Heritage vs. Road King
Road Captain
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 567
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From: Southeastern KY.
just went through the same decision as you,and its not an easy one. We rented and afterwards made up our mind. Both great bikes and really have nothing about either one i didnt like but the heritage just fit me better and ive had it for a month noe 1250 miles latter glad i got it good luck and either one u will love
Cruiser
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 102
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From: Virginia
At least sit on both. I'm sure you'll like the 'in' feel of the Heritage compared to the 'on' feel of the RK. Both bikes run just fine. I've ridden both. The balanced engine of the Heritage is really nice up to 60 or 70. At that point the RK feels like it ready to take off. Riding two up? Another issue. The RK is probably better if it's long haul. If you're going to be burning up interstate highways, go RK. Most other riding, you'll probably like the Heritage. Also matters how tall you are. Lot of stuff to consider. Good luck.
Tourer
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 460
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From: swamp-east missouri
i had a sportster that i loved to ride. i liked that it was light and fast. the wife really wanted to ride and we started looking. i loved the wide glide i tested, and enjoyed the fat boy, but the wife kept leaning to the looks and comfort of the heritage. to be honest i was never interested in the rk. I love the way they look head on, but i never even sat on one. ended up finding a hell-of-a deal on a heritage and love it. rides so much better imho than the fat boy, and could not imagine going back to sitting on a bike and not in it. i have a mustache crash bar that allows me to toss my legs out and enjoy the road. 250-300 miles are max i do in a day, but i would not be afraid to try an iron *** on it. good luck and ride safe on which ever bike you get.
Cruiser
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 106
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From: Boston, MA
As others have said, you should at least go to a dealership and sit on both models. The touring bikes just did not fit me as I'm a short guy. The Heritage was just perfect for me. Found mine used for a good price with several after market mods already installed.
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 1,294
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From:
For mamy people it is a big expense and therefore a big decision.
You're getting good advice here. ie; test ride or at least sit on to get a feel for the bikes.
I set out to get a RK because I love the looks of that bike. ...but a quick ride on the Heritage Classic and I knew it was the bike for me.
both are great bikes....choose the one that's right for you and you'll be a happy rider.
all the best with your decision.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 4,624
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From: Newcastle, Ca.
If primarily freeway/hiway miles - probably touring. Living in Nor Cal its all about the back roads through the Sierras, Tahoe, Yosemite, the coast...
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