2014 Harley-Davidson Road King Police Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2014 Harley-Davidson Road King Police touring motorcycle, Harley-Davidson pairs a 1688 cc (103 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 142 Nm (104.7 lb-ft) at 3,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 98.4 x 111.3 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches) with a 9.6:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Road King Police measures 380.1 kg (838 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,626 mm (64 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 22.71-liter (6 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.6 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 406 km (252 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2013 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~406 km (252 mi)
Engine
Displacement1688.0 ccm (103.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsPushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Torque142.0 Nm (14.5 kgf-m or 104.7 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM
Compression9.6:1
Bore x Stroke98.4 x 111.3 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
LubricationPressurized, dry-sump with oil cooler
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate, wet
DrivelineChain, 34/46 ratio primary drive
Performance
Fuel Consumption5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases129.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame TypeMild steel; tubular frame; two-piece stamped and welded backbone; cast and forged junctions; twin downtubes; bolt-on rear frame with forged fender supports; MIG welded
Rake26.0°
Trail170 mm (6.7 inches)
Front Suspension41.3 mm telescopic
Front Travel117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionAir-adjustable full travel air ride. Mild steel, two-piece drawn and welded section, forged junctions, MIG welded swingarm. .
Rear Travel76 mm (3.0 inches)
Wheelbase1626 mm (64.0 inches)
Ground Clearance145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/80-B17
Rear Tyre180/65-B16
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS, 4-piston fixed
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS, 4-piston fixed
Rear Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
WheelsImpeller Cast Aluminum Wheels
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight367.0 kg (809.0 pounds)
Weight incl.380.1 kg (838.0 pounds)
Overall Length2461 mm (96.9 inches)
Overall Width930 mm (36.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel3.79 litres (1.00 US gallons)
Oil Capacity3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack, White, Black/white, Blue/white, Green/white
ElectricalSealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 28-amp/hour, 270 cca (per Battery Council International Rating) battery.
LightQuartz halogen, 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam headlamp.
Use this page to compare this motorcycle by its real specifications, not only by model name. Focus on the details that affect fit, comfort, handling, range and ownership.
Torque
Torque is useful for judging real-world pull, especially for touring, commuting and loaded riding.
Weight
Compare weight carefully because it affects low-speed handling, parking and confidence.
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.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
