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Road King Special - 2025 Specifications and Reviews

The 2025 Harley-Davidson Road King Special is a classic cruiser designed for riders seeking authentic touring capability with timeless styling. Known for its commanding presence, comfortable seating position, and reliable performance, it excels at long-distance highway riding while delivering the iconic Harley character. Its generous 22.71-liter fuel capacity and manageable weight make it accessible to experienced cruiser enthusiasts.

2025
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General information

Color OptionsVivid Black, Whiskey Fire, Billiard Gray,
PriceUS$ 25749. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
CategoryTouring
ModelHarley-Davidson Road King Special
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

StartingElectric
Emission126.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel Consumption5.47 litres/100 km (18.3 km/l or 43.00 mpg)
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling SystemAir
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
InductionInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Bore x Stroke102.0 x 114.3 mm (4.0 x 4.5 inches)
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Max Torque165.4 Nm (16.9 kgf-m or 122.0 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM
Engine DetailsMilwaukee-Eight 114
Capacity1868.0 ccm (113.99 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel Capacity22.71 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Wheelbase1625 mm (64.0 inches)
Ground Clearance124 mm (4.9 inches)
Overall Width991 mm (39.0 inches)
Overall Length2420 mm (95.3 inches)
Seat Height696 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/Weight Ratio0.2706 HP/kg
Wet Weight366.1 kg (807.0 pounds)
Dry Weight351.1 kg (774.0 pounds)
 
 

Road King Special dimensions and frame

WheelsGloss Black Prodigy wheels. Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall tires.
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. 4-piston
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. 4-piston
Rear Tyre180/55-B18
Front Tyre130/60-B19
Rear SuspensionTwin shocks, premium low hand-adjustable
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork, 49 mm dual bending valve
Trail175 mm (6.9 inches)

Other specs

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Fork tube size49 mm (1.9 inches)
Tire pressure rear41 PSI (2.8 Bar or 280 kPa)
Tire pressure front36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)
Belt teeth140
Sprockets32/68 (front/rear)
Idle speed850 RPM
Spark plugsNGK CR9E, NGK CR9EIX
BatteryYIX30L
Brake fluidDOT 4
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LightingLED headlight
ElectricalLED 34-watt, 915 lumen low beam, 37-watt, 915 lumen high beam; 8W/28W tail/stop, front signal lights and rear turn signals
InstrumentsGauges styled to complement each vehicle. Display features odometer, trip A, trip B, range to empty and gear indicator; and larger tell-tale indicators
Oil capacity4.90 litres (5.18 US quarts)
Rake (fork angle)26.0°
Exhaust systemBlack, 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers
DrivelineChain, 34/46 ratio primary drive
Lubrication systemDry sump
Power95.0 HP (69.3 kW)) @ 5020 RPM
Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Year2025

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