Regular lubrication and maintenance will help keep your new Harley-Davidson operating at peak performance. Your Harley-Davidson dealer knows best how to service your motorcycle with factory approved methods and equipment assuring you of thorough and competent workmanship.
NOTE
WARNING
Perform the service and maintenance operations as indicated in the regular service interval table. Lack of regular maintenance at the recommended intervals can affect the safe operation of your motorcycle, which could result in death or serious injury. (00010a)
WARNING
If you operate your motorcycle under adverse conditions (severe cold, extreme heat, very dusty environment, very bad roads, through standing water, etc.), you should perform the regular maintenance intervals more frequently to ensure the safe operation of your motorcycle. Failure to maintain your motorcycle could result in death or serious injury. (00094a)
Table 1. Regular Service Intervals: 2006 Sportster Models
ITEM SERVICED
PROCEDURE
1000 MI.
1600 KM
5000 MI.
8000 KM
10,000 MI.
16,000 KM
15,000 MI.
24,000 KM
20,000 MI.
32,000 KM
25,000 MI.
40,000 KM
NOTES
Engine oil and filter
Replace
X
X
X
X
X
X
Oil lines and brake system
Inspect for leaks
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
Air cleaner
Inspect, service as required
X
X
X
X
X
X
Tires
Check pressure, inspect tread
X
X
X
X
X
X
Wheel spokes
Check tightness
X
X
X
X
X
X
1, 4
Transmission lubricant
Replace
X
X
X
Clutch
Check adjustment
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
Primary chain
Check adjustment
X
X
X
X
X
X
Rear belt and sprockets
Inspect, adjust belt
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
Throttle, brake, enrichener and clutch controls
Check, adjust and lubricate
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
Jiffy stand
Inspect and lubricate
X
X
X
1
Fuel valve, lines and fittings
Inspect for leaks
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
Fuel tank filter screen
Clean
X
1
Brake fluid
Check levels and condition
X
X
X
X
X
X
Brake pads and discs
Inspect for wear
X
X
X
X
X
X
Front brake lever pin
Inspect
X
X
X
X
1, 2
Lubricate
X
1, 2
Brake caliper pins
Inspect
X
X
X
X
1, 2
Lubricate
X
1, 2
Brake caliper boots and bushings
Inspect
X
X
X
X
1, 2
Replace
X
1, 2
Rear master cylinder outer boot
Inspect
X
X
X
X
X
1, 2
Brake components
Replace brake rubber components in master cylinders and calipers
X
1, 2
Lubricate master cylinder pistons
X
1, 2
Spark plugs
Inspect
X
X
X
X
Replace
X
X
Electrical equipment and switches
Check operation
X
X
X
X
X
X
Engine idle speed
Check adjustment
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
Front fork oil
Replace
X
1
Steering head bearings
Adjust
X
X
1
Lubricate
X
X
1
Rear fork bearings
Replace every 30,000 mi. (48,000 km)
1
Shock absorbers
Inspect
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
Critical fasteners
Check tightness
X
X
X
1
Engine mounts and stabilizer links
Inspect
X
X
1
Battery
Check battery and clean connections
3
Road test
Verify component and system functions
X
X
X
X
X
X
NOTES:
1. Should be performed by an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer, unless you have the proper tools, service data and are mechanically qualified.
2. Replace every four (4) years.
3. Perform annually.
4. Not all vehicles are equipped with spoke wheels. Consult appropriate topic in service manual.
Table 2. Owner's Maintenance Records
SERVICE MILE INTERVAL
DATE
DEALER NUMBER
TECHNICIAN NAME
TECHNICIAN SIGNATURE
1000 mi. (1600 km)
5000 mi. (8000 km)
10,000 mi. (16,000 km)
15,000 mi. (24,000 km)
20,000 mi. (32,000 km)
25,000 mi. (40,000 km)
30,000 mi. (48,000 km)
35,000 mi. (56,000 km)
40,000 mi. (64,000 km)
45,000 mi. (72,000 km)
50,000 mi. (80,000 km)