2017 Harley-Davidson Road King Problems & Issues
2017 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated October 2026
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Preview the XT6 exampleAccording to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2017 Harley-Davidson Road King has 1 documented issue, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Milwaukee-Eight secondary clutch actuator leaks internally and the clutch stops disengaging - recall 18V734 ($0-$0 repair).
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What are the most common Harley-Davidson Road King problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2017 Harley-Davidson Road King has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: Milwaukee-Eight secondary clutch actuator leaks internally and the clutch stops disengaging - recall 18V734. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Harley-Davidson Road King reliable?
The 2017 Harley-Davidson Road King has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Milwaukee-Eight secondary clutch actuator leaks internally and the clutch stops disengaging - recall 18V734. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Harley-Davidson Road King problems?
Repair costs for known Harley-Davidson Road King issues range from $0 to $0, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Milwaukee-Eight secondary clutch actuator leaks internally and the clutch stops disengaging - recall 18V734, typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2017-2018 Harley-Davidson Road King Milwaukee-Eight secondary clutch actuator leaks internally and the clutch stops disengaging - recall 18V734?
Certain 2017–2018 Road King Touring motorcycles are included in recall 18V734 (Harley-Davidson 0173). Fluid can leak internally past the secondary clutch actuator piston/seal, lowering the master-cylinder reservoir enough to admit air. The clutch may then fail to disengage, creat… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
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