WARNING
The automatic-on headlamp feature provides increased visibility of the rider to other motorists. Be sure headlamp is on at all times. Poor visibility of rider to other motorists can result in death or serious injury. (00030b)
NOTE
Vehicles with multiple beam headlamps that are individually aimed should be adjusted so both lamps converge into one pattern.
  1. Verify that front and rear tire inflation pressures are correct and that suspension is adjusted to the weight of the principal rider. See Specifications.
  2. Fill fuel tank or add ballast to equal the weight of the fuel needed.
    3. NOTE
    See Figure 1. To aid in properly placing the motorcycle, a perpendicular line (1) can be drawn on the floor. For best results, choose an area with minimum light.
  3. Draw a vertical line (2) on the wall.
  4. Position motorcycle so that front axle is 7.6 m (25 ft) from wall.
    5. NOTE
    As the weight of the rider will compress the suspension slightly, have a person whose weight is approximately the same as that of the principal rider sit on the motorcycle.
  5. With the vehicle laden and upright, point the front wheel straight forward at wall and measure the distance (4) from the floor to the center of the HIGH BEAM bulb.
  6. Draw a horizontal line (5) through the vertical line on the wall that is 53.3 mm (2.1 in) lower than the measured bulb centerline.
  1. Verify headlamp alignment. With the motorcycle on, set the headlamp switch to HIGH beam.
    1. The center of the hot spot (brightest area of light beam) should be centered where the two lines intersect.
    2. Adjust headlamp alignment if necessary.
1Perpendicular line
2Vertical line
325 feet (7.6 meters)
4High beam bulb centerline
5Horizontal line 2.1 in (53.3 mm) lower than bulb centerline
Figure 1. Headlamp Alignment: Sportster Models