I have a 17 Road King standard, absolutely love it. I have been told by so many people who used to own one… “never sell that bike”. I never will. My wife and I have ridden it very long distances. I had test rode 7 various Heritage bikes. I was sold on the Heritage. Then I rode the King… there was no question.
Same. I own a 2023 Street Glide, and a 2017 Road King Standard. The Road King is still my favorite, and plus its in Laguna Orange, the best Orange HD has ever made!!.
IMO, this is what a Harley Davidson should be. My '08 R/K Classic does everything I ask of it. Timeless looks, enough power (with the 96 ci) & touring comfort.
I've owned 5 HD's. 2 Deluxe, 1 Ultra Classic, and for the last 12 years a Street Glide. Finally traded in the SG and got a 2018 Road King Police,. Same engine as the bike you just reviewed. By far the smoothest, most enjoyable bike I've owned. Windshield off in warm weather and there's nothing better. Thanks for the review..
So, that's exactly what I thought about the engine on this bike. It's a 107 but it seemed to be far smoother in this frame than the other bikes. And the other bikes were really smooth too. Something about how to set up is maybe? Great motorcycle.
Agreed. I have a 2006 road king. Awesome awesome machine. Stock standard. Real motorcycle with no bells and whistles. Awesome handling even loaded with a passenger.
I've had my Road King for two years. By far the best bike I've ever owned. It does everything; touring cruising, commuting but probably not for off roading! I've even taken it through the notorious Hard Knot Pass in the UK without a problem. So far utterly reliable and still very shiny.
Dude .. does ANYONE not simp on these FLHR hard as fuck.. how often do u preach about how dope these are ? I use mine just like u.. for EVERYTHING! U get a chopped tour pack for yours? Bro.. that shit will change your life.
Truly a beautiful all-around motorcycle. I've got a friend that rides his on gravel periodically. It really is a great all around motorcycle. With stellar looks and sound too :-)
Probably my favorite M8 Harley. Love the ultra low CG and so very smooth power. Great visibility with that front end too. And the looks, she is a beautiful motorcycle. Wahoo!
Just love motorcycles. Just love these Harleys and really appreciate the guys at Loess Hills Harley-Davidson letting us ride their beautiful motorcycles.
Harley Davidson has done some really nice upgrades with the newer Road Kings. In contrast, I have an old Road King that I will not part with anytime soon in the foreseeable future. The Harley Davidson Road King is one of the most elegant, stylish and archetypical Harley Davidson motorcycles ever produced and forever etched in HD's rich history of motorcycle designs. The Road King is the personification of a Harley Davidson icon. Road King stands supreme and has no equal. Those select riders who own one are indeed privileged. I own a 2003 Road King Classic, 100-Year Anniversary Edition, with the Screaming Eagle engine upgrade from an 88 V-Twin to a 95. The fast producing torque and sound is exhilarating. My Road King with its original anniversary Two-Tone Sterling Silver and Vivid Black paint colors stands out. The commemorative medallions seen throughout this ride's sculpted design adds to its nostalgia, mystique, and exclusivity.
Have a 2022 gray and black Road King. There is not much that it does not do well as long as you don’t have sport bike type expectations. Plan to keep it forever.
I bought a 2019 Heritage Classic in June after a 30 year layoff from riding. Rode it till November when I walked into the dealership and saw this beauty in gauntlet gray and black with blue and black pin striping. I love everything about this motorcycle. I added the Custom Dynamics LED headlamp, passing lights, turn signals/brake light with the Triple Play module for brake light modulation. This is an incredible motorcycle.
I love my 2022 in gauntlet grey and black. I’m 6’5 so once I got my extended seat, extended floorboards and hwy pegs it is perfect. I think the all black will soon go out of style and chrome is timeless.
funny you should say that the 23 models just came out and they did away with the Road king classic only have the RKS now. not sure that's a good move from Harley that yellow I don't care for it. maybe a yellow and black to break it up like they did on the RGS that looks good. my opinion.
Love the standard Road King. I hear they are likely to drop it in 2023 and only do the specials. If I were buying a RK, it would definitely be the standard. I much prefer it over the special. It’s got everything you could want from your motorcycle straight from the factory. Maybe that’s why they’re dropping it? Too many lost sales on modifications? Plus the specials are thousands more.
I absolutely LOVE my 2017 Road King! I bought it used with 16K miles and got a killer deal on it. Came with Rinehart duals and a SE Stage 1 intake already installed. I was off motorcycles for about 4 years, but 8 since my last Harley. In 2022 I went from no Harley, to a Sportster 1200, to a Dyna Fatbob with the 103 to my 2017 Road King with the 107 M8. The Road King is the best and smoothest ride of any bike Ive ever owned. Only my former Yamaha FZ1 rivals this Road King in terms of fun factor. A few things: 1. I always lusted after the blacked out bike look. Now having a standard Road King, chrome is growing on me. In moderation of course 2. I love the fact that Im a quick detach fairing away from having an Electra Glide. With some elbow grease and parts, I can turn my bike into a Road Glide. Some damn good versatility. 3. Even though Harley has "discontinued" the standard Road King trim for 2023, I think it will make a comeback in the near future.
Got the exact same bike.. 2022 in Midnight Crimson . Love it. Just put mine away for the winter with 11,500 miles on the clock. Hope to double that next year.
You've got a great bike. It's probably my favorite HD to date. I like them all but this one more than the others. Hoping to ride the Road King Limited very soon.
I’ve had a 84 iron head sporster, 94 heritage, 01 road king classic, 06 road king custom and now a 2011 heritage. While I love the heritage I can tell you it’s no road king. However I’m not riding long distance much anymore and the heritage will suit my current needs plus it is an awesome looking bike. Nice review.
Yup! I have over 100k mi on my ‘99 FLHRCI, and I love the thing, warts and all! I had an ‘11 FLTHK and still have a CVO FLTCUSE8 and neither do it for me like that old RKC.
I bought my last Harley,2020 road king special,stage 2 ,screaming eagle headers and mulfflers,been running rk for20 years,I am 70 years old I run a 18 inch winsheld
They need to bring back the Road King Classic. Such a beautiful, 9:35 nostalgic bike with all of the modern comfort and performance needed for cruising or touring and the wide whites look amazing on them.
'21 black Standard here.........love it. Bought the plain no frills black Reckless fairing, color matched perfectly.. Not much heavier than the stock HD windshield w/ better bad weather protection. Probably the last bike touring bike I'll own. Great review, thanks!
My 2022 Roadking standard was delivered at the end of May 22. I also have a dyna. And was used to it. Man I rode the king for the first time. And was totally impressed with EVERYTHING about it! All the way around awesome. I love it !
The M8 107 engine . Makes my dyna Twincam 96 look weak. Even with the weight difference in the 2 bikes. The Roadking is the Big dawg in the house. My Dyna will still always be my Bar hopping Street fighter. But my King is gonna take me on the long hauls across Europe. ( long story , cold war leftover lol) First run is set for the end of May, down to Greece . And I am really looking forward to the ride...
Bought my 2018 Heritage Classic from LHHD, such a great crew! Recently traded the heritage for a 2021 Roadking Special, and as much as I loved the heritage I'm glad to be back on the king.
I looked at a lot of Harley shops before deciding to work with Loess Hills Harley. After talking with the salesman, looking at their inventory and seeing how they treated people I felt they were the best overall choice to work with myself. Got to love a Road King :-)
I have a 2018 Road King with a Stage IV kit. It is my very first. When I got it, I didn't even know how to shift. Now, I'm doing 24 foot u-turns. I ride it every day to and from work for 34 miles a day partly town and country roads. I rarely ride my Audi A6 now.
They are great bikes. Bet that thing runs hard with the Stage IV kit. Great that you're riding it a lot. I try to get between 30k-40k miles per year. Love it!
Had a 2011 RK. Great bike!!!! Finally traded it on a 21 SG. Basically the SG is a FLH with faring. Also the biggest thing is you don’t need to take your eyes off the road as much to see your gauges. That to me is a huge safety feature. When traveling at 70 MPH, every second counts.
Nice review- I agree with you about the ride and handling ... I have a '21 FLHR. The bike you tested had the RDRS (Reflex Defensive Rider System)- cornering ABS, tire pressure monitoring, hill hold control etc. - the old school looks hide a lot of modern technology.
Bro I love mine 2019 vivid black FLHR 468 cam , full exhaust Man.. I love it. It’s the best bike for real. I love how it comes with the passing lamps and windshield and is so modular … I commute on mine, go shopping and fit all kinds of shit, ride hundreds of miles in a day. Only thing that I can be on that won’t hurt my back (well.. any of the HD touring bikes are like that). Ppl overlook the FLHR.. they want that special .. hey.. did they change the seat from the sofa that came on these to the street glide seat? Man.. that sucks if that is the new stock seat
I really enjoy my Road King. My favorite motorcycle of all time. Sadly Harley decided to remove the Road King standard from the lineup for 2023. They still have the special but I really prefer the standard. I was hoping to get a new RK soon. Guess I will just have to keep riding mine.
The regular road king like this one is so much better than the special. I had a 2016 two tone crushed ice/frosted teal and traded it in for a 2021 roadglide standard in vivid black. I miss the road king so bad…..
Wanted to get back to old school which I grew up with in the 60’s. We did not have flaring’s or rear trunks. Just plain motorcycle. I love it and enjoy riding my road king.
I love the look and styling of the road king standard. But as someone who only stands 5' 6" tall it is a bit of a reach for me to get my feet on the ground. I had a road king special and ended up trading it for a heritage classic, which I absolutely love. My local dealer just got a road king police special and have it priced reasonably and I am seriously thinking about trading my low rider S for it, so I can take some longer trips this year.
I actually rode the Heritage Classic right before riding the Road King. Found both bikes to my liking...with a slight edge to style for the HC model. Love the power of the Low Rider S. Wahoo!
I'm 5'6 150 I just traded my lowrider s for a 2022 RKS without even thinking about the 70 extra pounds. at first it was a little much. then I switched out the bars to factory 47s and it felt like 50 pounds was taking off. I love my RKS I can ride so many more hours now I was hurting at the 2 hour mark on the lowrider. On the touring chassis I put easy 6 hours now so much of a defference in comfort I could not even believe it if I would have known it was that much of a defference I would have went with the touring chassis a long time ago and saved my back lol. the RKS being the lightest of the touring bikes. with upgraded rear suspension I rip this bike like I did my lowrider best both in my opinion...
I’m also only 5’6”. Love my 2022 RK-- got a Mustang seat- not only can I comfortably reach the ground with both feet-the ride is so much nicer. Used to have a Heritage- but the RK is definitely the way to go. I ride about 12,000 miles per year- short and long rides. Can’t go wrong. Make sure you do get a windshield though.
The Road King awsome, I enjoy the Special but looks are subjective. But I recently was faced with the dilemma of what to buy and although I am a 6 foot man I decided on the Heritage. I felt the 100 lbs less weight handles better especially since I am in my 70s
That would have been a very hard decision for me as I love both those bikes a lot. I love the way the road king feels and handles but I also love the absolutely excellent looks of the heritage.
i've had all sorts of bikes but my 2015 road king police is the only bike i'd like to have......I've beaten the crap out of it and regionally toured the north east on it.....just perfect.....I've had ultras but i prefer the road king with headset/cell phone for music and nav.....i have a thundermax and 2:1 and it's the best running bike i've ever ridden.
I picked up a 2017 FLHR in superior blue, billet silver last year from Loess Hills and am very happy with it! I really enjoy riding it and customizing it, but even when not riding it brings me pleasure every time I look at it!
Love the Road King but the Electra Glide is the King of the road. Just did a ride from East TN to Cody Wy last half of September, 4600+ miles on my 2008 FLHT. 94000 miles on it now. Does not smoke but its getting a new top end cam chains & tensioners primary tensioner and anything else it may need. Ride safe. ( still love the Road King )
@@fuzzyamericanbiker6461 And, it is the continuing game with no end. More chrome here, there, and everywhere! Ah, and the performance upgrades! Seats, pegs, grips...
I have a 17 in Laguna Orange. An love it of course. The stock RK seat is beafier for the passenger comfort. The one here is more low profile from a RG or SG
Hasn't got the weather protection of my Streetglide or a Roadglide, hands out in the breeze. Plus no radio for possible weather reports/music. Can be used for long distance but i wouldn't want too.😎🇺🇸
Yes that windshield has less protection than the glides, but you can add hand guards, fork fangs and crash guard covers to help if things get colder. The payoff is you can take that stuff off when things are hot! No doubt the radio on the bike is convenient but I use a bluetooth headset for FM radio, phone and podcasts so it's not a deal breaker for me. But if I had money I'd love a CVO Streetglide to add to the stable for sure!
Sorry to correct you but the wet weight is 371kg, n I t 326kg, I own a 2011 roadking, and there great once your moving, but heavy at slow or nearly stopped, IMO, great video though
Thanks for that info. I did get it wrong. Checked the H-D website and they had it at 828 lbs or 376 kg. Really did love the way this RK handled and didn't feel that it was that bad at low speeds...but you're right, it is. To date, this is the most comfortable riding H-D I've been on. Love this bike. Again, thanks for the correction. Fuzzy
It's interesting that you mentioned the smoothness of the 107 because that's something I noticed right away on this bike. I'm not saying the 114 or the 117 aren't smooth just saying I noticed how smooth the 107 was in the road king standard. I'll go as far as to say the smoothest I've ridden. As far as canceling the road king standard goes, I've heard that too. They're not going to make the 107 anymore. I'm hoping they come up with something equally nice because this is one of my favorite motorcycles. Wahoo!
In terms of better engineering, astesthics, ride quality, cost of ownership, seat height, ease of windshield removal, and comfort, the Indian Springfield has it over the RK.
So I've driven everything from the 107 to the one 117 and feel that though the 107 has the least amount of power it's got a very smooth torquiness to it. Meaning that it may have a little more finesse to the throttle because of its lower horsepower but very high torque.
Better measure that seat height, 26.3 is not accurate. I have a 2020, and it sit well over 27", about 27.5", if you are under 150lbs, there is absolutely no Laiden height measurement (same for the street and road glides
I’m sad as fuck Mine is in my garage It’s gonna be like 0* for the next 2 weeks with on and off snow. I’ll ride down to the upper20s if roads safe So I’m more hardcore than most but not that hardcore lol
@@fuzzyamericanbiker6461 The Special is not an alternative for me. Blacking out a beautifully crafted HD engine is heresy enough, but it also lacks a decent passenger seat, passenger floorboards, bag crashbars, comfortable handlebars, a windshield, & full travel rear shock. What it does come with, I don't like, like a low profile front tire that could too easily damage the rim & droopy saddlebags. The fact it sells for several thousand more is also a turn off.
I think I could make it work :-) but if I were going to do Coast to Coast I'd probably want a Road Glide or an ultra Limited. Either way beautiful motorcycle
The best bike Harley makes in my opinion. Love it. I have a 2011 and will never sell it.
I loved it. Very smooth riding.
I have a 17 Road King standard, absolutely love it. I have been told by so many people who used to own one… “never sell that bike”. I never will. My wife and I have ridden it very long distances. I had test rode 7 various Heritage bikes. I was sold on the Heritage. Then I rode the King… there was no question.
I absolutely loved writing this one with the 107. Very smooth excellent handling a true beauty just sit on with great visibility.
Same. I own a 2023 Street Glide, and a 2017 Road King Standard. The Road King is still my favorite, and plus its in Laguna Orange, the best Orange HD has ever made!!.
IMO, this is what a Harley Davidson should be. My '08 R/K Classic does everything I ask of it. Timeless looks, enough power (with the 96 ci) & touring comfort.
Good friend of mine has an 08 Road King. Was able to put 40-50 miles on her. Loved it. Beautiful motorcycle!
I've owned 5 HD's. 2 Deluxe, 1 Ultra Classic, and for the last 12 years a Street Glide. Finally traded in the SG and got a 2018 Road King Police,. Same engine as the bike you just reviewed. By far the smoothest, most enjoyable bike I've owned. Windshield off in warm weather and there's nothing better. Thanks for the review..
So, that's exactly what I thought about the engine on this bike. It's a 107 but it seemed to be far smoother in this frame than the other bikes. And the other bikes were really smooth too. Something about how to set up is maybe? Great motorcycle.
Agreed. I have a 2006 road king. Awesome awesome machine. Stock standard. Real motorcycle with no bells and whistles. Awesome handling even loaded with a passenger.
Love the Road King...great motorcycle that has everything I need & want.
I've had my Road King for two years. By far the best bike I've ever owned. It does everything; touring cruising, commuting but probably not for off roading! I've even taken it through the notorious Hard Knot Pass in the UK without a problem. So far utterly reliable and still very shiny.
Dude .. does ANYONE not simp on these FLHR hard as fuck.. how often do u preach about how dope these are ?
I use mine just like u.. for EVERYTHING!
U get a chopped tour pack for yours? Bro.. that shit will change your life.
Truly a beautiful all-around motorcycle. I've got a friend that rides his on gravel periodically. It really is a great all around motorcycle. With stellar looks and sound too :-)
I bought a 2023 Road King Special, last week, and it is solid black. Smoothest bike I've ever owned.
Probably my favorite M8 Harley. Love the ultra low CG and so very smooth power. Great visibility with that front end too. And the looks, she is a beautiful motorcycle. Wahoo!
Hard not to love this bike. To me, it's the perfect Harley. The lines and chrome...
Totally agree. I could live with this one for sure!
I like your motorcycle riding videos, and all the specs information. The fact that you test ride them it’s a plus! ✌🏼
Just love motorcycles. Just love these Harleys and really appreciate the guys at Loess Hills Harley-Davidson letting us ride their beautiful motorcycles.
Harley Davidson has done some really nice upgrades with the newer Road Kings. In contrast, I have an old Road King that I will not part with anytime soon in the foreseeable future.
The Harley Davidson Road King is one of the most elegant, stylish and archetypical Harley Davidson motorcycles ever produced and forever etched in HD's rich history of motorcycle designs. The Road King is the personification of a Harley Davidson icon. Road King stands supreme and has no equal. Those select riders who own one are indeed privileged.
I own a 2003 Road King Classic, 100-Year Anniversary Edition, with the Screaming Eagle engine upgrade from an 88 V-Twin to a 95. The fast producing torque and sound is exhilarating.
My Road King with its original anniversary Two-Tone Sterling Silver and Vivid Black paint colors stands out. The commemorative medallions seen throughout this ride's sculpted design adds to its nostalgia, mystique, and exclusivity.
Totally agree!
I own a 2022 roadking same ,same options and i add back rest ,filler lights to replace rear light bar .Love the bike it's hot
Possibly my favorite Harley-Davidson of all time. Beautiful bike
The best touring bike Harley has ever made.
An excellent motorcycle for sure
Have a 2022 gray and black Road King. There is not much that it does not do well as long as you don’t have sport bike type expectations. Plan to keep it forever.
The RK is one of the all time great motorcycles. She does everything well and looks great doing it. Wahoo!
I bought a 2019 Heritage Classic in June after a 30 year layoff from riding. Rode it till November when I walked into the dealership and saw this beauty in gauntlet gray and black with blue and black pin striping. I love everything about this motorcycle. I added the Custom Dynamics LED headlamp, passing lights, turn signals/brake light with the Triple Play module for brake light modulation. This is an incredible motorcycle.
Both bikes sound awesome. Would love to see the road king.
I love my 2022 in gauntlet grey and black. I’m 6’5 so once I got my extended seat, extended floorboards and hwy pegs it is perfect. I think the all black will soon go out of style and chrome is timeless.
Beautiful motorcycle. And you're right, Chrome is timeless and the world doesn't really need another black motorcycle LOL
funny you should say that the 23 models just came out and they did away with the Road king classic only have the RKS now. not sure that's a good move from Harley that yellow I don't care for it. maybe a yellow and black to break it up like they did on the RGS that looks good. my opinion.
Love the standard Road King. I hear they are likely to drop it in 2023 and only do the specials. If I were buying a RK, it would definitely be the standard. I much prefer it over the special. It’s got everything you could want from your motorcycle straight from the factory. Maybe that’s why they’re dropping it? Too many lost sales on modifications? Plus the specials are thousands more.
The RK Standard is my all around favorite HD...right now.
I absolutely LOVE my 2017 Road King! I bought it used with 16K miles and got a killer deal on it. Came with Rinehart duals and a SE Stage 1 intake already installed. I was off motorcycles for about 4 years, but 8 since my last Harley. In 2022 I went from no Harley, to a Sportster 1200, to a Dyna Fatbob with the 103 to my 2017 Road King with the 107 M8. The Road King is the best and smoothest ride of any bike Ive ever owned.
Only my former Yamaha FZ1 rivals this Road King in terms of fun factor.
A few things:
1. I always lusted after the blacked out bike look. Now having a standard Road King, chrome is growing on me. In moderation of course
2. I love the fact that Im a quick detach fairing away from having an Electra Glide. With some elbow grease and parts, I can turn my bike into a Road Glide. Some damn good versatility.
3. Even though Harley has "discontinued" the standard Road King trim for 2023, I think it will make a comeback in the near future.
Love the RK, I bet it sounds great with that exhaust too!
Got the exact same bike.. 2022 in Midnight Crimson . Love it. Just put mine away for the winter with 11,500 miles on the clock. Hope to double that next year.
You've got a great bike. It's probably my favorite HD to date. I like them all but this one more than the others. Hoping to ride the Road King Limited very soon.
I’ve had a 84 iron head sporster, 94 heritage, 01 road king classic, 06 road king custom and now a 2011 heritage. While I love the heritage I can tell you it’s no road king. However I’m not riding long distance much anymore and the heritage will suit my current needs plus it is an awesome looking bike. Nice review.
I've ridden both bikes and love them. But I have not had to live with them so I'll take your word on this one. Fabulous machines.
Yup! I have over 100k mi on my ‘99 FLHRCI, and I love the thing, warts and all! I had an ‘11 FLTHK and still have a CVO FLTCUSE8 and neither do it for me like that old RKC.
Got to love the road king :-)
👍 I agree with you. I have a 98 Road King Ann. FI. My son learned to ride and got his license on that bike.
I bought my last Harley,2020 road king special,stage 2 ,screaming eagle headers and mulfflers,been running rk for20 years,I am 70 years old I run a 18 inch winsheld
Nice!
They need to bring back the Road King Classic. Such a beautiful, 9:35 nostalgic bike with all of the modern comfort and performance needed for cruising or touring and the wide whites look amazing on them.
Love the Chrome RK. You're correct, they do need to bring her back!
'21 black Standard here.........love it. Bought the plain no frills black Reckless fairing, color matched perfectly.. Not much heavier than the stock HD windshield w/ better bad weather protection. Probably the last bike touring bike I'll own.
Great review, thanks!
The RK is a great bike. It's actually my favorite HD...right now. Wahoo!
My 2022 Roadking standard was delivered at the end of May 22. I also have a dyna. And was used to it. Man I rode the king for the first time. And was totally impressed with EVERYTHING about it! All the way around awesome. I love it !
It's a great motorcycle. I like it!
The M8 107 engine . Makes my dyna Twincam 96 look weak. Even with the weight difference in the 2 bikes. The Roadking is the Big dawg in the house. My Dyna will still always be my Bar hopping Street fighter. But my King is gonna take me on the long hauls across Europe. ( long story , cold war leftover lol)
First run is set for the end of May, down to Greece . And I am really looking forward to the ride...
Bought my 2018 Heritage Classic from LHHD, such a great crew! Recently traded the heritage for a 2021 Roadking Special, and as much as I loved the heritage I'm glad to be back on the king.
I looked at a lot of Harley shops before deciding to work with Loess Hills Harley. After talking with the salesman, looking at their inventory and seeing how they treated people I felt they were the best overall choice to work with myself. Got to love a Road King :-)
dream bike... sadly got a vulcan 1500 atm but itll hold me off til i can afford a proper road king
That Vulcan is a great bike too. RK is a great dream bike....
I have a 2018 Road King with a Stage IV kit. It is my very first. When I got it, I didn't even know how to shift. Now, I'm doing 24 foot u-turns. I ride it every day to and from work for 34 miles a day partly town and country roads. I rarely ride my Audi A6 now.
They are great bikes. Bet that thing runs hard with the Stage IV kit. Great that you're riding it a lot. I try to get between 30k-40k miles per year. Love it!
@@fuzzyamericanbiker6461 Stage IV really uprated its responsiveness, acceletation, and maneuverability.
Had a 2011 RK. Great bike!!!! Finally traded it on a 21 SG. Basically the SG is a FLH with faring. Also the biggest thing is you don’t need to take your eyes off the road as much to see your gauges. That to me is a huge safety feature. When traveling at 70 MPH, every second counts.
Yes, that is a distinct advantage of the SG. Love both bikes. Wahoo!
Nice review- I agree with you about the ride and handling ... I have a '21 FLHR. The bike you tested had the RDRS (Reflex Defensive Rider System)- cornering ABS, tire pressure monitoring, hill hold control etc. - the old school looks hide a lot of modern technology.
It's the smoothest H-D I've rode yet. Really like the M8 and feel they have this one tuned for smooth throttle response too. Very nice.
Love that road king what year is it
I think it's a 2022 model. Crimson red with a 107 in it. Just loved the power in the way it handled, comfortable too.
I love the Road King so much, when I needed to switch to three wheels, I went to the Freewheeler. They are on the Road King frame.
If I had the room l'd have a freewheeler in my garage right now. Love the way those things handle and ride.
Yes, it is. I have an 03
Agreed. One fine motorcycle.
I have a '21 Riad King Standard in Vivid Black. I absolutely love it. ❤️
I love the Road King. It has everything you need, I need, and a motorcycle.
The last HD I had was a 2003 Electra Glide. 2022 My heart beats faster. At 52 I wasn't sure. Now, at 71, hell yah!
Road King is awesome 😎
Ok guys. Thinking the road king is going to convert me from my Victory. Kinda falling in love with the styling. 🤫
Got to love a Road King :-) got to love a victory though too. What kind of victory do you have?
This is a normal motorcycle road and the bike loves it.
Wahoo!
Very impressive review. I usually favour the batwing fairing but I do like the clear view that one gives you.
I could make both work :-) one of each?
Bro
I love mine
2019 vivid black FLHR
468 cam , full exhaust
Man.. I love it. It’s the best bike for real. I love how it comes with the passing lamps and windshield and is so modular … I commute on mine, go shopping and fit all kinds of shit, ride hundreds of miles in a day. Only thing that I can be on that won’t hurt my back (well.. any of the HD touring bikes are like that).
Ppl overlook the FLHR.. they want that special ..
hey.. did they change the seat from the sofa that came on these to the street glide seat? Man.. that sucks if that is the new stock seat
I agree with you about the bike it is best all around motorcycle. I don't know for sure but I do think that is the stock seat
I really enjoy my Road King. My favorite motorcycle of all time. Sadly Harley decided to remove the Road King standard from the lineup for 2023. They still have the special but I really prefer the standard. I was hoping to get a new RK soon. Guess I will just have to keep riding mine.
Absolutely agree with what you're saying here. The Harley Road King standard was a phenomenal bike and one that I would buy.
The regular road king like this one is so much better than the special. I had a 2016 two tone crushed ice/frosted teal and traded it in for a 2021 roadglide standard in vivid black. I miss the road king so bad…..
I do like the Standard myself. Beautiful motorcycle.
Road King is the best. Have a 2021. Traded my 2019 Road Glide Ultra. Best move I made.
Road King is a great bike. What made you make the switch?
Wanted to get back to old school which I grew up with in the 60’s. We did not have flaring’s or rear trunks. Just plain motorcycle. I love it and enjoy riding my road king.
Love them. Try and find one in Florida!!!!😤
I understand your pain. They're not easy to get up this way either. Wahoo!
Love the Road King, but for touring, my 2018 Ultra Limited with a Stage 2 is the best for touring.
You're right, if I had to roll a 500+ miles at a shot I'd want that Ultra Limited. Would love to ride one with that Stage 2 kit. Thanks!
I love the look and styling of the road king standard. But as someone who only stands 5' 6" tall it is a bit of a reach for me to get my feet on the ground. I had a road king special and ended up trading it for a heritage classic, which I absolutely love. My local dealer just got a road king police special and have it priced reasonably and I am seriously thinking about trading my low rider S for it, so I can take some longer trips this year.
I actually rode the Heritage Classic right before riding the Road King. Found both bikes to my liking...with a slight edge to style for the HC model. Love the power of the Low Rider S. Wahoo!
@@fuzzyamericanbiker6461 yes, the LRS is a fun bike. I just don't ride it as much as I thought I would.
I'm 5'6 150 I just traded my lowrider s for a 2022 RKS without even thinking about the 70 extra pounds. at first it was a little much. then I switched out the bars to factory 47s and it felt like 50 pounds was taking off. I love my RKS I can ride so many more hours now I was hurting at the 2 hour mark on the lowrider. On the touring chassis I put easy 6 hours now so much of a defference in comfort I could not even believe it if I would have known it was that much of a defference I would have went with the touring chassis a long time ago and saved my back lol. the RKS being the lightest of the touring bikes. with upgraded rear suspension I rip this bike like I did my lowrider best both in my opinion...
I’m also only 5’6”. Love my 2022 RK-- got a Mustang seat- not only can I comfortably reach the ground with both feet-the ride is so much nicer. Used to have a Heritage- but the RK is definitely the way to go. I ride about 12,000 miles per year- short and long rides. Can’t go wrong. Make sure you do get a windshield though.
The Road King awsome, I enjoy the Special but looks are subjective. But I recently was faced with the dilemma of what to buy and although I am a 6 foot man I decided on the Heritage. I felt the 100 lbs less weight handles better especially since I am in my 70s
That would have been a very hard decision for me as I love both those bikes a lot. I love the way the road king feels and handles but I also love the absolutely excellent looks of the heritage.
Always loved the RK.
Beautiful motorcycle
i've had all sorts of bikes but my 2015 road king police is the only bike i'd like to have......I've beaten the crap out of it and regionally toured the north east on it.....just perfect.....I've had ultras but i prefer the road king with headset/cell phone for music and nav.....i have a thundermax and 2:1 and it's the best running bike i've ever ridden.
I personally love the road king myself. I hope to drive the new Road King limited very soon. Should have a video shortly. Weather permitting.
I picked up a 2017 FLHR in superior blue, billet silver last year from Loess Hills and am very happy with it!
I really enjoy riding it and customizing it, but even when not riding it brings me pleasure every time I look at it!
The Loess Hills gang are top notch. Maybe I'll see you down there sometime. Who was your salesperson? Thanks
@@fuzzyamericanbiker6461 Yes they have treated me right! Ryan was his name, but I think he has moved on
Love the Road King but the Electra Glide is the King of the road. Just did a ride from East TN to Cody Wy last half of September, 4600+ miles on my 2008 FLHT. 94000 miles on it now. Does not smoke but its getting a new top end cam chains & tensioners primary tensioner and anything else it may need. Ride safe. ( still love the Road King )
Love the Electra Glide...Just posted a video of one I rode 300 miles about a year ago. Beautiful bike, I even tried to buy it for the owner. Wahoo!
Great bike.. I had a. 06 RK
Love the road king :-)
That is a blank canvas, there are so many things to buy to make it your own.
Totally agree. You know what they say; Nothing as rare as a dead stock Harley.
@@fuzzyamericanbiker6461 And, it is the continuing game with no end. More chrome here, there, and everywhere! Ah, and the performance upgrades! Seats, pegs, grips...
The added Road Glide seat looks so much better than the stock RK seat in my opinion...
Thanks for pointing this out. I didn't know.
I have a 17 in Laguna Orange. An love it of course. The stock RK seat is beafier for the passenger comfort. The one here is more low profile from a RG or SG
Hasn't got the weather protection of my Streetglide or a Roadglide, hands out in the breeze. Plus no radio for possible weather reports/music. Can be used for long distance but i wouldn't want too.😎🇺🇸
It's a rough life when a person has to choose between those three Harleys :-) life is good!
Yes that windshield has less protection than the glides, but you can add hand guards, fork fangs and crash guard covers to help if things get colder. The payoff is you can take that stuff off when things are hot!
No doubt the radio on the bike is convenient but I use a bluetooth headset for FM radio, phone and podcasts so it's not a deal breaker for me. But if I had money I'd love a CVO Streetglide to add to the stable for sure!
I love the Road King. Everything I want. Nothing I don’t….
I think that statement says it all. It literally has everything you want for real motorcycling.
Sorry to correct you but the wet weight is 371kg, n I t 326kg, I own a 2011 roadking, and there great once your moving, but heavy at slow or nearly stopped, IMO, great video though
Thanks for that info. I did get it wrong. Checked the H-D website and they had it at 828 lbs or 376 kg. Really did love the way this RK handled and didn't feel that it was that bad at low speeds...but you're right, it is. To date, this is the most comfortable riding H-D I've been on. Love this bike. Again, thanks for the correction. Fuzzy
Beautiful bike, just curious as to the starting procedure. You counted down from 5?
Lol, yes, five...Should I start at 10 or shorten it to 3? Thanks!
@@fuzzyamericanbiker6461 hi, I have no idea, I was asking a genuine question, I didn't know you had to wait a while before starting
Will the Road King standard be in the 2023 Harley line for sale? I hear the 107 is very smooth with lower vibration?
It's interesting that you mentioned the smoothness of the 107 because that's something I noticed right away on this bike. I'm not saying the 114 or the 117 aren't smooth just saying I noticed how smooth the 107 was in the road king standard. I'll go as far as to say the smoothest I've ridden. As far as canceling the road king standard goes, I've heard that too. They're not going to make the 107 anymore. I'm hoping they come up with something equally nice because this is one of my favorite motorcycles. Wahoo!
In terms of better engineering, astesthics, ride quality, cost of ownership, seat height, ease of windshield removal, and comfort, the Indian Springfield has it over the RK.
That is saying a lot. I love this RK. Will have to get myself on a Springfield somehow. Thanks
Everything you need and nothing that you don’t.
You are correct! Love this bike.
Drop dead Gorgeous ….!
Agreed :-)
A very nice bike 👍
The road king is a dream of a bike :-)
I agree. Great great bike
Agreed!
It is pretty wonder how much it cost what year
I think it was a 2022...not sure on the cost. Contact Jimi at Loesshillshd.com
There are only 2 Harleys; the Sportster and the Road King
I've got two sportsters now all I need is the road king
107 makes way less than 96whp in stock tune with stock cam
So I've driven everything from the 107 to the one 117 and feel that though the 107 has the least amount of power it's got a very smooth torquiness to it. Meaning that it may have a little more finesse to the throttle because of its lower horsepower but very high torque.
That is a windshield, not a fairing. Need more detailed information. Price, clutch type, seat height, etc.
It's a great bike
👍🏻
WAHOO
Beautiful bike.
Way too Quiet!
I know Harley's is supposed to make noise but I too value a quiet motorcycle :-)
Better measure that seat height, 26.3 is not accurate. I have a 2020, and it sit well over 27", about 27.5", if you are under 150lbs, there is absolutely no Laiden height measurement (same for the street and road glides
Thanks for that info. I try to be as accurate as possible. Wahoo!
Road King does not have a fairing. It only has a windshield.
You Sir, are correct. Beautiful motorcycle!
@@fuzzyamericanbiker6461 My mistake. It was the front fender that you called a fairing. LOL
I’m sad as fuck
Mine is in my garage
It’s gonna be like 0* for the next 2 weeks with on and off snow.
I’ll ride down to the upper20s if roads safe
So I’m more hardcore than most but not that hardcore lol
It's a nice day for a motorcycle ride somewhere. Unfortunately it's 3° out here today so my bike stay in the garage too. Wahoo!
I'd put a turbo on it 😎
I like the way you think.
Something I do have fortunately as it appears HD is killing their best model. Good thing Indian makes a Springfield I suppose...
I love the road king special. Really need to get myself on an Indian Springfield. Keep hearing about that bike.
@@fuzzyamericanbiker6461 The Special is not an alternative for me. Blacking out a beautifully crafted HD engine is heresy enough, but it also lacks a decent passenger seat, passenger floorboards, bag crashbars, comfortable handlebars, a windshield, & full travel rear shock. What it does come with, I don't like, like a low profile front tire that could too easily damage the rim & droopy saddlebags. The fact it sells for several thousand more is also a turn off.
Without fairing and tour pack that bike is not good 4 long trips
I think I could make it work :-) but if I were going to do Coast to Coast I'd probably want a Road Glide or an ultra Limited. Either way beautiful motorcycle
Where did they find this guy ?? Dont know the difference between a windshild an a fairing!!! What a joke
Ah, semantics... Thanks for your comment, really made my day :) please subscribe, keep watch and sharing your wisdom with us all. Wahoo!
No stereo its just a cruiser with bags
I like that ;)