2009 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King

Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King 2009


2009 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Harley-Davidson's profilation of this bike
Harley-Davidson styling heritage meets long-range riding comfort in the Road King. The large detachable windshield and injection-moulded GTX® saddlebags make this a versatile motorcycle suitable for touring, commuting or cruising.

General information
Model name Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King
Model year 2009
Category Touring
Rating 4.0  See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 1584.0 ccm (96.66 cubic inches)
Engine type V2, four-stroke
Torque 131.0 Nm (13.4 kgf-m or 96.6 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
Compression 9.2:1
Bore x stroke 95.3 x 111.1 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition Single-fire, non-wasted, map-controlled spark ignition
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Belt (final drive)
Clutch 9-plate, wet
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type New mild steel, single spar rigid backbone with
Rake (fork angle) 26.0°
Trail 173 mm (6.8 inches)
Front suspension 41.3mm telescopic fork
Front wheel travel 117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear suspension Air-adjustable
Rear wheel travel 76 mm (3.0 inches)
Front tire 130/80-B17
Rear tire 180/65-B16
Front brakes Single disc. 4-piston, ABS
Diameter 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. 4-piston, ABS
Diameter 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 355.0 kg (782.6 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 345.0 kg (760.6 pounds)
Seat height 715 mm (28.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length 2465 mm (97.0 inches)
Ground clearance 145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1625 mm (64.0 inches)
Fuel capacity 22.70 litres (6.00 US gallons)
Oil capacity 3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts)
Other specifications
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,
Starter Electric
Comments Windscreen. Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment covers; Chrome, low-profile fuel tank console; Clear-lens reflector-optics headlamp; Full-length height adjustable rider footboards; Full-length height adjustable passenger footboards; New redesigned rider footboard supports for increased lean angle; Stainless steel, “buffalo” handlebars; One-piece, two-up Road King® classic seat; Clear, large Lexan® quick-release detachable windshield; Injection-moulded GTX® saddlebags with locks;
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Maintenance and service specs *
Engine oil SAE 20W-50
Oil filter PC Racing Flo - PCS4BC
Brake fluid DOT 4
Battery YB30L-B
Spark plugs NGK DCPR8E, NGK DCPR8EIX
Belt teeth 140
Belt width 1 in
Pulley teeth 32/68 (front/rear)
Fork tube size 41 mm (1.6 inches)
*) Always verify maintenance and service data with the bike owner's manual.
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