1. | Remove the main fuse. See Maintenance and Lubrication → Fuses and Relays. | |
2. | See Figure 1. Reach behind the headlamp bucket and grasp the low beam (1) or high beam (2) bulb socket connector. | |
3. | Squeeze the release latches to remove the connector from the headlamp bulb. | |
![]() Handle bulb carefully and wear eye protection. Bulb contains gas under pressure, which, if not handled carefully, could cause serious eye injury. (00062b) | ||
4. | Twist the bulb 45 degrees counterclockwise and carefully pull the bulb from the housing. Discard bulb. |
1. | Insert new headlamp bulb into the housing and align tabs on the bulb with the slots in the housing. | |
2. | Twist the bulb clockwise approximately 45 degrees until it stops. | |
3. | Install the connector to the headlamp bulb. | |
4. | Install the main fuse. | |
![]() Be sure that all lights and switches operate properly before operating motorcycle. Low visibility of rider can result in death or serious injury. (00316a) | ||
5. | Turn ignition on and check for proper operation. | |
6. | Align the headlamp if necessary. See Maintenance and Lubrication → Headlamp Alignment. |
1 | Bulb (low beam) |
2 | Bulb (high beam) |
3 | Position bulb (international only) |