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2023 Harley-Davidson® Road King® Special Review | Engine Specs & Technology
Blend the capability of a Harley-Davidson® Grand American Touring bike with hot ride looks and massive power with the 2023 Harley Davidson Road King® Special. Whether you’re chasing sunsets or taking in the ocean breeze on a head-clearing cruise, the Road King Special offers a unique take on the classic touring bike. Keep reading this model review created by the H-D® pros at Freedom Road Harley-Davidson to discover whether this is the motorcycle for you.
Once you’re finished reading, take a look through our available new Road King Special inventory in Branford, CT. Find a bike you’re interested in? Set up a time to take it for a ride.
Contact one of our Harley-Davidson enthusiasts online or by calling (203) 315-4759 for more information about your favorite bike.
2023 Harley-Davidson Road King Special Engine Specs & Powertrain
Power your next ride with the serious muscle put out but the big Milwaukee-Eight® 114 V-Twin engine on the 2023 Road King Special. Its top-of-the-line engine displacement helps the Milwaukee-Eight 114 command the road with 122 pound-feet of torque while still offering a ride-lengthening 43 MPG combined fuel economy rating. Fitting its touring frame, the Road King Special features a six-gallon fuel tank. Power from the engine flows through a six-speed Cruise Drive® transmission to the sleek gloss black Prodigy™ wheels.
Learn more about everything the Road King Special engine has to offer with the following performance specs table, except the genuine H-D® rumble — because that’s something you have to experience for yourself.
Engine | Milwaukee-Eight 114 |
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Engine Bore | 4.016 in. |
Displacement | 114 cu.-in. |
Horsepower | 95 HP |
Torque | 122 lb.-ft. |
Torque RPM | 2,750 RPM |
Fuel Economy | 43 MPG combined |
2023 Harley-Davidson Road King Special Safety & Technology
Brilliant lighting and plenty of optional rider safety enhancements support your long-haul rides on the 2023 Harley-Davidson Road King Special. Housed in a sleek, new nacelle, a bright white Daymaker® LED headlamp burns through the darkest nights and lights up the road home. Electronic linked braking that helps brake both wheels and an anti-lock braking system is standard, enhancing the mechanical components in the Road King Special braking system — a four-piston fixed brake calipers with dual floating front rotors and fixed rear rotor.
A larger circular gauge fits the commanding presence of the bike, and the display readouts include an odometer, gear indicator, range-to-empty, and trip meters. Cruise control is also standard.
To enhance your confidence while you have your bike out, consider adding the Reflex™ Defensive Rider System. Optional rider safety enhancements include:
- Vehicle hold control
- Tire pressure monitoring system
- Cornering enhanced anti-lock brake system
- Cornering enhanced electronic linked braking
- Cornering enhanced traction control system
- Cornering drag-torque slip control system
2023 Harley-Davidson Road King Special Dimensions
Comfortable and easy to command, the 2023 Harley-Davidson Road King Special earns its place in the Grand American Touring class with touring capability and that unmistakable silhouette. However, it takes a custom, hot rod approach with a lowered suspension. You’re still treated to a natural upright riding setup, reaching forward to the 9-inch tall mini-ape handlebars with your feet planted on the floorboards. Invite a friend along with the passenger seat and pack a lunch or secure valuables in the 2.5 cubic feet of storage space in the standard stretched saddlebags.
See the Road King Special dimensions in the accompanying chart.
Length | 95.3 in. |
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Wheelbase | 64 in. |
Laden Seat Height | 26.4 in. |
Ground Clearance | 4.9 in. |
Weight | 774 / 807 lbs. |
Rake | 26 deg. |
Trail | 6.9 in. |
Luggage Capacity | 2.5 cu.-ft. |
2023 Harley-Davidson Road King Special Pricing
Ready to find your new motorcycle? The 2023 Harley-Davidson Road King Special starts at $23,999 MSRP* in Vivid Black. If you want to add optional packages, features, or the Bright Billiard Blue or Industrial Yellow color options, the price will increase from there.
Visit Freedom Road Harley-Davidson for a Test Ride
The best way to see whether the 2023 Road King Special is the right motorcycle for you is to take it out on the road. Browse the new inventory available at Freedom Road Harley-Davidson to find your favorite Road King Special, then schedule a time to take it for a ride at our store in Branford, CT. Do you have a current bike that you’re looking to use in trade? Check its value with our trade-in form.
Whether you’re ready to take the next step toward buying the Harley-Davidson motorcycle you’ve always wanted or you’d prefer more information, contact our team online or call us at (203) 315-4759.
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