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Road King: The Best Harley-Davidson Ever?

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Old 12-09-2018, 11:11 AM
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I know I enjoy mine more than I expected. Nice pic Norms 427.


 
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The Road King is the "best" Harley-Davidson because it is the "original" Harley-Davidson.

 
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The King liked um.

 
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Bought it bone stock . Only 12000 Km on it .

Still a work in progress . Stage 1 , windshield , Hardbags done accept for paint . Polished aluminum rims and 14" Carlini's will be next .
 
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Nope.
Had two, never kept either one longer than 7500 miles.
The '08 shook and vibrated like a thrashing machine, even at speed.
​​​​​​​The '13 was top heavy and rode firm/harsh.
Poor seating position as well on either, not to mention poor ride.

Lets talk '16 Street Glide Special...............
 
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With the exception of the Street Glide the Road King is number 1. Owned both.
 
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Old 12-10-2018, 06:52 AM
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Some great pix on this thread. I love mine. Not a lot of compares to other bikes as I only did some test rides on a few. I always loved the look of the heritage and when I started shopping was talked into going for a king. Thanks to 2 salesmen that were that decision. Content where I am.
 
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Hail to the King....Baby

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Originally Posted by not a sock
Nope.
Had two, never kept either one longer than 7500 miles.
The '08 shook and vibrated like a thrashing machine, even at speed.
The '13 was top heavy and rode firm/harsh.
Poor seating position as well on either, not to mention poor ride.

Lets talk '16 Street Glide Special...............

I'm with you on the Street Glide. Love my faring.
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