BMW R 18 2023 vs. Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2023

BMW R 18 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2023

Overview - BMW R 18 2023 vs Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2023

BMW R 18 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2023

Technical Specifications BMW R 18 2023 compared to Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2023

BMW R 18 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2023

BMW R 18 2023

Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	107.1 mm	Bore	102 mm
Stroke	Stroke	100 mm	Stroke	114.3 mm
Engine power	Engine power	91 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	4,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,020 rpm
Torque	Torque	158 Nm	Torque	155 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9.6	Compression Ratio	10.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Belt
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,802 ccm	Displacement	1,868 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	57.3 degree	Rake	60 degree
Trail	Trail	150 mm	Trail	140 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	16 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	65 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,440 mm	Length	2,415 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,731 mm	Wheelbase	1,630 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	690 mm	Seat Height	680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	285 km	Range	343 km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.6 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	5.5 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 18 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2023

If you can only try one Harley-Davidson, the Heritage is definitely a good choice. With its classic appearance and the roaring Milwaukee Eight V2, it embodies the brand's core values like no other model. It is also well suited as a touring bike thanks to cruise control, a comfortable saddle, side panniers and windshield. However, it is definitely the wrong bike for chasing the best times on the home track; the brakes and chassis are not designed for this. Anyone who demands that of it has not (yet) understood the subject of Harley-Davidson cruisers.

Classic look

powerful engine

great sound

good touring bike with practical qualities

high value retention

Pillion seat undersized

chassis and brakes below class average

steep entry price

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 18 vs Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS

Price BMW R 18

Model year

Average market price

Current average market prices

Price Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS

Model year

Average market price

Current average market prices

Alternative Comparisons

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 114 FXBRS 2020

VS.

Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout 114 FXBRS 2020 vs
BMW R 18 2020

VS.

BMW R 18 Classic 2021 vs
Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2020

Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe FLSTN 2015

VS.

Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe FLSTN 2015 vs
Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2020

Harley-Davidson Touring Road King Special FLHRXS 2021

VS.

Harley-Davidson Touring Road King Special FLHRXS 2021 vs
Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2021

VS.

Indian Super Chief Limited 2021 vs
Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2021

VS.

BMW R 18 2021 vs
BMW R 18 B 2022

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy 114 FLFBS 2020

VS.

Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy 114 FLFBS 2020 vs
Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2021

VS.

BMW R 18 2023 vs. Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2023

Overview - BMW R 18 2023 vs Harley-Davidson Softail Heritage Classic 114 FLHCS 2023