WW2 the bikes were that army green olive green color and the enemy new if they saw that color they would pick you off .

@throttleblip9854

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah someone told me that on my other video I just recorded this one before that one got published. Super interesting to me. I hope you don't mind I pinned your comment, I think a lot of other people will appreciate the info.

@sportyonetaubert5923

2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE this Mineral Green Denim! I believe the official paint for WWII was called "olive drab" I think this has WAY more metallic pop than the olive gold of 2015.

@turtle19dad

2 жыл бұрын

@@sportyonetaubert5923 yep. The old OD green.

@sportyonetaubert5923

2 жыл бұрын

@@throttleblip9854 From the research I did, the superstition may have started with a bad race car crash in 1911, then another in 1920. But like many superstitions, the facts don't always apply. I bet more black Harleys have bad luck...of course we see way more black than green so I argue from total numbers not percentages. 😉

I think this is my absolute dream Harley. Such a sick bike.

I'm glad to see that they did not discontinue the Road King. i currently own a 2012 Road Kind standard that I've owned since new. I love my bike! It's definitely a keeper😃

Definitely more interested in the Road King Special. I couldn’t agree more with you about the turn signals, break lights, and docking hardware. I can only hope HD listens up to what could be a great suggestion.

I own a ‘21 Road King Special with the Deadwood Green color. Best bike I’ve ever had and most reactions I’ve gotten by other bikers and people generally. Only mods I’ve done are Factory 47 14 inch bars and crash bars, drag specialties predator iii seat, lead turn signals and the Harley curved license plate holder. Best bike ever!!

@throttleblip9854

2 жыл бұрын

It's really hard to beat a RK. They do everything and the do it pretty well. Sounds like a nice build man!

@usa174

Жыл бұрын

Post some vids buddy I need to see those mods. Love that deadwood green.

@demetrii97

Жыл бұрын

@@usa174 eventually will do! I added Tab 50 Cals with Zombie baffles recently and love them!

@usa174

Жыл бұрын

@@demetrii97 my dream bike. Hope they bring that color back.

Thanks for the review. It really helped in my decision to buy a 2022 ROAD KING Special. Again thanks for taking your time to detail some of the features I had no idea it had.

I love my '11 RK, it's absolutely one of the most overlooked models in the lineup. It's also one of the best values for your money. I don't plan on selling mine ever, just adding to the stable. The RK will remain the foundation of my bikes.

@norwegianinja

2 жыл бұрын

I have a 17 Road King, I don’t think I’ll get rid of it even if I buy a new one 😀. Over the last year I have run into guys who have seen me on mine. They tell me “I had a Road King once and should have never gotten rid of it”.

Thanks for a great review on a very cool ride! I'm a little surprised you forgot to mention the traction/anti slip ( RDRS ) that I saw on the left controls. If you would have pressed the trigger switch once more I believed you get the tire pressures front then rear.

Awesome review, when i watched this review down here in New Zealand I immediately knew i had to have this bike in the mineral green, so i placed an order with the Harley dealer the next day with an expected delivery date here in June 22….can’t wait. Keep up the great work

First off, I have been watching for a long time and really enjoy the content. This is my dream bike. This bike with some 18inch Carlini Gangster Apes, all blacked out passing lights, and the custom dynamics lower fairings with integrated turn/running lights looks tough and performs like a dream. Currently working with my local HD here in Virginia to make this dream a reality. Thanks for all that you do and I hope the best of success for you guys down there.

By far (!!!!) BEST BIKE ever by H-D..... !! Nothing beats its looks, performance, versatility... and - above all - genuine classic nature of what a Harley should look like, proudly presenting its unique beauty

Really great review. I do enjoy riding with a cable clutch. Definitely cleared up quite a few questions I had for my HD dealer. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Thank you for the review. I just bought the same bike/color and had it delivered yesterday. Love the color! Now, I can look at it and sit on it. PA weather … I had a 2017 RK Standard previously and really liked what the special had to offer.

Great review and bike tour. RoadKing Special is just a cool bike. Love my 2021 RKS.

Bought a 2021 (New) last month, and I do t see anything that changed between last year and this year…The RKS is hands down my favorite bike…and Love to see these extended reviews…great review and video! Cannot wait for Spring

Best harley bike ever made

Awesome review, as usual. Keep up the good work. I'm thinking of getting an RKS later this year. I was kind of disappointed/surprised when HD announced the SG and RG ST models but not a RoadKing-based ST model. I think RKs could be a perfect platform for a performance-oriented built, being the lightest touring model. Maybe we RK lovers just have to save a few bucks, get a used M8 RK standard, put a stage 3 (or 4), and make our own ST version for less money than current touring ST models. Being a performance and RK lover yourself, hope you take up the challenge and build your version of an RKS ST. Who knows, maybe HD takes note :)

I have a 2021 road king special in snake venom. This is my dream bike. It came naked and I am making it my own. No regrets!

Really cool n mean looking bike. Love the color. You're very informative on Harleys, that's why I enjoy watching your videos. 👍 👍 👍

Awesome!! Can’t wait till you put out a video on the new low rider st! Man I’m exited to test ride that bike

@throttleblip9854

2 жыл бұрын

I wish it was out sooner the wait is killing me. That bikes going to sell very well.

I just bought a ‘21 RK Std. in the crimson and white. Absolutely in love with it. It’s the perfect “Barbie” for me as I can decide how I ride based on what I’m doing that day- windshield yes/no, passenger backrest yes/no, saddlebags, king tour pak, etc. AND, as you said- that classic look is quintessential HD. The 107 is plenty strong enough, but honestly, the ego feels it every time I see the 114 or 117, haha. Can’t wait to see your RK Std. vs. Special next week- they are both awesome looking bikes! Keep up the great content- really enjoy the variety and your no nonsense take!

Been riding 20 plus years. Come from a family of riders. I’ve always heard green was bad luck on the Harley’s since I was a little kid. Never knew a reason , just a superstition that’s stuck with me all my life. That being said the bike does look awesome in my opinion. Coming from a 2021 road king special owner in vivid black from Timms ..

The Road King Special is an Awesome bike , it looks like the deadwood green is out.Keep up the great videos.

King fan for sure. This green just grows on you. Great looking classic HD without too much bulk.

I’m digging that green, think it’s got something to do with that excellent lighting in the dealership. My 2020 RG standard didn’t come with a heel shifter FYI, Outstanding job on the video!!

I just picked up a 2022 Standard Road King.. Guess I’m an old fud that likes lots of chrome. The bike you reviewed had a $1000 added option that you never mentioned.. That’s the RDRS system (Reflex Defensive Rider System). Provides enhanced ABS and Traction Control, as well as a hill holder function and TPMS.

Love this bike!! I’m struggling to find any videos or photos with how it looks with the bags removed. Can you include a few shots of that on your next review please? 🙏🏼

That thing is gorgeous, I have a 17 Road King 107, absolutely in love with my bike

I love everything about that bike!

I found you and your “channel” early on. I’ve always enjoyed what you do. I remember when you were experimenting with where to put the camera and stuff. LOL! My salesperson at the local Harley shop follows that thought of green being unlucky. I’ll buy what I like. It won’t matter about somebody else’s superstition.

I bought a 21 in Deadwood Green and loving it ... Looks even better sitting along side my Boniville Salt Street Glide and Ol Black Betty the Slim 👍👊🇺🇸

G'day mate !! Another great video !! on my Favourite looking Harley too !! which I Own a my20 RKS. I agree with you about that !! The biggest issue with the RKS is the rear suspension, is a very hard ride for a "tour bike " with hardly no travel , notice the new ST has the standard height rears ... I Swapped to ohlins a expensive fix though , but had to be done ASAP.. the rest is personal taste , but yes LED lights should be mandatory now , bulbs is ridiculous in 2022. I Would like to see you customize , a road king !!

Never heard of the green being bad luck. I love it being an Army vet/retiree.

I bought this exact Bike in march awesome bike, i agree that Harley dropped the ball on the tail lights and turn signal but thank you Ciro they fixed that ,however the seat sucks for the female passenger it its all the fun spots with a uncomfortable feeling so a new seat was built for her. great review thank you

Bought one before your review in 2020! RK Standard in Stone Washed White Pearl. Love it! Great review, though-buy one!

Green is the color of money 💰… which works for me ! Very good review , love the model and the color is absolutely my favorite. HD has been putting the bigger engine guard since at least the 90s on the touring models

I got the 2022 Road King in the midnight crimson love it. Highly recommended

Love the road king, and this color is awesome.

Great video, I wound up trading in my 2020 FatBob River Rock Grey for the 2022 RKS Denim Mineral Green, so stocked!

Love my 2021 Road King Special!!!

Good review on the RK Special! Thanks for taking the time. Test drove the 17’ (first year of production) and it’s been on my mind since. Like the changes to the 21’ & 22’, but I’ve had one lingering question. I currently ride a Heritage with the bigger tires, which will handle road imperfections better, so I was looking for feedback on the lower profile tires. Have you had any feedback on this?

Really appreciate your unbiased review. That color is freakin' awesome. I'm not superstitious... but maybe a little stitious (Michael Scott) Lol. Keep up the great videos homie. I just subscribed.

I’m thinking about the road king special. I have an Electra glide now and I’m tired of having the fairing on front. I rode a road king that had the windshield and fork mounted wind deflectors and had zero buffering. It also kept you cooler while I rode by letting the wind around you. My Electra glide has lowers and it just about burns you up in the summer.

As time goes by...i find myself drawn to either the Road Glide special or a Road King. I currently own a Dyna FXDB thats being built out. But down the line in a few yrs would either like to have either the RG or the RK. As far a the green color...I grew up riding Kx' since the age of 7. Im in my 40s & still have a Kawi as an MX bike. If I had a Harley in the color of that RK...i'd be a very happy man. But unfortunately Im not in the maket fir a new bike. Dyna is still a work in progress & will eventually be hand down to my daughter. So trading in is not an option. But when she gets the dyna...I get a new bike. Hope that green is still available. Love the reviews...just started to subscribe to channel.

Just bought a 2021 road king special black on black and put 14 inch factory 47 murdered out. Road King all day the most adaptable bike you could put speakers on the bags and a shield on or take it off.

Love this color. And the green they had before it. Hope they bring them back. My dream bike.

Green is my favorite color. Has been since I was a kid. One of my Hot Wheels was sort of this color but brighter. I liked that little car.

Awesome review! Thanks for the heat reflective tape tip brotha! What brand do you go with? I wanna get that asap!

Amazing color. Real beauty.

I’ve got a 2018 Road King Special. Great bike. Grey denim. Blacked out. Shaved the emblems off the tank. Don’t get the chrome fuel cap and gauge. Makes no sense. I went low profile on both. Dropped it 1.5” in back. Added open air cleaner and 4” mufflers. 2” tank raise. Kurayken halo LED. Since Harley didn’t offer LED that year. 14” KST Pathfinder bars. Also added the wrapped front fender(Harley option) and CVO rear fender. Bigger taillights. Love the bike.

Yes I heard about the green bike thing. I personally love it.

Very happy with my 2021 Road king 👍👍

Love the green and blacked out

Love my 21 roadking standard looking to do a 124 kit soon

I have a 2019 Road King Special. Definitely go with the Road King

Really like the green, I don't care what anyone says, that's a very cool color. I have the 2021 RKS in black, love the bike. Your gonna have to change the seat... hard as a rock and the handlebars suck too.Highway pegs and a windshield are a necessity for any touring bike.

Picking up a 2022 RKS tomorrow!

New Subscriber to the channel. Excellent video, thanks! The road king S. is my favorite. Just wish it still came in the Deadwood Green 💚. They practically sold out with that color last year. The mineral green still works, just not as good in my opinion. Love the road king!! Thanks again for putting out the information. Semper fi...

Love these. Definitely prefer them to the fairing bikes. Someday when I need a good long distance heavy weight bagger, one of these with a quick release windshield would be perfect.

Very cool bike bro!!! 😎😎

That Green/Black 🤓🔥! Wow. Even the Standard. Theyre both just what you think when you say Harley

I just bought one today in the same color as well.

I love this bike and want one soooooo bad, Completely murdered out. 😍 LED’s would be nice on this thing.

that green is dope. and im not relating it to anything army/military. just the matte green by itself is nice and unique. ill take it

Ya love to see a video to compare the two RK

I bought a 2021 Road King Special in November and I love it. In my opinion it's the best bike Harley makes. I don't like big fairings because I'd rather have a strong head wind that's STEADY over the swirling/buffeting that fairings produce. I like really small windshields just to take the pressure off my chest, but leave my head in "clean air". I do wear a full face helmet any time I ride so that might make a difference in my opinion. Mine came with the docking hardware... Did they add that at the dealer? Or did the '21 come with it normally?

Im taking the MSF course soon and im considering getting a used road king as my first bike

I had a green Indian Bobber, love the color. Within the last 3 weeks that i had the bike, the battery gave out on the highway causing bursts of speed then engine breaking/ shut off/ burst of speed till I got home when it croaked. Replaced the battery then a week later, the rear tire popped on the highway when I was heading to a bike party, followed by a quick tube replacement inside of a damaged tire which was the scariest ride to get back home. Got home in one piece, replaced the tube again and put on a very nice tire, then a week later a car hit me and totaled my bike without injuring me. I was lucky enough to walk away scott free.... I was never the person to believe in superstitions, but that bike had too many unfortunate events all within 3 weeks.

Such a beautiful bike!!

@throttleblip9854

2 жыл бұрын

I love it!

Best looking bike Harley makes. I like the Deadwood green before

I have a 2021 Road King Special in the Snake Venom color scheme and I have had no bad luck with the bike. However, part of the time it’s purple so maybe take that into consideration for my good luck. I put a Memphis Shades batwing faring on the bike and it looks great and really helps with the wind when riding the highway. If I’m bar hopping, it’s quick detach and easily removable but it looks so good on the bike, I rarely remove it. Anyway, another great review here Bro.

@Peter-mcmcmc

2 жыл бұрын

I bet that's a great look, man! Out of curiosity, did you have to re-route your turn signals, and if so, where did you end up putting them? Thank you.

I work at a dealership in CT. This color Road King Special is definitely my favorite. And I also hear of the green bikes being bad luck. Green is my favorite bike color, so I say it's just more for me! I really want a 21 Fat Bob in Deadwood Green soon!

@Rubinolof

2 жыл бұрын

What dealer? Thinking about finally pulling the trigger on something new but not if I have to pay 5k over msrp for anything other than a street Bob.

@PearlMetal666

2 жыл бұрын

@Louis R I'm at Mike's Famous Harley-Davidson in New London CT. Give me a call if interested.

Hello Matt, thank you for your video, and plz we need a new video for the Street Glide st or Road glide st - thanks Matt

Love that bike

DREAM BIKE

I like the Deadwood green offered last year

Planning to buy RKS February 2023 🙏🏾

The next bike I buy will be the RK Special. I've had three King's all have been great but I'm eyeballing the Special now

Never heard of green being bad 🍀

Thanks for making this video, man. A RKS is on my list to add to the stable this year; although I'm definitely curious to see your "VS" series with the RK. Totally agree with you that the chopped engine guards look better; although do you think (or have you heard any feedback) as to whether or not they work as well as the full engine guards? I worry that the take might still hit the ground in a slow-speed tip-over. Thanks again!

@Big2Wheeler

2 жыл бұрын

I can't confirm but I suspect the handle bar ends would prevent the tank from hitting the ground. My biggest drawback from the low profile gaurds is that you can't run full size soft lowers for cold weather. I like creature comforts and functionality over aesthetics for the most part.

@Peter-mcmcmc

2 жыл бұрын

@@Big2Wheeler Thanks, Jerry. Good point about the handlebars hitting first. I imagine they'd suffer even with full engine guards, albeit maybe a little less (still sucks, regardless). And excellent point about the lowers. I hadn't considered that, so I guess I'll buy full guards after the fact, unless H-D is willing to swap out at time of purchase. Thanks again.

I would love to see a Road king Special ST!! Maybe a FXR style faring option. And move the dash up!! Ditch the yellow display!!

Does Tim’s put the docking hardware on? I know some dealerships do

In the shovelhead days there was a story of a green Harley that was killing it's owners. You might be able to find it somewhere. It was in an easy rider magazine. That RK SPECIAL is a beauty by the way

Thank you

I have a green honda ace 400 1998. It's good luck, not bad luck. Green is great, anything better than silver/grey/chrome.

I have a21Road glide limited and I would consider aRoad King

My bike is green and I’ve had nothing but great luck in situations that could have gone VERY bad (Red light runners, lane changers, deer, sand in the road, night time riding) but my green bike had been awesome

Is it possible to put a kick start on a road King I've seen one on a soft tile classic. Set wise I would like to put a western saddle on it

Couple of thinks I see that it’s missing for a tour bike is a usb and rear hardware for tour pack and led turn and brake lights

I've heard that green is bad luck.. But don't believe it. Looks fantastic

Still with the push rods, air cooled single coil motor???

I’m a new rider looking for a new bike and I’m considering either heritage classic or road king. Any feeling about this decision? Also why doesn’t the road king have an odometer like the heritage?

My next bike will probably be a Road King Special. I don’t agree with you on the engine guard, though. To me, the smaller one looks goofy. Plus you can’t add fairing lowers to the smaller guard.

I started on a '73 Honda, then got a '78 Kawasaki Kz400, then I took a 25 year layoff, then put 30K on a new 2010 Honda NT700V then toured a 2015 Triumph Tiger 800XCX. I sold the Tiger and am looking for my next bike. This weekend I rode a 2022 denim green Road King. That sound. Yep, I dug it. The feel. The torque. It's nimble. Smooth. It's got the looks. It's a fantastic moto. But I can't do it. By the time I walked out of the dealer with this thing, it would be $30K .. and that doesn't make any sense to me. Not when I can pick up a used, low miles, WATER COOLED, Japanese, big displacement bagger, for under $10K. Someone help me see the light please. What am I missing. Yes, I know it's a Harley.

I wish Harley develop an ST model in the road king. I love the road King except for it doesn’t have music.

I’ve never been a passenger so I’m curious about the pillion seat. The way it’s shaped it looks like you would slide off because it angles downward. Is that a thing or not?

@High_Desert_Tanner

2 жыл бұрын

They definitely make better seats for a passenger, but this is built for looks. That said, they aren't that bad. You sink into it a bit and it'll hold you in place pretty well. Just be holding on during any accelerating...

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How are these bikes for short riders 5’7”?

What are the cc’s of Roadkings?

I’m planning to buy a Road King Special in December 2023. Hopefully lighter colors will be available on that year.