2002 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Harley-Davidson's touring motorcycle lineup, the 2002 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King features a 1449 cc (88.4 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 110 Nm (81.1 lb-ft) at 3,100 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through belt final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 95.3 x 101.6 mm (3.8 x 4.0 inches) with a 8.8:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the FLHR Road King measures 345 kg (761 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 693 mm (27.3 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,592 mm (62.7 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.
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.
Standover Height
693 mm (27.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1449.0 ccm (88.42 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque110.0 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) @ 3100 RPM
Compression8.8:1
Bore x Stroke95.3 x 101.6 mm (3.8 x 4.0 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
CoolingAir
Transmission
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Chassis
Wheelbase1592 mm (62.7 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesDual disc
Front Brake Ø292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø292 mm (11.5 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight345.0 kg (760.6 pounds)
Seat Height693 mm (27.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Torque
Torque is useful for judging real-world pull, especially for touring, commuting and loaded riding.
Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
