| General information | 
  
    | Model name | Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Road King | 
    | Year | 1997 | 
    | Category | Custom / cruiser | 
    | Rating | 3.0   See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike. | 
    
        | Engine and transmission | 
  
    | Displacement | 1338.0 ccm (81.64 cubic inches) | 
    | Engine type | V2, four-stroke | 
    | Power | 59.0 HP (43.1  kW)) @ 5000 RPM | 
    | Torque | 102.0 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM | 
    | Top speed | 150.0 km/h (93.2 mph) | 
    | Valves per cylinder | 2 | 
    | Cooling system | Air | 
    | Gearbox | 5-speed | 
    | Transmission type | Belt  (final drive) | 
    
        | Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | 
      
        | Physical measures and capacities | 
  
    | Dry weight | 314.0 kg (692.3 pounds) | 
    | Power/weight ratio | 0.1879 HP/kg | 
    | Seat height | 692 mm (27.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | 
    
        | Other specifications | 
  
    | Starter | Electric | 
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