2000 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2000 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King custom - cruiser motorcycle, Harley-Davidson features a 1499 cc (91.5 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 67 HP (48.9 kW) at 5,200 rpm while maximum torque reaches 110 Nm (81.1 lb-ft) at 3,100 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 44.7 HP per liter and a 2,100 rpm working window between peak torque (3,100 rpm) and peak power (5,200 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the FLHR Road King measures 345 kg (761 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.19 HP/kg (5.15 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 692 mm (27.2 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,612 mm (63.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 18.9-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 165 km/h (103 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 10 indexed model years from 2000 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
44.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.19 HP/kg (5.15 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,100–5,200 rpm
Standover Height
692 mm (27.2 in)
Engine
Displacement1499.0 ccm (91.47 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power67.0 HP (48.9 kW)) @ 5200 RPM
Torque110.0 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) @ 3100 RPM
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed165.0 km/h (102.5 mph)
Chassis
Wheelbase1612 mm (63.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesDual disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight345.0 kg (760.6 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1942 HP/kg
Seat Height692 mm (27.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity18.90 litres (4.99 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack, red, blue, lilac, orange, blue/gray, orange/gray, red/black, green/black
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
