Agree 100%. Road King is the classic bagger, I have 2021 RKS. Stripped , classic profile. Just bike and road, I do use Bluetooth however. Way different ride without windshield. Not for everyone, but is for me! Enjoy your content!
I had a 98 Road King EVO as well. Of all six Harley’s I’ve owned, that Road King was my favorite and I regret selling it and buying an Electra Glide to this day.
I always see your stickers at that turnout, nice little spot for a break. Love my RKS for precisely the reasons you listed (except obviously for the chrome)
The 2003 Road King Classic, 100- Year Anniversary Edition, is one of the most elegant, stylish and archetypical Harley-Davidson motorcycles ever produced and forever etched in HD's rich history of motorcycle designs. The 2003 Road King Classic, as is with all Road Kings, is the personification of a Harley Davidson.
Love the Road King. I have a 1998, the last year of the EVO. The King is perfect for commuting to work, highway cruising, back road riding, and everything in between. I too really enjoy riding without the windshield. Living in New England, I do have it on early in spring or late in the fall when it is on the cool side. But otherwise I ride without it all summer long. I took out a new M8 equipped RK and it was very impressive. So I have been thinking about it but have yet to pull the trigger. The 98 is sill running well and it is long paid for. Enjoy.
Road King definitely has that classic cruiser styling! It's been over 20 years since I've ridden a bike without a windshield. Now you have me curious, maybe I'll get to a demo event and ride something without one.
When the video started I gasped. By the water is one of my top stopping spots on my bike. I live in Millard and ride all over those areas you rode in this video. I've been thinking of getting a Road King and found this. Stay safe out there, brother!
That’s awesome! That is probably my favorite picture spot for sure. If you do get the Roadking you will not be disappointed! We have a local meet up coming up in June if your interested here is the link. facebook.com/events/s/gpmm-2023-great-plains-moto-me/1620120975105757/
I have a ‘21 Road King & I’m considering trading it in for a Road Glide. Love my King but I also love the look of a Road Glide. Gonna test drive one first. If I keep the king, I’m putting a stage 2 & change the exhaust as well
It’s hard to beat the looks of the leather bags for sure. I think Viking bags makes some leather bags that will lock but they still don’t look as good as the stock Roadking classic bags do.
My wife just bought me a 2005 Road King Special for my 40th bday two weeks ago. I really don’t know what the difference is 😂. Your bike looks like mine. It’s my first bike ever 🤷🏽♂️. I do need to buy a windshield though. Just so I too can have that option to take it off, or put it back on. So far, I love my bike. Still getting used to her though. We live in Florida, but from California. It’s weird to say. It’s been very cold lately out here. It just warmed up some to take her to work, so I did🤙🏽.
I had a 1998 Road King. 155,000 miles on it when I was crazy enough to trade it in for an Ultra to give my wife a better ride (she no longer rides, i got rid of my big baggers for an old Sporty. Love the light, agile bike and no fairing or windshield. Anyway, that 1998 Road King was fought over by 2 HD techs. The guy who got it rides 40 miles each way to work...Road King is an awesome bike. Love how you can strip off that windshield for sure.
I’m the same. Road King is the best. I hate using the windshield as well. However there are a few times it’s handy. Also if I want music I have a great Bluetooth system in my helmet.
Put about 1000 miles on my first road king. Its a stage 1 07. I put big spoke wheels on it. Love them it tracks a corner much better. Was looking at the ape hangers that come with the controls. Not sure if they are junk or not got to do some research. Where yours a complete kit or?
Mine were installed by the dealer before the bike was put on the showroom floor. I have done some bars that come prewired and have the new cables with them and they are by far the easiest bar jobs I have ever done.
i've had ultras but the road king is the one for me. after riding 35+ years i just can't find anything better. mine is a black 2015 flhp that i bought with 1500 miles on it.....i've blacked it out, went to RKS fenders..... rineharts 2:1 and a thundermax...legends suspension front and back......best bike i've ever had or ridden.....the tune with the thundermax makes it a little rocket. side note-is your bike a 2012 big blue pearl? I had one of those and sold it when my little one was on the way....I've regretted it ever since.
Yes I have. Both of my Roadkings are Rushmore frame bikes. I have ridden both the Roadglide and street glide’s with the Rushmore frames. The fram makes all the difference. Rides very good.
What brand apes are you running and what height? To ask what height are you. Just bought my first King and apes are the very first thing going on it. Thanks.
@Stevy Faux I appreciate the really quick reply dude. I'm 5'11 and had 18" Carlinis on my softail and I felt they pulled the shoulders out my sockets at times. I think I'll go with 16's for the King. Somehow I can't bring myself to go lower than that 😂😂 apes for life. Thanks again dude. Appreciate the reply. That's a beautiful machine you got there.
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The Only Harley's I've ever owned. Had 3 of them so far and absolutely love the wind in my face and the feel of the King!
Agree 100%. Road King is the classic bagger, I have 2021 RKS. Stripped , classic profile. Just bike and road, I do use Bluetooth however. Way different ride without windshield. Not for everyone, but is for me!
Enjoy your content!
Thank you very much. You are right. Just Classic.
I had a 98 Road King EVO as well. Of all six Harley’s I’ve owned, that Road King was my favorite and I regret selling it and buying an Electra Glide to this day.
Same here. Loved the Evo motor.
You have a sharp looking road king. I love the older bikes. Stay safe
I always see your stickers at that turnout, nice little spot for a break. Love my RKS for precisely the reasons you listed (except obviously for the chrome)
Had a great time at the GPMM 2022…can’t wait until the next one!
The 2003 Road King Classic, 100- Year Anniversary Edition, is one of the most elegant, stylish and archetypical Harley-Davidson motorcycles ever produced and forever etched in HD's rich history of motorcycle designs. The 2003 Road King Classic, as is with all Road Kings, is the personification of a Harley Davidson.
Great explanation of the Roadking love mine to
I won’t ever ride anything other than a Road king.
Love the Road King. I have a 1998, the last year of the EVO. The King is perfect for commuting to work, highway cruising, back road riding, and everything in between. I too really enjoy riding without the windshield. Living in New England, I do have it on early in spring or late in the fall when it is on the cool side. But otherwise I ride without it all summer long. I took out a new M8 equipped RK and it was very impressive. So I have been thinking about it but have yet to pull the trigger. The 98 is sill running well and it is long paid for. Enjoy.
I also had a 98 Roadking, it was my first Harley. Loved how smooth the Evo motor was. I definitely miss that bike!
I ride a Road King as well....agree with everything you said 👍👍
Manasota key is about 25 minutes from Port Charlotte. My family has vacationed there a couple times now and love it.
That's the true definition of "cruiser". Nice
Nice Bike!! I got a '19 King and I love it! I put in an S&S cam kit with headers and MK 45's , apes and it is mean, loud and sexy!!
Road King definitely has that classic cruiser styling! It's been over 20 years since I've ridden a bike without a windshield. Now you have me curious, maybe I'll get to a demo event and ride something without one.
When the video started I gasped. By the water is one of my top stopping spots on my bike. I live in Millard and ride all over those areas you rode in this video. I've been thinking of getting a Road King and found this. Stay safe out there, brother!
That’s awesome! That is probably my favorite picture spot for sure. If you do get the Roadking you will not be disappointed!
We have a local meet up coming up in June if your interested here is the link. facebook.com/events/s/gpmm-2023-great-plains-moto-me/1620120975105757/
I love my 17 King. I don’t think I’ll ever sell it. In five years I’d like to buy a Road Glide, but I’ll keep the King.
I have a ‘21 Road King & I’m considering trading it in for a Road Glide. Love my King but I also love the look of a Road Glide. Gonna test drive one first. If I keep the king, I’m putting a stage 2 & change the exhaust as well
I have a road king love it but its at the mileage where stuff has to start being replaced i love that integrated gauge.
My Road King is an 04 with the little 88ci motor, I'd love a bigger motor I'd love locking bags, but my leather bags make me happy.
It’s hard to beat the looks of the leather bags for sure. I think Viking bags makes some leather bags that will lock but they still don’t look as good as the stock Roadking classic bags do.
Love the King and have a 2000 Classic. Thinking about doing bars, what size are yours? Nice video
The blue bike has 16 inch wild1inc chubby bars.
My wife just bought me a 2005 Road King Special for my 40th bday two weeks ago. I really don’t know what the difference is 😂. Your bike looks like mine. It’s my first bike ever 🤷🏽♂️. I do need to buy a windshield though. Just so I too can have that option to take it off, or put it back on. So far, I love my bike. Still getting used to her though. We live in Florida, but from California. It’s weird to say. It’s been very cold lately out here. It just warmed up some to take her to work, so I did🤙🏽.
You will be happy with a windshield. I guess I didn’t know they made a Special in 05. Good luck and ride safe. You will be hooked for life now.
I had a 1998 Road King. 155,000 miles on it when I was crazy enough to trade it in for an Ultra to give my wife a better ride (she no longer rides, i got rid of my big baggers for an old Sporty. Love the light, agile bike and no fairing or windshield.
Anyway, that 1998 Road King was fought over by 2 HD techs. The guy who got it rides 40 miles each way to work...Road King is an awesome bike. Love how you can strip off that windshield for sure.
The Evo motor was awesome. I did the same thing. Traded it for an ultra so the wife was more comfortable. Now I’m back on a Roadking.
@@StevyFaux ride easy, ride often, man. 👊
@@Harleywindtherapy ride safe my friend.
Same reason I have always wanted a King and finally got her. Had a road glide. great bike but never grabbed me.
I agree. I don’t see myself buying anything other than a roadking.
I’m the same. Road King is the best. I hate using the windshield as well. However there are a few times it’s handy. Also if I want music I have a great Bluetooth system in my helmet.
Right?
I try to tell folks that you’re not going to hear that stereo at Highway speeds…just…. You’re not.
I like chrome and then some!
I like my chrome too
RK ... yeah
Love the sound of that bike. What motor and what exhaust are on it ? Just bought an 08 and need pipes for it.
This bike had the 103. It had the Rush Racing eco head pipe and screaming eagle mufflers.
I also love the RK and hope HD will bring it back in updated Std form. There's really not a damn thing wrong with it.
Man you were 15 minutes away from me in FL
Awe man!!
Put about 1000 miles on my first road king. Its a stage 1 07. I put big spoke wheels on it. Love them it tracks a corner much better. Was looking at the ape hangers that come with the controls. Not sure if they are junk or not got to do some research. Where yours a complete kit or?
Mine were installed by the dealer before the bike was put on the showroom floor. I have done some bars that come prewired and have the new cables with them and they are by far the easiest bar jobs I have ever done.
@@StevyFaux Thanks man. Probably the route I will go.
nice rk. what suspension are you running?
Legends Revo A’s on the back and legends arch in the front.
i've had ultras but the road king is the one for me. after riding 35+ years i just can't find anything better. mine is a black 2015 flhp that i bought with 1500 miles on it.....i've blacked it out, went to RKS fenders..... rineharts 2:1 and a thundermax...legends suspension front and back......best bike i've ever had or ridden.....the tune with the thundermax makes it a little rocket.
side note-is your bike a 2012 big blue pearl? I had one of those and sold it when my little one was on the way....I've regretted it ever since.
That’s awesome! Look us up on Facebook and show us a picture! Mine is a cosmic blues 2016. Love it.
Nice video, what kind of handlebars(apes) yo have on it? and size pls.
Thank you. This bike has 16 inch wild1inc chubby bars.
🤔 Road King! You dingaling it's Road Glide or no ride 😎👌💨
I would agree with you if the shark nose came off Pothead. 😆
Have you got the chance to ride the rushmore bikes?
Yes I have. Both of my Roadkings are Rushmore frame bikes. I have ridden both the Roadglide and street glide’s with the Rushmore frames. The fram makes all the difference. Rides very good.
What brand apes are you running and what height?
To ask what height are you.
Just bought my first King and apes are the very first thing going on it.
Thanks.
This bike had 16inch wild1inc chubbys. I’m 5’9 with a 28 inch inseam.
@Stevy Faux I appreciate the really quick reply dude. I'm 5'11 and had 18" Carlinis on my softail and I felt they pulled the shoulders out my sockets at times. I think I'll go with 16's for the King. Somehow I can't bring myself to go lower than that 😂😂 apes for life.
Thanks again dude. Appreciate the reply. That's a beautiful machine you got there.
Once you get off the wind shield you have to leave it somewhere else, or it does fit somehow in some luggage?
No it doesn’t fit in luggage. I’m sure you could find a way to bungee it to a bag or in between a couple of bags if you wanted to.
@@StevyFaux today I saw a 2011 road king, pristine (hard leather bags), from stand still , start up and leave with its rumble, what an hipnotic bike.
@@davidBarrel that’s awesome. Very cool to see what others do to make their bikes different.
Are you interested in testing products? We'd like to invite you to make a test video of Harley Handguard.
Send us an email stevyfaux@gmail.com and we can work something out.
What apes are on your King?
Mine are 16 inch wild1inc chubby bars.
What apes are on your bike?
Mine are 16inch wild1inc chubbys.
@@StevyFaux thanks
Such a pity harley stopped producing the standard from 2023
Hopefully it will make a comeback someday like the breakout
I hope so, I realise that the special is still available but I much prefer the look of the standard
Road glide and street glide have too much crap up front road king is tops.
Totally agree
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Visor. Visor on your helmet . Should’ve just bought a jeep?
I have CVO Electra Glide and a Victory Highball. I'm going to sell the Victory and get a Road King to replace it. Cholo Road King is a peach
You won’t regret it!