Blasting around town, the TC 110 makes the 786-pound SE Road
King feel more like a steroidal Dyna than a fully appointed Touring Monarch. The
bike is nicely balanced and handling is surprisingly brisk between the
lights. The virile powerplant surges aggressively in any gear, with no lugging
or hesitation. The TC 110 is allied with the 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission,
making gear change much more fluid than its previous five-speed incarnation.
While lever effort is moderate, the hydraulically actuated clutch’s
high-performance spring engages friction immediately, bringing on the low-end
torque. A steady hand is an asset.
The majestic Road King certainly collects envious glances at
stoplights, but out on the highway, the bike earns its regal banner. The TC 110
releases floods of power for an exhilarating ride that is as polished as its
chrome engine covers. Cruising just below the ticket zone in the mid 2000-rpm
range, the four-inch duals lay down a growling, two-fisted sonic push. The added
thump makes for a truly addictive ride. Once Harley owners experience the
authoritative power and acceleration of the TC 110, settling for
standard-issue muscle will feel like an act of ascetic self-denial.
Crowning supreme performance with opulent custom flash, the H-D
Screamin’ Eagle Road King makes an authoritative statement for the Motor Company
and for the 3500 customers who will ride one home from a dealership. Thanks to
the Harley-Davidson’s exclusive CVO division, that statement pounds the road
like an iron fist in a velvet glove.
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