The reverse motor circuit is equipped with a circuit breaker to prevent current overload conditions to the motor and power cabling. The power circuit for the reverse control module is also protected by the accessory fuse in the fuse block.
Perform reverse operation as explained in Controls and Indicators → Reverse Operation. If reverse motor will not run or cuts off during operation, turn off the engine and check the condition of the circuit breaker and accessory fuse.
See Figure 1. The circuit breaker is located in the electrical caddy. This manually resettable circuit breaker has a red trip pushbutton (2) and a reset switch (1). To manually trip the circuit breaker, push down on the trip pushbutton (which causes the reset switch to extend out).
If the reset switch is extended as shown, the reverse circuit is open/tripped. Push the reset switch into the center of the circuit breaker body until an audible click is heard to reset.
If the circuit breaker repeatedly opens under non-strenuous loading conditions, or if the reverse motor will not operate after resetting circuit breaker and checking fuses, see a Harley-Davidson dealer.
NOTE
- The reverse enable lamp in the hand control housing will illuminate even if the circuit breaker is tripped/open.
- It is a normal function that the pinion on the reverse motor will engage the ring gear when the circuit breaker is tripped.
| 1 | Reset lever (push in direction of arrow to reset) |
| 2 | Manual trip pushbutton |
Figure 1. Reverse Motor Circuit Breaker