2000Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King

Rate this bike

20 fields on record

The 2000 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King is a classic American cruiser that appeals to riders seeking comfortable, long-distance touring on a heavyweight motorcycle. Its 1499cc V-twin engine delivers muscular torque for relaxed, confident riding, while the spacious seating and manageable 345kg weight make it accessible to experienced cruiser enthusiasts. The Road King is renowned for combining timeless styling with reliable performance and touring capability.

Capacity: 1499.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 345.0 kg
Seat height: 692 mm
Power: 67.0 HP (49.3 kW)

⇄ Compare with another bike All model years

Other years 2000 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail3%

Cornering40%

City riding35%

Daily riding60%

Touring92%

Two-up90%

Track5%

Best for: Classic American highway touring and relaxed cruising, with removable windshield and hard bags for long-haul two-up travel.
Built for: Big-torque Twin Cam 103 V-twin that lopes down the highway with effortless roll-on, chrome charm and stately, unhurried presence.
Not ideal for: Not for off-road, track days, tight-city darting or riders seeking nimble sporty handling and quick lean-angle cornering.

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

Will it fit you?

Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to us

Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 692mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2000 Harley-Davidson FLHR 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.

More bikes at 750 mm or under — Short Kings →

Find bikes that fit your height →

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1499.0 ccm
Power: 67.0 HP (49.3 kW)
Torque: 110.0 Nm (11.2 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1942 HP/kg (dry)
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt

Performance

Top speed: 165.0 km/h (102.5 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1612 mm
Seat height: 692 mm
Dry weight: 345.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.90 litres

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Rear brakes: Single disc

Other

Color options: Black, red, blue, lilac, orange, blue/gray, orange/gray, red/black, green/black

Specs last verified against published sources: September 2026.

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	2000	2007	2009	2010	2012
Capacity	1499 cc	1584 cc	1584 cc	1584 cc	1688 cc
Dry weight	345 kg	334 kg	349 kg	349 kg	352 kg
Seat height	692 mm	759 mm	673 mm	693 mm	673 mm
Fuel capacity	18.9 L	18.9 L	22.7 L	22.7 L	22.7 L