This Road King Special stole my heart! The best bagger?

[@HagsRideOrDie]

I liked the 21 Road King Special so much I bought one.

[@castironwitch]

Same!

[@SnifftyDugan]

Its called the King of the Road for a reason girl!!!

[@larryallen6805]

Enuff-SAID!!!!

[@upnorthoutdoors1942]

Been riding a friends road king the last few weeks and finally told him I’d buy it. Absolutely love it. Quite the update from s sportster

[@CarlGraber-kt7ps]

What I really like about your test rides is that they're not about horsepower, torque, speed, etc. Just the enjoyment of wind in your face, the pleasure of two wheeling, and how you explain yourself!

[@JustWbwana]

I recently purchased my first HD and it was the Road King S. Departing from Ducati Monsters and SS bikes to a Bagger was a leap. I am not disappointed at all. The King is comfortable controllable and eats the miles up. Best bike I have ever owned.

[@rubo1964]

You surely would save money from Ducati valve adjustments and belt changes!

[@mose717]

I'm currently riding a 2010 Road King and have been really happy with it. Mine has the quick detach windshield and a tour pack on the quick disconnect system. It's about perfect for me since I'm not really interested in the info-tainment monstrosity that Harley insists on putting in the fairings of the touring bikes.

[@rogerkimble]

Long Live the King! I love the feel of the wind on my 2019 Road King Special

[@Redpawdave]

I rode a '98 Road King for 6 years ( it had a '96 inch S&S top end so went right along). Six hour riding sessions were easy and I really liked that bike because I could flick it around on backroads, although, below 20 mph, there was a lot of up and down shifting A Memphis Shades windshield did a good wind & rain cutting job. At 78 y/o I have finally stepped down to a Heritage softail because the RK was getting heavy for me at slow speeds on gravel roads (which crop up a lot here in N. Cal.) Actually, one day, parked in gravel, it fell over and I couldn't get enough footing to right it; too heavy for me now! Finally, I concur: FLOOR BOARDS ARE A MUST... I'll NEVER go back to pegs!!! Thanks for all your work on these vlogs. Fun!

[@Delzona]

I absolutely love my '21 Road King Special in Black Jack Metallic!! The 114 is such a ripper that I'm pushed back in my seat every time I leave a stop light!!! You can't go wrong with the KING!! You throw a windshield on it for the long rides and the world is yours!!

[@kcav5374]

Rode my brother's 2002 Road King and immediately fell in love with it! I'd love to have it!

[@ronripley9197]

I love my 1998 Road King Classic EVO. Only 25,000 miles and looks like it just came off the assembly line. RK's are the best bike Harley ever made. I know why you liked it!!

[@2_wheel_rob]

Had mine since 99 and it’s a keeper!

[@danadiggins793]

Road King favorite! Don’t need the Boom or nav systems. iPhone and Bluetooth dies the job. And you are right that bike handles great! Put a detachable wind shield on it for trios and you are golden!

[@K9RickRet]

The best handling bagger ever produced! If you’re not needing the infotainment system, the Road King is THE KING! 👍

[@119topdawg]

Favorite bagger? My Chieftain Dark Horse. With that being said, the Road King is one of my all time favorite bikes, period. If ya gotta ride HD, get an RK and put a windshield on it and ride. my brother rides an gorgeous 2009 Road King and it’s just one bad ass looking and riding bike. He did make the mistake of riding my Indian…messed up his head. Ride the one YOU like. They are all great bikes.

[@alanharris2799]

I’ve always liked the road king, get a clip on / off windshield for those longer rides and leave it off for daily use :)

[@geraldmerkel7145]

Oh yeah love my quick release windshield

[@iujmedw]

I've had two Road Kings and two Street glides. They both have their advantages. Road king much more maneuverable and nimble as you stated. Nothing beats the Street Glide on my trips form Atlanta to Sturgis, Maine, Key West, Massachusetts, Indiana, Myrtle Beach, Daytona, St Pete, Paris Island, Savanah all in three years. I think everyone should have one of each.

[@davidshrevejr.2115]

I bought my 2016 Road King last year and I love it. I just got back last week from going to Ocean City MD from Salem OH 450 mi one way it was the first time riding that far on a motorcycle it was great I definitely could do a 500 mi day easy on it. Yes the windshield is great to have and mine just comes on in seconds. Have fun riding and stay safe.

[@crazyblaze713]

As much as I am itching to get a Road Glide, The Road King just looks too gorgeous to pass up

[@josephcarl4167]

I went from a 2009 Road King to a 2020 Road Glide Special and in my opinion get on that Road Glide it's just a great great bike and very powerful 👌

[@norwegianinja]

I just purchased a 2017 Road King Classic/Standard. I absolutely love my bike

[@jeffdriggs2895]

Picked mine up in June, 2021 black on black. 2nd RK, have a 2020 Slim as well. Have had 15 bikes dating back to 1977, by far, nothing close, to the 2021 RKSpecial. Added Corbin Snake skin seat, small windshield, slip ons, bike flat out moves. Rode all 3 baggers, nothing as pure as a road King. 6’4”, 260, fits perfect. Highly recommend!

[@mindless-confusion]

Yup the Road King Special is truly special this has been my ride for the last three years

[@tonyjones9057]

I am definitely a Road King guy. Got to have the full removable windshield. I like to remove the windshield for that wind therapy on the hot days locally. Putting the windshield back on for highway riding.

[@terrencemclaren3028]

That’s one of the nice things about the Road King, detachable windshield. I have had both the Road King and Road Glide. I did a lot of long road trips, on both. The Road Glide just does a better job with how the wind at high speeds affects the handling. But you can’t beat the clean look of the Road King with the windshield off and cruising around town.

[@pirateron9080]

I am a Street Glide rider. I own a Full Dresser Ultra Classic HD and an old HD Dyna Wide Glide. A fairing does not make you less a rider over one without IMHO!

[@jayoutside6087]

Oh now we're talkin . I've been riding a road king custom for 2 years and love it. Pull the trigger 👍👍

[@DamnitDave]

that road king is just the big brother to your dyna... and you are certainly at that riding level for sure. you are are a great rider and an inspiration for all bikers... from new to experienced... go get that wind!

[@redneckwithajeep5001]

Jess, Nox is basically a mini bagar. It would make sense that you have a thing for them. Edit: Just wanted to add for a windshield on a roadking I’d go quick detach that way you can get the raw feeling but if one were to take a very long trip or it got cold out and one wanted to ride in the colder weather it would be a bit more comfortable

[@jasonetheridge2762]

Just titled my 2019 Road King Special today. I just love the clean lines of the special.

[@thollingsworth4910]

The road king is definitely one of my favorites and I like several, several bikes from many different manufacturers.

[@adr1an44]

Road King all the way. Its what I currently ride and I can't imagine riding anything else.

[@paulsherman6450]

Steet Glide Special is the last bike I owned and it was the love of my life.

[@mattking2231]

I have one now best bike out there by far great looks and ride is top notch

[@vmonk1474]

I've got a 2018 Road King (Standard). One thing I love is that for a road trip I have a large windshield (Klock Werks), and then other times I take the windshield off. Road King is my favorite.

[@andrewluostari5592]

Definitely the road king. I traded in my 2016 road glide for a 2020 road king and fell in love with the bike. Nimble is the correct word for that bike I love the options I can put on it we have a tour pack and a street glide style fairing for longer distances and when we get home just quick detach everything

[@williamhubbard5336]

Road King, Road Glide, or Street Glide, let me throw another in the mix Electra Glide Standard. Cheaper than the other 3, runs and rides great.

[@bennewman5804]

My first Harley was a Heritage Classic. I then stepped up to the Road King and have never looked back. Many of my friends ride the Road Glide. But for me, the Road King is it!

[@onlyhereonce7290]

When you said " on my goodness " I knew that RoadKing had you. There is a reason it’s the King

[@jeancarrier522]

I changed my 2019 Road Glide Special for a 2021 Road King Special in snake venom. Couldn't be happier. Love the wind on my chest and the unobstructed view. And nimble, yes Mam!

[@richcanfield1387]

Jess, the Road King is easy to fall in love with! All I did was sit on one in the showroom....and I was sold without a test ride! 10,000 miles later and there's no looking back. The RK classic is something you need to test ride......You be good!

[@stevena3446]

Love my ‘19 Road King. Not a fairing fan. A wise man once said about the RK; “It’s got everything you need and nothing you don’t.”

[@hardtop8086]

I have the 2020 Road King Special Vivid Black. So far I have changed the bars for 17" apes, change seat...the ultimate seat, stage one with full Rinehart exhaust, intake, tuner. I love it! I would very much recommend the RKS!

[@PNWrides]

I have a 2019 Road King Special. I’ve always loved the Road King Classic but something about the blacked-out special spoke to me. Only thing; phenomenal bike, horrendous handle bars. I’m 6’ 4 and found the stock RKS handle bars terribly uncomfortable. I’ve since upgraded to Factory 47, 16” bars and love it. Super comfortable and super cool looking.

[@bobwarren7735]

I traded in a Superglide for a Road King. I couldn't believe the difference. The footboards, the cruise control, the heel shifter,I love them all. And I prefer a windshield over a fairing . You said it yourself, it feels much more open.

[@HerTwoWheels]

Fantastic upgrade!!

[@henryhonda8408]

I've test ridden all three. I would rate them in this order..... 1 Street Glide 2. Road Glide 3. Road King. But best bang for your buck is the Road King. Great review once again Jess.... you're amazing.

[@stevedillon5274]

Current Streetglide rider, had a road king for 17 years, love them

[@paineys3341]

I had a road King and rode it coast to coast twice, but I kept looking at a Road Glide, well in late 2017 I test rode a Road Glide Special and within an hour my tags was swapped over and I rode away on a brand spanking new bike! I loved my Road King and still regret not keeping it but I knew I would rarely ride it, BUT I love my Road Glide which I updated to a 2019 model 10 months later (long story). To me the Road Glide is the ultimate bike, perfect for bar hopping or riding across country .... 'if you ain't gliding your not riding'....

[@stevenbonnesen5988]

Jess...I put a call into the ut-oh squad... they're alerted and at the ready...so try and keep your enthusiasm for the Road King to a manageable level...the other bagger is the much overlooked Heritage Classic...have a great rest of your week...

[@chucksnowdon4573]

Hell yeah. Love my 19 road King special. Definitely a lot more Road Glides and Street Glides out there. It's nice to have something a little different. Just enjoyed Laconia ride. I have yet to get the detachable windscreen. Jumped on cam kit first

[@philspain59]

I have a Road King Classic myself. I absolutely love it

[@StevyFaux]

There’s a reason they call it the Road KING!!

[@thevoiceinmyhelmet3827]

Wow! What a beautiful Road King! All blacked out , very pretty, Thanks for sharing!

[@sethscheer4713]

I love the Road King...I just bought a 2021 RK 2 weeks ago, which was a upgrade from a Dyna Switchback!

[@mindless-confusion]

I ride this bike in the UK and the whole joy of it is the combination of the bagger and the open front

[@professor767]

The Road King is the best. You feel like you're on a motorcycle instead of in your car with a big dashboard. They come with a quick removable windshield also.

[@brianmaclennan561]

The special doesnt come with a screen.

[@TheTwztdtwitch420]

I just got a road king maybe 3 months ago and I couldn't be happier. The only gripe I have with the bike is the older style hard bags with the funky latch and pivot in tops.

[@eldenjr]

I feel it's a great balance between a full touring bike and a cruiser. It's low and mean looking with comfort! My next choice! Jess, they make a half contoured windshield that would probably fit your need. And it looks great on it.

[@kimbooth587]

Knew you would love this one! It was one of my first test drives and I loved it! Unfortunately, I have a fused neck so a windshield of some sort keeps my neck from getting so tired on even short drives. I still loved it though!! Drive the Street Glide for longer rides and Slim with a Grandma detachable windshield for short trips! 🤓

[@geraldkeithrennier1995]

Road King all day. I ride a Classic. A Road King Standard with a factory 20 inch windshield, lower triple tree wind deflector, and fork deflector fangs cuts as much air except for a few inches on the sides as a Street/Electra Glide and Road Glide. I've ridden them all. Prefer the wide open view on the Road King and love seeing my chrome nacelle and passing lamps sparkle in the sun!

[@robertalvarado6495]

I absolutely love my King. It's a 2016 103HO. Handles like the King it is.

[@jeffcoler3104]

The Road King always came with a clear wind shield so the you still have the view but also have the wind protection. plus you can also put a truck on the bag for the full bagger.

[@roguecheddar]

If it wasn't for my stunning 2019 Indian Springfield in gray and burgundy, I would have leaned towards a classic Road King. To me they're both the epitome of the retro cruiser class, timeless marques.

[@kenharris6713]

With Harley's wide spectrum of after market parts, you can get a quick detach windscreen and leave it home when not needed. But when you have different bikes in the stable, you can pick a suitable bike for how you want to spend your day.

[@TeriWright]

I ride a 2008 Heritage classic. I love her. If I had it to do over again I am really a fan of the Dyna Low Rider S. Although I haven't had a chance to ride the new Low Rider S, I love the looks. I did however get a chance to test out a 2021 Road King simply because at the time I needed something comparable to my Heritage; bags, windshield, etc. The only new Heritage they had in stock had really huge and wide apes. I sat on it and straight away I knew it wasn't for me. I couldn't even turn the bars lock to lock. The Road King felt fine except it was a little tall. But not actually taller than my Heritage with the stock seat. I had to put a reach seat on my Heritage. I am sure I would have to do that with a Road King.

[@Kingdlack]

I absolutely love my RKS! It’s different from the other 2 baggers in my opinion. Road Kings rule!

[@mattking2231]

Get a street glide u will change your mind

[@Kingdlack]

@@mattking2231 I hear you dude! I’ll stick with my King for now!🤘🏾

[@thomasstropes4835]

Best bagger ever! I traded my road glide ultra for my rks! So glad I did

[@jasonholby8915]

I drooled over the road king special for a few weeks then bought a 2018. Love it. Great videos!

[@UncleBogator]

Road King was always the bike I said I wanted when I was younger. Ended up with a Road Glide and then sold it in 3 years. Idk. hard to say which is "best." Definitely depends on riding preferences.

[@dynamicduck8777]

I just got a Road King Special. Absolutely LOVE it. It makes a ton of power looks awesome and you can whip it around without the fear of that heavy faring causing a drop. The classic is a bit too old man for me but when I get too old for the Special I'll get a classic.....if it's good enough for the cops to be abusing and scraping the floorboards in hairpins there's definitely something to it. My will turn shaper at low speed than I really want to if I'm honest, but it's nice to have that ability.

[@bodieb316]

Road King, hands down! 🤘😎🤘

[@chealy3030]

Dont remember when i was last this early for a video. Never liked the look of most baggers but this thing looks sweet.

[@johnbellizzijr.2351]

bought a 2021 road king special in black a week after watching this video!! now I have two harleys! great review!!

[@Yo2slick]

Love my 21 RGS. Never thought I would like the Road Glide until I rode one. The fixed fairing being farther away makes it feel like I have more room and its so smooth and stable on the highway. Ride them all to see what you like best, you might surprise yourself!

[@pamsmith5925]

There's something about or in the design of the RK Special that prevents much wind from blowing on the rider, at least until you reach about 60 mph. I absolutely LOVE the Road King Special!!!

[@micheal5936]

Road Glide Special, slightly heavier but you get wind protection, more storage and an awesome Infotainment system. Just my opinion, whichever one you like, your riding her!

[@cjmueller5455]

2016 RG! Very comfortable. I like long rides. I can see why each of the bikes has its appeal. I like the road test rather than a review,

[@nitrowife]

The road king has always been my dream bike, I've loved the road kings and the softails forever, however after having my sportster 1200 now for almost a year, I'm really like the street glides too now which I've never liked the bikes with the big fairings but its changing haha. Road kings will always have my heart. Glad you got to ride one. You felt badass on this bike because YOU ARE Badass!

[@renniesmith8073]

I've had a road King a street glide and now 2 road glide. I have to say in my opinion the road glide is the best bagger out there

[@ronmarvicsin7709]

Even though I have a Deluxe, which I wish you would test ride even though they aren’t being made anymore, it has the same feeling with out a fairing but lot of ppl put a windshield on them. Second choice Road King or Fatboy. I’d really like to see you but a RK Jess. You are the Queen when your on a RK

[@rodzimmerman1979]

I have both a Road King standard (has a windshield and better suspension) than a Road King special and a Road Glide special. I have tour packs for both. The Road king will do everything the Road Glide can. If I'm going on a two week vacation I want the Road Glide but for just about anything else I want the Road King., it honestly has a much lighter feel compared to the Road glide and is far more fun on the backroads and in corners. If I had to sell one the Road glide would be the one I would sell and I wouldn't even have to think about it. Lucky for me I don't have to.

[@dustoffmedic71]

The RK is the best Harley bagger 💯 in my opinion. I went from a Streetbob to a 2020 RK and I love it

[@spikespiegel7964]

yup. only bagger id consider buying. its thing of beauty

[@sharpshooterusmc89]

Love my street glide special. Rode them all before I bought one. I'm only 5'8" so I like how the street glide dash and everything is so much closer. Wasn't a fan of how the road glide radio was so far away

[@garycordle5295]

I myself would have to pick the street glide went out last weekend and set on all kinds of bikes, almost every road king had my riding way up to close,as soon as I set on a street glide it was like home, just my opinion.

[@Wildturkey10121]

I just bought an '04 Road King and I love it windscreen on. I'll take it off at some point and see how it affects the bike. I don't know much about the bike because I just bought it and will be taking it in for the 25k mile service a bit early and that will get me a little more info on the bike. So far I love the it, handles great, isn't the fastest or quickest but that isn't the reason I chose it. I love the looks of this older bike and the one I bought came with the driver and passenger backrest's installed. I've had a lot of back surgeries and that was important to have. The wife can't wait to get on it with me, so depending what the shop finds this week I can't wait either. I have my list of concerns ready and budget worked out.

[@jayoutside6087]

Windshield and a set of just a little taller bars and you would love it

[@kg0il]

Glad you got to ride the King! I ride the regular one and love it (I think I suggested you try one out a while back). It's a great bike. I like the versatility of being able to ride with or without the windshield -- I prefer riding at night and long trips with the windshield.

[@smokercaptain]

I just traded my Yamaha road star for the 2023 Road King Special. And I'm totally impressed with it.

[@MrDoyle07]

The “Aaahhh, haaa, hahahaha” said it all. The Road King is the new Dyna Wide Glide. It’s a beautiful machine. With a big pinch it and git cam in this new one it would be a frigging storm trooper. It’s literally the reason I am waiting on the purchase of a new bagger. I live in Michigan and it’s cold and an open bike here is a temporary ride at best. Looking for justification and into the heated gear.

[@mindlesswanderingoutdoors9286]

Love my Road King. I like being able to quick detach windshield, passenger backrest, luggage rack. Good video Jess.👍👍

[@ricklustig6613]

The Road King is by far, my favorite of the Harley line-up! I ride a 2018 Ultra Limited, FLHTKL, but only because my wife loves the tour pack back seat. I have owned three RK's and will go back when my wife lets me! lol

[@nickmoore996]

Love the road kings! That’s what got me hooked! Great vid Jess!

[@CraigSmith568]

I love the Road King. Get a windshield for when you want one and take it off when you want the wind in your face. Best of both worlds. I don't listen to a radio or use GPS so no loss there.

[@chrisharmon2682]

Just traded in my 2019 Road King Special for a 2021 Road Glide Special. Loved my Road King, but I feel like the fairing, infotainment, and speakers is an awesome upgrade.

[@bigmanmoto9897]

I agree with the choice of a RK vs. a SG. Then it comes down to a personal choice between an RK or RG. Do you want just a windscreen or a true fairing. That said each choice is individual. Find what you like and have fun!

[@joesainato8051]

Road glide is the winner IMO. All three are great. To me how you did your dyna it’s very similar to the road king. Yes Before people get on me I know it’s not the same.

[@jeffreyeagen4896]

I'm glad you tried the road king. I love mine, but the first thing I changed was the seat (well pipes of course first, but that's a given). The road king seat is so wide my hip was hurting. And yes, it is nimble! In places where I scrape pegs with my dyna I have yet to scrape pegs with the king.

[@rondallclark1246]

I have a 2006 Road King and believe when I get a new bike the Road King will be one of my two picks. Not sure if I would ever get rid of my Road King either way, love it!

[@tomfillmore9710]

nice bike my buddy had a 2009 beautiful bike they rode double his wife love it thanks for sharing ride safe

[@johnludmon7419]

I loved my road king and plan to get another when I sell my street glide. The screen is a mixed blessing yes it keeps the wind off you but it used to cut the range by 20 to 30 miles and it for me was horrible in the rain after dark I left it off most of the time .

[@randolphbutton]

I like all the Harley Baggers, but if I am forced to make a choice, I too would go for the Road Glide. I had a Victory Vision for a couple of years and it changed me towards the frame mounted fairings.

[@ericrobinson8754]

I have a 2013 RK, and had a 2002 Rk in the past. Great bikes. Dream bike is a St. Glide. But the roadking does everything I want it to do. And it's nice to be able to add or take off parts like windshields and tourpack if you want.