2023 Harley-Davidson® Fat Boy® 114 vs. Heritage Classic | Branford, CT
If you’re looking for a new cruiser with serious power and eye-catching looks, consider the 2023 Harley-Davidson® Fat Boy® 114 and 2023 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic. The Fat Boy 114 is a brawny choice, with fat tires that give it a steamroller stance and bright chrome all over for some serious style. The Heritage Classic trades out the burly stance for a more classic look, plus a detachable windscreen and saddlebags that allow you to take longer rides. Learn more about the differences and similarities between these two using this comparison put together by the pros at Freedom Road Harley-Davidson. For more information, see our Heritage Classic review.
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2023 Fat Boy 114 vs. Heritage Classic Engine Specs & Powertrain
The 2023 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114 and Heritage Classic roll with the same engine — a Milwaukee-Eight® 114 with identical performance specs. The pipes have a different look; the Heritage Classic gets a 2-into-2 shorty dual exhaust while the Fat Boy 114 gets a 2-into-2 staggered exhaust. Regardless of your choice, you get to enjoy the throaty rumble from the big-twin engine. Both bikes get a six-speed Cruise Drive® transmission. The wheels and tires are also different, with machined Lakester cast aluminum wheels and 11-inch Michelin® Scorcher® tires on the Fat Boy 114 and gloss black nine-spoke cast aluminum wheels with Dunlop® Harley-Davidson series tires on the Heritage Classic.
See the shared performance specs in the accompanying chart.
| Engine | Milwaukee-Eight 114 |
|---|---|
| Engine Bore | 4.016 in. |
| Displacement | 114 cu.-in. |
| Horsepower | 94 HP |
| Torque | 119 lb.-ft. |
| Torque RPM | 3,000 RPM |
| Combined Fuel Economy | 47 MPG |
2023 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy
2023 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic
2023 Fat Boy 114 vs. Heritage Classic Safety & Technology
Focus on the road ahead with the essential safety and tech features on the 2023 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114 and Heritage Classic. See the road home with all-LED forward lighting on either bike and be seen with an LED taillamp and LED blinkers on the Fat Boy 114 or an incandescent Zeppelin taillamp and blinkers on the Heritage Classic. You also get auxiliary LED fog lamps on the Heritage Classic. An antilock braking system (ABS) is available on the Fat Boy 114 and standard on the Heritage Classic.
When it comes to viewing your gauges, both motorcycles include a 5-inch analog speedometer and digital readouts for your gear, odometer, fuel level, clock, trip, range, and tachometer indicators. Cruise control is standard on both bikes for easy riding.
2023 Fat Boy 114 vs. Heritage Classic Dimensions
Overall, the 2023 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic is a larger and slightly heavier bike than the 2023 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114. Another key difference is that the Heritage Classic is a bagger with two lockable and sealed saddlebags. Ride with a more upright posture on the Heritage Classic or with a slightly leaned-back stance on the Fat Boy 114. Both bikes feature floorboards for you and a passenger pillion for your back warmer.
See the key dimensions for your bike in the accompanying chart.
| Model | Fat Boy 114 | Heritage Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 93.3 in. | 95.1 in. |
| Wheelbase | 65.6 in. | 64.2 in. |
| Rake | 30 deg. | 30 deg. |
| Trail | 4.1 in. | 5.5 in. |
| Laden Seat Height | 25.9 in. | 26.3 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 4.5 in. | 4.7 in. |
| Weight (as shipped / running order) | 671 / 699 lbs. | 697 / 728 lbs. |
| Luggage Capacity | N/A | 1.5 cu.-ft. |
2023 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy
2023 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic
2023 Fat Boy 114 vs. Heritage Classic Pricing
The starting price points for the Fat Boy 114 and Heritage Classic differ by $1,000. You can find the 2023 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic starting at $21,199 MSRP* in Vivid Black, while the 2023 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114 starts at $20,199 MSRP* in Vivid Black.
*Prices listed are the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices for base models. Options such as color are available at additional cost. Prices exclude tax, title, licensing, registration fees, destination charges, surcharges (attributable to raw materials costs in the product supply chain), added accessories, and additional dealer charges, if any, and are subject to change. Harley-Davidson reimburses dealers for performing manufacturer-specified pre-delivery inspection and setup tasks. Dealer prices may vary.
Visit Freedom Road Harley-Davidson for a Test Ride
Freedom Road Harley-Davidson is ready to help you find your next bike. Browse our current selection of new motorcycles, including the Fat Boy 114 and Heritage Classic and set up a time for a test ride with your favorite model. For more information about a particular bike, contact our team online or by calling or texting us at (203) 315-4759.
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