Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King - 2011 Specifications and Reviews
The 2011 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King is a classic American touring cruiser built for long-distance riders seeking comfort and timeless style. Its 1584cc Twin Cam 96 engine delivers smooth, reliable power with strong low-end torque ideal for highway cruising. Known for its iconic design, spacious seating, and legendary touring capability, the Road King remains a benchmark for premium cruiser touring machines.
General information | |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2011 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | 2-1-2 chrome exhaust with dual mufflers |
| Driveline | Primary Drive: Chain, 34/46 ratio. Final Drive: Belt, 32/68 ratio |
| Clutch | Wet, multiplate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | OHV |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x stroke | 95.3 x 111.1 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches) |
| Compression | 9.2:1 |
| Torque | 126.00 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) @ 3500 |
| Engine details | Twin Cam 96. |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1584.00 ccm (96.66 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Black, 28-spoke Cast Aluminum |
| Rear brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 4-piston fixed caliper |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. 4-piston fixed caliper |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/65-B16 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 130/80-B17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 76 mm (3.0 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Air-adjustable |
| Front suspension travel | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Front suspension | 41.3mm telescopic |
| Trail | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.0° |
| Frame type | Mild steel; tubular frame; two-piece stamped and welded backbone; cast and forged junctions; twin downtubes; bolt-on rear frame. |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 3.80 litres (0.25 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 22.70 litres (6.00 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,612 mm (63.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,413 mm (95.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 693 mm (27.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 351.5 kg (775.0 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Vivid Black, Sedona Orange, Merlot Sunglo/Vivid Black, Cool Blue Pearl/Vivid Black, Arctic White, Concord Purple, Vivid Black, Fire Engine Red, Vivid Black, Dark Peace Officer Blue |
| Factory warranty | 24 months, unlimited mileage (US) |
| Electrical | Sealed, maintenance-free battery, 12V, 28-amp/hour, 370 cca. Charging: Three-phase, 50-amp system. |
| Instruments | Tank-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock on odometer; dual trip meter; low fuel indicator light and mileage countdown feature; low oil pressure indicator light; engine diagnostics readout; LED indicator lights; 6-speed indicato |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Rider Profile
| Best For | Suited to intermediate and experienced riders comfortable managing 800+ lbs of heavyweight cruiser; not a beginner-friendly first bike. |
| Purpose | Classic American highway touring and relaxed cruising, with removable windshield and hard bags for long-haul two-up travel. |
| Rider Fit | Low 26.5in seat, wide bars, forward-relaxed ergonomics and huge 812lb mass; easy to plant at stops but heavy to maneuver at low speed. |
| Character | Big-torque Twin Cam 103 V-twin that lopes down the highway with effortless roll-on, chrome charm and stately, unhurried presence. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for off-road, track days, tight-city darting or riders seeking nimble sporty handling and quick lean-angle cornering. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
⚠ Safety Recalls (2)
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all 2008-2011 Touring, CVO Touring and VSRC motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS), including Road King (FLHR), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHP), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHPE), Electra Glide Standard Police (EFI) (FLHTP), Electra Glide Classic (EFI) (FLHTC), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (EFI) (FLHTCU) and Street Glide (EFI) (FLHX), 2008 VROD (VRSCAWA), CVO Road King 4 (FLHRSE4), Night Rod (VRSCDA), CVO Ultra Classic 3 (FLHTCUSE3), Night Rod Special (VRSCDXA), 2008-2010 Road King Classic (EFI) (FLHRC), 2008-2009 Road Glide (EFI) (FLTR) and Electra Glide Standard (EFI) (FLHT), 2009-2010 V-Rod (VRSCAW), 2009 CVO Ultra Classic (FLHTCUSE4) and CVO Road Glide 3 (FLTRSE3), 2009-2011 Night Rod Special (VRSCDX) and V-Rod Muscle (VRSCF), 2010 CVO Ultra Classic 5 (FLHTCUSE5) and CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), 2010-2011 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (FLHTK) and Road Glide Custom (FLTRX), 2011 Road Glide Ultra 103 (FLTRU103), Street Glide 103 (FLHX103), Road King Classic 103 (FLHRC103), CVO Ultra Classic 6 (FLHTCUSE6), CVO Road Glide Ultra (FLTRUSE), Road Glide Custom 103 (FLTRX103), and CVO Street Glide 2 (FLHXSE2) motorcycles. Deposits may form on components within the brake system if the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period of time beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule specified in the OwnerÂ’s Manual.
Risk: These deposits may cause a valve within the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit to stick, reducing braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush the entire brake system with new Platinum Label DOT 4 brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0171.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2012 TOURING, CVO TOURING AND TRIKE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 6, 2008, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 16, 2011. SEE THE ABOVE LIST FOR THE MODELS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE REAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY BE EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE HEAT FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM.
Risk: THE EXCESSIVE HEAT MAY CAUSE THE SWITCH TO NOT ACTIVATE THE BRAKE LAMP OR ACTIVATE THE BRAKE LAMP WHEN NO BRAKE IS APPLIED AND/OR CAUSE A BRAKE FLUID LEAK AT THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH, AFFECTING REAR BRAKE PERFORMANCE. EITHER CONDITION MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: HARLEY-DAVIDSON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL A INSTALL A REAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH KIT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 31, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT 1-414-343-4056.
Source: NHTSA. View all Harley-Davidson recalls →
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