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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Touring</td>
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				<td valign='top'><strong class="total">&nbsp;$17,499.00</strong>
				
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;24</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;V Twin</td>
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				<td valign='top'>Cylinders</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;2</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4-Stroke</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Air</td>
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				<td valign='top'>Valves</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4</td>
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				<td valign='top'>Valves Per Cylinder</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;2</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;OHV - Pushrod</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;9.6:1</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Electric</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Premium</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Manual</td>
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				<td valign='top'>Number Of Speeds</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;6</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Dunlop&reg; 130/80 R17 65H</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Dual Hydraulic Disc</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;63.5 / 1612.9</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;6 / 22.7</td>
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		<div class="date">By Christopher Patrick(Owner),  Jun. 4, 2012</div>
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		This is my first Harley Davidson but my third motorcycle.  I love it.  Bought it brand new.  Zero miles when I took it for a test ride.  It handles great.  It is responsive and the 103 c.i. motor really moves.  There is quite a lot of travel in the fron forks, however, and I was not informed of this<span class="simple_review_box" >...</span><span class="expand_review_box" style="display:none;">.  As a result, my gaurdian bell has put a large dent in my front fender.  This is apparently a known flaw with the bike as the service people say they see this several times a week.  Other than that, I love the bike.  It is super comfortable and I can't wait to get it out on my first road trip this weekend.</span>
		
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		<h5>Great bike but....</h5>
		<div class="date">By Joe Barbosa(Owner),  Oct. 3, 2012</div>
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		This is my 5th HD. Purchased brand new. Powerful plus. Comfortable. Great looks. Ditto gas mileage. My last HD was a 2001. The 2012 is like 200 lbs heavier. Takes a couple of weeks to get used to the weight. The wide rear wheel provides outstanding stability in slow driving and minimum turning radiu<span class="simple_review_box" >...</span><span class="expand_review_box" style="display:none;">s. <br />
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Only questionable item is the thunderous clashing of shifting gears! Sounds as if I am trying to destroy each gear with a sledge hammer. I will take it to the dealership and ask if this is a featured item on the bike or a screw up.</span>
		
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2012 Harley-Davidson Road King® Base

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Model Type	Touring
BASE MSRP(US)	$17,499.00
Warranty	24
Insurance
Engine:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Air
Valves	4
Valves Per Cylinder	2
Valve Configuration	OHV - Pushrod
Compression Ratio	9.6:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Premium
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Belt
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop® 130/80 R17 65H
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop® 180/65 R16 81H
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	63.5 / 1612.9
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	6 / 22.7

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This is my first Harley Davidson but my third motorcycle. I love it. Bought it brand new. Zero miles when I took it for a test ride. It handles great. It is responsive and the 103 c.i. motor really moves. There is quite a lot of travel in the fron forks, however, and I was not informed of this... Read Full Review

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By Joe Barbosa(Owner), Oct. 3, 2012

This is my 5th HD. Purchased brand new. Powerful plus. Comfortable. Great looks. Ditto gas mileage. My last HD was a 2001. The 2012 is like 200 lbs heavier. Takes a couple of weeks to get used to the weight. The wide rear wheel provides outstanding stability in slow driving and minimum turning radiu... Read Full Review