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2009Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King

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The 2009 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King is an iconic cruiser-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking classic American style with long-distance capability. Its 1584cc V-twin engine delivers strong low-end torque ideal for highway cruising, while the spacious seating and comfortable ergonomics make it perfect for extended touring adventures. Known for its timeless design and reliable performance, the Road King remains a symbol of authentic motorcycle touring.

Capacity: 1584.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 348.8 kg
Seat height: 673 mm
Power: 75.0 HP (55.2 kW)

⇄ Compare with another bike All model years ⚠ Recalls listed (3)

What’s new for the 2009 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King

vs the 2008

Spec	2008	2009
Torque	125.6 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.6 ft.lbs)	131.0 Nm (13.4 kgf-m or 96.6 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
Dry weight	335.7 kg (740.1 pounds)	348.8 kg (769.0 pounds)
Seat height	759 mm (29.9 inches)	673 mm (26.5 inches)
Front suspension	—	41.3mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension	—	Air-adjustable
Front brakes	Single disc. Bremo. 4-piston calipers	Single disc. 4-piston, ABS
Rear brakes	Single disc. Bremo. 4-piston calipers	Single disc. 4-piston, ABS

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?

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Units

At 673mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2009 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a slightly forward 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 →

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1584.0 ccm
Power: 75.0 HP (55.2 kW)
Torque: 131.0 Nm (13.4 kgf-m) @ 3500 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2150 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 95.3 x 111.1 mm
Compression: 9.2:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: 9-plate, wet

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1625 mm
Overall length: 2465 mm
Seat height: 673 mm
Dry weight: 348.8 kg
Wet weight: 355.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.70 litres
Ground clearance: 145 mm
Oil capacity: 3.50 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: New mild steel, single spar rigid backbone with
Front suspension: 41.3mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Air-adjustable
Front wheel travel: 117 mm
Rear wheel travel: 76 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 173 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. 4-piston, ABS
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. 4-piston, ABS
Rear brakes diameter: 300 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 130/80-B17
Rear tyre: 180/65-B16

Other

Color options: Flame Blue Pearl and Pewter Pearl; Red Hot Sunglo and Smokey Gold; Vivid Black, Dark Blue Pearl, Red Hot Sunglo, White Gold Pearl and Pewter Pearl,

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

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 3 recalls may apply

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUIDJan 2018 · 18V076000

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all 2008-2011 Touring, CVO Touring and VSRC motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS), including Road King (FLHR), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHP), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHPE), Electra Glide Standard Police (EFI) (FLHTP), Electra Glide Classic (EFI) (FLHTC), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (EFI) (FLHTCU) and Street Glide (EFI) (FLHX), 2008 VROD (VRSCAWA), CVO Road King 4 (FLHRSE4), Night Rod (VRSCDA), CVO Ultra Classic 3 (FLHTCUSE3), Night Rod Special (VRSCDXA), 2008-2010 Road King Classic (EFI) (FLHRC), 2008-2009 Road Glide (EFI) (FLTR) and Electra Glide Standard (EFI) (FLHT), 2009-2010 V-Rod (VRSCAW), 2009 CVO Ultra Classic (FLHTCUSE4) and CVO Road Glide 3 (FLTRSE3), 2009-2011 Night Rod Special (VRSCDX) and V-Rod Muscle (VRSCF), 2010 CVO Ultra Classic 5 (FLHTCUSE5) and CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), 2010-2011 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (FLHTK) and Road Glide Custom (FLTRX), 2011 Road Glide Ultra 103 (FLTRU103), Street Glide 103 (FLHX103), Road King Classic 103 (FLHRC103), CVO Ultra Classic 6 (FLHTCUSE6), CVO Road Glide Ultra (FLTRUSE), Road Glide Custom 103 (FLTRX103), and CVO Street Glide 2 (FLHXSE2) motorcycles. Deposits may form on components within the brake system if the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period of time beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule specified in the Owners Manual.

Risk: These deposits may cause a valve within the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit to stick, reducing braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush the entire brake system with new Platinum Label DOT 4 brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0171.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCHOct 2011 · 11V506000

HARLEY-DAVIDSON IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2012 TOURING, CVO TOURING AND TRIKE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 6, 2008, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 16, 2011. SEE THE ABOVE LIST FOR THE MODELS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE REAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY BE EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE HEAT FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM.

Risk: THE EXCESSIVE HEAT MAY CAUSE THE SWITCH TO NOT ACTIVATE THE BRAKE LAMP OR ACTIVATE THE BRAKE LAMP WHEN NO BRAKE IS APPLIED AND/OR CAUSE A BRAKE FLUID LEAK AT THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH, AFFECTING REAR BRAKE PERFORMANCE. EITHER CONDITION MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: HARLEY-DAVIDSON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL A INSTALL A REAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH KIT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 31, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT 1-414-343-4056.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTINGDec 2009 · 09V457000

HARLEY-DAVIDSON IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 TOURING FAMILY MOTORCYCLES, INCLUDING CVO TOURING AND TRIKE PRODUCTS, MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 6, 2008 THROUGH NOVEMBER 19, 2009. THE FRONT FUEL TANK MOUNTS MAY DISTORT IN REACTION TO SEVERE FRAME DAMAGE FROM A FRONTAL COLLISION. THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE A FUEL LEAK AT THE WELD OF THE FRONT BRACKET TO THE TUNNEL.

Risk: A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE, WHICH COULD LEAD TO INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A LEFT AND RIGHT BRACE, WHICH ARE INTENDED TO REDUCE FRONT MOUNT DISTORTION DURING CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS. THIS REPAIR WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT 1-414-343-4056.

These recalls cover some 2009 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Harley-Davidson recalls →