presentation of the 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016
it's been many years since the Road King relied on the Classic version to ply the highways and the smiles of bikers. An ode to the road for lovers of this machine that exudes the spirit of deepest America. But why limit yourself to one expression of this pleasure when you can have two versions, with intrinsic subtleties. And so the Road King returns after a 6-year absence.
it leaves it up to the other models in the Touring range(Street Glide, Ultra Limited, Road Glide, Electra Glide, etc.) to use and abuse appendages to perfect the journey. More humble and traditional to the limit of simplicity, the machine lends itself perfectly to cruising, mane protected or hair blowing in the wind; the choice can be made in an instant with the easily removable windshield.
The main distinguishing feature from the Classic is the hips. Here, the suitcases are rigid; the Classic is equipped with leather panniers. Their carrying capacity is 32 liters each, with the ease of opening provided by the One-touch system.
there's no Boom Box multimedia sound system, no GPS, no MP3, no Bluetooth, nothing to sweeten the ride. Everything is shared with the motorcycle, just like in the old days.
Tradition doesn't have to mean immobility. Even if the Road King hasn't changed fundamentally since it first appeared in 1995, MoCo has steadily added the improvements that time and technology have sprinkled on Harley's production. Today, this cruiser features the Twin Cam 103 High Output version. That's all the charm and fatness of two bowls rattling around in 1690 cm3. The road comes with 14 mkg of torque, metallic whirrs and pulses oscillating between the power of a generous displacement and the rhythm of an asynchronous pacemaker.
and equipment to enjoy as you cruise the highways. The triple-lens design features Daymaker LED headlights, spitting out 986 lumens (equivalent to a 75-watt incandescent bulb). The rear shock absorber, with its short 76 mm fork, transfers forces directly to the back, but the suspension is air-assisted. The Brembo brakes are coupled by the REFLEX system and can be relied on to reinforce the ABS. The H-D Smart immobilizer, cruise control, 49 mm forks and that unmistakable style cannot be overlooked.
then there's cruising, which can also be appreciated in the little details, such as the long running boards, wide handlebars, instrumentation anchored to the tank on the tank, a selection of chrome, quality paintwork, and sensations that only an American with a wing badge can match.
like all good Harleys, it comes with a substantial weight (371 kilos - twice that of a KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R), a generous 1625 mm wheelbase, and a hefty price tag. Criteria quickly forgotten by brand enthusiasts.
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Key facts Harley-Davidson 1690 ROAD KING FLHR (2016) : What you need to know before you buy
Highlights
- Classic look
- Bigger, more torquey Twin Cam
- Driving pleasure
- Rushmore improvements
Weak points
- Recipe
- No BOOM! BOX SYSTEM
Prices
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23,570€
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Model sold in 2016
Performance
- Max speed : approximately 160 km/h (99.40 mph)
- Average fuel consumption : 5.60 liters/100km (0.42 mpg)
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Estimated range
: 405 km (252 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.
Specifications Harley-Davidson 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016
- Chassis
- Frame : Double steel cradle
- Fuel capacity : 22.70 liters (6 US gallons)
- Seat height : 715 mm (28.15 in)
- Length : 2,450 mm (96.46 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,625 mm (63.98 in)
- Dry weight : 353 kg (778 lb)
- Weight when fully loaded : 371 kg (818 lb)
- Front axle
- Telehydraulic fork Ø 49 mm
- Braking 2 discs Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 4-piston caliper
- Front tire : 130 / 90 - 16 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.48 bar
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox
- Secondary belt drive
- Rear axle
- 2 pneumatic lateral shock absorbers
- Braking 1 disc Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 2-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 180 / 65 - 16 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.76 bar
- Motor
- two-cylinder 45° V-shaped , 4 strokes
- Injection
- Cooling system : by air
- tumbled
- 2 valves per cylinder
- 1,690 cc
- 86 ch (84.80 hp) to 5,010 rpm
- 14 mkg to 3,500 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 4.16 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : 25.21 kg/mkg
- Compression : 9.7 : 1
- Standard equipment
- Brake assist : ABS as standard
- Bluetooth
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016
- What is the power of the 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016?
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The 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016 develops a power of 86 ch (84.80 hp)
- What is the torque of the 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016?
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The maximum torque of the 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016 is 14 mkg to 3,500 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016?
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The 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 160 km/h (99.40 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016?
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The 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016 has a a dry weight of 353 kg (778 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 371 kg (818 lb).
- What is the fuel consumption of the 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016?
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Average fuel consumption is estimated at 5.60 l/100km (0.42 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
- QWhat is the seat height of the 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016?
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To ensure good accessibility, the 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016 offers a minimum seat height of 715 mm (28.15 in).
- What is the price of the 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016?
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The price of the 1690 ROAD KING FLHR 2016 is 23,570€ in France
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