H-D Road King Test

[@planetdisco4821]

53 and just got my LAMS so I’m starting off with a street 500, but yeah, this is it. The road king is what I’m getting for my 55th birthday. Great review!

[@Big-Si2253]

That's one of the best reviews of any bike that I've seen. Clear, concise and "warts and all."

[@TheCuttz1984]

That colour and chrome combo. Looks stunning. Your photos are fantastic. Thanks for the honest Aussie review

[@gingerross9284]

I ride a 2020 RK. Agree 100% with your assessment. Love this bike.

[@sinkandrelax]

Great review, mate. Lots of good info and a real seat-of-the-pants feel. Nice to have a comprehensive review on Aussie roads. This review is what I was looking for. Well done.

[@donaldsoncole3095]

The best HD for the average man with a blue collar budget !!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@daveswanson6066]

I have watched a lot of Road King reviews lately and this is the best of the lot by far!

[@Andre-hi9xn]

This is AN Harley, great job David, as always.

[@warrenjuengel6886]

Just got mine, 2021. It is my forever bike after 7 other Harleys and others. Been riding for 20 years, finally found my bike.

[@scotthausam6445]

Absolutely beautiful bike and color combo!

[@martrex]

Have just bought a previously loved 2008 Road King. Not picked up yet until new tyres arrive for roadworthy. Watching this video I'm hoping I get something similar in style, performance a little less I'll accept :) I'm sure I'm going to love it.

[@K31011]

Great review of the RK really appreciate you clear thoughts and calm voice.

[@garyboman5018]

Great, accurate review. I picked up my 2020 RK Standard in Stone Washed White pearl last August. Traded in a 2010 Street Glide. Love the visibility and simplicity of the RK.

[@19Trent69]

Couldnt agree more.... My old 2017 RK was an amazing handler, and with the Torque cam was a joy through the corners.... and yes still my favourite of HD Models ive owned,,,, and will yet again own another down the not too distant future... cheers for review

[@19Trent69]

Ive yet again ignited my love for this model, after finding my old 2017 RK up for sale at a dealer local to me 😎 .... now the job to aquire it into my possession 😃

[@andrewedmond7738]

Thanks for the very informative review from a riders perspective David. I have never owned a Harley, but the RK is the one that I have always admired for it's comfort and simplicity. I will be pulling the trigger on one of these next year when I retire. Colour options will be the hardest decision. G'day from Nth Qld mate. Love your work.

[@DavidCohenTV]

Cheers - thanks.

[@albertchassot1125]

Votre commentaire est très juste. Cet moto est idéale pour le voyage à 2. J’ai le top-caisse pour ma passagère. On roule souvent en montagne. Les virages serrés ne sont pas un problème pour la RK. La RK est très stable à basse vitesse, bien équilibrée. Elle est bien meilleure que ma BMW R 1200 GS, que j’avais avant, qui a le centre de gravité trop haut ! Quand je roule avec ma RK, c’est un grand plaisir à chaque fois. Fantastique moto !!

[@chrismelville8211]

I'm in the market and this was VERY helpful. Thank you Mr. Cohen.

[@thejerseyj9422]

Well done, thank you. Just yesterday I saw a Road King in "Barracuda Silver". WOW !!!

[@YoursInYeshua]

Love how the RKs are big, but rather agile. Just liked and subscribed 🤘

[@jordipi7652]

Pure motorcycle, you and the road, no computers to distract you in between.

[@jwrappuhn71]

Great review, beautiful bike.

[@k11ddtv]

This review genuinely makes me happy... Thanks

[@dadmadforgot4050]

Great review. Beautiful Australia!

[@kylefng]

This is a really good review.. I have a 2020 Road King, best bike I’ve ever owned. Great bikes!

[@leepolson5921]

great Dave! i have a 2019 king the Empress i call her!!! we love it!!! fantastic for two up!!!!

[@joerocket3rider603]

Not my style, that motorbike... and Harley’s in general, really, but always try to take in your reviews... some of the best film clips going... thank you, sir!

[@roadrash76]

I have a 2020 Road King. This is my second Road King, my first was a 2013 model with the 103. One of my favorite motorcycles is the Road King. My 2020 is an improvement over my first. It just gets better with each new model. I had a stage II torque cam done on my 2020 with a full exhaust system. That really made a significant difference in performance and made my Road King is just awesome.

[@docholliday6285]

An amazing bike. What a motorcycle should look like.

[@saddle8bag]

I got a 2020 last year. I'm going on 22k miles on it and agree completely. I've never been a HD fan or even owned one before, but this has become one of my favorite bikes. HD has really upped their game lately. I'm now a total fanboy!

[@ozziejim8472]

Good to hear. Still have it , still happy?

[@martinvanderwolf9583]

Great review. I love my 2020 RK in Stiletto red. Due to this covid shite i only have done 7200 kilometers.last year. Now its inside hiding from road salt. Greatings from Holland!

[@pistonrocker7123]

The Roadking will always remain in production at Harley-Davidson and is most wanted by the over 50s myself. I have a "19 Street Glide but am thinking about buying a new RK in" 23. Remains a great bike. Thx for share brother 👏🏼👏🏼

[@danthechippie4439]

Unfortunately they have stopped producing the RK standard as of 2023

[@sportyonetaubert5923]

@@danthechippie4439 The evidence I've seen says they are coming out with a model like a RK but with even older styling. Hopefully it's not a limited edition Icon.

[@kenh9097]

Awesome review Dave! Great photos also! Top notch..,

[@milanweiss8946]

Hi Dave, Road King is also my favourite bike and the best I have owned by far. Thanks for your mature reviews.

[@single55]

Love my 2017 laguna orange road king that he actually showed in the video. Great bike.

[@vmonk1474]

The 2020 models also got a different oil pump. I had one installed in my 2018 RK while they were doing a Stage 2.

[@ronmarvicsin7709]

My bike is a 18 Deluxe but I truly love the exact RK. Geez to own two bikes.

[@docholliday6285]

True. I've got a 2016 Deluxe and seriously considering adding the RK. Gorgeous bike.

[@mindspinn311]

I love the FLHR, especially in Kinetic Green or the rare Purple Fire. That said, I am intrigued by the new FLHT Electra Glide Standard. If the RK has a significant handing advantage then it’s an easy decision, but I haven’t ridden either.

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

EXACTLY what I say about the FLHR.. the perfect all around bike. It’s just as good running a mile away to the store, commuting to work, or crushing miles alone or two up. I love this bike so much. And it’s modular in nature .. pull the windshield off for a more hardcore cruiser look and feel. Windshield on for long hwy miles. The bars are the perfect place for me. It dips into tight u turns so well. Braking is bang on. The view over the bars is priceless! Guess u can tell how much I love my 2019 FLHR. The only thing I bitch about is the sound. It def isn’t my last ride.. 2010 Fatboy 96cu in TWIN CAM.. sounded amazing I have some Tab slip ons on order to hopefully get some sound back. Mine came with some Cobra Neighbor Haters.. should be called neighbor lovers they’re so damn quiet. Nice low rumble but ehhh. The old lady loves the quiet pipes. Hey! What gives HD? Those new wheels look dope. I’m not gonna whine about the 17s tho.. that’s some legit 1st world problems

[@grahamcutts2070]

Agree with everything you say. I wouldn’t change the Roadking for any other HD

[@ronmarvicsin7709]

I have a 18deluxe and would love to have this bike for long distance riding. Beautiful. Without the Road King 2024, I hope they improve some things like the lollipop turn signals, upgrade the 107 to least 114 cc. Also the Tach in the speedo something like the z deluxe which is nice and large.

[@morrisdennis]

Got one and luv it, get the stage 2 upgrade its amazing...

[@garybaldwin1061]

Good review. Gary Prescott AZ

[@LT2016USA]

Very very nice picture.

[@regiscalmes]

Great review. Many thanks

[@ronmarvicsin7709]

I keep watching this video on the spruce color RK. If I were to have a second and third HD this would be my touring bike. Hey HEAVY DUTY another blogger Robin the biker lady also rides this exact bike.

[@jamestownvirginia8463]

I have a 14 model with a 103, it runs great and I have gone from Virginia to California and back, a better touring bike has never been made.

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

The windshield for me land right where I don’t want it. If I slouch some I look thru it .. Or realllly sit upright I can kinda see over or. I need to have it cut down some I think. Regarding buffeting.. get some FANGS!!! Fork wind deflector. They work and look amazing. Extra chrome on the front. Looks mean

[@jonmullen9595]

👍 fantastic review

[@blackhawk2475]

Great film clip. Wondering how well does it compare to the 2020 Indian Springfield???

[@DavidCohenTV]

It's a few years since I've ridden a Springfield. I do really like them too though.

[@Liveharley1]

I am going to buy me a long hauler and the road king is looking like the one, excellent video you hit all the roads gave your opinion of the bike well done thank you my friend, Its a little different seeing you ride on the other side of the road, we ride on the right side, lol! Thank again.

[@billyrae1903]

Top video tiger 🐅

[@davidschneider8610]

Nice looking bike, love my 03 Fatboy but sure would like to take a longer trip on a RK. Just wondering about the infamous “death wobble” on the Harley touring bikes. Is that a thing of past? There are enough videos of that happening to make me think twice about the RK’s. Seems like everyone you talk to has a different opinion, so it’s hard to know.

[@DavidCohenTV]

Nah mate - been a long time since they wallowed. They got even better with the M8.

[@ronmarvicsin7709]

David did you ever test ride a Deluxe? What are your thoughts? I have a 18 deluxe.

[@ronmarvicsin7709]

Is the switch for the front lamps next to the turn signal switch it behind the lamps. ?

[@DavidCohenTV]

Behind the lamps - from memory.

[@ronmarvicsin7709]

@@DavidCohenTV the newer ones had them on the bar in behind the front rear. My No2 Biue

[@aussiebaggerbro]

Hi David, another great review. I am in the process of getting a 17 RK and would like to put a screen on it. Was wondering what size you would recommend, I am 6'4"? Cheers.

[@DavidCohenTV]

Cheers - one that is a few inches taller than stock. The dealers have test saddles and screens. Try one on for size. Also look at the extended reach saddle.

[@aussiebaggerbro]

David Cohen thanks David, I have been looking at the saddle men LS extended reach seats, how do you rate them? Also, what height is the stock windshield? Cheers.

[@MerrittW]

Great honest review, for me its my UL its my go anywhere forever bike.

[@curtis1951]

Cool color

[@ptitca136]

Hello! Tell me, where can I download your motorcycle photos?

[@philip7241]

The King still rules, but I do miss the 16" wheels on the new ones. I don't want the King to look "leaner and more agile". That's getting too close to a modern refined bike for my taste. Just my preference, I'm old school. And ride an older King.

[@richardanderson4916]

Give it a handfull? That's what she said! 😂

[@johncallahan3573]

Curious as to your thoughts on the 2021's return to a cable operated clutch. Big deal or much ado about nothing?

[@DavidCohenTV]

Actually - it's probably an improvement. I never noticed any difference between the clutch on Tourers or Softails. But some folks have to moan about something.

[@ozziejim8472]

It’s hard to hear a bad word about the RK.

[@kellytorres51]

What color is this bike?

[@donaldsoncole3095]

I believe it’s called SPRUCE ! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@brianthornton8441]

Silver Pine / Spruce

[@MrSoundsandVision]

Great video! ...sit at the dinner table! :-)

[@hiltonmcconnell2563]

Larger hoops but shorter wall on the tires make the over all Diameter almost the same. So what are you talking about hear, I seem to be getting different stories, Can some one set me straight if I am wrong , and who is wright hear.

[@morrisdennis]

The rk is the best bang 4 the buck

[@adambarczi6305]

Awful sound. These new harleys are too sterile for me. Harley Davidson has become a soft ball brand.

[@docholliday6285]

Nah, not live. HD still has the soul.

[@warrenjuengel6886]

Just got mine, 2021. It is my forever bike after 7 other Harleys and others. Been riding for 20 years, finally found my bike.

[@chaseechenrode8679]

What color is this bike?