2018 uhh...
Road Master
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 1,216
Likes: 242
From: Northern O H I O
My mistake, apologies. I thought it was standard on the 16/17's. If they took it away, that's just silly. It's about a $250 upgrade and I wish they would make them for older models. I have an 03 FatBoy and an 08 DLX that will never have cruise. That sux...
Road Master
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 1,216
Likes: 242
From: Northern O H I O
I have had 2 newer (2012 and 2016) Heritage Classic and they both rode like crap IMO. I think the new bikes look very good and the improvements on the frame and the motor will maker them big sellers. I find it funny all the people complaining about the 18's and all we have seen are pics.. I bet they look much better in person..I have a 2017 Road King Special and there is a night and day difference from the M8 vs the 103.
I also agree, the people that think the pre 18 Heritage is going up in value are nuts. There are a million of them out there for sale on the used market. That drives the new prices down..
I applaud the MOCO for trying to modernize the Harley line. If people don't like the new bikes, don't buy one.. Its pretty simple..
I also agree, the people that think the pre 18 Heritage is going up in value are nuts. There are a million of them out there for sale on the used market. That drives the new prices down..
I applaud the MOCO for trying to modernize the Harley line. If people don't like the new bikes, don't buy one.. Its pretty simple..
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 5,649
Likes: 430
From: MASS_hole
Road Master
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,216
Likes: 79
Agreed! Springer or nothin.
Road Captain
Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 714
Likes: 126
From: Westchester cty. NY
Somehow I can't help but suspect that it was a calculated move by the MoCo. This launch does not depreciate the 2017 and earlier years. The 2018s still have enough variations that someone looking to buy could still find a suitable model. Then in 2019 I bet that the MoCo will do a Big Bang of a launch.
Novice
Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 19
Likes: 1
From: Fresno CA
The swing arm is VASTLY different. The top tube follows the backbone angle, but the bottom one is parallel to the ground, much like a bicycle frame.
This completely detracts from the look of a rigid frame, which was the whole reason why Bill Davis designed it in the first place.
While the oil bag under the seat was cool, I can do without that. But bring the original swing arm shape back.
This completely detracts from the look of a rigid frame, which was the whole reason why Bill Davis designed it in the first place.
While the oil bag under the seat was cool, I can do without that. But bring the original swing arm shape back.
Club Member
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 22,857
Likes: 17,908
From: Lafayette, Louisiana
Originally Posted by Jon Wilder
The swing arm is VASTLY different. The top tube follows the backbone angle, but the bottom one is parallel to the ground, much like a bicycle frame.
This completely detracts from the look of a rigid frame, which was the whole reason why Bill Davis designed it in the first place.
While the oil bag under the seat was cool, I can do without that. But bring the original swing arm shape back.
This completely detracts from the look of a rigid frame, which was the whole reason why Bill Davis designed it in the first place.
While the oil bag under the seat was cool, I can do without that. But bring the original swing arm shape back.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 1,681
Likes: 233
From:
The 2018 lineup to me is an embarrassment. This is my opinion and Im old, I was raised in the 60s and 70s when the only one that had a Harley was usually in the hells angels and you better steer clear. These bikes to me look so stupid and so far off from what I got into Harleys for in the first place its ridiculous. Even HDs website shows kids riding around and tackling each other. This will be the last Harley I ever own, I got a 2008 fxstc because theyve at least got an old school look, these and the springers. How sad they sold out like this. They basically sold out their current clientele, disregarding what anyone thinks to try to capture the new crowd. What a bunch of douchebags.
Last edited by saltlick; Apr 21, 2018 at 11:51 PM.
Novice
Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 19
Likes: 1
From: Fresno CA
