Motorcycle specifications Harley-Davidson1870 Softail Heritage Classic FLHC 2021 On the road to emotions

The Heritage Classic tells a story of its own. Custom for some, cruiser for others, almost tourer at the end of the day, it's undoubtedly the most well-traveled of all Softails. And not only. On its handlebars or in the village square, it assumes and assures an attractive power imbued with the fragrances of yesteryear. For the wild, there's the Fat Bob; for her, it's the horizon. And the Hydra Glide of the middle of the last century can be glimpsed in its mirrors. Fortunately, its technical underpinnings are much more up to date. The Heritage Classic completely overhauled its chassis and mechanics a handful of years ago.

The Milwaukee-Eight now powers the crew with dignity. Bigger, braver, more powerful, more torquey, it gives the Wisconsin eagle bigger wings. An 8-valve twin - quite an upset for Harley's finned engines - it boasts an unprecedented joy in the revs, without sacrificing its hammering down low. The result is even greater pleasure as the miles go by on the Heritage. With this 114-cubic-inch version, the temptation is great to cover so many kilometers and enjoy a big breath of fresh air with every acceleration. Upgraded to 1868 cm3, the Big Block M8 develops 15.8 mkg. A generous amount of torque, initially reserved for the posh models in the Touring range.

Engine strength and driving bravery. It was time to take road performance to the next level. The frame benefits from a major overhaul to demonstrate its superior efficiency. With a design requiring fewer welds and fewer parts, the carbon-steel frame gains in weight and rigidity (+65%). A larger, stiffer fork works in tandem with a shock absorber positioned between the seat and the top of the swingarm. No more dual shock absorbers under the engine. Like all Softail models, it boasts improved ground clearance and handling. In essence, the new-generation Heritage Classic has lost 17 kilos.

This chapter of the Heritage also includes a revised amenity section, with lockable waterproof hard cases and a reworked windscreen, half tinted black. Nice for style, but what about visibility? And let's not forget the LED headlights and cruise control.

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