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FLHR Road King

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67 /100 Sporty
Torque
110 Nm
Engine
1449 ccm

2003 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Harley-Davidson's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2003 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 a 5-speed gearbox and 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) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 739 mm (29.1 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 18.8-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
739 mm (29.1 in)
Engine
Displacement 1449.0 ccm (88.42 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details V2, four-stroke
Torque 110.0 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) @ 3100 RPM
Compression 8.8:1
Bore x Stroke 95.3 x 101.6 mm (3.8 x 4.0 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel System Carburettor
Fuel Control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition Single-fire, non-wasted, map-controlled spark ignition.
Lubrication Dry sump. Internally mounted, crank driven gerotor pressure and dual scavenge pump.
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Belt (final drive)
Chassis
Frame Type Steel, square-section backbone with twin downtubes.
Rake 26.0°
Trail 157 mm (6.2 inches)
Front Suspension 41.3mm Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension Dual air adjustable shocks
Wheelbase 1592 mm (62.7 inches)
Ground Clearance 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre MT90-B16
Rear Tyre MU85-B16
Front Brakes Double disc. Four-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. Four-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 345.0 kg (760.6 pounds)
Weight incl. 345.0 kg (760.6 pounds)
Seat Height 739 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity 18.80 litres (4.97 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Vivid black, gunmetal pearl, luxury rich red pearl, white pearl, luxury blue pearl
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Cruising & Touring
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Seat Height
73.9 cm / 29.1 in
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Handling
Heavy bike — requires confident handling
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