1. Remove the left saddlebag. See Controls and Indicators → SADDLEBAGS.
  2. See Figure 1. Rotate the preload adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops. The stopped position is the minimum preload.
  3. Refer to Table 1. Rotate the preload adjustment knob clockwise the recommended number of turns to increase the preload for the total weight of the rider, passenger and cargo. The knob clicks at each half turn.
  4. Install the left saddlebag.
Figure 1. Preload Adjustment Knob
Table 1. Recommended Preload Settings
PRELOAD TURNS FROM MINIMUM
LOAD
PRELOAD TURNS FROM MINIMUM
LOAD
0
Less than 100 kg (220 lb)
10
141 kg (310 lb)
1
100 kg (220 lb)
11
145 kg (320 lb)
2
104 kg (230 lb)
12
150 kg (330 lb)
3
109 kg (240 lb)
13
154 kg (340 lb)
4
113 kg (250 lb)
14
159 kg (350 lb)
5
118 kg (260 lb)
15
163 kg (360 lb)
6
122 kg (270 lb)
16
168 kg (370 lb)
7
127 kg (280 lb)
17
172 kg (380 lb)
8
132 kg (290 lb)
18
177 kg (390 lb)
9
136 kg (300 lb)
19
181 kg (400 lb) to maximum added weight allowed (refer to Specifications → Specifications → Weights: FLHR, FLHRC, FLHX, FLHXS)
Load includes the total weight of the rider, passenger, riding gear, accessories and cargo.