2024 Harley-Davidson ROADKING S | Ride Review | The Hardest looking Motorcycle

[@Dirk1961-l7y]

I own a 2023 model and changed the handlebars direct for 14" apes. Put Kahuna heated grips on it. SE Streetcanons and a Stage1 tune! A Freedomshields 18" windscreen, rear crashbars and some small things. It is very capable and very fast in the mountains:-)) Lovely scenery btw....Here in Holland it's boring, flat and raining since 8 months now!!!! (go I forgot...I changed the rear shocks for 13" instead the stock 12".....more stroke, more clearance, more comfy)

[@MakaJerycho]

Sounds like some excellent mods It would be even better with a stage 2 torque cam 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@MilesNauticus]

As an Italian biker I can't complain about the variety of landscapes around me here, but the particular English landscape, its light and its sky are things that are missing here and that deserve to be seen at least once in a lifetime.

[@MakaJerycho]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😎

[@saltybiker252]

With a stage one and a good tune this bike is much meaner. I love mine RKS. Thanks for the video 👍🏻👊

[@MakaJerycho]

It defo would benefit from a stage 1 The handling and lean is all there Just needs that extra spice

[@jde845]

Traded my 2023 LRST Fast J (awesome paint scheme) for 2023 RKS w 114 Stage 1 (believe all '23s have 114). Hands down I prefer the RKS cuz i'm 6'6" and even with mods could never get comfortable on the LR. It was a beast, though. The RKS even with stage 1 cannot compete. All that said, I love the RKS package as a whole. Fast enough, very comfortable, handles great and looks fantastic especially sans windshield.

[@MakaJerycho]

The RKS defo suit your frame at 6’6!!! I can imagine the LRST would be too small. Add a stage 2 torque cam!!! It’ll change the game with the RKS

[@vraimondi]

Fantastic content - fantastic bike! I’d keep the Breakout too!! When I said I want one of these or other HD tourers to my wife she suggested I wait until I’m older. 😊

[@MakaJerycho]

I think it’s a suited bike for the elder rider Which I’m only a few years off Extra cam and some more power and it’s a contender But I loveeeee my breakout toooo much 🤣🤭

[@danielbuchanan5327]

I’m thinking a 131 and ohlins out the door would be just hilarious and frightfully perfect.

[@MakaJerycho]

@@danielbuchanan5327 honestly go for the 128 kit and a lumpy cam!!

[@paulwaldrop2262]

I bought the 2023 Roadking S, phenomenal bike. Mine has the 117 in it tho. Wonder if it is different because mine's a US bike. Yeah, love the acceleration, and the nimbleness. Immediately changed exhaust to a set of Neighbor Haters. Has a great rumble to it now. Definitely glad I bought it.

[@MakaJerycho]

It would seriously benefit from the 117 or at least a stage 1 114 minimum Handles like a dream

[@2021FLHRXS]

Awesome bike Harley’s nicest bare bones bagger. Not a fan of the big old fairings on the street or road glides. I’ve got a ‘21 RKS and absolutely love it. Handles and rides great but first upgrade I did was 16” apehangers didn’t like the feel of the stock bars. I would definitely buy another RKS if I was buying a new bike again

[@MakaJerycho]

16” ape 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 good move

[@BikesBeardsAndBrews]

I love that you use body capacity as a way to measure how much room the saddle bag has. Good vid man!

[@MakaJerycho]

What else do you need a bagger for, if it’s not to carry chopped up body parts across state lines 🤣🤭

[@AdaMoto83]

Plus everything you just said about that bike points you towards the fast Jonny! The LRST, aggressive, agile, sports tourer!!!!!! Doooooo it!!!!!

[@MakaJerycho]

Next on the list to try dude :)))

[@AdaMoto83]

@@MakaJerycho make sure I’m there 😂👌🏾

[@chrisvantassel8867]

I assure you that the 114 is everything you need. I have owned the 107, 114, 117 and have ridden the 121 CVO ST. It all depends on the application but I can 100% tell you that the 114 on the RKS is the best performing engine/chassis in the entire lineup. My Street Glide ST felt slow and it had the high output 117....not even close to the same power as the RKS mostly due to weight. A stage 1 will add 30HP and that will make the RKS amazing. I have a 2024 RKS and had a Low Rider S......the Low Rider S does not come close in power to the RKS, nowhere near as smooth. The RKS corners better than the Low Rider as well....I actually hated my Low Rider S. There has to be an issue with the RKS you are riding if you are saying it has no snap......just 2 days ago we raced the new CVOST against the RKS and the RKS walked it until 100mph.

[@MakaJerycho]

Tbh I had just got off a rocket 3 and took the standard RKS out. It handles amazing!! But I stand the performance feeling flat. AND I believe it needs to breathe. The standard M8 units are flat until you start opening them up with retunes / cams and exhausts. I’m still contemplating getting one as it ticks all the boxes for me.

[@chrisvantassel8867]

I wonder if the tune is different in the UK, mine is very instant and torquey.

[@OnDownTheRoadProductions]

You need the 117, improved oil pump design and more power. You need a Street Glide or Road Glide to be honest.

[@MakaJerycho]

Personally I like a bike that’s naked up front with a quick release shield. RK classics / RK specials

[@OnDownTheRoadProductions]

@@MakaJerycho right on 👍 for us here in Detroit just love a tach at a minimum

[@MakaJerycho]

Less dials But yes I love a tach

[@MrMurphc13]

The 24 RKS is really nice.Thats why i have one.I love it!

[@bradlozano2571]

Love the RKS...But HD wants to much money for it....I will wait to get a low mileage used on that already has aftermarket exhaust and a windshield...

[@MakaJerycho]

Good plan

[@onereallynicespeed]

Great vlog maka. Ive just purchased a softail slim from riding a 1200 sporty and this was my exact thoughts word for word. Its nice to ride, handles well and leans even though it has floorboards. Its just missing something. Its fitted with a 107 so should be faster. Ive always said Harley only give you half a bike! You have to buy what you like to make it yours. 119 should do it. Thankyou California!!😂😂😂

[@MakaJerycho]

Your softail slim is an ideal replacement for a sporty! Them and street bobs. Light agile and with a stage 2 cam on the 107 will rip nicely!

[@onereallynicespeed]

@@MakaJerycho there goes another couple of grand. Giddy up Horsey!!🐎🐎🐎😂😂😂

[@commiesarehorrible7622]

I enjoyed the video. That bike is a so cool looking. 😎

[@MakaJerycho]

@@commiesarehorrible7622 thank you

[@sagalout]

Great vid. I think ‘refinement’ is the word you’re looking for. I have the 107 RKS with 465 cam and Öhlins suspension. Fantastic bike with great performance. I had the Low Rider ST on test the other week whilst mine was in for a service and it was fun, but for me the touring chassis is just so much better. With a torque cam the 107 is much punchier low down than the stock 117 in the Low Rider ST. I think you’ll probably like the ST though. It’s lighter and more aggressive. I have a sportsbike for those days so sitting back and chilling is the order of the day on the Harley

[@MakaJerycho]

@@sagalout i 100% agree the torque cam in a RKS would be amazing

[@sagalout]

@@MakaJerychoYeah, I have the S&S 465, with S&S MK45 pipes. Makes the bike feel and sound like a proper Harley with a nice chop to the tickover too

[@AdaMoto83]

You need to chuck a couple of GGGGG’s on engine upgrades then it could be the ultimate bagger asbo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Epic camera work again dude

[@MakaJerycho]

If im spending 6 millkionnn dollar on a bike it best come with the performance lol

[@AdaMoto83]

@@MakaJerycho this is a good point 😂😂

[@glasgowharleyrider]

Apart from the modern teeaks like ABS I will stick to my 05 twin cam ( have a look ) meantime , I prefer the SG to the newer kings I have to say. My stock pipes and even my horn sound better than the new.😂 Appreciate the insight bro. 👍

[@MakaJerycho]

Good set of cams in the TC motor and they rip hard. I’m still in my TC phase.

[@karengill8234]

Great ride. Nice one Maka. ……….

[@MakaJerycho]

Yehawww

[@imsurly7742]

Just sit back and chill out - my favorite feature my 22 RKS!

[@MakaJerycho]

👌🏻👌🏻

[@andrewjohnson6297]

Always liked the road king 114 I think it was 2020 they brought a midnight blue paint job out that looked black until the sun light brought the blue flake out so very cool I keep toying with the idea of buying a road king but do you go new or and older model for more character and cooler looks it’s a toughy

[@MakaJerycho]

I’d buy one with the 114 engine that’s already been stage 1 or stage 2. With that extra power, the road king s would be perfect. I’ve seen the midnight blue and it’s a beauty. My fav is the 2018 model that was in the olive green colour 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@andrewjohnson6297]

@@MakaJerycho yeh I like the idea of someone else having thrown a chunk of cash at it before I get my hands on one

[@MakaJerycho]

@@andrewjohnson6297 cheapest way 🤣🤭 Plus saves money on the first 2 services as well. 🤣🤣

[@lilynorthover8378]

You just made a cool bike look cooler 😎

[@MakaJerycho]

Booommmmmmm 💪🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@HowardHunt-s7z]

What you're trying to say is it handles like a full size touring bike but stripped down with just the basics.

[@MakaJerycho]

Something like that :)

[@camouflage962]

I am riding mine like a canonball.... Road King.... a dream.... 50k w/o any issues

[@MakaJerycho]

Amazing

[@DB71170]

Some interesting facts..... and unfortunately its true what they say....never meet your hero's.

[@MakaJerycho]

Stage 1 and it should be a contender

[@jarrodsimister14]

Think you'll love the low rider st ❤

[@MakaJerycho]

I’m thinking it might be the one. It’s the last bike from the range I need to try

[@jarrodsimister14]

@@MakaJerycho please get a fast Johnny 🥰👌

[@MakaJerycho]

@@jarrodsimister14 🤭🤭🤭

[@mohdhisyam8813]

Nice.. 👌👌👌😁😁

[@MakaJerycho]

👌🏻

[@intergalacticshovel]

Street Glide ST you say…🤔

[@MakaJerycho]

I hear on the grapevine someone has an ST and will be taking it over Hardknott pass this coming weekend …. I heard 🤣

[@intergalacticshovel]

Ha! I’m taking the scenic route!

[@MakaJerycho]

@@intergalacticshovel that is the scenic route And it’s nothing like you did in Europe. So you’ll be fine

[@jamievidd775]

Those handlebars are all wrong for that bike. Should be flatter and pulled back. WTF was HD thinking. And that bike is INSANELY overpriced. You’d have to be high to pay $23k for that. LOL

[@MakaJerycho]

Big money these days

[@lovemachine3526]

That is the biggest and ugly number plate I have ever seen!

[@MakaJerycho]

Mahhhhhhhoooosiveeee