Touring Motorcycles
2026Harley-Davidson Road King Special
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The 2026 Harley-Davidson Road King Special is a heavyweight touring cruiser designed for riders seeking classic styling with modern performance. Powered by the Milwaukee-Eight 114 V-twin engine producing 95 horsepower and 165.4 Nm of torque, it excels at long-distance highway cruising with comfortable ergonomics and extensive storage. This iconic model is renowned for its timeless design, dependable reliability, and commanding presence on the road.
- Capacity
- 1868.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 351.1 kg
- Seat height
- 696 mm
- Power
- 95.0 HP (69.3 kW) @ 5020 RPM
What’s new for the 2026 Harley-Davidson Road King Special
vs the 2025| Spec | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 95.0 HP (71.0 kW) @ 5020 RPM | 95.0 HP (69.3 kW) @ 5020 RPM |
| Seat height | 671 mm (26.4 inches) | 696 mm (27.4 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A stripped-down bagger built for relaxed long-haul highway cruising and open-road touring with saddlebags, windshield and cruise control.
- Built for
- Classic American V-twin muscle: massive 165Nm torque from the Milwaukee-Eight 114, effortless roll-on, and a commanding, nostalgic road presence.
- Not ideal for
- Not for off-road, tight-corner sport riding, track days, or riders wanting a light, flickable machine for stop-and-go city commuting.
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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Engine
- Capacity
- 1868.0 ccm
- Power
- 95.0 HP (69.3 kW) @ 5020 RPM
- Torque
- 165.4 Nm (16.9 kgf-m) @ 2750 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 5.50 litres/100 km (18.2 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2706 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 102.0 x 114.3 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump
- Spark plugs
- NGK CR9E, NGK CR9EIX
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
- Sprockets
- 32/68 (front/rear)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1625 mm
- Overall length
- 2420 mm
- Overall width
- 990 mm
- Overall height
- 1150 mm
- Seat height
- 696 mm
- Dry weight
- 351.1 kg
- Wet weight
- 366.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.70 litres
- Ground clearance
- 124 mm
- Oil capacity
- 4.90 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork, 49 mm dual bending valve
- Rear suspension
- Twin shocks, premium low hand-adjustable
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 175 mm
- Fork tube size
- 49 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. 4-piston
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. 4-piston
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 130/60B19
- Rear tyre
- 180/55B18
- Brake fluid
- DOT 4
- Tire pressure front
- 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)
- Tire pressure rear
- 41 PSI (2.8 Bar or 280 kPa)
Other
- Color options
- Vivid Black, Whiskey Fire, Billiard Gray,
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 | 2018 | 2020 | 2022 | 2024 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1868 cc | 1868 cc | 1868 cc | 1868 cc | 1868 cc |
| Dry weight | 355 kg | 355 kg | 351 kg | 355 kg | 351 kg |
| Seat height | 695 mm | 695 mm | 671 mm | 695 mm | 696 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22.7 L | 22.7 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.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Harley-Davidson Road King Special?
The 2026 Harley-Davidson Road King Special has a Capacity of 1868.0 ccm (113.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Harley-Davidson Road King Special have?
The 2026 Harley-Davidson Road King Special has a Power of 95.0 HP (69.3 kW) @ 5020 RPM.
How many gears does the Harley-Davidson Road King Special have?
The 2026 Harley-Davidson Road King Special has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Harley-Davidson Road King Special?
The 2026 Harley-Davidson Road King Special has a Torque of 165.4 Nm (16.9 kgf-m or 122.0 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM.
How much does the Harley-Davidson Road King Special weigh?
The 2026 Harley-Davidson Road King Special has a Dry weight of 351.1 kg (774.0 pounds).
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