Motorcycle specifications Harley-Davidson1690 SOFTAIL HERITAGE CLASSIC FLSTC 2017 Roadside vintage

The Heritage Classic carries with it more than just panniers and a windscreen. In the motorcycling landscape, it's a mix of deliciously retro old Cadillac, Palm Beach cruising and carefree weekend riding. Before turning our attention to the Touring range, it's worth taking a look at the most roadworthy of the Softail models. Especially as it has benefited from a number of improvements since 2016.

softails are hungry for power. And obviously, the 103 ci isn't enough for them anymore. So they're all adopting the High Output version. With a specific camshaft and improved breathing, the Twin Cam is advertised for a few 5% more potato. Not yet enough to give the Heritage wings, but one more stride when it comes to relaunching its 347 kilos (fully loaded).

this 103+ version has been given a subtle, but obvious, makeover. Fewer studs on the passenger seat and leather saddlebags, a raised passenger folding seat at the end of the seat, a new fuel tank badge, etc...
The styling remains old school, in direct relation to the Hydra-Glide of the 50s. Take advantage of the calm or the Aeolus with the removable windscreen, offer whitewall tires on spoked rims to complete the look, and stash some weekend fun in the luggage compartment. Incidentally, the suitcases benefit from a new internal structure to better retain their shape.

2015 was all about braking. The front disc was enlarged from 292 to 300 mm. The caliper and master cylinder were redesigned, with the latter also benefiting from a performance-enhancing design. The high-friction pad material reduces lever effort by almost half. Harley claims 40% less for optimal braking. Cruise control is now standard equipment, in addition to H-D Smart, ABS and all the charm of a classic idea.

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