Key Features of the 2025 Harley-Davidson® Heritage Classic

Milwaukee-Eight® 117 Classic Engine

At the heart of the Heritage Classic is the Milwaukee-Eight® 117 Classic engine, tuned to deliver torque in the lower rev range where you use it most. That means decisive roll-on power for passing and a relaxed rhythm at highway speeds. The round air cleaner preserves a throwback look while feeding a thoroughly modern intake and updated filter designed to maximize airflow and performance. The result is a smooth, responsive character with that signature pulse riders crave—power that is always ready, never frantic, and perfectly matched to the Heritage Classic’s long-legged cruiser persona. Whether you are cruising main street or merging onto fast-moving interstates, the 117 Classic gives you the confident surge you expect from Harley-Davidson®.

Two-Into-Two Exhaust

The compact, lightweight Two-Into-Two exhaust is tuned for both performance and sound, underscoring the Heritage Classic’s broad-shouldered stance with a low, sweeping visual line. Beyond the aesthetics, the exhaust’s calibration complements the engine’s low-end torque delivery, helping the bike feel eager yet composed at small throttle openings and strong when you ask for more. It is a careful balance of tone and tuning—refined enough for long days in the saddle, evocative enough to remind you why the Heritage Classic is a rider’s motorcycle. Pair the exhaust’s visual flow with the optional laced wheels and you get a cohesive, nostalgic silhouette grounded in modern engineering.

Five-Inch Analog Display

Blending heritage style with contemporary function, the Five-Inch Analog Display places key information in a classic gauge backed by a digital display. This layout keeps your eyes on the essentials while quietly adding modern capability, including access to Ride Modes via the supporting digital interface. The analog-digital pairing feels natural from the first ride—simple when you want it, informative when you need it. It is a subtle integration that preserves the clean cockpit aesthetic while empowering you to tailor the bike’s responses to your environment and preferences.

Hand Controls

Updated hand controls accommodate the addition of Ride Modes, Traction Control, and Cruise Control, keeping functionality right at your fingertips. The design prioritizes intuitive use, so you can adjust settings without breaking your flow on the road. The quick-adjust brake lever helps you fine-tune reach for different gloves or changing conditions, while ergonomically arranged switches reduce fatigue during longer days. Together, these updates deliver a cohesive control experience—one that respects the Heritage Classic’s timeless look while providing modern-day flexibility for riders who expect more from their motorcycle’s interface.

Saddlebags

Signature leather-wrapped saddlebags with blackened-nickel studs define the Heritage Classic’s silhouette, but there is real substance behind the style. The bags are hard-framed and weather-proof, with keyed locks for security and top-loading convenience that simplifies packing. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a long weekend, the capacity and durability make day-to-day life easier. Details matter, too: the saddlebag shape preserves the bike’s classic lines while offering a functional opening and practical storage layout. It is what the Heritage Classic does best—build functional utility into the DNA of a bike that still turns heads wherever it goes.