2016 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King Parts & Accessories
Touring
Touring (Project RUSHMORE)
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2016 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King
About the 2016 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King
The 2016 Road King is a classic-style touring motorcycle that represents the final year of the High Output Twin Cam 103 engine in the Touring lineup before the transition to the Milwaukee-Eight. As part of the Project RUSHMORE initiative, it features modern enhancements like one-touch saddlebag latches, 49mm forks, and Reflex Linked Brakes. It is widely regarded as a 'pure' touring machine, offering a detachable windshield and hard bags without the weight of a full fairing.
What Makes This Trim Special
- Narrower Primary Housing — New for 2016, a reduced-width primary housing and derby cover improve leg clearance to the ground.
- One-Touch Saddlebags — Injection-molded hard bags with a single-latch opening mechanism.
- Impeller Wheels — 10-spoke cast aluminum wheels (17-inch front, 16-inch rear) finished in black and silver.
- Dual Halogen Headlight — Standard lighting setup providing 986 lumens on low beam.
Likely but unverified:
- FLHRC Road King Classic — A variant with leather-wrapped bags and laced wheels; primarily available in international markets for 2016 but seen in limited US dealer stock.
Key Specifications
| Engine |
Air-cooled, High Output Twin Cam 103™ with integrated oil cooler Bore x Stroke: 3.87 in x 4.37 in (98.3 mm x 111 mm) |
| Displacement | 103.1 cu in (1690 cc) |
| Fuel System | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
| Cooling | Air-cooled with oil cooler |
| Transmission |
6-Speed Cruise Drive® Hydraulic clutch actuation |
| Drivetrain | Belt, 32/68 ratio |
| Front Suspension |
49mm telescopic forks Stiffer triple clamps part of Project RUSHMORE updates |
| Rear Suspension | Air-adjustable shocks |
| Front Brakes | Dual 300mm floating rotors, 4-piston fixed calipers |
| Rear Brakes | Single 300mm fixed rotor, 4-piston fixed caliper |
| Front Tire | 130/80B17 65H |
| Rear Tire | 180/65B16 81H |
| Weight | 814 lbs (369 kg) in running order |
| Seat Height | 28.2 in (unladen) |
| Fuel Capacity | 6 gal (22.7 L) |
Ownership at a Glance
What to know about maintaining a 2016 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King
Maintenance
Wear Items
Upgrades
- Stage 1 Kit
- Coil-Over Shocks
- Handlebars
Replacements
- Windshield Clips
- Fuel Sending Unit
Known Issues 4
Top reported problems from owners and mechanics
Medium
Stator Failure
The charging system stator can burn out, leading to a dead battery and stalling.
Low
Inaccurate Fuel Gauge
The fuel level sensor often fails or reads incorrectly, leading to premature low-fuel warnings.
Low
Windshield Vibration
Spring clips on the detachable windshield can lose tension or vibrate out of place.
Parts Most Owners Need
Performance Upgrades 276
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Arlen Ness Inverted, Method, Clear Tear and Sidekick Air Cleaner Replacement Components
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Arlen Ness Method No Flex Inverted Fork Legs
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Arlen Ness Monster Sucker and Velocity Air Cleaner Replacement Hardware Kit
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All Balls Racing Wheel Bearing and Seal Kits
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Alloy Art Mfg. Multi Rear Brake Caliper Mount
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Arlen Ness Big Sucker Air Filter Kits for Twin Cam and XL
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Arlen Ness Big Sucker™ Stage I Air Filter Kits with Cover for Twin Cam & XL
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Frequently Asked Questions About the 2016 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King
No, the standard 2016 Road King does not come with a reverse gear. It must be manually maneuvered or fitted with an aftermarket reverse kit.
Yes, it uses Harley-Davidson's Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) as standard equipment.
The 2016 model uses the Twin Cam 103 engine, while the 2017 model introduced the Milwaukee-Eight 107 engine, which features 4 valves per cylinder and improved heat management.
The engine takes approximately 4 quarts (3.8 liters) of 20W-50 oil with a filter change. You also need separate fluids for the primary (approx 1 qt) and transmission (approx 1 qt).
Project RUSHMORE was a series of rider-focused updates including the High Output engine, one-touch saddlebags, 49mm forks, and linked ABS brakes to improve control and comfort.
ABS was an optional factory upgrade in the US market but was standard on certain regional packages and the Road King Classic variant.
The unladen seat height is 28.2 inches, but it drops to approximately 26.7 inches once a rider is seated (laden).
No. It is highly recommended to use a specialized low-volume hand pump. A standard compressor can easily exceed the pressure limit and blow the shock seals.
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