What is the on-road price of Harley-Davidson Road King in 2023?

The 2023 on-road price of Harley-Davidson Road King in Delhi is Rs. 31,91,204. This on-road price includes the ex-showroom price, RTO and insurance charges.

Which is better Harley-Davidson Road King or Harley-Davidson Fat Boy?

Harley-Davidson Road King is priced at Rs. 28,58,385, has a 1746 cc 6 Speed Manual engine, and weighs 375 kg, whereas, the price of Harley-Davidson Fat Boy is Rs. 22,11,145 with a 1868 cc 6 Speed Manualengine, and weighing 317 kg. You can compare Harley-Davidson Road King vs Harley-Davidson Fat Boy based on their detailed specifications, features, prices and reviews.

What are the key specifications of Harley-Davidson Road King?

Harley-Davidson Road King is a Cruiser bike that weighs 375 kg, has a 1746 cc BS-VI engine and a fuel capacity of 22.7 litres. You can check the full specifications and features .

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Name: Harley-Davidson Road King
Brand: Harley-Davidson
SKU: 1563
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)

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1,746 cc
6 Speed Manual
375 kg

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Road King Standard	₹ 28,58,385Avg. Ex-showroom price	Disc Brakes, Alloy Wheels	Get Offers

Harley-Davidson Road King Summary

Road King key highlights
Engine Capacity	1,746 cc
Transmission	6 Speed Manual
Kerb Weight	375 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.7 litres
Seat Height	705 mm
Max Power	83.14 bhp

About Road King

Harley-Davidson Road King is a cruiser bike available at a starting price of Rs. 28,58,385 in India. It is available in only 1 variant and 3 colours. The Harley-Davidson Road King is powered by 1746cc BS6 engine which develops a power of 83.14 bhp and a torque of 147 Nm. With both front and rear disc brakes, Harley-Davidson Road King comes up with anti-locking braking system. This Road King bike weighs 375 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 22.7 liters.

The Harley-Davidson Road King is part of the American brand’s Touring range. The motorcycle features a typical cruiser motorcycle design that includes a tall windscreen, loads of chrome, step-up seat, rear-swept handlebar and panniers.

The chrome treatment is visible on the headlamp cowl, turn indicators housing, handlebar, engine, forks covers, and two-into-one exhaust system. The sweeping front fender features the Road King badge. Other features include a tank-mounted instrument console that displays the speedometer, distance to empty gauge, tachometer, and a gear position indicator among other information.

Mechanical specifications include a 1,746cc, Milwaukee-Eight 107, V-twin engine that makes 150Nm of peak torque at 3,250rpm. The motorcycle rides on 18-inch alloy wheels on both ends. The anchoring tasks are handled by twin rotors at the front and a single disc at the back.

The motorcycle is available in three colours – Vivid Black, Billiard Red, and Midnight Crimson/Stone Washed White Pearl (dual-tone). The Vivid Black is the most affordable version while the Billiard Red and Midnight Crimson/Stone Washed White Pearl paint options are available at a premium of Rs 23,000 and Rs 1,20,000, respectively.

Harley-Davidson Road King Expert Opinion

Good Things
- Large windscreen proves useful during touring
- Motor is extremely refined and torquey
- Great seating comfort
Could be Better
- Overall weight is on the higher side
- Difficult to ride in the city
- Priced quite high

BikeWale's Take

The Road King is Harley-Davidson’s touring model, made for people to enjoy long distance touring in comfort. Its famous V-twin engine has a good grunt, and with crisp throttle response, it’s fun to open the throttle on the highways. Being a CBU model, the bike is priced quite high making it unreachable for most of the Harley fans.

Harley-Davidson Road King Review

As Harley’s website states, it’s meant for the ‘riders looking to burn through miles with authority.’ While that definitely sounds rosy, let’s see how much of it we agree with.

Introduction

Pros: Massive visual appeal, comfortable ergonomics, oodles of torque from the engine

Cons: Harsh ride, lack of modern features, heavy weight

Say hello to the 2021 Harley-Davidson Road King. It slots in the Harley-Davidson’s touring line-up of motorcycles and thanks to those big swooping panniers on either side, it’s also called a bagger. The main duty of this American behemoth is to munch countless miles while keeping the rider comfortable. Or, as Harley’s website states, it’s meant for the ‘riders looking to burn through miles with authority.’ While that definitely sounds rosy, let’s see how much of it we agree with.

However, we’d like to get some things clear first. After a month of Harley-Davidson announcing its withdrawal from the Indian market in September last year, the news of it tying up with Hero MotoCorp came across. As per the agreement between the two brands, Harley’s sales and service network is now handled by Hero in India. So, to clear the air, if you have a Harley dealership and a service centre in your city, buying and owning one of their bikes shouldn’t be a matter of concern.

Now, on to the motorcycle…

Quality

Harley-Davidson Road King Right Side View

On the quality front, there’s nothing much to talk or complain about. As gigantic and brazen as it looks, the build quality is equally solid and the fit and finish are top-notch. What’s truly worth emphasising is its visual appeal. Typical of a Harley tourer, the Road King commands attention, respect, and its deserving space on the road. And when you pull over at a signal, you’re bound to be surrounded by curious onlookers and enquirers.

While it misses out on the ostentatious fairing of its ‘Glide’ siblings, it makes up for that with oodles of dazzling chrome around its front end and on several other areas which looks stunning, particularly on this red paint scheme. This generous amount of chrome also meant I could see my clear reflection behind the auxiliary lamps while riding. It felt surreal to watch the scenery passing by with my pants fluttering and helmet shining under the bright sun!

Comfort

Harley-Davidson Road King Left Side View

With a saddle height of 705mm, the Road King is a fairly low-slung motorcycle and swinging a leg over is literally a piece of cake, even for the shorter riders. However, it’s only when you lift the bike off the stand and strain your leg muscles while getting it upright that you realise it needs to be handled attentively. After all, 375kg of kerb weight isn’t a joke, right? Nevertheless, as you get going, all the heft fades away, but more on that later.

Get into the riding position and the Road King greets you with an utterly laid-back, pampering, and wholesome riding position. It’s quite welcoming with a pulled-back tubular handlebar and forward-set footboards. As for the seat, it’s like the comfiest sofa you can think of, both in terms of design and cushioning. Mile munching on the highway all day long doesn’t feel like a stretch whatsoever.

Harley-Davidson Road King Engine From Left

The story is not rosy in traffic though. Firstly, there’s the weight you need to take care of. Coming to a halt needs some planning, psychologically at least. And thanks to the forward positioning of the footboards, if you happen to get your feet up and down the footboards intermittently in traffic, it feels like a task. Even moving it around in the parking and heaving it backwards feels strenuous.

But this isn’t as big a problem as is its ride quality. It’s quite enjoyable if you’re cruising on a flat and slick tarmac. However, come across a rough patch and the ride feels nearly back-breaking. The lack of suspension travel and fast damping means you feel a nasty jolt in your back while passing over stones, potholes, or high-amplitude road joints. And this applies to almost all speeds, fast or slow. Although it feels quite composed on flat highways, larger dips and crests make it feel wavy.

Performance

Harley-Davidson Road King Engine From Right

Jab the start button and the Milwaukee-Eight 107 powerplant between your legs comes to life with some dramatic quiver and settles into a deep rumbling idle. Then it slots in the first gear with a pronounced clunk, ready to roll ahead. As you get going, you realise there’s a relentless surge of torque starting from as low as 2,000rpm to its redline of about 5,500rpm. Despite the ridiculous weight, the motorcycle chugs along seamlessly at slow speeds and as you give it the beans, it bolts ahead with surprising eagerness and vigour.

The beauty of this 1,746cc, V-twin engine is that it can cruise at speeds of around 60kmph in sixth gear with the revs hovering between 1,500-2,000rpm. At this pace, it feels relaxed with a muted thump accompanying you. And when you roll on the throttle, it propels ahead with enough urgency that you seldom need to downshift to execute quick overtakes. Triple-digit speeds, especially until 150kmph, feel like a cakewalk for the engine. However, the optional windscreen is recommended if you plan to go high-speed touring since the wind blast is fatigue-inducing right from 110kmph.

Coming to the shortcomings, the Road King isn’t comfortable with sudden throttle inputs. Abrupt throttle results in a slight response lag and choppy acceleration. This is accompanied by some internal mechanical disturbance, pretty audible as a metallic cacophony. Even the clutch is heavy to operate and its frequent usage could get uncomfortable. Heating isn’t a major issue, but it does emanate hot air onto the rider’s and the pillion’s leg when in traffic.

Do not let its intimidating heft deceive you of it being a sluggish handler. Although the Road King does require you to muscle it to switch directions, once you get used to its dynamics, you can treat it with a fair bit of aggression. It feels surprisingly agile and forgiving. Obviously, not as much as other modern and lighter motorcycles, but you can have fun in spaced-out moving traffic and around corners. After clocking a few hundred kilometres, I took the Road King to some twisties where it inspired enough confidence to hoon it. You just need to be careful of its large turning radius and very limited cornering clearance.

Even the brakes do a commendable job of bringing this mammoth of a motorcycle to a halt. Of course, you need to squeeze in the front brake pretty hard to stop the bike quickly, but it doesn’t feel lethargic to slow down. The rear brake, too, delivers decent feedback and progression.

Technology

Harley-Davidson Road King Instrument Cluster

There’s isn’t much to write home about for the Road King on the modernity front. It does away with the bare minimum, like ABS and a slipper clutch. Instrumentation setup comprises an analogue speedometer along with a tiny LCD that shows just one parameter at a time amongst gear/rpm, odometer, clock, fuel range, and two trip meters. Moreover, there are a couple of essential tell-tale lights. A strange thing came across in the form of the front wheel locking up while braking hard and the ABS not engaging at times. But that could be an issue with this particular unit of the bike. On the positive side, given the bike’s weight and long wheelbase, it doesn’t get easily unsettled under quick acceleration around corners. So, I didn’t really miss having the traction control system.

Fuel Efficiency

One of the intrigued onlookers of the Road King, waiting for the signal to turn green, asked me this common question – what’s the mileage? And when I said around 17kmpl, he wasn’t really surprised given the bike’s magnificent aesthetics and monstrous size of the engine. So, with a fuel tank capacity of 22.7-litres, it delivers a range of around 386kms in mixed riding conditions.

Verdict

The Harley-Davidson Road King is a motorcycle you would love to see parked in your garage. I bet there won’t be a single time you’ll walk past it without turning your head for a second look. This charm of the motorcycle continues to the road as well. It exudes a sense of supremacy and dominance, making you feel like you’re riding something more than a motorcycle. Something like a chrome-laden chariot which thunders forward ferociously with just a mild prod. All this while keeping you supremely comfortable and carrying a bunch of your belongings in the panniers.

What bothers me though is its limited area of application. Unless it’s being ridden on a silky-smooth tarmac, it fails to deliver a pleasant experience. Courtesy of the profoundly stiff suspension with limited travel, taking on bad roads feels like going on a war. And it’s a similar story in crowded places where its weight acts as the major setback. Unfortunately, India is filled with these two hurdles, limiting the possibility of truly enjoying this motorcycle. But having said all that, if you’re a Harley-Davidson purist at the core and want to spend your Rs 27 lakh on a retro-styled, stripped-down, torque-loaded America bagger, the Road King is the one for you.

Photography by Kapil Angane

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Road King Specifications & Features

Specifications

Power & Performance

Fuel Type Fuel Type is the type of fuel that an engine uses to operate. The different types include petrol, diesel, electric, and ethanol among others. Petrol

Max Power 83.14 bhp @ 5,020 rpm

Max Torque 147 Nm @ 3,250 rpm

Cooling System The cooling system suggests the cooling mechanism that a motor uses. The types include air, oil, or liquid. Air Cooled

Transmission 6 Speed Manual

Transmission Type The transmission type will tell the kind of transmission a two-wheeler has. Belt Drive

Emission Standard Emission standards indicate the output from the exhaust that is permissible in a country. BS-VI

Displacement Engine displacement is the measure of the cylinder volume swept by the pistons of an internal combustion engine. It indicates the engine size. 1,746 cc

Cylinders The number of cylinders that an engine features. Most two-wheelers sold in the Indian market feature a single-cylinder. 2

Bore Bore is the diameter of each cylinder. 100 mm

Stroke Stroke indicates the number of engine cycles during which a piston travels from top to bottom. 111 mm

Valves Per Cylinder Valves per cylinder indicate the intake (fuel) and outlet (exhaust of combustion gases) of an engine. 4

Compression Ratio A compression ratio suggests the degree to which the fuel mixture is compressed before ignition. 10.0:1

Ignition Ignition indicates to the type of starting system that a vehicle uses. CDI

Spark Plugs A spark plug is a device for firing the explosive mixture. 2 Per Cylinder

Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern 1 Down 5 Up

Clutch The clutch disengages or engages the engine from the transmission. --

Fuel Delivery System Fuel Injection

Fuel Tank Capacity The capacity of a vehicle to store fuel. 22.7 litres

Reserve Fuel Capacity Reserve fuel is part of the main tank that is used when a vehicle is running low on petrol/diesel. 3.8 litres

Riding Range The total range that a vehicle can travel on a full tank of fuel. 408.6 Km

Mileage - ARAI ARAI certified fuel economy that has been tested under controlled conditions. 18 kmpl

Mileage - Owner Reported This is the fuel economy registered by Bikewale followers. --

Top Speed The maximum speed that a vehicle can achieve. 160 Kmph

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Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Braking System Braking system is used to reduce the speed of the vehicle or bring it to a standstill. Dual Channel ABS

Front Brake Type Most vehicles feature a disc brake at the front although some commuter segment products come with a drum setup. Disc

Front Brake Size Front brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 300 mm

Rear Tyre Size Rear tyre size indicates the profile of the rear tyre. 180/55 - B18

Tyre Type Tyre types are divided into two - Tubeless and Tube Type. Tubeless

Radial Tyres Radial tyres use steel belts that run at a 90-degree angle with the tread line. No

Rear Brake Type Most vehicles come with a drum brake setup at the back although higher spec models feature a disc brake at the rear. Disc

Rear Brake Size Rear brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 300 mm

Calliper Type Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 4 Piston Caliper

Wheel Type Wheel types include two types - Wire-spoke and Alloy wheels. Alloy

Front Wheel Size Front wheel size indicates the diameter of the front wheel. 18 inch

Rear Wheel Size Rear wheel size indicates the diameter of the rear wheel. 18 inch

Front Tyre Size Front tyre size indicate the profile of the front tyre. 130/70 - B18

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) 36 psi

Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) 40 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) 36 psi

Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) 40 psi

Front Suspension Front suspension usually includes telescopic forks. 49 mm Dual Bending Valve

Rear Suspension Rear suspension setup mostly uses a rear mono-shock. Premium standard height hand-adjustable rear suspension

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Dimensions & Chassis

Kerb Weight Kerb weight of the motorcycle is the total weight of a vehicle that is ready for operation. It includes all standard equipment and necessary consumables. 375 kg

Overall Length Overall length of the vehicle is the total length of a two-wheeler from the front to the back. 2,450 mm

Overall Width Total width of the vehicle. 960 mm

Wheelbase The wheelbase is the distance between the front and the rear wheel. 1,625 mm

Ground Clearance The ground clearance is the distance between the ground and the lowest point of a vehicle. 135 mm

Seat Height The seat height is the height of the rider's saddle from the ground. 705 mm

Overall Height Overall height is the tallest point of a motorcycle, usually the mirror or the top of a windscreen. 1,430 mm

Chassis Type The chassis type is the primary/main frame of a two-wheeler. Mild steel; tubular frame

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Manufacturer Warranty

Standard Warranty (Year) 2 Year

Standard Warranty (Kilometers) Unlimited Km

Features

Odometer Odometer keeps the track of the total kilometres travelled by a vehicle in its lifetime. Digital

DRLs (Daytime running lights) Daytime Running Lights, as the name suggest, are the lights that stay ON when the main headlight is switched off. This feature makes a vehicle easily visible in the rear view mirror of other vehicles. Yes

Mobile App Connectivity Mobile App Connectivity connects the smartphone to the instrument cluster via Bluetooth to offer access to features such as incoming calls, messages, and music. No

Low Oil IndicatorYes

Low Battery IndicatorYes

Pillion BackrestNo

GPS & Navigation GPS & Navigation function works via Bluetooth to deliver directions on the instrument cluster. No

USB charging port A USB charging port can be used to charge devices on the go. The feature, which is either available as standard or via accessories, can come handy to recharge devices such as smartphones while riding a vehicle. No

Front storage box No

Under seat storage No

AHO (Automatic Headlight On) Automatic Headlight On feature keeps the main headlamp of the vehicle running all the time. This improves the visibility of a motorcycle/scooter in the rear-view mirror of vehicle ahead. Yes

Speedometer Speedometer gives an indication of the current speed at which a vehicle is travelling. Digital

Fuel Guage Fuel guage indicates the level of fuel available in the tank of a vehicle. Yes

Digital Fuel Guage Digital fuel guage shows the information about the fuel level in a vehicle through a digital display. Yes

Tachometer Tachometer shows the real-time reading of the revs per minute (RPM) at which the engine is operating. Digital

Stand Alarm Stand alarm notifies the rider if the side stand of the vehicle is engaged. Some vehicles comes with a side stand cut-off feature that does not allow the motor to start until the side stand is lifted. Yes

Stepped Seat In a stepped seat layout, the pillion seat is slightly taller than the rider seat. Yes

No. of Tripmeters No of tripmeters indicate the total number of trip meters that a vehicle's instrument cluster features. Usually, premium vehicles come with two trip meters, while budget two-wheelers feature a single trip meter. 2

Tripmeter Type Tripmeters are available in two type - analogue and digital. The analogue unit usually features a single trip meter while a digital display may come with two trip meters. Digital

Low Fuel Indicator Low fuel indicator aims to remind the rider that the vehicle is running low on fuel, and it should be refueled soon. Yes

Pillion GrabrailYes

Pillion SeatYes

Pillion FootrestYes

Start TypeElectric Start

Shift LightYes

KillswitchYes

ClockYes

BatteryMaintenance-free, 12V

Headlight TypeLED

Brake/Tail LightLED

Turn SignalLED

Pass LightYes

Additional featuresCruise Control

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FAQs about Harley-Davidson Road King

Q: What is the on-road price of Harley-Davidson Road King in 2023?

A: The 2023 on-road price of Harley-Davidson Road King in Delhi is Rs. 31,91,204. This on-road price includes the ex-showroom price, RTO and insurance charges.
Q: Which is better Harley-Davidson Road King or Harley-Davidson Fat Boy?

A: Harley-Davidson Road King is priced at Rs. 28,58,385, has a 1746 cc 6 Speed Manual engine, and weighs 375 kg, whereas, the price of Harley-Davidson Fat Boy is Rs. 22,11,145 with a 1868 cc 6 Speed Manualengine, and weighing 317 kg. You can compare Harley-Davidson Road King vs Harley-Davidson Fat Boy based on their detailed specifications, features, prices and reviews.
Q: What are the colour options of Harley-Davidson Road King?

A: Harley-Davidson Road King is available in 3 colours which are Vivid Black, Billiard Red and Midnight Crimson / Stone Washed White Pearl. You can check all the colour images of Harley-Davidson Road King.
Q: What are the key specifications of Harley-Davidson Road King?

A: Harley-Davidson Road King is a Cruiser bike that weighs 375 kg, has a 1746 cc BS-VI engine and a fuel capacity of 22.7 litres. You can check the full specifications and features.

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2021 Harley-Davidson Road King: Review Image Gallery
27 November 2021
Anuj Mishra
The Road King is a long-distance highway mile-muncher from Harley-Davidson. We recently got fortunate enough to spend some quality days with this American bagger.