2023 Harley-Davidson Street Bob 114
Most motorcycles have a distinct appeal that draws a certain type of rider or one looking for a specific experience in the saddle. We see this in larger touring bikes ideal for long-distance trips with spacious saddlebags and other comfort-related features. However, a few bikes refuse to choose sides, and with the rebelliousness ingrained in Harley-Davidson history, it’s no surprise that the 2023 Harley-Davidson Street Bob 114 is among those.
This stripped-down bobber offers incredible power and plenty of customization. Moreover, it’s the perfect size, making it ideal for new and experienced riders alike. This balance is part of its history, with the bike tracing its lineage to the World War II motorcycles Harley-Davidson built for the Army. The challenge for Harley-Davidson was to design a bike substantial enough to carry military gear without being too big or cumbersome. It also needed to be able to travel longer distances.
Harley-Davidson successfully found that balance, delivering some of the most agile bikes to the American military in World War II. Today, the 2023 Street Bob 114 honors its predecessors by continuing that legacy. As a result, it’s one of the best-selling motorcycles in the Harley-Davidson fleet and is praised for its incredible value, responsiveness, and personalization. It’s a trifecta Harley-Davidson has mastered.
What can you expect from the Street Bob 114 in 2023? Starting at $16,599, the Softail model is a powerhouse on two wheels, offering the iconic rumble of a V-Twin engine and the signature styling expected of a Harley-Davidson road warrior.[a] Here’s a closer look at everything the Street Bob 114 offers riders in 2023.
MSRP: $16,599[a]
Engine: Milwaukee-Eight 114
Torque (lb-ft): 119
Seat Height (in): 25.8
Performance and Handling
Go Big or Go Home
Harley-Davidson abides by the “go big or go home” mantra, making the 2023 Street Bob 114 a powerful and capable bike. The iconic bobber rolls off the factory floor with a Milwaukee-Eight 114 V-Twin engine as its heartbeat. This V-Twin gives the Street Bob 114 the signature Harley-Davidson rumble, producing an incredible 119 lb-ft of torque. The on-demand power heightens the bike’s responsiveness, with Harley-Davidson adding to its handling and agility in several other ways.
Stretching 91.3 inches long and weighing 655 lbs, the Street Bob 114 seems heavy on paper, but the Softail frame and stripped-down design make it lighter and more agile than its siblings. Moreover, Harley-Davidson makes the Street Bob 114 accessible to more riders by lowering the seat height to 25.8 inches. The lower seat makes it more accommodating for riders with shorter inseams, offering more control over the bike by making it easier to plant your feet on the ground.
Enhanced Responsiveness and Agility
With the lower seat giving you great control over the Street Bob 114, the bike’s Softail frame heightens its responsiveness and agility. Harley-Davidson adds to this by outfitting the bike with a skinnier tire at the front. As a result, the Street Bob 114 can nimbly maneuver through any condition without compromising your control. The combination is incredible, making the Street Bob 114 one of the most well-rounded performers in the lineup and an excellent option for riders of all skill levels.
It's impressive how the Street Bob 114 handles, but Harley-Davidson expands the bike’s versatility and appeal by also making it capable of navigating longer journeys. Taking a cue from the bikes used in World War II, the Street Bob 114 is agile but can also go the distance. Harley-Davidson equips the bike with a 3.5-gallon fuel tank. With this fuel capacity and the bike's bobber design, you can expect an estimated 47 MPG combined on the Street Bob 114, meaning more miles and fewer stops to refuel along the way.
Design and Details
Iconic Harley-Davidson Style
The 2023 Street Bob 114 might be one of the smaller and more affordable bikes in the lineup, but that doesn’t mean it lacks the iconic style expected of a Harley-Davidson powerhouse. Instead, this stripped-down bobber is a blank canvas for customization that rolls off the production line with a few signature details that set it apart from other bikes in the segment. It is a Harley-Davidson, after all.
Those details start with the bike’s Annihilator cast wheels. The unique wheel design complements the bike’s three available colors—Industrial Yellow, Redline Red, and Vivid Black—and adds to the bike’s gritty appearance. Moreover, each color in the palette includes the same keen attention to detail, like the “Number One” stars and stripes graphic on the fuel tank that acknowledges the bike’s legacy.
Functional Design
Beyond its aesthetics, the design of the Street Bob 114 also integrates functional elements like LED lighting and seating for two. The adjustable LED headlamp gives the Street Bob 114 a distinct appearance at the front but also heightens your visibility in every condition. Harley-Davidson complements the round LED headlight with traditional bullet-style tail lights and turn signals. As for the passenger seat, the Street Bob 114 features passenger pegs and an attachable pillion that makes it easy to ride two-up without compromising comfort or dramatically altering the bobber’s distinct styling.
Whether riding solo or two-up, Harley-Davidson ensures you have everything you need in the saddle. Although the Street Bob 114 is a stripped-down bobber, that doesn’t mean you have to go without the necessities as you navigate your commute or next adventure. Instead, the 2023 Street Bob 114 is well-equipped with an LCD display that gives you a quick view of the speedometer, fuel level, gear, and odometer. The display also has a tachometer indicator, trip logs, and driving range data to help you confidently navigate the road ahead without stealing your focus.
Customization and Accessories
Endless Possibilities
Harley-Davidson is renowned for giving riders endless opportunities to customize their bikes, and the 2023 Street Bob 114 is no exception. As a stripped-down bobber, the Street Bob 114 is a blank canvas waiting for its muse. The options for customization are expansive and begin on the showroom floor with factory-installed kits like the Street Bob Touring Package and the Street Bob Coastal Package.
The Street Bob Touring Package transforms the bobber into a touring-friendly road warrior with Harley-Davidson Detachables Saddlebags that are easy to add and remove thanks to the HoldFast Docking Hardware Kit. The same is true for the HoldFast Sissy Bar and Passenger Backrest Pad, which can be quickly added or removed when riding two-up or venturing solo. In addition, the package also adds a Sundowner Seat and a Wind Splitter Quick-Release 14-inch compact windshield for long-distance comfort.
Where the Street Bob Touring Package transforms the bike into a long-distance cruiser, the Street Bob Coastal Package focuses on the performance aesthetics of a solo ride. The Coastal Package outfits the Street Bob 114 with a Vivid Black Softail Quarter Fairing that immediately distinguishes it from the base model. The package also adds Endgame Rider Footpegs, a Tall Handlebar Riser, Get-a-Grip Hand Grips, and a Moto Bar. The combination is incredible, transforming the Street Bob 114 into an even sleeker road warrior.
Chose the Upgrades You Need
Besides these packages, Harley-Davidson gives riders plenty of choices to customize the 2023 Street Bob 114 to their unique needs. With hundreds of available accessories, you can modify nearly every aspect of this powerhouse. For example, you can showcase the bobber’s penchant for power by adding modifications like the Screamin’ Eagle Heavy Breather Elite Air Cleaner Kit that improves airflow by up to 15% and adds more horsepower to the Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine. You can also add upgrades like the Screamin’ Eagle Premium Tapered Quick-Install Adjustable Pushrods or Endgame hand grips and footpegs.
Some of the most popular upgrades for the Street Bob 114 include more tech-savvy features. Fortunately, Harley-Davidson makes these additions easy and offers upgrades like a handlebar-mounted SiriusXM Satellite Radio receiver. There's also a handlebar mount for your phone, extending the bike’s connectivity features and putting your smartphone within immediate view.
Where Will the Street Bob 114 Take You?
Where will the 2023 Harley-Davidson Street Bob 114 take you? Will it upgrade your commute around Houston or satiate your need for adventure beyond the city limits? Whatever the case, Republic Harley-Davidson is here to help bring your Harley-Davidson dreams to life. We are your go-to Harley-Davidson dealer in the Houston area, proudly welcoming customers into our family and the Harley-Davidson legacy day after day. Our laid back approach, integrity, transparency, and expansive inventory keep customers coming back. But that’s far from everything we promise when you trust us with all your riding needs.
Republic Harley-Davidson is ready to partner with you for every mile ahead. We’ll help you find the perfect Street Bob 114 for your needs, but our work doesn’t stop there. We’re also here to help you customize and modify your bike and find the best riding gear. Our state-of-the-art facility is also home to some of the best Harley-Davidson technicians in the business, meaning we can handle all your maintenance, repair, and modification needs under one roof. It’s a win-win for our customers and one of the many reasons we’ve been selling bikes to Texas riders for over two decades.