Heritage Classic VS Road King Classic
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Heritage Classic VS Road King Classic
I am trying to decide between a Heritage Classic and a Road King Classic and I am at a point of indecision. The kind of riding I'd like to do is some around town but also some 2-3 day road trips with my wife. If anyone out there as experience with both that could compare the bikes objectively, I would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks in advance!!
Thanks in advance!!
#2
If these are both new bikes, take the Road King Classic. I mentioned the better bags in your other thread but forgot to mention the standard cruise control. Very easy to use and very addictive. I like my RKC much better than my Heritage especially because of the cruise. So call me shallow, see if I care.
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Heritage vs RKC
If you post in the touring section all your gonna get for the most part is buy a RKC.....Which is a nice bike! If most of your riding is in town though, the Heritage may be a better choice....IMO. No bias here though.....lol!
Good luck on your choice! BTW, I do some cruisin myself 2-up & have no problems what so ever, but the cruise would be nice!
Clay
Good luck on your choice! BTW, I do some cruisin myself 2-up & have no problems what so ever, but the cruise would be nice!
Clay
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Rides like an old Cadillac
Hi,
I also was torn, Road King or Heritage Softail. I finally made my decision based upon how I felt when in seated on each. Also, I realize that the FLSTC bags can and will sag. However, they make inserts for the entire bags to help them stay in shape. So, this became a non-issue. I,ve decided since I fit better on the FLSTC to go with this one. By 11/21/09 I will be taking ownership of a new 2010 FLSTC, Flame Blue Pearl. However, I will be trading my 06 Dyna Streetbob in which I've owned since new. Hope I don,t miss her.
Any way no matter what You decide, You have to be Happy. Oh so does your wife
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/membe...streetbob.html
11-17-09 Traded dyna for 10 FLSTC.
A world of difference in riding position, comfort, and on the freeway. So glad I decided to buy. On an added note, since I was also torn for well over a year. Which bike to purchase RKC or FLSTC. I will keep this one and then buy a RKC.
I also was torn, Road King or Heritage Softail. I finally made my decision based upon how I felt when in seated on each. Also, I realize that the FLSTC bags can and will sag. However, they make inserts for the entire bags to help them stay in shape. So, this became a non-issue. I,ve decided since I fit better on the FLSTC to go with this one. By 11/21/09 I will be taking ownership of a new 2010 FLSTC, Flame Blue Pearl. However, I will be trading my 06 Dyna Streetbob in which I've owned since new. Hope I don,t miss her.
Any way no matter what You decide, You have to be Happy. Oh so does your wife
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/membe...streetbob.html
11-17-09 Traded dyna for 10 FLSTC.
A world of difference in riding position, comfort, and on the freeway. So glad I decided to buy. On an added note, since I was also torn for well over a year. Which bike to purchase RKC or FLSTC. I will keep this one and then buy a RKC.
Last edited by StreetBobJason; 11-18-2009 at 07:06 PM. Reason: Just took delivery of 10 FLSTC
#9
RK for sure
The biggest difference in my opinion is the lean angle. Look at the specs that Harley has on their website. The Heritage has a 26/29 degree and the RK has a 31/33 degree lean angle. That's a huge difference. Then there's the Brembo brakes, cruise control, air shocks and bags that won't look like crap in a couple of years. There's really not much of a choice between the two.
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I agree with the above poster, Randy, as the handling is as good, if not better, as any bike produced, so thoughts of any difficulties around town/city shouldn't be of concern. ( I think that most Motorman Officers would agree ) I think my 800lb RK handled better than a lighter Heritage I had as a loaner not too long ago. I can do things with my RK that amaze me all the time. Plus I like the added weight on the highway,especially on windy days. I think that most Motorman Officers would agree.
Both nice bikes, though! Style choice is up to the buyer.
Both nice bikes, though! Style choice is up to the buyer.