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)

See the YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL section at the beginning of this manual. Be sure to record all your key numbers in the space provided at the front of this book.

The ignition switch controls electrical functions of the motorcycle.

NOTICE

Protect your vehicle against theft. After parking your motorcycle, lock the steering head and ignition switch. Failure to lock your motorcycle can result in theft and/or equipment damage. (00491c)

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)

NOTICE

Do not lubricate barrel locks with petroleum based lubricants or graphite. Inoperative locks may result. (00152a)

NOTICE

Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position before locking the motorcycle. Leaving the switch in the ACC position will keep the instrument lights on and result in a discharged battery. (00492b)

To review the functions of each switch position, refer to Table 1.

See Figure 1. To remove the key from the ignition, turn it to the OFF position.
To remove the key from ignition, pull the key outward.
Always turn switch to LOCK position and remove key after operation and when leaving bike parked.

NOTE

ACC-Accessories and hazard warning flasher can be turned on. Instrument lamps are on. Brake lamp and horn can be activated. Key may be removed.
The lamps operate when the switch is in the IGN position, as required by law in some localities.
Harley-Davidson recommends removing key from ignition/fork lock before operating motorcycle. If you do not remove key, it can fall out during operation.
The ignition key also fits the front fork lock.

Table 1. Ignition Switch: VRSC Models

SWITCH POSITION	REMOVE KEY	FUNCTIONS
OFF	Yes	Turns off ignition, lamps and accessories (disconnects battery voltage from IGN and ACC terminals).
ACC	Yes	Turns on accessories. Hazard warning flashers can be operated. Instrument lamps are on. Brake lamp and horn can be activated (connects battery voltage to ACC terminal). NOTE: When switching to the ACC position, a startup diagnostic performs a systems check. The instrument background lighting illuminates, gauge needles sweep their full range of motion and the battery, security, coolant temperature and check engine indicator lamps illuminate.
IGN	Yes	Turns on ignition, lamps and accessories.

1	Accessory position
2	OFF position
3	Ignition position

Figure 1. Ignition Switch: VRSC Models