Touring Motorcycles

2006Harley-Davidson FLHRI Road King

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The 2006 Harley-Davidson FLHRI Road King is a classic cruiser designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort and iconic American style. Its fuel-injected 1442cc V-twin engine delivers smooth, reliable power with 116.61 lb-ft of torque, while the low-slung chassis and spacious seating make it ideal for extended highway touring. Best known for its timeless touring credentials and heritage appeal.

Capacity: 1442.2 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 327.9 kg
Seat height: 704 mm
Power: 67.0 HP (49.3 kW)

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What’s new for the 2006 Harley-Davidson FLHRI Road King

vs the 2005

Spec	2005	2006
Engine capacity	1449.0 ccm (88.42 cubic inches)	1442.2 ccm (88.01 cubic inches)
Torque	109.0 Nm (11.1 kgf-m or 80.4 ft.lbs) @ 3400 RPM	116.6 Nm (11.9 kgf-m or 86.0 ft.lbs)
Dry weight	332.0 kg (731.9 pounds)	327.9 kg (722.9 pounds)
Seat height	693 mm (27.3 inches)	704 mm (27.7 inches)
Wheelbase	1592 mm (62.7 inches)	1613 mm (63.5 inches)

Other years 2004 2005 2006

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering35%

City riding45%

Daily riding60%

Touring92%

Two-up85%

Track10%

Best for: Built primarily for relaxed long-distance highway touring and boulevard cruising rather than outright speed or sport riding.
Built for: A classic big-twin American tourer with a torque-rich V2 engine, deep exhaust note, and stately, unhurried road manners.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or quick acceleration.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 704mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2006 Harley-Davidson FLHRI Road King, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1442.2 ccm
Power: 67.0 HP (49.3 kW)
Torque: 116.6 Nm (11.9 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2043 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 95.3 x 101.6 mm
Compression: 8.8:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Multi-plate clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1613 mm
Overall length: 2380 mm
Seat height: 704 mm
Dry weight: 327.9 kg
Wet weight: 342.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.90 litres
Ground clearance: 130 mm

Chassis & suspension

Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 157 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Rear brakes: Single disc
Front tyre: MT90-B16
Rear tyre: Mu85-B16

Other

Color options: Vivid black, black cherry, black pearl, fire red pearl, deep cobalt; glacier white pearl, two-tone rich sunglo blue and chopper blue, two-tone chopper blue and brilliant silver, two-tone black cherry and black pearl, two-tone fire red pearl and vivid blac

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2004	2005	2006
Capacity	1449.00 ccm (88.42 cubic inches)	1449.00 ccm (88.42 cubic inches)	1442.15 ccm (88.00 cubic inches)
Dry weight	332.0 kg (731.9 pounds)	332.0 kg (731.9 pounds)	327.9 kg (723.0 pounds)
Seat height	693 mm (27.3 inches)	693 mm (27.3 inches)	704 mm (27.7 inches)
Fuel capacity	18.90 litres (4.99 gallons)	18.90 litres (4.99 gallons)	18.92 litres (5.00 gallons)
Color options	Vivid black, sierra red, luxury teal, smokey gold, two-tone luxury blue and impact blue, two-tone sierra red and brilliant silver	Vivid black, sierra red pearl, smokey gold pearl, black cherry pearl, black pearl, glacier white pearl, two-tone rich sunglo blue and chopper blue pearl, two-tone chopper blue pearl and brilliant silver pearl, two-tone black cherry pearl and black pearl,	Vivid black, black cherry, black pearl, fire red pearl, deep cobalt; glacier white pearl, two-tone rich sunglo blue and chopper blue, two-tone chopper blue and brilliant silver, two-tone black cherry and black pearl, two-tone fire red pearl and vivid blac