Harley-Davidson Road King: seat height & fit
Can you flat-foot the Harley-Davidson Road King? Its 27.4" (70 cm) seat height is only half the story — here's the inseam you actually need once sag, seat width and boots are accounted for.
| Seat height (unladen) | 27.4" / 70 cm |
|---|---|
| Wet weight | 805 lb / 365 kg |
| Style | touring |
| Seat width | wide |
| Inseam to flat-foot | ~26.2" |
| Inseam for balls of feet | ~25.2" |
| Lowering options | Limited |
| Approx. MSRP | $22,999 |
Fit by inseam
What you can expect on the Harley-Davidson Road King at a range of inseams, wearing riding boots:
| Inseam | Fit verdict |
|---|---|
| 28" | Both feet flat |
| 29" | Both feet flat |
| 30" | Both feet flat |
| 31" | Both feet flat |
| 32" | Both feet flat |
| 33" | Both feet flat |
Frequently asked
- What is the seat height of the Harley-Davidson Road King?
- The Harley-Davidson Road King has a published unladen seat height of 27.4 inches (70 cm). Under your weight the suspension sags roughly 1.2 inch, so the effective height you reach is a little lower.
- Can short riders flat-foot the Harley-Davidson Road King?
- You can plant both feet flat on the Harley-Davidson Road King from roughly a 26.2-inch inseam, and get the balls of both feet down from about 25.2 inches (in riding boots). Below that you're on tiptoes.
- Can the Harley-Davidson Road King be lowered?
- Aftermarket lowering options for the Harley-Davidson Road King are limited. A shaved or lower-profile seat is usually the most reliable way to reduce reach.
Lowering & gear for the Harley-Davidson Road King
- Harley-Davidson Road King lowering kit
- Harley-Davidson Road King lower seat
- Harley-Davidson Road King gear & parts
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