I recently traded my 02 Heritage for a 02 RHC and the gear ratio's seem higher in the Roadie, At first I didn't think the Road King was a fast as my Heritage, but now that I've gotten used to the smooth way if accelerates and the easy of running at 75 on the interstrate I'm wondering what the difference it, if any and have anew respect for my RKC.
What is the didfference in ratio and practical terms? This is my forst touring bike,
Marsh

 

BTT Posted to early.

 

I guess no one knows or thinks it's a stupid question.
I'll ask elsewhere.
Marsh

 

I'm sure someone will chime in here but I believe that around 02 there was a difference in gearing on the touring bikes. Something to do with the FI models.

 

I checked the books and the softail and FLHs should be the same. Someone may have changed one of the front sprockets, (Compensator or Trans pulley) The road king should be 25 36 primary and 32 70 final drive and should be turning around 3100@ 70mph.

 

Thanks for that.FXSTD.
Marsh