2012 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King
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2012 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King Review
Timeless boulevard cruiser style fully-equipped for comfortable long-distance touring
When the original Harley-Davidson® Road King® motorcycle was introduced in 1994, it didn’t take long for it to obtain iconic status.
Its heritage goes all the way back to the original 1965 Electra Glide® model. It may look like a timeless boulevard cruiser, but it is also a fully equipped, long-distance tourer.
The Road King® model features a detachable windshield, an air-adjustable touring rear suspension, and a comfortable seating position – just what rider and passenger demand for long-distance comfort. Spacious, injectionmolded saddlebags are standard, making it easy to pack for whatever lies ahead. The new, standard 1690 cc Twin Cam 103™ engine and 6-Speed Cruise Drive® transmission provide power and smoothness, and features an integrated oil cooler. The Security Package Option bundles an anti-lock braking system and Harley-Davidson® Smart Security system for greater value, making it easier to upgrade your ride straight from the factory.
2012 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King Model Highlights
NEW Rubber-mounted Twin Cam 103™ V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) with heated O2 sensors and Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
NEW Tubeless Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced wheel option
NEW Paint color options
- Security Package Option including factory-installed Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System with hands-free fob and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Black powder-coated powertrain with chrome covers
- Chrome 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers
- Black, 28-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels with narrow whitewall tires
- Chrome, low profile fuel tank console with electronic speedometer
- Clean rear fender and low-mounted license plate module with LED illumination
- Deep FL front fender with trim
- Stainless steel, ergonomic handlebar
- One-piece, two-up Road King® seat, sculpted for added comfort and easier straddling
- Clear, large Lexan® quick-release detachable windshield
- Injection-molded hard saddlebags, 2.26 cu. ft. volume
- Large Hiawatha headlight and chrome nacelle
- Auxiliary passing lights
2012 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King Features and Benefits
- 6-Speed Cruise Drive® transmission with integrated Isolated Drive System (IDS)
- Dunlop® “Multi-Tread” rear tire construction extends tire life by 25 percent
- Brembo® 4-piston front and rear caliper with dual front rotor brake system
- Air-adjustable rear shocks
- Full-length rider footboards
- Height-adjustable passenger footboards
- Six-gallon fuel tank
- Optional Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Optional electronic cruise control
Specifications
US MSRP Price: Vivid Black $17,499, Solids $17,909, Two-Tones $18,279 USD
Dimensions
Length 95.0 in. (2413 mm)
Overall Width 37.4 in. (950 mm)
Overall Height 55.1 in. (1400 mm)
Seat Height:
- Laden2 26.5 in. (673 mm)
- Unladen 28.0 in. (711 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.1 in. (130 mm)
Rake (steering head) 26°
Fork Angle 29.2°
Trail 6.69 in. (170 mm)
Wheelbase 63.5 in. (1613 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson® Series, bias narrow whitewall):
- Front – D408F NW 130/80B17 65H
- Rear – D407 NW 180/65B16 81H
Fuel Capacity 6.0 gal. (22.7 L) (warning light at approximately 1.0 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 4.0 qts. (3.8 L)
Transmission Capacity 1.0 qt. (.95 L)
Primary Chain
Case Capacity 1.4 qts. (1.3 L)
Weight:
- As Shipped 775 lbs. (351.5 kg)
- In Running Order 812 lbs. (368.3 kg)
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1360 lbs. (616.9 kg)
- Gross Axle Weight Rating
- Front 500 lbs. (226.8 kg)
- Rear 927 lbs. (420.5 kg)
Luggage Capacity
- Volume 2.26 cu. ft. (0.0633 m3)
Engine
Engine Air-cooled Twin Cam 103™ with Integrated Oil-Cooler
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.875 in. x 4.38 in. (98.4 mm x 111.3 mm)
Displacement 103 cu. in. (1690 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.6:1
Fuel System3 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Fiberglass, washable
Lubrication System Pressurized, dry-sump with oil cooler
Drivetrain
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 32/68 ratio
Clutch Multi-plate, wet
Transmission 6-Speed Cruise Drive®
Gear Ratios (overall): U.S.
- 1st 9.593
- 2nd 6.65
- 3rd 4.938
- 4th 4
- 5th 3.407
- 6th 2.875
Chassis
Frame Mild steel; tubular frame; two-piece stamped and welded backbone; cast and forged junctions; twin downtubes; bolt-on rear frame with forged fender supports; MIG welded
Swingarm Mild steel; two-piece drawn and welded section; forged junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks 41.3 mm telescopic
Rear Shocks Air-adjustable
Wheels4 (Tubeless Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced option):
Black 28-Spoke Cast Aluminum
- Front 17 in. x 3 in. (432 mm x 76 mm)
- Rear 16 in. x 5 in. (406 mm x 127 mm)
Brakes:
- Caliper Type 32 mm, 4-piston fixed front and rear
- Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, fixed rotors
- Front (dual) 11.81 in. x .2 in. (300 mm x 5.1 mm)
- Rear 11.81 in. x .28 in. (300 mm x 7.1 mm)
- Anti-lock Braking System: Available
Suspension Travel:
- Front Wheel 4.6 in. (117 mm)
- Rear Wheel 3 in. (76 mm)
Engineered for Sidecar Use: Available
Performance
Engine Torque5 (per J1349):
- North America 100 ft. lbs. @ 3250 RPM (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM)
Lean Angle (per J1168):
- Right 33°
- Left 31°
Fuel Economy6
(EPA urban/highway test) 42 mpg (5.6 L/100 km)
Electric
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating)
Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 28-amp/hour, 370 cca
Charging Three-phase, 50-amp system (585W @ 13V, 2000 rpm, 650W max power @ 13V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
- Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
- Tail/Stop Lights 8W/28W (5W/21W)
- Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
- Indicator Lamps (except where prohibited by law): High beam, running lights, front fender running lights, directional light bar, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, turn signals, security system7 (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warning, cruise control (optional), ABS (optional) Two @ 35W each
Warranty
Warranty8 24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service Interval9 First 1000 miles (1600 km), every 5000 miles (8000 km) thereafter
Timeless boulevard cruiser style fully-equipped for comfortable long-distance touring
When the original Harley-Davidson® Road King® motorcycle was introduced in 1994, it didn’t take long for it to obtain iconic status.
Its heritage goes all the way back to the original 1965 Electra Glide® model. It may look like a timeless boulevard cruiser, but it is also a fully equipped, long-distance tourer.
The Road King® model features a detachable windshield, an air-adjustable touring rear suspension, and a comfortable seating position – just what rider and passenger demand for long-distance comfort. Spacious, injectionmolded saddlebags are standard, making it easy to pack for whatever lies ahead. The new, standard 1690 cc Twin Cam 103™ engine and 6-Speed Cruise Drive® transmission provide power and smoothness, and features an integrated oil cooler. The Security Package Option bundles an anti-lock braking system and Harley-Davidson® Smart Security system for greater value, making it easier to upgrade your ride straight from the factory.
2012 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King Model Highlights
NEW Rubber-mounted Twin Cam 103™ V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) with heated O2 sensors and Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
NEW Tubeless Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced wheel option
NEW Paint color options
- Security Package Option including factory-installed Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System with hands-free fob and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Black powder-coated powertrain with chrome covers
- Chrome 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers
- Black, 28-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels with narrow whitewall tires
- Chrome, low profile fuel tank console with electronic speedometer
- Clean rear fender and low-mounted license plate module with LED illumination
- Deep FL front fender with trim
- Stainless steel, ergonomic handlebar
- One-piece, two-up Road King® seat, sculpted for added comfort and easier straddling
- Clear, large Lexan® quick-release detachable windshield
- Injection-molded hard saddlebags, 2.26 cu. ft. volume
- Large Hiawatha headlight and chrome nacelle
- Auxiliary passing lights
2012 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King Features and Benefits
- 6-Speed Cruise Drive® transmission with integrated Isolated Drive System (IDS)
- Dunlop® “Multi-Tread” rear tire construction extends tire life by 25 percent
- Brembo® 4-piston front and rear caliper with dual front rotor brake system
- Air-adjustable rear shocks
- Full-length rider footboards
- Height-adjustable passenger footboards
- Six-gallon fuel tank
- Optional Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Optional electronic cruise control
Specifications
US MSRP Price: Vivid Black $17,499, Solids $17,909, Two-Tones $18,279 USD
Dimensions
Length 95.0 in. (2413 mm)
Overall Width 37.4 in. (950 mm)
Overall Height 55.1 in. (1400 mm)
Seat Height:
- Laden2 26.5 in. (673 mm)
- Unladen 28.0 in. (711 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.1 in. (130 mm)
Rake (steering head) 26°
Fork Angle 29.2°
Trail 6.69 in. (170 mm)
Wheelbase 63.5 in. (1613 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson® Series, bias narrow whitewall):
- Front – D408F NW 130/80B17 65H
- Rear – D407 NW 180/65B16 81H
Fuel Capacity 6.0 gal. (22.7 L) (warning light at approximately 1.0 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 4.0 qts. (3.8 L)
Transmission Capacity 1.0 qt. (.95 L)
Primary Chain
Case Capacity 1.4 qts. (1.3 L)
Weight:
- As Shipped 775 lbs. (351.5 kg)
- In Running Order 812 lbs. (368.3 kg)
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1360 lbs. (616.9 kg)
- Gross Axle Weight Rating
- Front 500 lbs. (226.8 kg)
- Rear 927 lbs. (420.5 kg)
Luggage Capacity
- Volume 2.26 cu. ft. (0.0633 m3)
Engine
Engine Air-cooled Twin Cam 103™ with Integrated Oil-Cooler
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.875 in. x 4.38 in. (98.4 mm x 111.3 mm)
Displacement 103 cu. in. (1690 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.6:1
Fuel System3 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Fiberglass, washable
Lubrication System Pressurized, dry-sump with oil cooler
Drivetrain
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 32/68 ratio
Clutch Multi-plate, wet
Transmission 6-Speed Cruise Drive®
Gear Ratios (overall): U.S.
- 1st 9.593
- 2nd 6.65
- 3rd 4.938
- 4th 4
- 5th 3.407
- 6th 2.875
Chassis
Frame Mild steel; tubular frame; two-piece stamped and welded backbone; cast and forged junctions; twin downtubes; bolt-on rear frame with forged fender supports; MIG welded
Swingarm Mild steel; two-piece drawn and welded section; forged junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks 41.3 mm telescopic
Rear Shocks Air-adjustable
Wheels4 (Tubeless Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced option):
Black 28-Spoke Cast Aluminum
- Front 17 in. x 3 in. (432 mm x 76 mm)
- Rear 16 in. x 5 in. (406 mm x 127 mm)
Brakes:
- Caliper Type 32 mm, 4-piston fixed front and rear
- Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, fixed rotors
- Front (dual) 11.81 in. x .2 in. (300 mm x 5.1 mm)
- Rear 11.81 in. x .28 in. (300 mm x 7.1 mm)
- Anti-lock Braking System: Available
Suspension Travel:
- Front Wheel 4.6 in. (117 mm)
- Rear Wheel 3 in. (76 mm)
Engineered for Sidecar Use: Available
Performance
Engine Torque5 (per J1349):
- North America 100 ft. lbs. @ 3250 RPM (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM)
Lean Angle (per J1168):
- Right 33°
- Left 31°
Fuel Economy6
(EPA urban/highway test) 42 mpg (5.6 L/100 km)
Electric
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating)
Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 28-amp/hour, 370 cca
Charging Three-phase, 50-amp system (585W @ 13V, 2000 rpm, 650W max power @ 13V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
- Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
- Tail/Stop Lights 8W/28W (5W/21W)
- Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
- Indicator Lamps (except where prohibited by law): High beam, running lights, front fender running lights, directional light bar, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, turn signals, security system7 (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warning, cruise control (optional), ABS (optional) Two @ 35W each
Warranty
Warranty8 24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service Interval9 First 1000 miles (1600 km), every 5000 miles (8000 km) thereafter
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