1997 Harley-Davidson Road King
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 10 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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CONSUMER'S 2000 MOTORCYCLE HAS A TICKING NOISE, AND WON'T START. ON HIGHWAY ENGINE LOCKED UP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20010530
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1997 Harley-Davidson Road King — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1997 Harley-Davidson Road King reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Harley-Davidson Road King?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Harley-Davidson Road King have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.