NOTICE
Protect your vehicle against theft. Failure to lock the motorcycle after parking could result in theft and/or equipment damage. (00151b)
Using the fork lock immediately after parking your motorcycle will discourage unauthorized use or theft when parking your motorcycle.
See Figure 1. On FLRT models, the fork lock is located at the top of the steering head, behind the headlamp nacelle and inset in the handlebar clamp shroud.
See Controls and Indicators → Ignition Switch → Ignition Switch (Shown in OFF position). On FLHTCUTG models, the fork lock is integrated into the ignition switch.
NOTE
Do not force the switch into the locked position or switch damage can occur.
WARNING
Do not operate vehicle with forks locked. Locking the forks restricts the vehicle's turning ability, which could result in death or serious injury. (00035a)
To Lock Fork on FLRT Models
  1. Turn fork to full left position.
  2. See Figure 1. Insert key and turn key counterclockwise to LOCK position. Remove key.
  3. To unlock fork, insert key and turn clockwise to UNLOCK position. Remove key.
To Lock Fork on FLHTCUTG Models
  1. Turn fork to full left position.
  2. See Controls and Indicators → Ignition Switch → Ignition Switch (Shown in OFF position). Turn switch knob to FORK LOCK and push knob down.
  3. Insert key and turn key to LOCK position. Remove key.
  4. To unlock fork, insert key and turn to UNLOCK position. Remove key and rotate switch knob out from the FORK LOCK position.
1Unlock
2Lock
Figure 1. Fork Lock: FLRT