage 2 upgrade on my 107 giving more torque, which cost as much as the 114; the 114 gives you not just more torque but more power too.
@@kennyh3443 Thanks harley dealer showed bikes on web but didn't have them in stock so will continue my search
I'm getting ready to buy my first bike at 40 and I've looked at the Heritage, and I almost pulled the trigger on a sexy RK. I found a guy on FB with a 2015 Street Glide with only 7,000+ miles for $2500 less than the RK. The Street Glide might be too much bike for a beginner but I'm definitely going to look at it this weekend.
I recently purchased my first HD. After looking at all options I opted for the Road King Special. What an incredible machine. I think the ride quality of the touring frame is quite a bit better. I decided to upgrade the rear shocks and went with Ohlins, which are about a 1/2" taller than stock. Even better. For the last several years I have been on a large ADV bike. I was concerned about the weight of the RKS. Completely a non-factor. Thanks to Jerry's techniques, which I often practiced on my much taller ADV bike, the low speed maneuverability of the RKS is so incredibly easy. I never knew what I was missing. The Road King is all-day comfy and a real pleasure to ride. Thanks Jerry for your DVD's and UA-cam channel. Your techniques eliminate all fear......It really is as easy as a child's toy.
Just a follow up on my comment below, I just ordered the new Ride Like A Pro Experience to add to my collection of your dvds. We can't over educate ourselves in learning and keeping safe riding techniques. Thank you Jerry; I assure you I appreciate your life's dedication providing the teaching skills you do to truly ride like a pro! Get the dvd folks, you'll be glad you did.
Im prob. Going to get those ride like a pro.with the drone coverage soon.i have held off and now I think its time.
last year i was torn between a heritage and a fatboy. they looked quite a bit alike. a little more badge work on the heritage than the fatboy.
i came home with the fatboy. it's my 3rd harley, always rode honda, until 2008 when i bought a 1200 sporty. then traded it for a softail custom.
i really like this 2012 fatboy. the 103 gives it plenty of power, the tequila sunrise hd orange is still growing on me. at 6'5 i'm more comfortable
on a bigger bike. all my hondas had the chrome rear shocks, like the road king, and dyna models. i prefer the look of a softail with the shocks hidden.
i love the 2013 CVO breakout in the granite and gold, but i hear the 240 rear tire makes it corner weird. while i like the ultra, and the heritage,
but being 59, i'm not ready for that grandpa bike yet. lol now i'm going to show my age a little, the newer models no longer look like traditional harleys.
with chopped up rear fenders, thin uncomfortable seats, in some cases wacky handlebars, and too much frame. the pan am, the vrod, are not for me.
anyway, thanks for your time, and ride safe.
I own a 2008 Road King, and I love this bike.
Thanks Motorman! 👍 🇨🇦
Always informative! Thank you!
2023 uk prices --- heritage starts at 23095 , roadking special starts at 24595 == thats 28514 and 30365 us dollars , uk dealers do not go above msrp but can sometimes charge delivery - about 300us ,
Great program your the best my riding has improved so much thank you so much 😎👍
I Absolutely Love my Road king!❤️💯❤️💯❤️💯❤️
Will dealers really sell the Road King Police version to non-LEOs?
They can. Rumor has it though that 2021 police bikes are sold out and 2022 bikes won't be out until February 2022.
My pick is the Heritage
Nice video again, thanks for reviewing those two amazing motorcycles :D
i used to own a heritage, now i have a road king classic and the road king for me is WAY better than the heritage, more long term comfort and for a heavy bike OMG the Road king is so easy to maneuver and slow drag (i'm lazy don't like to put my feet down so i slow drag at lights alot lol)
On Heritage, set the rear suspension to 5 (max preload) for low speed maneuvers and you’ll be equal to RK.
Not really.
I personally just chose the Heritage over the Road King because I felt the Heritage handled better and gets through traffic on the highway easier. The POLICE model Road King has the same skinny rear tire setup as the Heritage, but the regular Road Kings' rear tire is wide which hurts the handling slightly. Police models all have the rear tire that match the front tire for handling purposes.
My choice is the Road King. I don't know if I'll ever buy a brand new bike. You're already paying 18-20K for the bike and then the dealer wants to add on fees? How much of the initial bike cost do they get anyway? Plus the immediate depreciation. That's why I don't buy new cars. But, I do love the Road King so it might be worth it.
Can you do a video comparing Road King to Indian Springfield?
Heritage all day.
5:42 - this is exactly what drives me crazy and why I stopped riding motorcycles. People pulling out (or almost in this case) right in front of you in an intersection. UGH
Unfortunately they only sell the Road King Special in Australia now.
Buy a Panhead. They are all down there now, anyway.
@@toddgittins5692 Love new stuff mate, but thanks , lots of old bikes here
though !!
Thinking about getting a Rekluse auto clutch, do not see any disadvantages in that?
Is it just me or does the new model heritage feel like it doesn’t sit you down as deep into the bike as the older model heritage did ?
Does having a 23inch front tire make it more difficult to steer the bike on a MC Course that you teach?
Thank you..
Not for me.😁
@@motorman857 OK, good for me.. Thanks brother..
I was thinking about a used Kawasaki vaquero because used Harleys are so expensive. What do you think about that motorcycle?
They are great bikes for the money but they do have some driveability problems that are taken care of by the aftermarket.Check out the Kawai forums for more info on that.
Thx
I had a roadking and hated it but heritage is more for me
My local HD dealer is asking $4k over MSRP for a Heritage as of 11/'22.
... I rode bouth, the Road King is the cruiser, the Heritage is with good performance and ok handling more the Hot Rod to me 😁.
I would prever now a full specs police Electra Glide or Road King 🤔
The road kind is touring bike. The heritage is the cruiser
I don’t understand why everyone is putting apes on their bikes. In my opinion they take leverage away. All you see nowadays are street glides with apes sticking up above the fairing so bugs can splatter off your knuckles and hit you in the face. You mentioned pulling the apes back or moving them forward but you didn’t mention that moving them forward quickens the steering and moving back slows the steering. When I try to explain that to people most get slack jawed and don’t understand. Good motocross handlebars have numbers like a tape measure so you can set them for quick or slow. Tipping apes forward makes the bike steer quick and jerky.
Fantastic review, thanks
Buzzing in background is terrible
@@motorman857
I do appreciate your humor.
Get it fixed. ☺
i'm looking to buy a road king and like the idea of the police version. is the 114 better than the 107 and worth the police upgrade to then buy extra parts to set it up for a passenger? does the police version ride better than the standard?
Looks like your riding Sunny Side along Lake Harris in Leesburg
Jerry. please help me out. I am torn between a Heritage and an Indian super chief Ltd. which one would you choose?
Also the engine is counterbalanced in the heritage you won’t be shaking at stoplights
just bought the police road king 2022